Instructables: exploring - living - beauty - popular http://www.instructables.com Sat, 18 May 2013 14:08:15 PDT BLOX v1.01 DIY Dove Soap Body Wash http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Dove-Soap-Body-Wash/
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Mon, 13 May 2013 22:39:02 PDT
DIY Berts Bees Type Lip Balm http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Berts-Bees-Type-Lip-Balm/
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Mon, 13 May 2013 15:11:05 PDT
How to straighten hair overnight, naturally, without heat http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-straighten-hair-overnight-naturally-witho/
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Sat, 11 May 2013 20:38:20 PDT
Checks Nail Art http://www.instructables.com/id/Checks-Nail-Art/
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Sat, 11 May 2013 12:33:33 PDT
NO LASER SHAVING STAND http://www.instructables.com/id/NO-LASER-SHAVING-STAND/
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Sat, 11 May 2013 07:08:14 PDT
Indian Mehendi Art: Decorating your hands with Natural home made Henna paste http://www.instructables.com/id/Indian-Mehendi-Art/
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Thu, 9 May 2013 05:11:59 PDT
How To Dutch Braid Your Hair Into A Bun http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Dutch-Braid-Your-Hair-Into-A-Bun/
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Wed, 8 May 2013 18:57:47 PDT
Braid Dying http://www.instructables.com/id/Braid-Dying/
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Mon, 6 May 2013 13:05:49 PDT
Achieve a different eye shape using eyeliner..... http://www.instructables.com/id/Achieve-a-different-eye-shape-using-eyeliner/
Achieve a different eye shape using eyeliner..... - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F06/5ALP/HFPTJU2J/F065ALPHFPTJU2J.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F06/5ALP/HFPTJU2J/F065ALPHFPTJU2J.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F06/5ALP/HFPTJU2J/F065ALPHFPTJU2J.SMALL.jpg zeyanimisbah The most prominent and eye catching parts of our face are eye brows, eyes and lips. We can change our whole look by just changing the way our eye, brows and lips look using cosmetics. In this instructable I will show how to achieve different eye shapes using eye liner. If you like this instructable ...
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Mon, 6 May 2013 10:12:54 PDT
How to Apply Fake Eyelashes http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Apply-Fake-Eyelashes/
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Thu, 25 Apr 2013 16:07:37 PDT
DIY Starter Makeup Kit and More! http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Starter-Makeup-Kit-and-More/
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Thu, 25 Apr 2013 05:58:24 PDT
Caviar Nails - A Good Idea? http://www.instructables.com/id/Caviar-Nails-A-Good-Idea/
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Wed, 24 Apr 2013 20:04:45 PDT
cut your own long hair http://www.instructables.com/id/cut-your-own-long-hair/
cut your own long hair - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F93/SIKQ/HFSHSYU1/F93SIKQHFSHSYU1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F93/SIKQ/HFSHSYU1/F93SIKQHFSHSYU1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F93/SIKQ/HFSHSYU1/F93SIKQHFSHSYU1.SMALL.jpg jessyratfink This is a fantastic trick I found for cutting long hair all by yourself! I came across it on a long hair forum while googling how to do it. I've been cutting my own long hair for about a year now, and I love it. Plus, it saves quite a bit of money depending on how often you get a trim. Keep in mind ...
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Wed, 24 Apr 2013 18:01:36 PDT
Get Twiggy Eyes: A Makeup How-To http://www.instructables.com/id/Get-Twiggy-Eyes-A-Makeup-How-To/
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Mon, 6 Apr 2009 14:39:21 PDT
Perfect Eyebrows http://www.instructables.com/id/Perfect-Eyebrows/
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Tue, 23 Apr 2013 15:22:52 PDT
How to Unclog Pores and Clear Acne http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Unclog-Pores-and-Clear-Acne/
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Fri, 25 Jun 2010 15:47:35 PDT
Spring Floral Nail Art http://www.instructables.com/id/Spring-Floral-Nail-Art/
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Sat, 20 Apr 2013 11:47:57 PDT
Homemade Facial Toner, Pore reducer and Brightener! http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Facial-Toner-Pore-reducer-and-Brightener/
Homemade Facial Toner, Pore reducer and Brightener! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKF/74TL/HFD18CY7/FKF74TLHFD18CY7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKF/74TL/HFD18CY7/FKF74TLHFD18CY7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKF/74TL/HFD18CY7/FKF74TLHFD18CY7.SMALL.jpg doodlecraft Homemade Facial Toner, pore reducer and brightener! I've been using for nearly a year...and I still love it! I will not buy fancy face products ever again. It makes my face feel clean, tight and no residue of products! I'm a girl who inherited her mother's beautiful nose...who got it from my grand...
