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In my opinion, maximum-lash "oomph" can be achieved with Mary Kay first-rate mascaras that accent without appearing harsh. They apply very easily and add volume and length. The new ULTIMATE Mascara is to die for! It is long wearing and has proven to be smudge-proof and water-resistant. It builds, separates and lengthens lashes, leaving a soft, natural look and feel. I love the brush. It surrounds the lashes from base to tip, lifting and curling lashes for an easy application that resists clumping and flaking. It's easy to remove smudge-resistant formula separates and darkens lashes, making them appear fuller and thicker. This produces stunning and dramatic results! And, this mascara has been very safe for my sensitive eyes! Try MINKING... Use black mascara, then brush the tips with BROWN/BLACK. What a great result making my lashes plump even more, and look LONGER!! Finally, as soon as the weather turns warmer, I refurbish my supply of Mary Kay Waterproof Mascara. It stands up to swimming, exercise, and perspiration longer than I do without touch-ups. I would be remiss without one last tidbit: NEVER! share mascara with anyone else. Keep the applicator sanitary. Replace your mascara every 3rd month, as eyes are quite vulnerable to the bacteria carried via makeup. Your eyes will thank you! This is often the product of choice for professional makeup artists!
M a s c a r a A p p l i c a t i o n : Brush on lower lashes first, lightly brushing the tip back and forth across the lashes.
Then brush on upper lashes. For longer, thicker-looking lashes, reapply one or two additional coats. You control silky & supple coverage by layering several coats. Let mascara dry between coats. Traditionally, black mascara lengthens and brown/black thickens the appearance of your lashes. After opening, mascara should be replaced every three months to promote optimum product performance and to help ensure mascara is free of harmful bacteria. |
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A: This season, luminous shadow colors mimic those of the blossoms on the trees and bushes. Take advantage of these bright, fresh hues for a look that's feminine, soft, and sexy. "Pretty" has returned in full splendor! To add staying power to your shadow, I love beginning with the dependable base of Mary Kay Eye-sicles. A cream to powder eye shadow. This provides a waterproof, creme-to-powder formula that blends smoothly and evenly to provide a long-lasting, soft, matte finish which resists smudging and fading. Apply over entire lid to browbone. Tones of violet are wildly popular, as they flatter almost everyone. Try this: Sweep a sheer lilac hue from lashes to browbone. To add definition, apply a more vivid tone from the center of your lid to the end. Finally, contour with a smoky shade in the crease of your eyelid, brushing slightly upward and outward. Combine unique, eclectic tones to achieve stunning effects. A p p l i c a t i o n
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Muted liner is essential: With a soft pencil or your deepest shadow and an angled brush, edge the color along your upper and lower lash lines. An artist's secret: Dab a bit of a glowing vanilla or light pink shadow in the middle of your lids, directly above your pupil, and on your browbone - eyes will appear "wide awake," even if you're not. Next, crimp lashes with a curler and follow with mascara. Your brows frame your face: Use a natural shade to gently fill in sparse areas. Brush brows slightly upward and outward to "open up" the eye area. Finally, don't forget that a great makeup application comes from great brushes. Although these may be an added cost, they're definitely worth the investment. Ask your consultant about the Mary Kay great brush set! 
