The internet is bursting with beauty products that fail to do what they claim. However, the ever-popular bobby pin is one product that rarely disappoints. Far more than a mere hair tool, the bobby pin has serious potential when it comes to enhancing your eye makeup game and giving your contouring some serious edge. You can skip the costly cosmetics tools without sacrificing your commitment to style.
If you have a bobby pin —or 10 — handy, check out these clever beauty hacks that you can achieve with a tiny strip of metal.
Use a bobby pin to help do a cat eye
You don’t have to be a Batman villain to appreciate the sexy sleekness of a cat eye. However, achieving the ideal eyeliner angle is easier said than done. Master this classic cosmetic style by laying a bobby pin against the eye with the opening at the outside corner. Fill in the middle for a flawless wing that’s sure to turn heads.
Use a bobby pin to apply cheek contour
Love contouring but lack the Kardashian talent for applying bronzer? Use a bobby pin to guide your hand. Simply press a bobby pin against your cheekbone, and then apply your favorite contour color above the pin. Blend thoroughly for a look that’s thoroughly unforgettable.
Use a bobby pin to help apply eyebrows
Few of us were lucky enough to be born with Cara Delevingne-quality eyebrows. If your brow game needs a little assistance, all you have to do is reach for a bobby pin. Place the pin along the bottom line of your brow and apply color above it, using the straight edge to guide your hand.
Use a bobby pin to do lip contour
Lip contouring is a great way to plump up your pout while providing camouflage for thin or uneven mouths. If you’re worried about smudging your smile, use a bobby pin to keep color off your lips. Apply bronzer around the edges of the lips, moving the pin as you go.
Use a bobby pin to apply nose contour
Skip the nose job and opt to contour your nose with this easy bobby pin hack. Start by laying a bobby pin against your nose, just to the side of the bridge with the straight side facing out. Apply bronzer along the edge of the pin to shape and slim your nose as desired.
