{"id":108559,"date":"2017-09-15T10:49:42","date_gmt":"2017-09-15T14:49:42","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/?p=108559"},"modified":"2017-09-15T10:49:42","modified_gmt":"2017-09-15T14:49:42","slug":"beauty-habits-drop","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/beauty\/beauty-habits-drop\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Beauty Habits You Need to Drop Immediately"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>With a new season on the horizon, it&#8217;s normal to have an &#8220;out with the old and in with the new&#8221; mentality.\u00a0Think: clearing out clothes we no longer wear to make room for new seasonal pieces; swapping your iced coffee for hot; and flipping your cotton sheets for cozy flannel.<\/p>\n<p>Yet, despite all of these seasonal changes, we still stick to the same beauty routines. But just like your old clothes, your bad beauty habits need to be tossed, too. From plucking ingrown hairs to using old makeup, these are the 10 beauty habits\u00a0you need to drop\u00a0immediately.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/542331980110159797\/\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-108604 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/59885c513930e876263403222179ea06.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/59885c513930e876263403222179ea06.jpg 564w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/59885c513930e876263403222179ea06-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/59885c513930e876263403222179ea06-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/59885c513930e876263403222179ea06-85x85.jpg 85w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/59885c513930e876263403222179ea06-170x170.jpg 170w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/59885c513930e876263403222179ea06-395x395.jpg 395w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/59885c513930e876263403222179ea06-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/a>Bad Habit#1: Biting Your Cuticles<br \/>\n<\/strong>We&#8217;re all guilty of picking and biting our cuticles when we&#8217;re bored or anxious, but this is a nasty habit that can actually lead to infection. Your cuticles actually protect the base of your nail from infection, so by picking them, you actually increase the risk of getting one. Instead, wash your hands frequently and refrain from picking your cuticles to steer clear of nasty infections.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sephora.com\/product\/tweezers-P69502?skuId=765172&amp;icid2=products%20grid:p69502\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-108603 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Screen-Shot-2017-09-11-at-11.02.02-PM.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"250\" height=\"245\" srcset=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Screen-Shot-2017-09-11-at-11.02.02-PM.png 324w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Screen-Shot-2017-09-11-at-11.02.02-PM-300x294.png 300w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Screen-Shot-2017-09-11-at-11.02.02-PM-150x147.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" \/><br \/>\n<\/a><strong>Bad Habit #2: Plucking Ingrown Hairs<br \/>\n<\/strong>When you see an ingrown hair, it&#8217;s natural to want to remove it immediately with tweezers. But digging into the skin to grab that hair can lead to scarring (and again, even an infection). The next time you find an ingrown, ditch the tweezers and gently exfoliate the skin instead.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/AYnpacPDZ1AARh0bPIlgabamgZLvDlbDPIhN0YvVVV9q0qXNErvohqY\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-108602 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/945ba7e6caebe54ec2cb91d9860d5195.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"350\" height=\"345\" srcset=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/945ba7e6caebe54ec2cb91d9860d5195.jpg 500w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/945ba7e6caebe54ec2cb91d9860d5195-300x296.jpg 300w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/945ba7e6caebe54ec2cb91d9860d5195-150x148.jpg 150w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/945ba7e6caebe54ec2cb91d9860d5195-85x85.jpg 85w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/945ba7e6caebe54ec2cb91d9860d5195-395x389.jpg 395w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/945ba7e6caebe54ec2cb91d9860d5195-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 350px) 100vw, 350px\" \/><br \/>\n<\/a><strong>Bad Habit #3: Using Old Makeup<br \/>\n<\/strong>We&#8217;re all guilty of keeping an old lipstick or eyeshadow, in the hopes of wearing it again some day. But makeup that&#8217;s past\u00a0its prime becomes\u00a0a breeding\u00a0ground\u00a0for germs and bacteria, which can lead\u00a0to skin infections, irritations, breakouts, and even (gasp!) pink eye. So do yourself a favour and ditch old products. Hot tip: three months is the usual shelf-life of most mascaras; liquid and cream makeup products should be tossed after 12 to 18 months; and powders will last you for about two years.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sephora.com\/product\/50-spf-sunscreen-for-face-wrinkle-control-cream-P288525?skuId=1321223&amp;icid2=products%20grid:p288525\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-108601\" src=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Screen-Shot-2017-09-11-at-10.57.33-PM.