Hello, call me Abby =] I'm eighteen and a senior in high school this year. I've always had great advice, I'm just not so great at following it =P Feel free to ask me anything, I'll do my best to give you an answer.
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http://www.celebritybeautybuzz.com/index.php/2008/04/how-to-get-miley-cyrus-curls-american-idol
idk how to do it! It looks so pretty and it's not a curling iron because it's curls aren't rounded haha thank you sooooooooo much!
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Use the instructions on the website. If your hair is long like mileys, the curls will loosen up and look more like waves. After you curl your hair shake it out and give it at least an hour for it to 'fall' and get looser.
You could also wrap your hair around the iron but don't use the clamp; this makes loose curls/waves.
Miley's hair looks like it naturally has some curl to it, so maybe you could try scrunching it with mousse after a shower.
Good luck,
-Abby
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Can you get STD's from kissing? (link)
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You can get what's known as oral herpes through kissing, which shows itself as a cold sore. Don't kiss anyone who has a cut in their mouth or on their lips, or has any sores. Other than that it's hard to protect yourself.
Good luck,
-Abby
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18/f and hes 19/m
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so ive been talking to this guy alot, and he always calls me gorgeous, cutie or bub.
and the thing is....i cannot seem to think of a cute nickname for him! any help would be appreiciated... i call him lovely but its kinda girly ahahaa. (link)
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I wouldn't come up with any nicknames until you guys are official.
For one, it might scare him off that you have a certain nickname for him already.
And secondly, gorgeous, cutie, and bub are generic names that he could call any girl. You don't know that he doesn't say that to every girl he thinks is pretty. You would be surprised by how many guys are smooth talkers.
Good luck,
-Abby
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I need something to help me get my butt in shape,bigger,sexier and firmer. Heard about getabiggerbutt.com but all that is an ebook and I have heard it's a real bigtime scamtoo. I heard about Glutimax and LuvMyButt. Nothing bad about them. Anyone have any suggestions and experience with the above products? (link)
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Don't fall for any e-books or crazy products. There is nothing you can eat, no pills or anything that will increase your butt size. What I suggest is doing work outs that will tone and lift your butt. Or there are cosmetic procedures that will enchance your butt, but at a hefty price. There is also underwear that has padding for your butt.
Don't waste your money and work with what nature gave you.
http://www.articlesbase.com/health-articles/3-hot-strategies-to-build-a-bigger-rounder-butt-557201.html
http://www.fox6now.com/home/health/witi-butt-boosting-workout-from-lisa-welko-20110114,0,2804272.story
Good luck,
-Abby
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I'm trying to settle an argument with a friend.
He claimed a friend of his got a boob job in junior high. I called him an idiot for believing that.
Anyway, who's right? What plastic surgeon would agree to perform a boob job on a 13-year-old, even if she had parental consent, knowing that her body is still growing? (link)
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Doctors won't perform a breat augmentation on such a young girl, especially since she hasn't reached the height of puberty and growth.
However, you do have those rare cases. Doctors have become more leniant and will operate on girls as young as sixteen, and then you have the bad doctors and people who will do surgery without a license.
Odds are that your friend is mistaken, I'm almost positive of it. It might seem like someone got a boob job when they go on summer vacation and come back pretty developed, but thats the wonder of puberty!
Good luck,
-Abby
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I am 27, female and live in the San Francisco Bay Area. A year ago I worked at a stable job and moved my Mom and sisters in with me because my mom was unhappy in her marriage, and I was concerned for the psychological, emotional and spiritual effects that environment was having on my two younger sisters (both minor teens). About a month living together, I was laid off. Since that time I have been on unemployment, struggling to make ends meet. Fortunately, I was able to. Now the lease is up in a month or two and my unemployment is also expiring as well. I will not be able to continue to care for them, and when I have told my Mom this, she just gave me the cold shoulder, refuses to talk to me and gives this tantrum. It is not only very frustrating, but it makes things more harder on me to have to deal with everything. She told my older brother that I was abandoning her, which is completely untrue. She also blames my significant other (my girlfriend) for me “wanting to abandon them,” and it just creates more issues. I told my Mom that I would have to move in to my gf’s place because I will not have a means to support myself. I feel limited and can’t talk to my sisters, because they are too young and do not want them to get involved in this, and do not want to talk to my gf about this because she knows my mom blames her, and I already feel bad about that. My family, except my sisters, blame me for “abandoning them” and see me as selfish and inconsiderate. This makes me feel outraged, frustrated and quite resentful after the generosity I have shown to my mom, when this was not my responsibility in the first place. Granted, she is still not divorced, and I suggested she stop teeter-totting between me and her husband and she needs to figure out what they are going to do.
