THIS is How You Freaking Remove Gel Nail Polish!

Bella Breakdown There’s nothing we love more than getting a gel manicure, they last way longer than normal mani’s, they are super durable and extra cute… but removing them is a serious pain in the @ss! You can either try to do it at home and risk seriously damaging your nails or spend a pretty penny to get them taken off back at the salon. Instead we’ve got the RIGHT way to take off your pretty gel manicure at home when it’s been on there a bit too long. All you’ll need to do it yourself is: •nail file...

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Quick and Easy Ways to Look Rested

  Bella Breakdown Life can be pretty busy and more than often leaves us exhausted pretty much all the time, but even though we feel tired, we don’t want to look it. That’s why these tricks for looking bright eyes and bushy tailed are so absolutely fabulous. First, eye cream is a daily must. It’s nice to leave it in a cool place in the house like by a cracked open window or even the in the fridge. This is so that it’s nice and cool when you put it on in the morning. Second, an eyelash curler and...

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Boho Crown Braid Tutorial

Bella Breakdown Keep your frizz in check on hot, humid days with this super-chic boho crown braid tutorial you can rock from a casual day on the back to a night out with your favorite LBD. The best part? It’s actually super simple, especially with help from a friend ; ) Start by rubbing a smoothing cream throughout the hair, then create a side part using your fingers – this braid isn’t about precision, it’s about a rocking that casual elegance. Next, starting at the part, french braid one side and secure with a bobby pin. Repeat on the...

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The Hottest Nail trend: Negative Space

Bella Breakdown The negative space trend is all over the nail art world right now. We love this trend because you don’t need anything besides your normal lacquers and polishes. With a few guidelines you’ll be able to replicate the negative space at home and have nails as gorgeous as any celebrity! Negative space is all about creating shapes on the nail and leaving spaces where you can see the naked nail. It’s very important to keep to graphic and simple shapes. If you stick to parallel lines, chevrons, stripes, squares, arches, making sure you have equal distance between...

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How to Do Wedding Makeup

Bella Breakdown For a stunning and natural look on your wedding day that still let’s you feel like yourself, do it yourself! If you’re nervous about doing your own makeup for the big day here’s a step-by-step how-to, be sure to practice it a few times so that you’re confident when the time comes. Start by applying moisturizer and allow it to soak in for five minutes before continuing to foundation. Then, apply concealer to hide under-eye circles and any spots. Just dot it on and blend it in with your fingers or a brush. Now add highlights, it’s...

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