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Fri, 19 Apr 2013 04:55:56 PDT
How to Make a Traditional French Braid http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Traditional-French-Braid/
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Sun, 22 Jan 2012 20:31:52 PST
How to Tie a French Braid Crown http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Tie-a-French-Braid-Crown/
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Tue, 18 Oct 2011 16:16:10 PDT
DIY Custom Color Nail Polish! http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Custom-Color-Nail-Polish/
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Thu, 18 Apr 2013 07:00:37 PDT
how to paint your nails http://www.instructables.com/id/how-to-paint-your-nails-1/
how to paint your nails - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBZ/703H/HFD1KR98/FBZ703HHFD1KR98.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBZ/703H/HFD1KR98/FBZ703HHFD1KR98.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBZ/703H/HFD1KR98/FBZ703HHFD1KR98.SMALL.jpg jessyratfink How to paint your nails - this is something everyone knows how to do, right? Nope! This is a skill I only recently learned how to do properly. I've never been too into painting my nails, but I think that was because I was going about it all wrong. ;) After extensive months of googling, youtubing a...
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Wed, 17 Apr 2013 20:41:24 PDT
How to Create an "X" Braid http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Create-an-X-Braid/
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Sun, 14 Apr 2013 07:03:40 PDT
Make Your Own Shampoo & Conditioner http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Your-Own-Shampoo-Conditioner/
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Sat, 8 Oct 2011 08:14:31 PDT
Simple Retro-style Liquid Eyeliner Tutorial http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Retro-style-Liquid-Eyeliner-Tutorial/
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Wed, 23 Feb 2011 20:22:01 PST
diy bb cream http://www.instructables.com/id/diy-bb-cream/
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Fri, 12 Apr 2013 19:18:36 PDT
homemade dry shampoo http://www.instructables.com/id/homemade-dry-shampoo/
homemade dry shampoo - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYQ/P4L7/HFD16QHR/FYQP4L7HFD16QHR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYQ/P4L7/HFD16QHR/FYQP4L7HFD16QHR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYQ/P4L7/HFD16QHR/FYQP4L7HFD16QHR.SMALL.jpg jessyratfink I love dry shampoo, but I feel like I run out of the aerosol stuff so quickly! I've been using cornstarch as a homemade dry shampoo for years. I remember reading about it in a teen magazine when I was young - I also tried baby powder, but that went badly and I smelled funny. In the past 4-5 years, I...
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Thu, 11 Apr 2013 16:11:50 PDT
Lipstick made from everyday household items! http://www.instructables.com/id/Lipstick-made-from-everyday-household-items/
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Mon, 8 Apr 2013 13:56:05 PDT
Perfumed Body Powder http://www.instructables.com/id/Perfumed-Body-Powder/
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Mon, 8 Apr 2013 20:52:45 PDT
How To Make Custom Nail Polish http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-Custom-Nail-Polish/
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Wed, 30 Jun 2010 07:16:46 PDT
Easy homemade coconut and beeswax lip balm! http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-homemade-coconut-and-beeswax-lip-balm/
Easy homemade coconut and beeswax lip balm! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMV/COV8/GV0KKDDI/FMVCOV8GV0KKDDI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMV/COV8/GV0KKDDI/FMVCOV8GV0KKDDI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMV/COV8/GV0KKDDI/FMVCOV8GV0KKDDI.SMALL.jpg jessyratfink The easiest lip balm ever. Great for chapped lips and even as a hand salve! I've been using it as a lip balm all day, and on my hands at night. And because it's made with coconut oil and beeswax, it tastes like honey and fresh coconut - you don't need any other flavorings! What you'll need: ...
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Wed, 16 Nov 2011 07:46:31 PST
How to Make Non-Toxic Deodorant - Probiotic http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-Non-Toxic-Deodorant-Probiotic/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6A/W8AA/HE07PH6W/F6AW8AAHE07PH6W.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6A/W8AA/HE07PH6W/F6AW8AAHE07PH6W.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6A/W8AA/HE07PH6W/F6AW8AAHE07PH6W.SMALL.jpg HollyMann Non-toxic, healthy deodorant is simple to make & I've found it to work so much better than the store brand deodorants! More importantly, it only requires a few ingredients - safe ones which are non-toxic and not going to disrupt your body's system. It only takes a few minutes to make, and there are ...