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Q. How do you get rid or hide dark circles under eyes?  How do you choose the right undereye concealer to cover dark circles? |
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A: There have been huge strides in prevention and coverage of dark circles. But first, you need to address the cause of your circles. You may have very thin skin and inherited this trait. However, too much sodium, stress, fatigue, allergies, heavy eye creams, fluid retention, and alcohol all contribute to the problem. Old but pertinent advice: Eat well, drink as much water as you can possibly imbibe, get enough sleep, and ensure your body is receiving the abundance of vitamins and minerals required to keep you beautiful! Now with all that said... Use concealer? Remember: Beige usually works best on dark circles. I love the Mary Kay concealer. It is lightweight, creamy and OH what coverage!! It surpasses any concealer I've ever tried; it slips on like satin, completely covering circles and anything else you care to disguise. Always apply any eye product by gently patting on, using your ring finger, as it exerts the least pressure. For expert application, use a brush. Back to Index. |
| Q. Within the past year I've noticed bags/sagging under my eyes. Also, I frequently wake up with tired, itchy, puffy eyes. What can I do to help these problems?  |
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First, start with Mary Kay Indulge Soothing Eye Gel. Be sure to drink lots of water, and do not pull or tug on the delicate eye tissue. The firming eye gel cools, tightens and firms this delicate skin. You can revive a tired-looking appearance with this cool, soothing gel. It has botanical extracts to help reduce the appearance of puffiness and moisturizes to improve skin's elasticity and firmness. It can be used as a mask or a leave-on product. It should be used around the eye bone, as with the cream. you should definitely add eye creams to your routine. An eye cream will moisturize the skin surface and "plump" the skin. This will help the "baggy areas" you mentioned. You should use this at night following your cleansing routine. The eye cream should be dotted on the bone around the eye, and gently patted in. The eye will absorb what it needs and the cream will help prevent dry, tired-looking eyes. As we age the eye area becomes dull and makes us look tired. It will also help prevent fine lines from forming. I love the Mary Kay Age Fighting Eye Cream. It is a rich eye cream, containing Panthenol, helps condition and smooth and keeps the delicate skin in the eye area looking firmer. It also helps maintain skin's moisture. It minimizes the appearance of fine lines. The newest eye cream is the TimeWise® Eye Firming Cream. OH MY!! This product is amazing. I had visible results within 2 weeks! The new TW Eye Firming Cream firms, brightens and moisturizes. You will get the younger-looking eyes you want with TimeWise® Firming Eye Cream. It's one product with multiple benefits, for beautiful eyes. Customers have experienced results like these: 96% saw an improvement in the overall appearance of the skin around the eyes. 100% had a visible reduction in roughness/dryness around the eyes. Up to 25% had firmer skin around the eyes. Up to 40% realized a reduction of dark circles under the eyes. Up to 75% saw improved silkiness of the skin around the eyes. This type of care is cumulative in nature, so the longer you use it the more you will notice a difference. Back to Index. |
  Questions about Eye Creams have been pouring in lately, like..... 
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Q: What's the best eye solution for smoothing fine lines under and around the eye area? Q: I'm 18 and have wrinkles under my eyes. How do I get rid of them? Q: I am 28 years old and I'm starting to get fine lines around my eye area. My regular eye cream and concealer don't seem to help anymore. Is there anything else I can do? A: The eye area is one of first places on your face to show stress, aging, fatigue - all of the things you'd rather not reveal! The effects come in the form of puffiness, dark circles, fine lines, and crow's feet (those charming lines and creases in the outer corners). Is there anything we can do? Before we attempt to treat any damage that's already there, it's important to make a commitment to reducing the chance of new damage. This means protection from the sun, and it needs to be a year-round part of your regular skin care. Whether in an eye cream or a regular moisturizer, choose at least an SPF 15 product with a broad spectrum protection sunscreen ingredient. Apply it every day as your final skin care step before your makeup to help prevent lines and wrinkles from sun damage. Now that you are on the right track to protecting your skin, what can you use for the fine lines you have now? A moisturizing eye cream can trap water in your skin can plump up the lines, so they look less pronounced. To reduce puffiness, your best bet is to treat the affected area with a soothing lightweight eye gel. I would also recommend drinking plenty of fluids, and getting enough rest (easier said than done, I know). You know what kind of product you need, now comes the fun part - shopping! Here are a few of my personal favorites to consider: I vote for the Mary Kay Age Fighting Eye Cream . It moisturizes the eye area, and absorbs quickly and completely without feeling greasy or heavy. If ever an eye treatment could pass for a slice of real comfort, I would have to say Mary Kay Indulge Soothing Eye Gel could! This feels heavenly after a long day, or while soaking in the tub. Keep it in the fridge for the ultimate cooling sensation. These products successfully combine the benefits of moisturizing and smoothing properties of creams. The texture is very silky. I saved my advice about dark circles for last because they are the trickiest concern of all. Being sure to get plenty of sleep and the proper nutrition will help. It really works!!! Also a good weapon is a concealer and careful application to hide the shadows. Apply it with a small brush and gently tap it into the skin with your finger (don't rub). Back to Index. |
Q. With winter almost here, I tend to get very dry skin.  What is the most moisturizing body wash that you have encountered? |
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Using the right cleanser for your body is a good first step, but there are a couple of other things you can do to help with winter dryness. Here are a few ideas: Back to Index. |