Basically, what I want to know is what do I do here? I am torn between feeling very guilty for not being able to care for them and doing more, and feeling very resentful towards my mom for not being more understanding and making things easier for me. I just want to live my life, but my Mom makes me feel guilty when I try to…. Please help!!
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What you are experiencing is very rough and unfortunately a harsh reality for many people in this economy. What you have to realize is it is not your fault, and you are doing what is best for you.
You can't be held responsible for your mother and two sisters. You are young and don't have a stable job, it isn't fair to make you the provider and supporter. Explain to your mother that you are not abandoning her, but you do not have the means to care for the whole family let alone yourself. She needs to see you don't have a choice.
Don't let her make you feel guilty. There isn't anything you can do in this situation. If the money was there you know you would help, but you need to get back on your feet first.
Try talking to your mom calmly and not in a tense setting. Explain your financial situation as she can understand it, and tell her how guilty you feel that you can't help and how you wish you could.
If any feelings of resentment are still there, it isn't your fault. Once you all move forward from this hard time, you can begin to mend your relationships. Until then, stay strong and keep your head up.
Good Luck,
-Abby
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ok so lol i am a college student. i go to community college and well there;s this boy, lets call him B. B and i met when he worked at this smoothie shop. i saw him at school a few weeks later, and i said oh hey i didn't know you go here and he was with his friend and he just looked at me and said haha obviously i go here hat's why i am standing here and he started calling me names like stupid and his friend was laughing and making fun of me too. well i saw him at the smoothie shop and i was like for your information i didn't know you go to hcc, and i said something else and he just smiled. well apparently the manager toldm e he fired him. so the other day i walk in class and then C walks in and i was like oh my god. and he kept staring at me. and smiling like he thought something was funny. i turned around and said what? stop looking at me. i don;t like him at all. i know i shouldn't have said anything because i embarrassed myself, since the girl that sits next to me was like what? and i apologized and told her i was talking to C. so yeah now im stuck with him and he's such a jerkhead. ugh i can't stand him. what should i do? (link)
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To me it just sounds like he's another one of those cocky guys who might tease or mess with other people for enjoyment.
I would simply ignore him. Don't let him know he's getting to you. Mind your own business and if he tries to interact with you verbally, just keep the conversation short and act like you don't care. Don't have an attitude or anything, just act like you are chill and go with the flow.
If he smiles at you in the hallway just smile back and keep on your way.
I'm sure this will blow over soon and he'll find someone else to talk to.
Good luck,
-Abby
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Hello my husband is in Afghanistan and this is going to be our first valentines day apart. I'm clueless on what i should send him for valentines day. I want to send him something cute and a gift but he's very picky and only really likes certain things. I know im going to send him a card with my perfume on it, a box of chocolates but i think there should be something more but i have no idea what. Any suggestions? Thanks (link)
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First off, I'd like to thank your husband for his service to our country. I'm sure it is difficult to be apart and I'm glad you are thinking of him and want to make his Valentine's Day special:)
Perhaps you could send him his favorite things, like foods, magazines, or movies, that he can't get in Afghanistan. That shows you know him well.
You could also get him gifts that are cute but entertaining.
I really like this puzzle idea! It's fun and you can personalize it with your message. That website also has a version of monopoly you can personalize to make it romantic, or a rubix cube with your picture on it. This will give him something fun to do and make him think about you.
http://www.gifts.com/search/product/Personalized-Heart-Shaped-Puzzle-I-Love-You-Message?ideaID=6972&prodID=307506
I like the idea of getting him something soft and cuddly on Valentine's Day, even if he might be a macho solider type :P At Build-A-Bear you can make a bear and dress it in any type of military uniform, and even record a message that he can hear. This way he can hear your voice whenever he wants.
You could get him one of the calendars where you rip off each page to reveal the next day, and place a message on each of the days. Maybe a little story, or an 'I miss you', or a compliment. He can count down the days with you in mind.