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Sun, 10 Mar 2013 17:33:26 PDT
Japanese Cherry Blossom Nails http://www.instructables.com/id/Japanese-Cherry-Blossom-Nails/
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Tue, 18 Sep 2012 11:22:30 PDT
How to Tie a Double Windsor Knot http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Tie-a-Double-Windsor-Knot/
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Tue, 18 Sep 2012 10:40:28 PDT
How to repair broken eyeshadow http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-repair-broken-eyeshadow/
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Wed, 30 Mar 2011 12:25:40 PDT
easy gifts: SALT & SUGAR SCRUB! http://www.instructables.com/id/easy-gifts-SALT-amp-SUGAR-SCRUB/
easy gifts: SALT & SUGAR SCRUB! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF3/ARJ1/FNZA8OKW/FF3ARJ1FNZA8OKW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF3/ARJ1/FNZA8OKW/FF3ARJ1FNZA8OKW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF3/ARJ1/FNZA8OKW/FF3ARJ1FNZA8OKW.SMALL.jpg greenmia A couple days ago my cousin gave my mom, a tropical bath scrub. Being my odd self, I read the ingredients to find although there were many unrecognizable words, there were also many common words. I researched a bit, and I took bits of what I learned and combined them to create a salt and sugar scrub...
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Sun, 30 Nov 2008 20:07:15 PST
Deodorant http://www.instructables.com/id/Deodorant/
Deodorant - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2Y/IA37/FW5H09OM/F2YIA37FW5H09OM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2Y/IA37/FW5H09OM/F2YIA37FW5H09OM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2Y/IA37/FW5H09OM/F2YIA37FW5H09OM.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo In 5 minutes, you can make your own natural deodorant at home without all that icky Alzheimer's disease! Using a few simple ingredients, you can make your own all-natural, skin soothing deodorant, scented exactly the way you like it. It's so simple and gratifying, you'll never go back! Materials...
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Mon, 22 Jun 2009 19:15:07 PDT
Build Your Own Essential Oil Extractor Distiller http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-Your-Own-Essential-Oil-Extractor-Distiller/
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Sat, 19 Feb 2011 22:12:59 PST
Create an easy ombre manicure at home! http://www.instructables.com/id/Create-an-easy-ombre-manicure-at-home/
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Sat, 7 Apr 2012 05:45:01 PDT
Lotion Bits - All Natural - Melts in the Palm of your Hands http://www.instructables.com/id/Lotion-Bits-All-Natural-Melts-in-the-Palm-of-y/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0L/RLCS/HCB8KN31/F0LRLCSHCB8KN31.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0L/RLCS/HCB8KN31/F0LRLCSHCB8KN31.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0L/RLCS/HCB8KN31/F0LRLCSHCB8KN31.SMALL.jpg HollyMann Lotion Bits - kids love them! Keep them in a small jar in the bathroom and after a shower just grab one, put it in the palm of your hands and rub your hands together! The solid shape will "melt" in your hands and you can put it all over! My nieces love it because it's not just lotion, but it's safe ...
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Sat, 26 Jan 2013 11:32:08 PST
DIY Clip-In Hair Extensions http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Clip-In-Hair-Extensions/
DIY Clip-In Hair Extensions - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8P/XM41/GMIG0LSX/F8PXM41GMIG0LSX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8P/XM41/GMIG0LSX/F8PXM41GMIG0LSX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8P/XM41/GMIG0LSX/F8PXM41GMIG0LSX.SMALL.jpg spoonfeeding This is for those of you who want to change your hair length or volume, without a long-term commitment, damage, or a pile of money.   Clip-in extension kits, in both human and synthetic hair, are incredibly expensive, when you can make your own for a fraction of the price.  Below I show you how I ma...