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"307\" height=\"307\" srcset=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Screen-Shot-2017-09-11-at-10.57.33-PM.png 307w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Screen-Shot-2017-09-11-at-10.57.33-PM-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Screen-Shot-2017-09-11-at-10.57.33-PM-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Screen-Shot-2017-09-11-at-10.57.33-PM-85x85.png 85w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Screen-Shot-2017-09-11-at-10.57.33-PM-170x170.png 170w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Screen-Shot-2017-09-11-at-10.57.33-PM-100x100.png 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 307px) 100vw, 307px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Bad Habit #4: Skipping Sunscreen<br \/>\n<\/strong>Ever since we were little, we&#8217;ve known the importance of wearing sunscreen. Yet, so many of us go without it on a regular basis.\u00a0Over time, too much exposure to the sun\u00a0puts you at risk for wrinkles, age spots, dry skin, and most importantly, skin cancer. So remember, even if only your neck is exposed, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sephora.com\/product\/50-spf-sunscreen-for-face-wrinkle-control-cream-P288525?skuId=1321223&amp;icid2=products%20grid:p288525\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">apply SPF<\/a> and cover up, all year-long (even in the winter!).<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/367747125814460830\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-108600\" src=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/046185d3cfe099ff1d637ff3c8370078.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"360\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/046185d3cfe099ff1d637ff3c8370078.jpg 564w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/046185d3cfe099ff1d637ff3c8370078-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/046185d3cfe099ff1d637ff3c8370078-100x150.jpg 100w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/046185d3cfe099ff1d637ff3c8370078-395x593.jpg 395w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 360px) 100vw, 360px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Bad Habit #5: Playing With Your Hair<br \/>\n<\/strong>The moment you find yourself bored, it&#8217;s easy to turn to your split ends for entertainment. Unfortunately, picking and playing with your locks can lead to oily and damaged hair, which isn&#8217;t a good look for anyone. And pulling and twirling your hair over time may even lead to <a href=\"http:\/\/www.health.com\/health\/gallery\/0,,20782030,00.html#you-twirl-and-pull-your-hair-0\">hair loss<\/a>, so be sure to keep your hands occupied with something else (even it&#8217;s a nervous habit, get yourself a fidget spinner!).<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-108599 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/261935249.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" srcset=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/261935249.jpg 600w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/261935249-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/261935249-150x79.jpg 150w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/261935249-395x207.jpg 395w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Bad Habit #6: Going to Sleep With Makeup On<br \/>\n<\/strong>Passing out after a night out might seem tempting in the moment, but it can lead to clogged pores and unnecessary breakouts (not to mention soiled pillowcases).\u00a0If you&#8217;re really in a rush, keep a pack of makeup wipes near your bed so you can quickly clean your face before you pass out.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-108598\" src=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Screen-Shot-2017-09-11-at-10.46.49-PM.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"250\" height=\"247\" srcset=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Screen-Shot-2017-09-11-at-10.46.49-PM.png 290w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Screen-Shot-2017-09-11-at-10.46.49-PM-150x148.png 150w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Screen-Shot-2017-09-11-at-10.46.49-PM-85x85.png 85w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Screen-Shot-2017-09-11-at-10.46.49-PM-100x100.png 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Bad Habit #7: Forgetting to Put Moisturizer On Before Foundation<br \/>\n<\/strong>Applying <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sephora.com\/product\/ginzing-tm-energy-boosting-moisturizer-P378852?skuId=1521327&amp;icid2=products%20grid:p378852\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">moisturizer<\/a> before makeup is one of the most critical steps in your beauty routine. Skipping out on moisturizer will leave your skin feeling dry and uneven, causing the makeup to appear uneven.\u00a0 By prepping your skin with a moisturizer, you create a clean canvas for your foundation. Plus, you skin always looks better when it&#8217;s hydrated.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-108597\" src=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/s1662154-main-zoom.