Grooming, Makeup and Health
1.) Take care of your skin. Wash your face with a mild face soap that removes makeup, dirt and oil every morning, day, and night. You can give yourself a steam facial every week to get all your pimples and blackheads out, but don't overdo it. It can dry your skin and cause blemishes. Make sure your face is clean before putting on any type of cream. Try using an appropriate acne cream (like Clean & Clear Persa Gel 10, Maximum Strength or Benzene) that's dermatologist recommended. Almost all acne creams or gels will dry out your skin. That is why it is best to invest in a smoothing moisturizer too. Clinique Dramatically Different SPF 15 Moisturizer Gel, for example, is great for all skin types. If your skin doesn't have enough oil and is being dried out by creams, it will go into an oil frenzy and make you break out more. Clinique moisturizer will give your skin that special ingredient to make it not go into oil overload. You should put it on at night after you have put on your creams and in the morning after a shower. If you have bad breakouts, make it a point to see a dermatologist. They will recommend what’s best for your skin. Put on a moisturizer with sunscreen in it. Moisturize your body with a moisturizing body wash, and put lotion on your legs, knees, elbows, arms, and hands. If you do this, you will have moist soft skin all the time. In the shower you should wash with a scented bath gel and sponge.
2.) Wear makeup that makes you look polished. Lip gloss and mascara are perfect for everyday wear (but make sure you apply it smoothly. Clumping is not attractive). You can also wear cheek tints and eye shadow, if you want. Foundation
makes your skin look flawless, but watch out, too much can look fake. Concealer is good to cover up blemishes. Eyeliner makes your eyes pop. Use a makeup sponge to apply your makeup. It spreads the makeup evenly. Don't put makeup over your dry skin though, because it will make your skin look flaky. Wear a powder over that to make your skin look less shiny. Try neutral colors on the lid (browns and golds).
3.) Have good hygiene. Be clean and groom yourself every day. Make sure to use a comb to part your hair when it's wet, keep your nails dirt-free and always painted, brush your teeth and shower. Good smelling breath is a must! When washing your hair, use a shampoo that helps your hair become frizz-free and shiny (not oily, but shiny). When spraying perfume, use just enough. Excessive use of perfume is counterproductive and does not improve your hygiene, despite popular belief. Being clean is important; being grubby isn't girly and isn't ladylike.
4.) Take care of your nails as well. Nail polish is a big thing. Treat yourself to a pedicure/manicure once in a while, and make sure to keep from biting your nails, picking at them, etc. People notice your hands more than you think, and jagged nails don't look nice. Try to go to a nail salon to get your nails done. If you can't, just do it by yourself or with a family member. Older sisters and mums are often good at nail-painting. If this is your first time being a girly-girl-in-training, try not to use dark colors like black. Use girly colors like pink, purple, etc. Make sure your hands are soft too; invest in a good hand cream like Vaseline Intensive Care Healthy Hand & Nail Revitalizing Hand Lotion. It makes your nails stronger and hands softer. Nail polish can be extremely feminine and chic at the same time, and it comes in tons of different colors. Try and use a nail polish that matches your outfit.
5.) Look after your hair. Be careful, too much brushing causes flat and dull hair. A few strokes to get out your tangles and to style it will make your hair beautiful. You'll look like your hair is flowing when you walk. Do not use electronic hair machines like blow dryers and curling irons too often or they will dull your hair. Let your hair air-dry. Make sure you comb it with a wide toothed comb or a brush. Wash your hair every other day, depending on your hair type, and don't use too many hair products. It looks gross when your hair is all stiff and oozing with hairspray and mousse. If you have flat hair (meaning no volume), use a Volumizing spray. Spray it close to the roots and work your hands through your hair. If you have curly hair, using tons of hairspray and mousse will make your hair look dull. Do not pull your hair back (half up and half down) if you have curly hair and attack it with mousse and hairspray. It doesn't look good when you do that. It is not healthy to straighten your hair every day, so you will need to use a heat protectant. Apply the protectant while straightening or curling your dry hair. Start at the back and work toward the front until your hair is styled. Straightening your hair when it's totally wet can damage the hair severely. There are wet-to-dry straighteners available, but it will do the same thing. Make sure you know what type of product you're using. Try different hairstyles every day, like half-up half-down, high-ponytail, side-braid, low pig tails, curls, side ponytails, messy buns with a headband, and tiara braids. Pixie cuts can be cute on the right face type. Be creative!
