8 Practical Micro Beauty Hacks for Every Woman

Let’s be upfront here: everyone wishes to look their best without hassle, right? Whether it’s full glam or simply having just a bit of an enhancement, beauty hacks are incredibly useful. At one point, I imagined having a polished appearance which was either very time-consuming or required a hefty budget, which spoiler alert, is simply not true. After years of experimenting with my appearance (which included using too much self-tanner during a pandemic and looking like an Oompa Loompa), I learned that small tweaks can result in looking better—with great effort.

This article aims to walk you through eight beauty tips that can be adapted to any budget or schedule. These tips are meant to be easy and fun to use, and they work regardless of whether you are managing work, kids, or are just worried about finding time for themselves. So, are you prepared to enhance your glow? Let’s get straight to it!

1. Smoothing Wrinkles with a Magic Gel

Have you ever found yourself staring at a mirror and thinking questioningly, ‘When did those under-eye wrinkles show up?’ Don’t worry, it happens to everyone. An effective wrinkle smoothing gel is Peter Thomas Roth’s Lumifi, which is available on Amazon. Just apply a thin layer across you under eyes, mix it with some concealer, and lo and behold, your skin is bound to tighten more than expected.

Not for all time, like Cinderella’s carriage, it’s adaptable for social outgoings or important business gatherings. A word to the wise, definitely check how much skin type you have lest you overdo it. In my case, I can vouch that more is not always ideal.

2. Apply Eye Drops to Make them Brighter

Whether red or tired eyes, it depicts rest was nowhere near your checklist even though you were watching Netflix all night. Drops meant for the eyes are no different than Instagram filters in a bottle. These eye drops can help make your eyes appear white and thus giving you a more youthful and rejuvenated look. Let’s be honest here, for people like us who use contact lenses, these drops can be a life savior. You can doubt the results, but for individuals like myself, they go a long way. Check out TikTok for some jaw dropping sign telling you why these drops should be a daily essential.

3. Yes, Remove Facial Hair to Exfoliate

Believe it or not, but face shaving is not a male exclusive trait. For women, it acts as the best diy exfoliation strategy. I was hesitant to believe this, till I walked into a makeup store and now I’m a level 5 dermaplaning believer, which can be purchased for relatively low prices on Amazon. No more worries about expensive products because now the peach fuzz or dead skin can be removed with these cheap tools leaving behind a silky smooth face.

Concerned about shaved hair growing back thicker? Not true—almost anything is possible these days because of misinformation, and yes, my mom told me too, but it’s not true. Take a 20x magnifying mirror (a requirement for spotting stray chin hairs!), and you have yourself a new self-care ritual. It’s disturbingly gratifying. 

4. Save Your Glam While Showering 

For people who enjoy putting on an entire face of makeup even for the gym (no judgement!), you’re going to love me for this one. A disposable shower visor—yes, it’s a thing—adhered to your forehead will block all the water from your face. No more swim goggles leaving marks or ruining your lashes! These visors are inexpensive, single-use, and fulfill the purpose of preserving your DIY lashes or makeup. I got mine on Amazon and they’ve saved me so much time. Check out this Instagram post for a visual. Trust me, you will wonder how you ever lived without it.

5. Adjust Your Outfits with a Stitchy and Be Unique

Have you ever wanted your shirt to fit perfectly without you having to constantly pull on it? Tsg, a remedy for such a situation, is a small plastic device that allows for the precise pinning of clothes. It can also be helpful for adjusting workout tops or blouses, like pinning a collar for a flattering neckline. It’s non-destructive, undoable, and incredibly straightforward. Once, in an emergency, I “hemmed” my pants. Stitchy absolutely saved the day. Opening the jar requires some precision, ease the fabric so it’s all the way in and then snap it shut. You’ll be thanking me later when you get one on Amazon.

6. Enhance Self-Esteem with Bust Inserts

Do you wish for an enhanced bust without any surgeries? Then you should consider surgically enhances silicone inserts for bras. They conveniently slide into bras, swimsuits, or dresses for a jaw-dropping boost in bust. During special occasions, I have used these, and they still looked shockingly realistic. Some of them have sticky sides for additional hold, which is great for swim suits. Pushas Bust inserts are affordable, reusable, and come in a wide range of sizes to suit anyone’s desired look. A friend of mine loves using these for days spent on the beach, and with good reason; she went from feeling self-conscious to walking around having full confidence. Grab them at your local shop, or find them online.

7. Conceal Imperfections with a Classy Sheer Cape

Do you struggle with wearing a bathing suit? I’m here to tell you black sheer cover-ups are game-changers. They are fashionable, conceal flaws such as cellulite and increase confidence without making the gardement bulky like a muumuu. I learned last summer that when the sheer cover-up is paired with body blur, a skin-tone tinted lotion, the results are breathtaking. This pageant trick is thanks to a friend, and let me say, its reliable for pool days. Stylish options are available on Amazon and Shein, but local stores are just as good. You can check this TikTok for inspiration. With this cape, you will look nothing less than a beach goddess.

8. Learn Hair Pagents Techniques for Big Volume

Not voluminous enough? No issue at all! Pagentry styled hair teasing will solve all your hair problems. For lasting volume, my go to is adding a bit of back-combing onto a small section of your hair which is done aggressively. For the finishing touches, douse the teased section with strong hairspray such as Kenra 25 (the hosing type is to hair what Botox is). Do not brush, but lightly smooth with fingers for a pristine polished look. For added pizazz, I like to clip in extensions, but even with natural hair this method works. Check the back with a double mirror because no 80s bumps are allowed! Admittedly, this method is over the top but for the boost in confidence it provides, I make the sacrifice.

You don’t need to spend a fortune or put in too much effort to feel beautiful. These hacks are meant to be easier and cheaper while making you look stunning. Try 1 or 2 hacks out of the many available and adjust accordingly. You may learn to love face shaving or become a Stitchy pro—whatever you settle on, you can achieve your goals. You’ll feel proud of yourself and enhance your beauty every day.