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"350\" height=\"350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/s1662154-main-zoom.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/s1662154-main-zoom-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/s1662154-main-zoom-850x850.jpg 850w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/s1662154-main-zoom-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/s1662154-main-zoom-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/s1662154-main-zoom-1255x1255.jpg 1255w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/s1662154-main-zoom-825x825.jpg 825w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/s1662154-main-zoom-85x85.jpg 85w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/s1662154-main-zoom-170x170.jpg 170w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/s1662154-main-zoom-395x395.jpg 395w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/s1662154-main-zoom-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/s1662154-main-zoom-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 350px) 100vw, 350px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Bad Habit #8: Not Cleaning Your Makeup Brushes<br \/>\n<\/strong>Much like bedding, makeup brushes tend to get overlooked when it comes to frequent cleaning. But keep in mind that dirty makeup brushes can lead to a build up of bacteria that won&#8217;t do your skin any favours. Aim to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sephora.com\/product\/makeup-brush-cleaner-P390961?skuId=1662154&amp;keyword=P390961&amp;country_switch=ca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">clean your brushes<\/a> at least once a week to avoid any nasty breakouts.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-108690 size-medium aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/071249343265_T1-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/071249343265_T1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/071249343265_T1-850x850.jpg 850w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/071249343265_T1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/071249343265_T1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/071249343265_T1-825x825.jpg 825w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/071249343265_T1-85x85.jpg 85w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/071249343265_T1-170x170.jpg 170w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/071249343265_T1-395x395.jpg 395w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/071249343265_T1-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/071249343265_T1-100x100.jpg 100w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/071249343265_T1.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><strong>Bad Habit #9: Pumping Mascara to Get More On the Brush<\/strong><br \/>\nWhen it feels like you&#8217;re running low on <a href=\"http:\/\/www.lorealparis.ca\/en\/products\/make-up\/eyes\/mascara\/voluminous-lash-paradise-blackest-black\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">mascara<\/a>, your first reaction may be to pump the mascara wand in the tube, hoping that it&#8217;ll come out with more mascara on it. But this causes air to get into the tube, which makes the mascara to dry out quicker. Rather than pumping the wand, apply a few coats of mascara instead of one so you get enough product on your lashes.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-108692\" src=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/iStock-623858824-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"400\" height=\"267\" srcset=\"https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/iStock-623858824-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/iStock-623858824-850x567.jpg 850w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/iStock-623858824-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/iStock-623858824-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/iStock-623858824-825x551.jpg 825w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/iStock-623858824-395x264.jpg 395w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/iStock-623858824-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/digiblocks.ca\/29secrets\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/iStock-623858824.jpg 1254w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><strong>Bad Habit #10: Picking Your Skin<br \/>\n<\/strong>At the sign of a monster whitehead, it&#8217;s tempting to pop that blemish to try to get rid of it, stat. But if you&#8217;re not careful, squeezing that sucker might leave you with red, inflamed and even scarred skin. So, when a nasty zit appears, wash your face and zap the spot with a treatment with salicylic acid to help dry it out. Try: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beautyboutique.ca\/Categories\/Skin-Care\/Treatments\/Masks-%26-Treatments\/Acne-Solutions-Clinical-Clearing-Gel\/p\/BB_020714653651?variantCode=020714653651\">Clinique Acne Solutions Clinical Clearing Gel<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With a new season on the horizon, it&#8217;s normal to have an &#8220;out with the old and in with the new&#8221; mentality.\u00a0Think: clearing out clothes we no longer wear to make room for new seasonal pieces; swapping your iced coffee for hot; and flipping your cotton sheets for cozy flannel. 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