When only your roots are dry, flip upright and you’ll see instant volume.
(Yes, your biceps will be burning by the time you’re done.)
Cheek Lifter
You sculpt sexy arms with strength training.
Do this move and theEye Energizer, twoskin-smoothingmaneuvers that Maggio created, twice a day.
Make a long, narrow O with your mouth, pulling lips inward.
Jut your neck forward, and push your shoulders back.
Place index fingers on top of cheeks (nails facing your nose).
Next, press lips firmly against teeth and smile with your upper lip only so cheek muscles lift.
(It may feel awkward for a few tries, but you’ll get the hang of it.)
Toning cheek muscles makes them more defined and elevates the hollows under eyes, Maggio says.
Allover Skin Smoother
Surprise!
Yourfavorite workoutcan help your skin, too.
“It also triggers production of growth hormones that help skin stay firm.”
Dr. Perricone suggests fitting in 30 to 45 minutes of cardio or resistance training five days a week.
Bending your index fingers, press both knuckles together, automatically forming a heart shape with your hands.
Put index fingers between your brows, letting fingertips rest on the bridge of your nose.
Squeeze eyes even tighter.
Hold this position; breathe normally; count to 40.
As with all physical exercise, engaging muscles sends circulation soaring.
The rush of blood in this fatigue-prone zone helps lessen inflammationand with it, undereye puffiness, Maggio explains.
(Test its temp on your wrist before you curl.)
Apply a second coat before the first dries.
The protective coating also keeps lashes glossy and flexible, so they’re less likely to fall out prematurely.
You wouldn’t shampoo your hair without conditioning it, so whytreat your lashesdifferently?
Get buff:Filing in a back-and-forth motion is a tempting shortcutthe girly push-up of nail maintenance.
Nail Strengthener
The more your hands are engagedeven typing a gazillion emails countsthe faster nails grow.
“Movement increases blood flow to muscle and tissues in that area,” Dr. Utilizing nails as tools can cause them to break.
Enhance their natural growth factor with astrengthening treatmentlaced with proteins or keratin instead of a regular base coat.
Repeat every other day.
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