Kylee's Korner

I am a former model and current mother who loves the beauty and fashion industry and seeks the best products and value to keep myself current. I blog to share my thoughts, expertise and research with those who follow me. Those who read my blog gain insight into fashion, save money and avoid frustrations on the products they purchase.

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14 Creative Uses for Baby Wipes That Will Rock Your World!

We just welcomed baby #3 into our home and I’m amazed at the amount of baby wipes needed just for one little man. What’s even more amazing are the ways you can use baby wipes every single day to make your life easier! You don’t need to have a baby at home to utilize the amazing possibilities of baby wipes. After reading these, it just might convince you to always keep a pack or two handy!

14 Creative Uses for Baby Wipes That Will Rock Your World

 

1. Use a baby wipe to pick up tiny pieces of hair.

Whenever my hubby shaves, he inevitably leaves little tiny pieces of hair around the sink and bathroom counter that are a bugger to clean up! The trick: use a baby wipe. One sweep of a baby wipe will pick up all of those minuscule hairs left by pets, hair cuts, and beard trims.

2. A convenient makeup and mascara remover.

Baby wipes are created for sensitive baby skin and so they do wonders on your face as well. I always keep a travel pack of wipes in my makeup bag or travel bag for convenient makeup removal. A baby wipe will even take off my toughest mascara!

3. Removes faux tan stains.

If you’ve just had a spray tan and notice lines where they’re not supposed to be, take a baby wipe to them. Baby wipes can take off stains from all types of faux tanning whether it be from a spray tan or a self tanner.

4. Always keep wipes in the car!

Even after babies, it’s a smart idea to keep wipes in the car. You can use them to wipe dust off your dash, clean up spills, or get an annoying bird poop splatter off your window. Whenever I’m at a stop light, I pull a wipe out and give the car a quick clean.

5. Use a baby wipe as a quick mop.

Spot mop in between mop jobs with a simple baby wipe. Just put one under your shoe and walk around to any trouble areas, scrubbing until clean. It’s the best thing I’ve done to prolong the time between having to mop again.

6. Remove pen and marker from skin and home surfaces.

Countless times my kids have come to me with pen marks up and down their arms and legs. Apparently it’s fun for them to give each other “tattoos” just like Maui in the movie Moana. Whenever this happens, a baby wipe will take the pen marks off in a jiffy. Wipes also remove pen and markers from home surfaces as well, like walls and floors.

7. Takes foundation stains off your clothes.

You know when you take your favorite sweater off only to find a trail of your foundation left behind? I hate when that happens, but luckily I’ve found that a baby wipe will act as a quick foundation stain remover!

8. Removes deodorant markings from clothing.

Similarly, a baby wipe can remove deodorant markings from your dark clothing when you take them on and off. It’s a trick that sales associates use in clothing stores when we all go in to try on clothes.

9. Tame erratic eyebrows.

I’ll be the first to admit that some mornings, my eyebrows are cray-cray. I just take a baby wipe to them and smooth them flat. It works every time! I wonder if a baby wipe could work like that on my little boy’s cowlick?

10. Clean your shoes.

It’s no secret that I love shoes and I’m a stickler for keeping them clean. One of the biggest ways I use baby wipes, besides on my babies, is to keep my shoes clean. That’s why I’m always grateful to have a small pack of wipes in my purse.

11. Stop licking your envelopes—use a wipe!

Hate the feeling of licking an envelope like I do? A simple solution is to use a baby wipe. And when it starts to dry up, just wet it again!

12. Wipe off a chalkboard.

Nothing beats a baby wipe when it comes to cleaning off a chalkboard. Hands down, it works the very best.

13. Throw ’em in with your camping supplies.

Wipes are incredibly handy to have while camping. They can keep hands and faces clean when there’s no running water; they can squash bugs that come into your tent, and you can even drop a few drops of lavender essential oils into them to act as a natural bug repellent.

14. Keep them in your gym bag.

Lastly, and possibly one of my favorite creative uses for baby wipes is at the gym. Keep a package of wipes in your gym bag for wiping down equipment or for freshening up after a workout. Wipe off sweat from your neck and underarms before you head home.

 

Got any more creative uses for baby wipes? I’d love to hear them!

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False Eyelashes 101: How To Apply Them Like a Pro!

I often get compliments on my thick eyelashes, and although I wish I could take all the credit, I have to say that false lashes are one of my secret weapons. False eyelashes are fun! They give you incredible fullness and a natural, lush look if you apply them correctly. They’re perfect for that special occasion like a wedding or date night and can give you an instant glam look.

Here’s an easy crash-course in applying false eyelashes. It’s really not hard—you can do it and do it like a pro! Follow the step-by-step guide below or watch exactly how I apply my lashes in the Facebook Live vide at the end of this post.

How To Apply False Eyelashes Like a Pro

  1. Get your false eyelashes and lash glue. I use Ardell lashes and Ardell Duo dark glue (it dries black instead of clear.) I’ve used everything from high-end lashes to low-end ones and I always, always come back to Ardell 110 lashes. I LOVE them! They make my eyelashes feel even more full. You can get Ardell false lashes and Ardell Duo glue at Target and Amazon. For beginners, I recommend the demi-wispies. You can get glam ones, but the Ardell 110 lashes are a good place to start.
  2. Draw a fine line eyeliner on each eye. You want the lash to look full and defined so applying a thin line of black eyeliner will help your lashes blend and pop.
  3. Apply a light coat of mascara. Not too thick, but a delicate coat of mascara will help the lashes grip better.
  4. *BEGINNER TIP: Measure and clip. Before you apply any false lashes you need to measure them to your eye. My hot tip for beginners—clip the lash into three segments. I can’t even tell you how much easier this makes applying fake lashes! (Watch the video for example.) To measure the lashes, tilt your head up and lay the lashes on top of your real lashes (no glue). I don’t like them too close to the corners of my eye—it irritates my eyes. Trim off the edges as needed and then clip the lash into three equal sections.
  5. Dab the base of the lashes in glue. Dab a blot of glue to the back of your hand, a small paper plate, or the container the lashes came in. Dip the base of the false lash into the glue.
  6. WAIT 1 minute before applying. This is key—you have to wait about a minute until the glue is tacky before you apply it. If you don’t wait, the lashes will slide and it will drive you crazy. DO NOT SKIP THIS STEP! If I could share one secret to applying false lashes, this would be it! Wait until the glue is tacky before applying.
  7. Start on the outer part of the eye (closer to the ear). After the glue on the false lash is tacky (sticky), place it on top of your lashes, right next to the lash line. Hold it there for a second until the lash sticks without sliding. (Watch video below.)
  8. Repeat for each of the three segments by dabbing the base of the false lash into the glue, wait for 1 minute until the glue turns tacky, then apply to the base of your lashes. The biggest trick to applying false lashes like a pro is WAITING until the glue turns tacky.
  9. Once all lash segments are applied, you can use tweezers to pat them down.
  10. Apply a coat of mascara and you’re done!

If you see the lash band, just dot eyeliner over the top of the band to conceal it.


How long do the lashes last?

Good question. You can count on false lashes to get you through one whole day. I like to take them of before bed each night.

Are they easy to remove?

Another good question, and yes, false lashes are easy to remove! Grab top of the false lashes and lightly tug; this should remove your false lashes fairly easily. You can also take some warm water in your fingertips and squeeze your lashes. This will warm up the glue and the lashes will slip right off.

False lashes are a lot of fun, especially when you’re going for that glam look and eyes that pop! Thanks for joining me at Kylee’s Korner! If you love makeup and beauty, you might also like:

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