You could write a little story, describing your first date or a 'fairy tale' inspired by your marriage. Include pictures and little jokes to make it funny. You two can day dream together about your memories even though you are miles apart.
Lastly, I would load it up with lots of fun candy, confetti, and decorations. You want it to feel like you've brought the party to him. It might seem a little overboard, but the more special the better in my opinion!
What he will love the best is a heartfelt card, which you've already thought of.
I hope you have a good holiday and get to see your husband soon. Best of luck!
-Abby
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hi im a 17f i was selected to be a model and john casablancas is going to represent me. The only problem is that i have to pay $2040. Something doesn't feel right. Does any one know about john casablancas? Or why am i paying this much money. And also is there another modeling agency that won't charge me to represent me? (link)
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I've heard about John Casablanca's, and I've heard some good and some bad things.
I've heard that they make you take classes, which some people found were worth it and helped improved their skills and confidence.
On the negative side, I heard they don't guarantee to get you any jobs and some people feel ripped off.
When you come across these agencies that pick up girls at the mall or other public places, a lot of the time it's a scam. In this case, it isn't necessarily a scam, but it isn't the traditional agencies your favorite celebrities have been selected by. Anyone who charges an arm and a leg to 'represent' you has ulterior motives to make money from you.
The top modeling agencies don't charge you nor do they require you take classes (though some agents may make suggestions that will better your career, such as speech classes for actors or a new hairstyle for a model). Generally you have to audition for them, though in some cases an agent will spot a potential model and give her their card.
You could work with John Casablanca's, but realize that there is no guarantee you will earn your money back. And also read the fine print; these agencies will take a certain percentage out of anything you may earn from a job. Be very careful in this industry.
Good luck,
-Abby
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Any one who can help me I'd gladly appreciate anything....Ok so I really need some help. I'm just gonna tell you it really simple:
Me and my best friend were going to give my other friend a christmas present because she was going to give us her $70 purses. She wanted makeup at Victoria's secret from me. (She wanted the whole makeup set...REMEMBER THAT) Because me and my best friend have all the make up there and its really good.
But my best friend didn't get her paycheck yet so she was gonna wait till after christmas to give it to her. After work me, my best friend, and HER went to victoria's secret to get her the makeup, because we all hung out at the mall that one day. We get there and there's no more of makeup of what she wanted. She was really pissed and I didn't know what to do because I thought she just wanted the makeup not the whole set it's 30 dollars and I don't make a lot of money. So I offer to buy her 3 things of makeup there like lipstick, blush or mascara. And she refuses and gets pissed off AT ME and walks away. I kept asking her and she wouldn't even talk to me. It's been a week and a half and she ignored me the whole car ride. She talked to my best friend the whole time.
Then yesterday....I found out my best friend was hanging out with her at mcDonalds and my best friend was gonna sleepover at her house without me. I didn't care but I was kind of mad. The whole time we hung out she was talking and laughing with my best friend. I got really jealous. I was so angry and she didn't even talk to me. My best friend gave me attention but I felt left out. I already talked about this for like 5 hours with my best friend and were thinking about leaving this girl. She also said to my best friend... who would you pick me or her? And my best friend said both. Also she's forcing my best friend to buy her a pair of jeans that cost $80.
It's really bad. I blocked her on Facebook because that's what everyone thought I should do. Should I be friends with her? She's always been there for me. I've always helped her out with paying for her food and giving her rides. People think she's using me. But my best friend would never leave and take her side because we are THAT close. What should I do? (link)
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No good friend would force you to buy her something. That is ridiculous! It sounds like you guys are young, so she can't expect you to be rich and be able to buy her something. Secondly, gifts are not mandatory, they are supposed to be something thoughtful to show that you care. Forcing you to buy her something is not a good example of that.
And you said she is just 'giving' you her $70 purses? Meaning she didn't buy them for you? That isn't a gift either.
If I was you, I would talk to this girl and tell her that she is acting immature and selfish. Tell her you don't owe her anything, and that you don't want to be friends with someone who has a hissy fit when they don't get what they want.
Honestly, this girl sounds like one of the 'friends' that is more trouble then they are worth. I've dropped a friend like this and my life is less stressful because of it.
