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As much as some people would want it, there isn’t one universal beauty routine that would make everyone feel and look great. But each person usually finds something that works for them, be it a seven-step skincare routine or splashing water on their face.
Some beauty hacks can get rather unconventional, though. If you’re looking for examples, just check out the comments under this TikToker’s video, who asked netizens to share their “most unhinged beauty hacks.” Covering everything from cucumbers and lime to cutting men out of their lives, the netizens delivered, so scroll down to find their two cents on the list below and see if there’s anything that might work for you, too.
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#1
I stopped caring about my appearance and ive never felt more free
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#2
I’m a nurse and I’ve asked some of the best looking 90-100 year old women I’ve met and they all haven’t had kids, no husband and loreal or ponds cold cream.
Amelia Jade 8 months ago
I'm often mistaken to be 20 years younger than I am. I'm married (very happily so), have raised three kids (and breastfed two of them--for the comment that mentioned breastfeeding ages you). But--like I said--I'm happily married to my best friend, and my kids are my favorite people on the planet. Maybe being happy is the key. I've also never really worn makeup and when I have it is just usually mascara. And I sunscreen daily without fail, and have done so from a young age.
#3
Don’t get married don’t have babies
LillieMean 8 months ago
Having a child/children biologically ages women faster. A fetus literally sucks years of life out of a woman. Breastfeeding does the same. There are a lot of variables here though and it had something to do with telomeres. Marriage also shortens a woman's life expectancy. No doubt due to stress and a lot of metawork.
#4
People hate to hear it, but fruits and veggies are quite literally the fountain of youth!
Michelle C 7 months ago
When I was a kid, my peers considered loving fruits and vegetables weird. I will still take a plate of vegetables or fruit over junk food any day.!
#5
drinking lots of water and not smoking/vaping.
#6
Go-to-bed-early
#7
my grandma says she take prenatal vitamins to boost her hair and skin. people often mistake her for my mom, so i'm taking her word for it
#8
I invested in a $2000 mattress because beauty sleep is real
LakotaWolf (she/her) 8 months ago
I actually sleep the best on a Japanese-style shikifuton on the ground. It drives my mother absolutely up the wall. She can't stand that I "sleep on the floor" and has tried to make me sleep on the world's most expensive mattresses (Tempur-pedic, etc.) I've tried sleeping on beds and they just don't work for me, especially squodgy memory foam beds. So I think it's not necessarily about a "$2,000 mattress" for everyone, but finding the sleep solution/situation that works for you! XD My shikifuton was $200 XD
#9
Don’t use whitening toothpaste - it weakens your enamel. Instead use an enamel protective toothpaste- it strengthens the enamel and your teeth won’t stain as easily
#10
i eat an absolute obscene amount of cucumbers with lime
Howl's sleeping castle 8 months ago
I love cucumbers with little salt, chilli powder, and lime
#11
No men = no stress. And oil of Olay. And sunscreen. Got it
BrownEyedGrrl 8 months ago
My mom used Oil of Olay for years. She died at 83 & looked about 55.
#12
Wash your pillow cases every week…especially if you struggle with acne
Featherytoad 8 months ago
If I sleep on the side of my face, like full on smashed face in the pillow, I'm guaranteed a break out. I sleep two night on one side of the pillow, and then flip for another couple of nights. Then I do the same with the second pillow, and then change the cases.
#13
Sunscreen. No boyfriend. Cutt people off when they start stressing you out. Water. No alcohol.
Surly Scot 8 months ago (edited)
The last part is a struggle. If a Scots blood/alcohol ratio gets too out of whack we go a little insane, we need the alcohol to thin out the rage.
#14
My advice- stay single and don’t let anyone’s undiagnosed son waste your time. Believe me…should see what I looked like with that last one I’m said no one called a intervention
Surly Scot 8 months ago
"Anyone's undiagnosed son", that's a whole wing of psychology. Love that they made a point of this.
#15
I eat fiber like I must really enjoy pooping. But I swear, my skin has never been better.
#16
My mom is in her 70's and looks 20 years younger than she is. Her beauty routine: wesr sunscreen, don't drink alcohol, and divorce men that stress you out.
