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What Women Want • An Advertising Supplement to the River Valley & Ozark Edition of the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette • Sunday, August 14, 2016 • 5VV
Hiding dark circles can be tricky, but it’s made simpler with a proper primer. Priming the skin beforehand will soften the appearance of the skin and prep it for the foundation.
BALANCING tones Makeup application guidelines for any woman
Many women rely on makeup to put their best faces forward. Cosmetics can enhance natural beauty or completely transform a person’s appearance for a
dramatic effect. a lot of women rely on it to cover up subtle flaws and bring out their best features.
Foundation brushes can offer more precision. With regular cleaning, brush- es will not add germs to your face. Light brush strokes can be blended together to give a matte, airbrushed effect. A light dusting of powder, particularly in the spots that tend to appear shiny, can set the foundation.
USE A LIGHT TOUCH
It’s easier to add than take away with regard to applying eye shadow. There- fore, start with a light hand and build up to the desired smokiness. To learn even more eye-shadowing techniques, go for a professional application, and ask for some instruction. Purchase those products and keep practicing at home. “Most ladies would agree that the majority are used to doing a light touch underneath the eyes to high- light and look younger,” Cooper said. “They’re also, the majority, afraid of the shimmer. I think we’ll see in the fall the metallic eye shadow come back. I think, with the right applica- tion, every woman can pull it off.”
Makeup can play up a person’s features, hide any imperfections and help individuals look their best. Tech- niques are easy to learn and can be perfected with time and patience.
— Courtesy of Metro Creative, with contributions by Emily Edmisten, special sections writer
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Makeup application is a skill that requires technique, and that can take years of practice to master. While it’s possible to get by with basic application abilities, knowing some of the tricks of the trade can offer the flawless look women seek.
EXFOLIATE YOUR SKIN
The most precise makeup tech- niques can be hampered by un- prepped skin. Start the process with clean, exfoliated skin to ensure that dry skin and any errant flakes are re- moved and will not clump up under makeup. Use products designed for your skin type. Consult with the ex- pert at your favorite cosmetic counter to find out which formulations will give you the desired results. Exfoli- ation does not require expensive equipment. You may be successful with just a mild cleanser and a nubby washcloth. Finish with an SPF-contain- ing moisturizer.
APPLY A PRIMER
Primers can help concealer and foundation set. Applying primer is similar to a painter prepping a canvas.
Even without foundation, primer can soften the appearance of your skin.
HIDE DARK CIRCLES AND BLEMISHES
Use concealer to even out your com- plexion. The experts at Laura Mercier said it’s a myth that concealer should be a shade lighter than your skin tone. Select a matching color, and apply in little stripes with a makeup brush to blend evenly and to avoid a masked look. “One of the main things about keeping the skin hydrated is doing a good job underneath before actually trying to cover anything. Applying a little sunscreen is good. Even at night, using night cream around the area to hydrate more will help. It’s very import- ant what’s underneath to look healthy and hydrated,” said Brandi Cooper, owner of Merle Norman in Morrilton.
BRUSH ON FOUNDATION
You may be tempted to apply foun- dation with your fingers. While effective for a sheer application, applying foun- dation with your fingers can introduce bacteria and oils to your face.
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Q. I have heard there are health issues for kids who carry heavy backpacks. What is the weight limit?
A. Parents should make sure their child’s backpack does not weigh any more than 15 to 20 percent of the child’s body weight. Parents are encouraged to place additional items into their child’s arms or carry the items into the school for the child. So, if your child weighs 60 pounds, the backpack should weigh less than 12 pounds. The average textbook weighs about 3.5 pounds.
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Q. Why does my child need two different vaccines for meningitis when he turns 16?
A. There are different strains of the bacteria that can cause meningitis. The first vaccine (Menveo, Menactra or MenHibrix) covers the strains A, C, Y and W. The second vaccine (Bexsero or Trumenba) protects against strain B. The strains B, C and Y cause most of the cases of meningitis in the United States. Currently, these two vaccines cannot be combined into one shot because the vaccines must be made differently. Talk to your child’s health care provider about scheduling these vaccines for meningitis.