Good Luck,
-Abby
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Ok so I was at work and I was texting my friend. We were supposed to hang out after work. And right before my shift she's like can you give me a ride home I don't live that far. I said I can't. (because I'm saving up for money on a new car that I HAVE to buy). And she's like why not. I'm like because I can't drive a lot only the places I have to go to if you want a ride home you need to give me at least 5 dollers on gas. She said "No your a cheap girl your my friend you should give me a ride home" and I got really hurt by that I said fine we won't hang out. And she still wanted to hang out with me. I didnt want to since she called me a cheap girl. But I dont give free rides. Gas is really expensive. So we didn't hang out. Then she texts me and acts like nothing happened. Do you think shes using me? Do you thnk I should not be friends with her? I'm not a cheap girl , and I dont deserve to be treated like that. My best friend always pays me for gas money because I take her everywhere.
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I think you should look at this from both sides.
First, from your side.
I think it was rude of her to call you cheap and try to force you into giving her a ride home. Gas is expensive and it is good that you want to save money.
However, considering she was only asking for a ride once, I don't think she was using you. She wanted to hang out and had a hard time finding a ride home. Remember how annoying it was to need a ride everywhere before you started to drive. The fact that she wanted to hang out even after you said no to giving her a ride tells me she wasn't using you. If you were my friend and wouldn't give me a ride home just once, I would probably think you were cheap too.
By not bringing it up again, I think she's moved on from the situation and you should too. Don't ruin a friendship over one little argument.
Good Luck,
-Abby
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I have fairly pale skin. It's not porcelain, but kind of pinkish. My eyes are blue and my hair's blond and super long.
I'm very tall and of average weight (leaning towards skinny). I don't know what my body type is, but my torso is very skinny (around 30 inches), by breasts are small, and my hips are wide (~38 in).
What clothes should I stay away from? What type of clothing would compliment my body? When it comes to makeup and clothing, which colors work well with my skin/hair/eyes and which don't? (link)
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You have a complexion many would die for, so deffinitely learn how to emphasize that :)
Golds and browns really make blue eyes pop. They even have make up palettes specifically for eye colors at the drug store (Almay, covergirl) so you can check those out. Smokey eyes are gorgeous and easy to do. Add black eye liner and great dark mascara, and your eyes will instantly be sexier and the highlight of your face.
Choose warm colors like bronze, plum, sage green etc. and put those on the outer corner and crease of your eye. Always put a 'highlight' color on the inner corner of your eye near the tear duct, this makes your eyes look brighter and more awake. You can use a light pink or white for this.
Bronzer brightens any face, so I always add it. I have pale skin too, so I use this bronzer:
http://www.eyeslipsface.com/studio/face/bronzers/bronzers (in the color golden)
You can use it ALL over your face to add a glow without looking like Snooki.
It sounds like you would look radiant with a peach color blush, to achieve the classic peaches and cream complexion.
http://irenekimmakeup.blogspot.com/2010/04/everythings-just-peachy-peach-blushes.html
In my mind, you might look like Taylor Swift, who has blue eyes, blonde hair, and is tall and thin. You could channel her with your hair and clothing, because she is always on the top of the best dressed lists.
Her waves are her trademark, so try re-creating them. You can use hot rollers, a waver, or just a curling iron. (wraping your hair around the barrel of a curling iron instead of under the clamp gives great loose waves) Putting some product in there like mouse or hair wax will add texture.
It's hard to recomend clothing for you since I don't know your style, but there are some tips I can give.
If you have wide hips, then attract attention to your shoulders to balance your figure. Shirts with puffy/cap sleeves do this, or basically anything that gives volume up top. Stay away from shirts that hit you right at your hips, that just emphasizes them.
If you wear something flowy, use a belt around the smallest part of your waist. This will show how tiny you are and give you a great shape.
If you're tall, show off your long legs in skinny jeans or shorter dresses.
Try checking this out if you want to pick out clothing by color:
http://www.ehow.com/how_3249_choose-colors-flatter.html
I really wouldn't worry too much about the color of the clothing you pick out, the fit is really most important. I find that blondes look really good in pastel/tropical colors like pinks and turquoises, and they also look good in jewel tones and warm fall colors like plums, browns, and golds. Try on clothes in a variety of colors, you are bound to find one that brings out the best in your features and just makes you glow.
Sorry for the long speech, but I hope that helped!
Good Luck!
-Abby
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I am a 15 year old gurl and am still a virgian is that strange??????and how dose it feel when your cherry gets Pope's dose it hurt tickle? ????////// (link)
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The average age for a girl in the US to first have sex is 17. However, you cannot base when you should do it off of anyone else.
