| A:
Great question! Skin type is important when choosing
make-up or caring for your skin.
NORMAL SKIN doesn't
feel dry (tight or look flaky) or oily (looks
shiny). The pores are visible but aren't big and you
don't get many blemishes. Skin may become drier or
oilier due to the weather changes and seasonal
changes. It can also change as you age.
DRY SKIN feels dry
to the touch and pores aren't very noticeable. It
may even feel like it pulls a bit tight when you
make faces. Any skin type can be on the dry side if
you use harsh cleansers or drying type products such
as scrubs, masks, and acne treatments.
OILY SKIN feels oily
and looks shiny. If you blot your face with a
tissue, you might notice the oil goes onto the
tissue. The pores are usually big enough to be
visible. Oily skin may be more prone to acne.
COMBINATION SKIN is
usually normal with some dry and oily areas. Dryness
is usually on your cheeks, while oily skin is in the
T-zone (nose, chin and forehead). The majority of
women have combination skin.
SENSITIVE SKIN is
easily irritated. Any of the above skin types may
also be sensitive. Itching, burning and stinging are
common signs of sensitive skin. CoverGirl make-up is
especially good for sensitive skin, but read the
labels carefully and choose
"fragrance-free" and
"hypoallergenic" formulas. In general,
your skin is less sensitive to the compounds in a
powder than a liquid foundation because the
foundation sticks more closely to the skin, entering
the pores, while powder lies lightly on top.
Q: How
do I get more gel out of my CG Smoothers Eye Gel?
A: Even though the
Eye Gel pencils are soft, they can be sharpened. You
may want to pick up one of our sharpeners the next
time you're shopping.
Q: How
can I sharpen my eye pencil to a finer point?
A: Before sharpening
your pencil, put it in the freezer for a few
minutes. The cold temperature will harden the core
and allow you to sharpen the pencil.
Q: What's
with all the different mascara brush styles? What do
they do?
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The brush determines the final look. Brushes
with a lot of bristles close together
generally thicken lashes. Brushes with
bristles wide apart separate and lengthen
lashes. Multi-tiered bristles help separate
and thicken lashes. Fat brushes apply more
mascara onto lashes and are made to thicken
lashes in one stroke. Short bristles are best
for getting short lashes to look longer.
Curved brushes coat all lashes from corner to
corner in one stroke, reaching tiny corner
lashes.
Q: There
are so many versions of mascara, how do I pick
one?
A: Darkening only mascaras give you the
most natural look, with no heavy mascara
build-up. Thickening mascaras are made to
increase the diameter of each lash for the
most dramatic look. Lengthening mascaras
separate and make lashes look longer for a
classic look. Water-resistant mascaras
generally hold up under tears, but come off
during swimming. Waterproof mascaras stay put
during swimming, but a make-up remover is
recommended to remove it at the end of your
day.
Q: How
can I make my lipstick stay on longer?
A: Try using a
lip liner to define lips when you want lip
color to last an extra-long time. For
long-lasting lip color apply a light dusting
of powder before applying lipstick. Or, try
Outlast All-Day Lipcolor, in stay-true shades
that outlast even pizza.
Q: What
do I do for a really great manicure?
A: Use a
cotton ball to wipe away old polish with an
oil-based remover (which is less drying). Dry
nails should be filed in one direction from
each side. On shorter nails, try to round the
tips. Soak cuticles for five minutes and
gently push them back.
| Q:
I'm interested in becoming a model. How
does CoverGirl choose its models?
A: The
models appearing in our ads are selected
by our advertising agencies in New York
City. They work with modeling agencies
from around the world to select models
that fit the clean, fresh and natural
CoverGirl image. For additional
information about modeling, check out
your local library or surf the Internet.
Why not try sending a photo of yourself
to local modeling agencies listed in the
yellow pages? Also, many modeling
agencies have a designated day each week
or month, known as "open
calls," when they meet with
potential new models. Here are a few
tips when dealing with agencies:
- Check the agency's reputation with
the Better Business Bureau.
- Review all contracts/materials
carefully with a parent/guardian.
- Beware if an agency asks you to
hand over a large sum of cash for
things which may not be necessary,
like tuition for the agency's own
modeling school.
- Request references from the
agency.
Q: I'm
wearing a red dress to a holiday party.
How should I wear my make-up?
A: To
complement red best, don't
"fight" with it. Choose
neutral shades, including sparkles,
shimmers and flesh tones. For gorgeous
eyes, stick with beiges or greys,
silvers or golds, and play up your
lashes with Triple
Mascara.
Q: How
do I wear the right amount of make-up to
a school dance to make an impression on
the guy I like?
A: A
girl with a goal! If you don't often do
big-event make-up, it is possible to
overdo it, but we have a couple of
suggestions to keep your look natural.
First, choose a look that you are
comfortable with. The CoverGirl Personal
Style Quiz can give you a
personalized look based on your own
style. Another idea: before the big
night, have a get-ready party with
friends where you help each other to
look gorgeous by sharing tips and
shades. Experiment with a couple of
different looks before the big night. No
matter what, make sure the true you
shines through—more isn't always
better! |
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