How to start a Beauty blog

Myths And Facts

There are a few myths about having your own domain and hosting, so let me set them straight right now.

Myth #1: Running your own blog is expensive.

You can have your own, self-hosted blog for under 4$ a month. Don’t go with anything more expensive than that, because it’s unnecessary. BlueHost offers the best prices, and you get a free domain. Score!

Myth #2: It’s hard and confusing to set up!

I’m not particularly computer-savvy, and I still managed to do it! I’ll show you how simple it is and guide you through the whole process.

Myth #3: It’s impossible to make any money with a small blog.

Odds are you’re going to be making more than what you’re paying to run your blog. One of the advantages of having your own, self-hosted blog is having the freedom to monetize it.

Myth #4: It’s really hard to make a blog look good with WordPress.

There’s a ton of pretty themes you can choose from, including free ones. Installing a theme is quick and easy. You don’t even need to know any kind of coding or have experience with web design. Using WordPress will make your blog look better since it’s more customizable than Blogspot.

Boom! Myths debunked. No excuses. Creating your own blog is simple, cheap, and awesome.

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What Should I Blog About?

It’s important to know specifically what your focus will be. A focused blog makes blogging easier. Here are some examples.

• Reviews. If you’re a product junkie, you can write helpful reviews.
• Makeup artistry. If you’ve got skills, you can show off your looks.
• Swatches. Good swatches can be hard to find. Everybody loves dupes.
• Budget beauty. You could focus on drugstore and affordable brands.
• Nails. If you love nail polish and have a talent for nail art, you could make it your main focus.
• Jane-of-all-trades. If you love ALL things beauty, you can figure out your focus as you blog.

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What Equipment Do I Need?

You don’t absolutely need any tools to start blogging, but this is what I recommend for a beginner:

• A basic camera. You can use any digital camera, a DSLR, or your iPhone. Some bloggers even use their phone’s camera.
• Photoshop or a free alternative. Editing your photos will make them look professional no matter what camera you use.
• Natural light. You don’t need photography equipment when starting out. Natural light is the best light to shoot in. You can always buy studio lighting along the way.