There is no "normal" or "abnormal". Having sex for the first time is a big step and you should do it with the person you are comfortable with, at a time you feel ready emotionally and physically, and just when it is right. There is no age limit for that.
By the way you asked this question, it makes me feel like you aren't mature enough or ready to have sex. There isn't anything wrong with that either. You are young and need time to learn about yourself before you start experiencing someone else.
Good luck,
-Abby
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i am 18 yeras old now and i am not allowed yet to have a boyfriend until i finish college. when i was 17 years old, i got a boyfriend even though my parents are against with it. i just tried whats the feeling of having a boyfriend and did not really loved a guy. Now, we are already separated.
I miss someone cares for me. I miss someone i can confide to when i have a problem. i miss someone that is always there for me. i miss someone protects me and every things that a good guy do to his girlfriend. i miss these things! i wonder why i feel that way. whats the problem with me? (link)
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Once you find someone who gives you that special attention, it's easy to get used to. There's nothing wrong for missing that feeling.
You are 18, meaning you are an adult. No one can stop you from having a boyfriend. Many people meet their future spouse in college, so not dating may make you miss out on an opportunity. You could try to discuss that with your parents or just date on your own. They don't have to know about your personal life.
Focus on doing your own thing and having fun. Being independent is an important quality to have. Someone special will come along in time, I promise!
Good luck,
-Abby
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My husband has been texting a co-worker of his and admitted to flirting with her. When I confronted him the first time he said he would stop. I found out he deletes all of her messages because I looked at the phone records. He was really upset when I confronted him the second time. This has been going on for over a year. I also just found out he has been receiving and texting porn to his friends. He's suddenly going to the gym and into his appearance. I have major self esteem issues right now and really need his support. I was diagnosed with leukemia and getting ready for a bone marrow transplant. I have lost my hair due to chemo. I realize I can't do much with my appearance right now because of the radiation and chemo. I do try to make my makeup look nice and wear pretty scarves to cover my head.I'm afraid to bring up the texting because each time I did in the past he got really upset because of the lack of trust. I know he won't cheat on me but I do worry about the emotional connection with this co-worker and this sudden interest in porn. He doesn't tell me I'm unattractive, he's only said I look okay and to not worry about it. My question is, should I confront my husband and if so how do I do that without upsetting him with the snooping? Is it okay for him to flirt with other women and send porn to his friends since it's not actually cheating? (link)
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Honey, you deserve better than this. You are going through an INCREDIBLY DIFFICULT experience, and your husband should do his best to make you feel comfortable, supported, and beautiful. He married you for better or worse, didn't he?
You need to sit him down and calmly tell him how you feel. Try not to sound accusatory because that will make him defensive. Just express your feelings. Tell him what you need from him right now, and how his actions make you feel insecure and upset.
For future reference, flirting with other women isn't so bad. It makes men feel sexy and wanted, which they may not get all the time in a marriage. I've read that it's good for his self-esteem to occasionally flirt. But that does not mean he should develop a flirty relationship on a regular basis. That has the chance to grow into something more, so I would say it is innapropiate to be texting his female co-worker, especially if he hides it from you. Discuss with him that if he wants to text her, it's only fair he doesn't delete the messages. If he has nothing to hide he shouldn't be afraid.
As for porn, theres a line between too much and alright. If it isn't an addiction, then I don't see anything wrong with it.
Open communication and support is what you and your husband need. If he really loves you he will offer it.
Good luck and Get better soon,
-Abby
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i'm 22 f and my bf is 24 we've been together for 4 months but were friends for 2 years before. resently conversations about the future have been coming up. he says that he would love to marry me and be with me always but wants to be together for longer before he makes that comitment. however when the subject of kids came up he was more excited. i want to have kids with him but i feel that this is more important to him then marriage. which doesn't fly in my books. i'm a little old fashioned that way. is this just me being crazy or should i really worry about it. (link)
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It's fun to talk about your future, isn't it? I'm sure your boyfriend is just excited at the prospect of children, which is a good quality in a husband. That doesn't mean he wants to have kids out of wedlock or before you are ready.