#18
Mascara hack —Run hot water from the sink over the tube for a minute or two before applying. The heat softens the formula, making it smoother, easier to apply, and clump-free—giving you perfectly separated, luscious lashes 👏 every 👏 time
Pittsburgh rare 8 months ago
Or...hold it in your armpit or put it in your bra while you do the rest of your make up to save water
#19
if I have stress and anxiety at job I quit. if can't sleep quit. if I'm sad at job I quit if I have physical pain during job. I quit
#20
Lowkey narcissistic of me but I’ve started to aggressively ask myself why I’m so pretty every time I look in the mirror. It hypes me up before stepping out of the house
#21
Dissociating constantly has made me age beautifully. No grey hair or wrinkles. But u never know what’s going on (great!). Autopilot until I get home
#22
I stay out of the sun, I don’t drink alcohol, I moisturize and use spf everyday! People always think I’m younger than I am by like 10 years. I think the sun is the biggest one though
#23
Celibacy and an occasional good cry gives you a beautiful clean glow
#24
prenatal gummies. plastic surgeon told me this. has every vitamin u need so u don’t need to buy multiple supplements
Binny Tutera 7 months ago
I am a big believer in vitamins now. After having my baby nothing was “regular” any more. Doctor said I was still ok, but I knew better. When my daughter started taking vitamins ( Flintstones for the win!) she wanted me to have one too. Within 2 weeks everything started to level out and my body got back on track.
#25
I started using Nivea Firm and toning gel ($15) on my face and neck area and noticed how taught and sculpted my face got. I had spent so much previously on $$$ skincare
#26
I mix body wash and coffee grounds together to make a body scrub. every time it instantly makes my skin look smoother and tighter
LakotaWolf (she/her) 8 months ago
I actually use caffeinated soap. Not much of the caffeine gets into your actual body via the skin, so it doesn't hype you up like drinking coffee would, but it makes my skin feel nicer. It's supposed to have antioxidant effects; I don't know if it does or not, but I love the products of the company I buy from, and they smell great, so I'll keep using them XD
#27
I put baking soda on top of my toothpaste 3 times a week since I was a kid. People always compliment how white my teeth are.
#28
In summary: water, fiber, sunscreen, oil of olay, stay single and sleep more. I’m 1 for 6! Explains a lot.
#30
Hold grudges, keeps the skin firm
#31
i SLATHER vaseline all over my face (and eyelashes) before going to bed
Surly Scot 8 months ago
Sadly, Vaseline blocks my pores, but it does make my eyelashes and eyebrows grow in like 70's bushes, I get compliments all the time.
#32
Avoid getting in a relationship.
#33
I put deodorant on my forehead / hairline because I sweat a lot and it prevents sweat
Surly Scot 8 months ago
Hyperhidrosis? I have that in the hands and feet, tried everything under the sun except botox, only thing that ever helps is Arrowroot powder.
#34
I wash my hair with Cerave SA cleanser once a week and it removes all the old buildup (and helps my scalp)
#35
Crest whitening strips sorry i panicked
StrangeOne 8 months ago
Be carful with whitening products. I've had reactions on my gums from them.
#36
Mint tea at bedtime satisfying and good for you gut
#37
Once a month I wash my hair with dish soap, works better than any clarifying shampoo
#38
minimum 10k steps, 120oz of water, and some added electrolytes, tretinoin, hyaluronic acid/collagen supplements
Jihana 8 months ago (edited)
Tretinoin is pure poison. It helps with even the most severe cases of acne, yes, but the list of side effects is INSANE (liver damage, kidney damage, depression, even s*****e is listed. You have to be on birth control when you take it and months afterwards, because it will cause severe damage to the fetus. You're not even allowed to donate blood)
#39
Care for your spirit & soul as much as outward beauty. Those who are lost, evil, in bad spots of their life all age faster and have poor skin. Take care of your spirit before anything
#40
If foundation doesn’t sit well on your nose and you have a more oily nose, put down the thinnest layer of eyeshadow primer first then gently press foundation on top!
#41
sinus rinse. make sure you use distilled water. the way my face is so much less swollen and puffy looking and it's made my tear troughs less severe
#43
Dita von Teese only sleeps on her back because pillows give you wrinkles
StrangeOne 8 months ago
Dita's whole career is based on her appearance. She's going to do what she thinks works for her, and sacrifices comfort. You may get those wrinkled pillow case imprints on your skin in the morning, but they go away later.