Q. Is there any way to prevent breakouts due to your period? 
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As if your period isn't painful enough, we have to add some hormonal acne into the mix! I can definitely empathize. Here are a few tips and products to try. If you know your cycle, one week before you expect your period, start using an acne wash and/or a medicated cream like Mary Kay's Acne Treatment Gel on the areas of your face that typically breakout during your period. For most women it's the chin or jawline. This product is gentle and will not irritate your skin and make an inevitable pimples worse. If you don't know your cycle, preventing breakouts at that time can be more challenging. You can still use the products I mentioned, but you'd have to start at the first sign of a pimple in the problem area. The most valuable advice I give is be gentle with your skin. Treat the affected areas gently and wait for the breakout to lear. Don't pick, squeeze, poke, or otherwise manipulate the kin or the pimples unless you want scars and red blotches. As hard as it is, use makeup lightly on the affected areas - makeup piled onto pimples, even expertly applied, ends up looking worse and more obvious than nothing at all. Good luck! Back to Index. |
Q. How much  blush should I  wear, and what is the best way to apply it?
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How much blush you wear and where you apply it depends on the look you are going for and the shape of your face. Rosy cheeks are very in right now, so I say go for some color. Pretty much everyone can wear pinks, at least on the apples of cheeks. I usually will apply either a bronzer, such as Mary Kay's Bronzing Beads, or a gold slightly sparkly eyeshadow like Gold Leaf! I fade and sweep it back along and a bit underneath the cheekbones. Secondly, I usually take a great pink and place it right on top of the apples of the cheeks. Just make sure to blend so there is no line from one color to the next. You can add more to build more color. A great blush brush also helps in placement of powder blush, so invest in a great brush. Ask your consultant for the Mary Kay excellent brush set!
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Q.  I'm interested in buying a bronzer for my face to give it a little glow. I don't want anything too dark, and I'd prefer powder since my skin is oily. What kind of bronzer would you recommend? Also, how and where do you apply it? 
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Bronzers are so great for summer and adding a bit of color. My favorite one is MaryKay's Bronzing Beads. It offers a very healthy sun kissed look. The best places to apply bronzer are on the cheekbones swept back into the hairline, the temples, nose, chin, and don't forget the neck. I always love to add a bit of blush on the apples of cheeks and blend it into the bronzer to give a really healthy glow. Good luck and have fun! Back to Index. |
Q. My skin gets dry patches after I wash it but also becomes oily throughout the day. I'm afraid to put too much moisturizer on because I think it makes my skin more oily. How can I get rid of the dry spots without clogging my pores and becoming oily?
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It sounds to me like you need a skincare routine overhaul. If your skin is dried out and flaky after you wash, your cleanser is probably too drying. Try using a gentler bath gel. I love the Mary Kay Spa products. The fragrances are great. Once you stop drying out your skin with the wrong cleanser, you'll start having fewer dry patches and flakiness. As far as a moisturizer, look for something lightweight. The Mary Kay Spa Products come with lotions to match. They are great and do not contain alcohol, which can be drying. The Visibly Fit Body Lotion might just be a perfert item for you also! If you feel like you need oil control, try oil blotting papers. I like Mary Kay Beauty Blotters. They look like thin tissues in an envelope. They are great to reduce shine, they don't dry your skin and they don't add extra makeup to your face. Back to Index. |