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Tue, 19 Apr 2011 11:18:30 PDT
How to Go No Poo http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Go-No-Poo/
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Wed, 19 Mar 2008 17:58:43 PDT
How To Shave Without Getting Razor Bumps http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Shave-Without-Getting-Razor-Bumps/
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Mon, 18 Feb 2008 02:26:21 PST
How to Make a Fishtail Braid http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Fishtail-Braid/
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Wed, 29 Feb 2012 20:02:04 PST
How to Curl Your Hair With a Flat Iron - Revised and Improved! http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Curl-Your-Hair-With-a-Flat-Iron-Revised-a/
How to Curl Your Hair With a Flat Iron - Revised and Improved! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFG/V4K0/GVU6OGI6/FFGV4K0GVU6OGI6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFG/V4K0/GVU6OGI6/FFGV4K0GVU6OGI6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFG/V4K0/GVU6OGI6/FFGV4K0GVU6OGI6.SMALL.jpg amani11 Ever had your hair curled with a flat iron at the salon, but never managed to do it at home? Instead of heading to a professional, now you can recreate this look by following these 12 simple steps. If it doesn’t look amazing on the first try, just keep practicing! These instructions will help you a...
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Wed, 7 Dec 2011 20:54:00 PST
How to thread eyebrows http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-thread-eyebrows/
How to thread eyebrows - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3P/E1YE/FT1812NF/F3PE1YEFT1812NF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3P/E1YE/FT1812NF/F3PE1YEFT1812NF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3P/E1YE/FT1812NF/F3PE1YEFT1812NF.SMALL.jpg AliciaMD84 The art of eyebrow threading is a very old beauty technique. In a nut shell, it involves removing hair with thread. Some say it originated in the Middle East, others think it started in India. Either way, it's a pretty cool concept, but a little tricky to master. So, I hope this Instructable will h...
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Thu, 2 Apr 2009 09:15:40 PDT
How to Remove a Gel Manicure http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Remove-a-Gel-Manicure/
How to Remove a Gel Manicure - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXA/FJCL/GRTHPYEJ/FXAFJCLGRTHPYEJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXA/FJCL/GRTHPYEJ/FXAFJCLGRTHPYEJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXA/FJCL/GRTHPYEJ/FXAFJCLGRTHPYEJ.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo Gel manicures are all the rage these days.   Gelish and Shellac each offer the client long-lasting, chip-free manicures that promise to stay put for weeks at a time!  My experience with gel manicures was gravely disappointing. The truth about gel manicures: Gel manicures DO chip.  Mine lasted...
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Mon, 29 Aug 2011 15:29:06 PDT
How to Braid Hair (your own) http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Braid-Hair-your-own/
How to Braid Hair (your own) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FQK/AHVX/F5Y3TMND/FQKAHVXF5Y3TMND.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FQK/AHVX/F5Y3TMND/FQKAHVXF5Y3TMND.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FQK/AHVX/F5Y3TMND/FQKAHVXF5Y3TMND.SMALL.jpg prixprix This instructable will teach you how to braid your own hair. If you like handmade stuff, check out my shop on etsy! prixprix.etsy.com Divide hair into 3 equal sections Divide your hair into three equal sections. Hold a section in each hand off to each side, and let one section hang in the middle....
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Fri, 31 Aug 2007 14:15:39 PDT
How to French Braid Your Own Hair http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-French-Braid-Your-Own-Hair/
How to French Braid Your Own Hair - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7R/6UF1/H5R9EL0Y/F7R6UF1H5R9EL0Y.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7R/6UF1/H5R9EL0Y/F7R6UF1H5R9EL0Y.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7R/6UF1/H5R9EL0Y/F7R6UF1H5R9EL0Y.SMALL.jpg SelkeyMoonbeam I have long hair. It can get in the way. Consequently, I keep my hair up in a french braid much of the time, and also braid it each night before bed to reduce tangling. I've made a couple of approaches to this: I have this video, below; I have a Pinterest-style series of pictures on the first s...
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Tue, 14 Aug 2012 11:09:10 PDT
Creating a black eye without stage makeup http://www.instructables.com/id/Creating-a-black-eye-without-stage-makeup/
Creating a black eye without stage makeup - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQL/G47L/GKI1FUWP/FQLG47LGKI1FUWP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQL/G47L/GKI1FUWP/FQLG47LGKI1FUWP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQL/G47L/GKI1FUWP/FQLG47LGKI1FUWP.SMALL.jpg nicolewolt Knowing how to create a black eye has been useful for my Halloween costumes and photography assignments. This tutorial will show you how to create a black eye without stage makeup. It is quick, easy, and, best of all, cheap! While stage makeup is effective for theatre, it can be hard to find and loo...
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Thu, 24 Feb 2011 10:40:42 PST