#44
NO SUGAR, NO ALCOHOL. As little fried/processed foods as possible. Fresh veggies & fruit. Protein for every meal/snack. Don't eat when you're not hungry. Don't overeat. Protect your skin from the sun. Drink lots of water throughout the day. Prioritize sleep. Avoid stress as much as possible. The body needs movement to remain healthy, do what you can. Toxic people/relationships aren't worth it, cut them out. Protect your peace at all costs. Marriage and children aren't the only path to a fulfilling life. They can make some people incredibly miserable/stressed/sick, ask yourself if that's really what you need. Also ask yourself what your values are and do your best to live according to them, that's where self-esteem comes from. Don't base your worth on your physical appearance, don't compare yourself to what you've internalized you "should" look like. The version of you that doesn't wear makeup/flattering clothes/hairstyles deserves the same amount of love and respect. You're allowed to take space regardless of how much time you've spent in front of the mirror. You don't owe other people the "prettier" version of you. You owe them a certain level of physical hygiene (if that's accessible to you) and to behave like a decent human being, that's it. On that note, as an adult, you are responsible for your own mental health, take care of it & protect it. Stop caring about external beauty/societal pressures, and focus that money & energy on fulfilling activities that interest you & enrich your life
#45
move. look for a warm climate, extra points if it's close to water. walkable city and nice people. trust, you're waist will be snatched, skin clear, hair luscious and your skin will be tan and glowy
Nils Skirnir 8 months ago
Warmer climates have lower life expectancies and higher obesity rates in the US. Tanning ages the skin faster than anything else.
#46
Oil of Olay. I just turned 50. A plastic surgeon thought I was 28, & suggested in 20 yrs I'd need a fresher up. I've used it from 16yrs old. Nothing outside of water touches my skin.
#47
not sure how unhinged this is but the best setting spray is hairspray
StrangeOne 8 months ago
That's not what that's for. These are starting to get to be terrible advice the further down I go.
#48
SPF 50+ every 3 hours every day regardless of the UV. Never ever tan. Tretinoine 2-3 days a week. Nivea moisturizer. Azelaic acid. Alternate running, lifting and stretching. You will look 30 at 50
#49
Cut people off the minute they are weird or stress you you’ll look young forever
#51
clove tea, i gained 52 pounds when i was pregnant and lost 40 since i had my baby 2 months ago lol
StrangeOne 8 months ago
Um, yeah, because now you don't have a baby, placenta, amnionic fluid and all that water retention.
#52
Electric toothbrush, coconut oil pulling, symmetrical posture, mewing, nose breathing, Korean skin care, Japanese hair care, face muscle practice, 1hr of sunlight and sunscreen daily
LakotaWolf (she/her) 8 months ago
Oil pulling is BS. I worked vitamins/supplements for two and a half years and I studied a lot of our products so I could know what I was talking about. Swishing coconut oil around in your mouth isn't going to do a goldarn thing for your teeth. Brush and floss NORMALLY and see a dentist/have annual cleanings if you can.
#53
Avoid men at all costs! I'm 42, haven't had a bf in over 10 years, and look like I'm 25!!
#54
I sleep on my back like a vampire and I don’t smile.. smile lines won’t catch me slipping
#55
when i start breaking out, i sleep in a full face of makeup & it clears right up lol
#56
Sunscreen, tretinoin, WITCHCRAFT. When you acknowledge the metaphysical, and speak your intentions into the ethers, the ethers will respond in kind. Do with that info as you will.
#57
Yelling at men who deserve it, replacing every cream and serum with Vaseline, and doing makeup that suits my face rather than following trends
#58
Not a beauty hack but a period hack, pads shorten the length of your period. I used tampons for years, switched to only pads, period is 1-2 days shorter
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Floeckchen 8 months ago
Wow, the list drifted into BS territory very fast. Best beauty advice: Don't be hateful
Nils Skirnir 8 months ago
Very few of these mentioned good cardio exercise, strength exercise, yoga, and good nutrition which are what really work.
Floeckchen 8 months ago
Wow, the list drifted into BS territory very fast. Best beauty advice: Don't be hateful
Nils Skirnir 8 months ago
Very few of these mentioned good cardio exercise, strength exercise, yoga, and good nutrition which are what really work.
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