6.) Take care of yourself. Eat healthy. Exercise daily. However, this doesn't mean starve yourself. Just don't eat too much junk food, because remember, you don't have to be thin to be beautiful. As long as you're healthy, you're fine! If you think you are overweight, see a doctor and ask about what types of diets there are out there for you. Ultimately, you can't be a girly girl if you don't have confidence in your appearance.
7.) Keep your teeth nice and white. There are several ways to get the perfect dazzling smile. If your teeth are crooked, don't shy away from braces. Just think of them as jewelry for your teeth! For whitening, you can either do it yourself at home with a store-bought product or go to a dentist. Look for someone who has expertise in the area of cosmetic dentistry to get them professionally whitened.
2.) Wear makeup that makes you look polished. Lip gloss and mascara are perfect for everyday wear (but make sure you apply it smoothly. Clumping is not attractive). You can also wear cheek tints and eye shadow, if you want. Foundation
makes your skin look flawless, but watch out, too much can look fake. Concealer is good to cover up blemishes. Eyeliner makes your eyes pop. Use a makeup sponge to apply your makeup. It spreads the makeup evenly. Don't put makeup over your dry skin though, because it will make your skin look flaky. Wear a powder over that to make your skin look less shiny. Try neutral colors on the lid (browns and golds).
3.) Have good hygiene. Be clean and groom yourself every day. Make sure to use a comb to part your hair when it's wet, keep your nails dirt-free and always painted, brush your teeth and shower. Good smelling breath is a must! When washing your hair, use a shampoo that helps your hair become frizz-free and shiny (not oily, but shiny). When spraying perfume, use just enough. Excessive use of perfume is counterproductive and does not improve your hygiene, despite popular belief. Being clean is important; being grubby isn't girly and isn't ladylike.
4.) Take care of your nails as well. Nail polish is a big thing. Treat yourself to a pedicure/manicure once in a while, and make sure to keep from biting your nails, picking at them, etc. People notice your hands more than you think, and jagged nails don't look nice. Try to go to a nail salon to get your nails done. If you can't, just do it by yourself or with a family member. Older sisters and mums are often good at nail-painting. If this is your first time being a girly-girl-in-training, try not to use dark colors like black. Use girly colors like pink, purple, etc. Make sure your hands are soft too; invest in a good hand cream like Vaseline Intensive Care Healthy Hand & Nail Revitalizing Hand Lotion. It makes your nails stronger and hands softer. Nail polish can be extremely feminine and chic at the same time, and it comes in tons of different colors. Try and use a nail polish that matches your outfit.
5.) Look after your hair. Be careful, too much brushing causes flat and dull hair. A few strokes to get out your tangles and to style it will make your hair beautiful. You'll look like your hair is flowing when you walk. Do not use electronic hair machines like blow dryers and curling irons too often or they will dull your hair. Let your hair air-dry. Make sure you comb it with a wide toothed comb or a brush. Wash your hair every other day, depending on your hair type, and don't use too many hair products. It looks gross when your hair is all stiff and oozing with hairspray and mousse. If you have flat hair (meaning no volume), use a Volumizing spray. Spray it close to the roots and work your hands through your hair. If you have curly hair, using tons of hairspray and mousse will make your hair look dull. Do not pull your hair back (half up and half down) if you have curly hair and attack it with mousse and hairspray. It doesn't look good when you do that. It is not healthy to straighten your hair every day, so you will need to use a heat protectant. Apply the protectant while straightening or curling your dry hair. Start at the back and work toward the front until your hair is styled. Straightening your hair when it's totally wet can damage the hair severely. There are wet-to-dry straighteners available, but it will do the same thing. Make sure you know what type of product you're using. Try different hairstyles every day, like half-up half-down, high-ponytail, side-braid, low pig tails, curls, side ponytails, messy buns with a headband, and tiara braids. Pixie cuts can be cute on the right face type. Be creative!
6.) Take care of yourself. Eat healthy. Exercise daily. However, this doesn't mean starve yourself. Just don't eat too much junk food, because remember, you don't have to be thin to be beautiful. As long as you're healthy, you're fine! If you think you are overweight, see a doctor and ask about what types of diets there are out there for you. Ultimately, you can't be a girly girl if you don't have confidence in your appearance.
7.) Keep your teeth nice and white. There are several ways to get the perfect dazzling smile. If your teeth are crooked, don't shy away from braces. Just think of them as jewelry for your teeth! For whitening, you can either do it yourself at home with a store-bought product or go to a dentist. Look for someone who has expertise in the area of cosmetic dentistry to get them professionally whitened.