Article: Before bronzing a pair of shoes, you will need to remove any dirt or polish that is on the surface of the shoes. Wet a soft cloth with water. Then take the damp cloth and carefully clean the shoes. Once you have removed as much dirt as possible with the damp rag, rub the shoes with denatured alcohol. This will remove any remaining wax or polish from the shoes. Take a dry, clean cloth and saturate it with alcohol. Then gently rub the entire surface of each shoe. Once you are done rubbing the shoes with denatured alcohol, let them dry completely. Allow the shoes to air dry. Do not attempt to bronze shoes that are still damp from the cleaning process.
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Remove dirt and old shoe polish from the shoes. Rub the shoes with denatured alcohol. Allow the shoes to dry.
Article: Homemade bath products can often feel more luxurious and more relaxing than store-bought ones. You can customize these to your liking.  Best of all, they don't contain any harmful chemicals. This section will give you a few ideas for relaxing, homemade bath products. Make these ahead of time, so that you can use them in your shower. Combine 4 tablespoons of white, granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and 1 drop of lavender essential oil. This is enough to last you one, relaxing shower experience. You can find essential oils in health food stores and in some arts and crafts shops. Combine 6 ounces (170 grams) of baking soda, 4 ounces (115 grams) of citric acid, and 4 ounces (115 grams) of cornstarch. Mix in 15 to 20 drops of lavender essential oil. Spritz the mixture 10 to 20 times with water. Don't let it start to fizz. Pack mixture into a silicone ice cube mold. You can also pack it into a tablespoon, and tap it onto a tray. Let it dry overnight. To use: place it on the shower floor and turn on the water. It will start to fizz, and release its wonderful aroma. If you can't find cornstarch, use cornflour instead. Combine 2 cups (360 grams) of baking soda with 1 tablespoon of ground, dried lavender flowers, and 2 tablespoons of ground, dried chamomile leaves (or tea). Add 10 to 20 of each of the essential oils listed below, and mix. Keep in an air-tight jar. When you take a shower, sprinkle 1 to 2 tablespoons of the mixture onto your shower floor. It will bubble and frizz, and release its wonderful aroma.  Bergamot Cedarwood Eucalyptus Lavender Lemon Peppermint Rosemary If you can't find one of the essential oils, then double the amount of another one. In a double boiler, combine ½ cup (115 grams) of each of the following: shea butter, cocoa butter, coconut oil. Add ½ cup (120 milliliters) of a light oil, such as almond, jojoba, or olive. Stir until everything is melted, then remove from heat and add 10 to 30 drops of lavender essential oil. Leave it in the fridge for at least one hour, or until it hardens.  Store the body butter in an air-tight container. If your room gets above 75°F (23.9°C), you may need to keep it in the fridge to prevent it from becoming too soft. Consider substituting some vanilla essential oil for some of the lavender to create a lavender-vanilla scent. To use the body butter: spread it all over your body after your shower, just like a lotion. To make a whipped body butter: remove the mixture from the fridge while it is solid, but still soft. Beat it with a handheld mixer for 10 minutes, or until it becomes light and fluffy. Leave it in the fridge for another 10 to 15 minutes so that it can set. In a double boiler, combine 1 cup (225 grams) of coconut oil, 1 cup (225 grams) of shea butter or cocoa butter, and 1 cup (225 grams) of beeswax pellets. For a more nourishing lotion bar, add 1 teaspoon of Vitamin E oil. Stir until melted, then add 10 to 30 drops of lavender essential oil. Once everything is mixed together, pour the mixture into silicone ice cube molds. Wait until the lotion bars harden and cool down, then pop them out of the molds. To use the lotion bars: rub them all over your body. They can be great for massages too!
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Consider using homemade scrubs, shower tabs, and body butters. Make a sugar scrub. Make an aromatherapy shower tab. Make a fizzy, aromatic shower powder. Make a luxurious body butter to use after you shower. Make a lotion bar.
Article: Looking overly made up can actually make you look older, so aim for a minimalist, fresh makeup look. Apply a light tinted moisturizer and a small amount of concealer to hide age spots and dark circles. Make your eyes look bigger (and therefore younger) by curling your eyelashes and applying a black mascara. A soft rose color on lips and cheeks will give you a youthful glow. Coloring your hair will not only cover grays but also brighten your look, particularly if you opt for a lighter shade or soft, natural highlights. For the best results, visit a salon to have your hair colored. If your budget does not allow for a salon experience, purchase a semi-permanent, ammonia-free hair dye at your local pharmacy, which will allow you to practice coloring your hair and experiment with different shades with less commitment. Semi-permanent hair dye will generally last for several washes, depending on the brand and the darkness of the color you choose. Yellowing teeth are a part of aging and will make you look older regardless of whether you have youthful skin and style. Invest in whitening toothpaste with enzymes and micro-abrasive ingredients, or talk to your dentist about more intensive options like bleaching. In addition, cut back on things that can cause tooth discoloration, such as:  Coffee Tea Fruit juices Cigarettes Soda Red wine To stay looking younger after 40, concentrate on buying clothes that fit well and complement your body rather than following trends. Go for classic, tailored pieces (e.g. a simple, sophisticated black blazer and fitted white shirt) and leave behind more casual, carefree attire (e.g., beach inspired t-shirts and shorts) which may appear inappropriately young and highlight your age. Avoid any clothing that is too loose or too tight, both of which can age your appearance.
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Use minimalist, youthful makeup. Color your hair. Whiten your teeth. Invest in a better quality, better fitting wardrobe.