 Most women {and perhaps some guys} use makeup often or even every day. Some are just addicted to it, and can't leave without it. An article from The New York Times (2011), says that it "increases people's perceptions of woman's likability, her competence, and her trustworthiness, according to a new study, which also confirmed what is obvious: that cosmetics boost a woman's attractiveness." Another article from InStyle (2013), says that "Women spend an average of $15.000 on makeup in their lifetimes".  So I get it: we are into makeup. But how do you take care of it and keep it safe and organized? Here are the 3 basics you should know:
Usually, this information does not come on the packaging, I figured for two reasons: they will last from 3 to 12 months, depending on the product we are talking about. But the way we store them may influence it too... I got this good tip from Allure: "The sniff test is the best way to know if something is past its prime: If you get a hint of anything funky in a lipstick or creamy product, throw it out. The same goes for nail polish and foundation that remain separated after you've shaken them. Don't stockpile mascara—use it right after you buy it and replace it every three months." FIY a list I got from Micheleng.com {there are free printables on the link} to stop using expired makeup: 
information: "- Store it right. Keep all makeup in a cool, dry environment, not on a bathroom shelf where the warm, damp air will destroy it. Never let makeup melt in a beach bag or freeze in a car, since the emulsification will break down, and the product won't have that smooth, luscious consistency. - Come clean. Even the best tools don't perform well if they're dirty. Ideally, synthetic brushes should be cleaned every couple days. I apply a gentle eye-makeup remover—almost any one will do—to the bristles, wipe them clean with a paper towel, and wash them with a basic facial soap and water. In a pinch, an antibacterial wipe works too. (These are also great for quick cleaning when you want to switch shades.) Natural-bristle brushes hold on to grime and bacteria differently, so you only have to wash them once a month. Swish the head of the brush around in a dollop of baby shampoo and water, rinse it under a warm tap, and then dip the brush in diluted rubbing alcohol. Blot the bristles, and lay the brush on its side to air-dry. - Revive your favorites. A really good sharpener (Sue Devitt's has the finest blade I've found) will save pencils from looking gnawed. If the tip is really soft, chill it in the refrigerator for a half hour before sharpening." 
ones to toss first}, there are many products that can help you. There are conventional ones {such as handbags, drawers storage units, boxes}, and some different - and unexpected- items and ways to help you keep your beauty friends safe and with easy access. Here are three articles that will blow your mind!
These value tips will help you to keep track of when you should toss your makeup; keep them lasting as long as possible; and last, but not least, organize your makeup using the principals of organization {make your life easier}. There are soooo many good things I wanna share with you here! Sign up
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 From now on, every last Sunday of the month, I will write about a DIY project I did myself. I hope to inspire you all somehow. Today, it will be about our housewarming party. We moved to our house in late June, and we had our housewarming party about 6 weeks later. I am a party planner by nature {just like I am an organizer}, and it doesn't matter the size of the budget: it ain't about food and drinks only, a party needs decoration!
 I also used Pinterest to decide the food I was going to serve {besides some Brazilian dishes}, and the amount I should have by the number of guests coming {yes, you can find it there too!}. We got some Tequila, Rum, Wines and Beer - and alcohol took half of our budget. By the way, the budget we used for this party was $250, counting on a number of 22 people. It included all the food, dishes and silverware, alcohol, and some decorating items. I had a lot of fun planning this party, and we didn't spend too much money at all. The guests were amazed by the decoration, and how thoughtful it was {and also how fast we set up the house after moving}. There are soooo many good things I wanna share with you here! Sign up
so you won't miss it! For daily tips about organizing, home decor and more, join me here: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter Did you know I'm on Periscope and Snapchat? You can find me as iamaneataholic To contact me drop a line to neataholic@gmail.com I am Izabelle Azevedo, the Professional Organizer behind Neat-a-Holic Solutions  Yes! It is finally ready! The best thing is: it didn't take too much of my time {and money}, and now I have a space to work and organize my belongings! {even got some extra space in my closet!}. After trying the crayons {you missed it? Click here}, I decided to get some help on Pinterest {self note: why didn't I do it before?}. For sure the best "place" to find ideas and get inspired, and these just blew my mind!  One better than the other, right?
 My furniture I got for cheap on Craigslist. The exception is the bookshelf from Walmart that I got for as cheap as $15 ($21 with the storage cubes). I would say I spent about $150 for this project {it includes furniture, decoration, office items, and the paint}. 
