Hair and Makeup Trends for 2009
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It is not as true today as it was a generation ago, I don't think. Back then people got "stuck" in a hairstyle and continued to wear that same style for their entire lives whether it continued to flatter them or not! Think Mamie Eisenhower and her oh so shopworn bangs! I have an acquaintance whose life stopped her senior year when she was named prom queen. She still, forty plus years later, wears her hair in a ratted flip sprayed to within an inch of its life.
I have worn the same style for years now but.... it is subtly changed from time-to-time and my haircutter is an expert. There is no chance he would let me wander around looking like yesterday's news because my hair reflects on him.
The link above takes you to a fun site that has good advice on where to start to choose a flattering hairstyle and some great beauty and makeup tips. Check it out.
Beauty & Style Tips
tip #318
Nothing knocks you down and out quite like a bad cold. Just because you don't feel great, doesn't mean you can't look great. Follow these tips from makeup guru Bobbi Brown to look healthy, well and rested.
Double up on moisturizer
Sick skin means a dry, dull complexion. For an instant fix, Brown advises wearing two moisturizers at once. Apply a lightweight hydrating cream first, then layer on a rich balm. We like: Neutrogena Oil-Free Fresh Ultra-Light Moisturizer and Decléor Aromessence Essential Balm. "This combination smoothes and plumps skin, leaving it luminous and fresh," says Brown. Be sure to down plenty of water— it will keep you and your skin hydrated.
Use concealer to hide a sleepless night
If you were up all night coughing, fake a restful night's sleep by using a yellow-based concealer to neutralize any redness or darkness under your eyes. We like: Bobbi Brown Cosmetics Creamy Concealer Kit. Use a concealer that is one or two shades lighter than your foundation then layer on a yellow-toned powder on top. If you are porcelain pale, use a white-toned powder—yellow tones look unnatural on super-pale skin.
Stick to the makeup basics
The last thing you want to do when you’re feeling ill is apply a full-on face of makeup. Skip the excess cosmetics and just do the basics. Brown recommends spot-applying foundation to camouflage a red nose and swiping a peachy blush on the apples of your cheeks to fake a healthy flush. Finish off with a quick coat of mascara and a touch of gloss for a healthy and polished look.
Want more simple and stunning makeup tips? Check out Bobbi Brown's new book, The Makeup Manual.
It is not as true today as it was a generation ago, I don't think. Back then people got "stuck" in a hairstyle and continued to wear that same style for their entire lives whether it continued to flatter them or not! Think Mamie Eisenhower and her oh so shopworn bangs! I have an acquaintance whose life stopped her senior year when she was named prom queen. She still, forty plus years later, wears her hair in a ratted flip sprayed to within an inch of its life.
I have worn the same style for years now but.... it is subtly changed from time-to-time and my haircutter is an expert. There is no chance he would let me wander around looking like yesterday's news because my hair reflects on him.
The link above takes you to a fun site that has good advice on where to start to choose a flattering hairstyle and some great beauty and makeup tips. Check it out.
Beauty & Style Tips
Face Beauty Tip
How To Look Good When You Have A Cold
submitted: Jan 21, 2009tip #318
Don't overdose on cover-up to mask a cold. Keep makeup simple like this look on Lauren "Lo" Bosworth.
Double up on moisturizer
Sick skin means a dry, dull complexion. For an instant fix, Brown advises wearing two moisturizers at once. Apply a lightweight hydrating cream first, then layer on a rich balm. We like: Neutrogena Oil-Free Fresh Ultra-Light Moisturizer and Decléor Aromessence Essential Balm. "This combination smoothes and plumps skin, leaving it luminous and fresh," says Brown. Be sure to down plenty of water— it will keep you and your skin hydrated.
Use concealer to hide a sleepless night
If you were up all night coughing, fake a restful night's sleep by using a yellow-based concealer to neutralize any redness or darkness under your eyes. We like: Bobbi Brown Cosmetics Creamy Concealer Kit. Use a concealer that is one or two shades lighter than your foundation then layer on a yellow-toned powder on top. If you are porcelain pale, use a white-toned powder—yellow tones look unnatural on super-pale skin.
Stick to the makeup basics
The last thing you want to do when you’re feeling ill is apply a full-on face of makeup. Skip the excess cosmetics and just do the basics. Brown recommends spot-applying foundation to camouflage a red nose and swiping a peachy blush on the apples of your cheeks to fake a healthy flush. Finish off with a quick coat of mascara and a touch of gloss for a healthy and polished look.
Want more simple and stunning makeup tips? Check out Bobbi Brown's new book, The Makeup Manual.
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