Q. I have rosacea and I need a  foundation (oil free) to take away the redness. Any suggestions?
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If your rosacea isn't severe, I would recommend using Mary Kay concealer and a Mary Kay foundation. Perhaps a yellow undertone will help you and cancel out the redness to give you a natural look. Check with your consultant for the shade that compliments your skin tone. The Mary Kay foundations are wonderful. If your condition is severe, be sure to contact your physician. Good luck and let me know. Back to Index. |
Q. Get real relief from dry hands and brittle nails with my easy tips. 
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The key is constant protection from the elements. For starters always protect your hands with rubber gloves when cleaning, working with chemicals, or washing dishes, and wear regular wool or cotton gloves or mittens when you are outside in the cold. The best remedy for dry hands and nails I've found is hand cream. Apply Mary Kay Extra Emollient Night cream to your hands and nails every chance you get, working it into the nail bed and cuticles, especially at night. Your hands and nails need moisture to stay healthy and supple. Even the most popular nail polish-style treatments don't work as well. I love Mary Kay's Satin HANDS! It is a great product. You may also use it for the body, heels and elbows. I like to slather it on and work it into my nails. It is GREAT for your feet at night! Makes them baby soft all year long! Smells great also. To keep your nails looking their best, trim or file any rough edges, always file in one direction (not back and forth), and please, don't use them as a tool. You can also put a small amount of an emolient night cream on your cuticles at night. Follow these easy tips and you'll have healthier looking nails in no time. Back to Index. |
 Q. Can you tell me step-by-step how to apply eyeshadow? Like what shade (light or dark) would go on the eyelid, etc. 
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With so many colors to choose from, and so many different philosophies about makeup these days, there really aren't any hard and fast rules for how your eye shadow should look. It is handy to have some pointers, though, so here are a few looks to try. Remember, above all, makeup should be fun! For what I would consider a "traditional" eye makeup look, you would apply a base shadow like a light beige or light tan color to the eye lid all the way up to the browbone. Apply a medium shade, like a light plum, gray, taupe or brown to the crease, extending slightly to the outside corner of the eye like a "V". Use either a dark neutral shadow, like gray or brown, or an eye liner pencil in a neutral shade to line your eyes. Apply a coat or two of mascara and you are done. Now, there are quite a few variations on this look, like:
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Your skin, like you, needs to "breathe." Sleep is when our minds and bodies are rejuvenated. Hair and nails grow more quickly during these hours than at any other time of the day. Your skin needs to be free of products which will simply block your pores and inevitably cause breakouts. Consider this: If a
patch to help stop smoking can be absorbed through your skin, then so can your makeup! Moreover, it is before bed when you should give special attention to thoroughly cleansing your skin from the day's grime and oil build-up and use products which will leave you with a soft, firm, wrinkle-free, luminous complexion in the morning. After cleansing and toning, choose a skin care regimen (or assorted products) which works for you and stay with it. Read the ingredients; items with alpha-hydroxy components (vegetable and fruit acids) will help your own skin to renew itself, ridding itself of dead cells. Thus, you won't awake with clogged pores and troubled skin, but a wide-awake, ready-to-paint "canvas" for the next day. Back to Index. |
| Q. Questions about concealers have been very popular lately. Here are just a few from some perplexed readers... 