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I am Izabelle Azevedo, the Professional Organizer behind Neat-a-Holic Solutions  Today I am bringing something different. I’ve been tagged by Fátima Teixeira {a very nice Portuguese lady who lives in Canada, and writes at Musica Com Cafe} to answer a few questions. This way, we get to know a little about each other {and you get to know a little about me}, while sharing blogs!
I never introduced myself {besides my name and what I do}, but if you go on my About page, you can get some information about me, and why I became a Professional Organizer. Well, these little things I am sharing here today, you won’t find there though… :)
1. What makes you happy? Having a reason to wake up every morning and do something that I am really passionate about. Dessert also makes me really happy! 2. What person you admire the most and why? My mom. She’s a strong person who has been through a lot, but is still strong and kind. 3. In what sense do you make “less is more” true in your life? In everything, except joy! Less makeup, less stuff, less overthinking (still working on this one). I heard this one day, and I have carried it in my mind since then: “Simplicity and sophistication”, and you can make the best from simplicity! The only thing you need more is joy! 4. From your options to get new things or toss them, which one was the most important? Wow! Ok… Well, I had to get rid of many things in order to move from one country to another (yes, I came from Brazil). Since I’ve done this 3 times now (yes, I moved to the US 3 times – and back to Brazil twice), the last one wasn’t that difficult anymore. Getting rid of things is important, because you get attached to things somehow. 5. How do you evaluate yourself between who you are and who you would like to be? Though I am already proud of what and where I’ve got so far, I think I have a lot to improve. It will be a long journey of learning and mistakes, but recognizing what we’ve done wrong, and doing something to change it, is already a big step. 6. About those who you want to give attention, do you feel like you are able to do so? Right now, yes. :) 7. How do you react when someone you like messes up with your stuff? This is my weakness! I hate when someone gets into my belongings without asking, even more when they leave them a mess. Even if it’s the kitchen! :P 8. What song identifies you at this moment? Good question! I don’t have one right now… How did it happen? Haha 9. What instrument would you choose if you could learn it today? Just one? I can’t do just one… The keyboard, the violin, the guitar. 10. If you could do something good today, with a great amount of money, what would you do? I would help children who suffer from starvation and/or abuse, taking them to a safe place where they could get education, food and a play area to do what children are supposed to do: play, grow, and be children!
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2. What is a strong quality you can say you have? 3. What is a personal flaw that you have? 4. Are you an organized person? 5. Do you think an organized environment can bring good things to you? How? 6. Are you good at managing your time? 7. Are you a consumer? What are your favorite things to buy? 8. Would you share 2 personal goals? 9. Where do you see yourself 5 years from now? 10. If you could change something in your life today, what would it be?
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I am trying to save money on this, so I’ve been looking for furniture on Craigslist. And after getting no answer from some ads, and giving up a few other, I finally got a desk, a chair and even a side table {all in great condition} for $55! I also got a 6 cube storage shelf + 2 cube bins for $22 from Walmart. The walls definitely needed some treatment, and my first thought was to use gift wrap as wallpaper. I’ve seen people done this before, and I actually found a very nice guide guide for that. It would be very cool, but it would also go over my budget. Plus, the humidity {from a sort of unfinished basement} would probably mess it up pretty soon… I gave up. {But you can still do it using the guide I am sharing with you!} Painting the walls the regular way sounded to predictable to me, but that was my option now. And when I was trying to decide the color… a light! {Oooooohhhhhhh} The idea just popped when I was doing the cleaning… “What if I use crayons???” I did not see this online {and when I looked up for a tutorial, I found just one, not helpful video – and many to get the crayon OFF the wall}. It doesn’t hurt to try, not even in my pocket {and now I even know how to remove it! Lol}. So I went to target, got some boxes of crayons, came home, and got started. Just like that. Do you want to check the results + how I did it? {And IF it worked out} Click here. {Don’t forget to subscribe} I am very excited to share the week 03 already! I’m planning on having everything set by then! Fingers crossed! Do you want to get our posts first hand? Sign up to get heads up right on your inbox! For more hot trendy everyday tips about organizing, DIY projects, home decor and + Join me on FACEBOOK | Twitter | Instagram My Neat-a-Holic world is also on Periscope and Snapchat as @iamaneataholic I am Izabelle Azevedo and I am a Professional Organizer and founder at Neat-a-Holic Solutions neataholic@gmail.com |