Enjoy your relationship the way it is now and let it develop. I've been with my boyfriend for 7 months and we've talked about marriage and the future (not really in a serious tone) but I still can't imagine it being a possibility, at least not for YEARS down the road. In these 7 months I've loved learning more about my boyfriend and becoming more open to him. The longer you are together the deeper your relationship can get, in ways you can't imagine right now. Don't rush anything. You have to be with your boyfriend through the good, the bad, the fights, the fun, everything before you can decide he's the one. It has to be an unconditional love, meaning you still feel that way for him even if you fight or he makes a mistake.
What I'm saying is, it's great that you are old fashioned and he wants to wait longer before making that commitment. Enjoy this time in your lives, because it may be that time you look back on when you two grow old together ;)
Good luck,
-Abby
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how does plastic surgery work? should there always be a scar left behind if you cut open a part of the body? (link)
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Plastic surgery is a general name for hundreds of procedures that can be done to the body to make it more aesthetically pleasing. All procedures are different. Some involve adding implants, like to the breasts, cheeks, chin or more. Others involve removing fat, like liposuction. Getting Botox injections is even considered plastic surgery, even though it is not really a 'surgery'. Scarring really depends on the procedure and how invasive it is. It also varies from person to person and how the wound is taken care of after the surgery.
-Abby
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I have been dating my boyfriend for awhile and we are really close to having sex so i just wanted to know about everyone elses experiences, (girls only of course).
Did your first time hurt? and what could i do differently to reduce the pain if it did?
Thanks
Kaaitlyn (link)
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My first time did hurt.
It makes sense, since nothing that large has been in your vagina before.
It hurt like a burning/almost tearing sensation. It helped that my boyfriend went slow and after a little bit the pain went away and I could enjoy the sex.
It hurts after the first time too. We aren't able to have sex that often (since we both live with our parents) so the more often you have sex the less it hurts and then you really start to enjoy it.
What might help reduce the pain is doing fingering or even using a vibrator/dildo if you are willing. You can use condoms with lubricant on it to make it a bit easier.
Other then that, there isn't much you can do. The pain is bearable and if you are close to your boyfriend, the sex will be enjoyable physically and emotionally and worth it.
Good luck and be safe,
-Abby
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17/f
so i have some hair just around/bellow my belly button and ive shaved it before but it came in thicker....so now im wondering what I should do so that you can't see it but i dont want to keep shaving for fear that it will just get worse? thanks! (link)
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There are drugstore products that let you bleach dark hair so its less noticeable, so thats an option.
Or you could try waxing (at home or at a salon) or using a product like Nair that 'melts' the hair off when you apply it for a few minutes.
Good luck,
-Abby
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Heyy
Ergh basically! Every brand/make of foundation i wear..DOESNT stay on my face. I dont know how.. i dont know why! Like i'll do my make up and i'll go to the mirror after 45 or so minutes,and its just disappeared, and my blusher! I dont know how it all just "wipes" off my itself. I even try putting powder over my foundation because that apparently helps to keep it lasting. But it doesnt! I would by a primer..but im 16 so i havent got alot of money..looking for a job! haha! But seriously, im sick of buying realllly expensive foundation when it comes off straight away, what do i do? Ive tried allll different brands of foundation! (link)
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I know what you mean, I never see my blush on my face by the end of the day or my bronzer sometimes.
First off, wash your face and apply a facial lotion.
A primer makes a HUGE difference. I know you don't want to spend a lot of money, but you don't have to use the expensive foundations when you use a good primer.
I use bareminerals primer, which is a tad on the expensive side. http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P182405&categoryId=B70
It makes make up go on smoother and last longer. Wal Mart has a cheaper version that has good reviews.
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Hard-Candy-Sheer-Envy-Cosmetic-Primer/12441151
I use a cream foundation, which I feel like stays on longer because its thicker then the average liquid foundation.
I find that setting it with a powder like you mentioned really helps it stay on longer and look more matte.
Using a cream blush and then putting a powder plush over it will make it last longer, and the same for bronzer.
You can set all of your make up with a translucent setting power. I got this travel size and it is plenty since you never need to use a lot.
http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P248526&categoryId=B70
There is also a product called a setting spray, which claims to 'seal' in your make up for the day. Here's an urban decay spray
http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P263504&categoryId=B70
and here's a much cheaper elf spray
http://www.eyeslipsface.com/studio/face/tools/makeup_mist_and_set
If all else fails, carry a little make up bag in your purse for touchups.
Good luck,
-Abby
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