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What kind of concealer covers up acne the best? Q: Where can I get a good concealer and how do I apply it? I always seem to get really orange toned concealers that make my skin look spotted. Q: I have tried many under eye concealers and cannot find one that hides the dark circles. Which product(s) do you recommend? I am 42 years old and have had these circles all my life. A: A good concealer in a shade that matches your skintone can really help with dark circles, red areas or veins, blemishes, freckles, or anything else you want to cover. I recommend Mary Kay's Concealer. It is the best I have used! For blemishes, dark undereye circles, spider veins, small freckles, and everything else you want to hide, you want a formula with a smooth finish that doesn't look cakey or thick. It works the best because of it's staying power. Apply the concealer with a small, clean makeup brush, dabbing a small amount of concealer on the blemish until it is covered. Use a very gentle touch, and do not rub or over-blend. Once it is covered, apply a thin layer of loose powder over the concealer to "lock" it in. As with blemishes, the harder the spot is to cover, the more precise and gentle you'll want to be with your application. For severe undereye circles (dark blue or purple), apply the concealer only to the very dark areas, and blend gently with a few finger taps. For small red spots, veins, and such, I like applying it with a small makeup brush. Ask your consultant which concealer color is best for your skin type. Back to Index. |
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You are a fortunate woman; great bodies are nice, good skin is a blessing, but gorgeous eyes are unforgettable. So how do you enhance yours? Since you didn't specify your eye color, there are a few rules of thumb. Makeup artists have been quoted as saying that you don't want to "fight" your own eye color or draw attention to your shadow - you want to pull attention to your own shade. Thus, lilac, lavender, and hues of brown (such as camel and taupe) will make blue eyes appear more blue rather than a blue in the same shade as your pupils. Green or hazel eyes follow the principle of "complimentary colors": pinks, deep mauves, lavenders, rich plums, and eggplant shades will cause the green or hazel to appear more vibrant. Brown eyes are the easiest to complement; any color lighter or darker than your own brown will attract attention to your brown, even tints of brown itself. For standout brown eyes, choose shades in blue, steel blue/gray, plum, and eggplant. Always begin with a shadow base to hold your color and prevent creasing. I think Eyesicles are great! For days when you have little time to apply color, smooth a neutral shade from lashes to browbone (try Taupe). This is the season of vivid colors and glitz, so say the fashion magazines. To add some "oomph," play to your heart's content. Here are some of my favorites. Try a softly shimmering beige as a base and then use a good brush to add a gorgeous hue of deep brown or rust. I gravitate brushes; ask your consultant about a great brush set. The precision and control they furnish are great. Next, apply a very deep brown in the crease, slightly upward and outward. This "lifts" the eye. For a touch more definition, add glimmering shades of pink, beige, peach, and lavender -- and dab a bit in the center of your lid. There are fascinating holographic colors to add a bit of luster, as well as matte shades and an unprecedented color. I absolutely love, an intense deep color which effortlessly functions as an eyeliner as well as a shadow. For a totally different look, try a pinksih color over your entire lid. Experiment by combining different colors of shadows. The key is to blend so well that attention is still drawn to your eye, not your eye makeup. Accent with a hint of a sparkling pink, lavender, or blue in the middle of your lid, and watch how your eye opens. I like many brands of shadows, but I find that Mary Kay's eye shadow is especially soft, blendable, and really stays put the whole day. Most often, I work with some of my deepest eye shadow as a liner, using a brush with tiny bristles for a fine or slightly smudged look. Other times I use the eye lining pencil, then brush dark shadow over it to blend it in. It is important to remember that liner is meant to frame the eyes. In order to achieve a subtle effect, line as closely to your lashes as possible to give the illusion of thicker lashes. A sponge is also helpful to soften and smudge, as well as correct any mistakes. Start directly above the pupil and line to the outside corner to widden the look of the eye. For mascara, Mary Kay Endless Performance separates, defines, lengthens. It seems to adds body and length. For a situation when you know you'll be wearing makeup for many hours, be exposed to the elements, or view a sad movie, nothing beats Mary Kay's Endless Performance Mascara. The only item more important than mascara for me is an EYE LASH CURLER. If you're not favored with long, spiral lashes, I suggest using one. It goes a long way toward creating the sought-after "come-hither" look. This is the "year of the brow." Not bushy, as a teenage Brooke Shields in Endless Love, but more sophisticated and manicured. I recall a friend telling me long ago that "women should keep the shade they were born with; natural colors are best." My friend's advice was correct. Use a pencil in the same shade as your brows, utilizing tiny, short strokes to fill in any sparse areas. If I want to truly give my small eyes a more "wide awake" appearance, I brush upward, and the difference is amazing. Back to Index. |
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