Back to School - Teen Queen II

<div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibUaLBq4BKV4jvCtGz5AE4eIroDzkSt1_Nunp_zx6s2ikwBGCfCW8HZTzm5Ca6WXU-QCR3Mo_VLNQAlouV7XO7phcKg2qc5auDk_fkRj_i1dN6WNG_-eu5lZNzGQK0srVNuywviuZWqRY/s1600-h/gal_clothes4.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiP2ZJcTuMy7nHhD05GK8NH73vqRFXtAreZb3jYWdGv4mndJ5kUVdZMK6ipehj4WyI_JtXQJU6UU_L1SPu0I4b4jk6l6bNV4oQCrQ0Gggxq0R4fIp1NhIASEDNrr2dLwG3rvGD5hQpXjlk/s1600-h/0,,6104840,00.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5377008569327213698" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiP2ZJcTuMy7nHhD05GK8NH73vqRFXtAreZb3jYWdGv4mndJ5kUVdZMK6ipehj4WyI_JtXQJU6UU_L1SPu0I4b4jk6l6bNV4oQCrQ0Gggxq0R4fIp1NhIASEDNrr2dLwG3rvGD5hQpXjlk/s400/0,,6104840,00.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 316px; height: 360px;" /></a><br /><!--StartFragment--> <p class="MsoNormal">This <b><i>Pro</i></b> is not only a makeup artist, but I am a mom too and more importantly, I have teenagers!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>In a past <b><i>IMPO</i></b> post titled <i>Teen Queen</i>, I mentioned a few of my <i>“pet peeves”</i> when it comes to teen girls who <i>must</i> put loads of makeup on their pretty faces in order to feel confident or to <i>“fit in!”</i><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>This post will be a little different, it is time to go back to school and that means it is time to help your teen get prepped for the upcoming year.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">As parents we shop for new clothes, school supplies and other back to school <i>“must haves,”</i> but have you ever stopped to consider that <i>now</i> is the perfect time to replenish your teen’s supply of skincare and makeup?</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5377008820946940994" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibUaLBq4BKV4jvCtGz5AE4eIroDzkSt1_Nunp_zx6s2ikwBGCfCW8HZTzm5Ca6WXU-QCR3Mo_VLNQAlouV7XO7phcKg2qc5auDk_fkRj_i1dN6WNG_-eu5lZNzGQK0srVNuywviuZWqRY/s320/gal_clothes4.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 190px; height: 320px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">Go through your teen’s accoutrement of facial wash, moisturizer, sunscreen and all cosmetics.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Throw out the gross, expired, crusted, stinky product and shop for some new items.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span><i>And</i>, it is o.k. for your teen to express herself when it comes to her individual look.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Embrace her differences, encourage her to play up her most outstanding features (eyes, lips, skin) and help her cover those areas that she feels are embarrassing, like acne or other skin issues.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5377009163901587986" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_c2ehk4kSCyD4VYlgju2j-CYgdqCKv_lkQzklgK3F0WnvSCL2Gb3S8k22fR6yJkxFimcbVuV3SHF2vMwTBu69L1wJp7lcdYZUm0HTyY0s7wmS5LKNO8N5oCzCCFn7VpVqmNSaLTAumVQ/s320/teens.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">When I was a teenager I wanted to change my looks so badly!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>I didn’t like my face, my hair or the fact that I was 5 feet taller than everyone else!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Instead of being guided to <i>appreciate</i> my gorgeous green eyes, high cheekbones or the fact that I had perfect skin at the age of 14, all I wanted was to look like someone else!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>I hated my nose, my hair was not blonde enough, I was too tall and it took several agonizing years before I was able to be thankful for what I was born with!</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5377009500898102018" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiO_TpOSHtNsYitv6LBlQlt-x84sU8AQOLnWoYKzjJdNkf02PEcgtE4eMjCtF_5l-MRvXeJtyeSghACeR3Xys6J4s5S6mbuWZ2gUGh5KvbYmmISUYckoG_h6pCNCs0Kvyekw6P87PCOpz4/s320/ali+michael+black+and+white+2.jpg.png" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 237px; height: 320px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">Junior High is the <i>worst</i> time for teens!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>High school is a little easier, but not much.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Your teen is in <i>desperate</i> need for a parent’s approval and attention, but at the same time, she or he wants their independence and privacy!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Others who are huge influences surround them and if you are not careful, your teen will latch on to someone they think is the ultimate and that can spell disaster.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">I try hard to be the <i>“cool” </i>mom by listening to my teenager’s needs; feelings, anxieties and I try to help however I can.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Sometimes all I can do is listen and offer good old mom advice like, <i>“tomorrow will be a better day!”</i> And one of the most important things I do is to <i>accept</i> and <i>inspire</i> my teen’s individuality.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5377011862199268290" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwgx5MtxjxV-84H9EsHuvfYSc0JQWP3eyo9c0QGf0R_3Mb9FgTa4knpV9k8U6V-EmezBn2B7mPcjq_Fudewy6g062TLqtPWcCfJHh0Uzk4C2i0KAeY84pKvf9EMlrUCkHbfE34M403d8E/s320/retro39.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">Now, I am <i><b>not</b></i> an expert and I am <b><i>not</i></b> here to lecture anyone who is reading this blog post, but I <b><i>am</i></b> going to advise other parents in my position to set aside a few dollars and go shopping for products that will boost your teen’s confidence and help them brave a new school year.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">It is worth every penny and it is an investment in the one person who will <b><i>not</i></b> appreciate your effort on the outside, but on the inside loves you more than you know!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>That is tough love, but I’ll take it!</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5377012121941604818" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0kgMjZNOCEPJrcZvBZ1iFmuYaUiUbevC88yNp9fpRV2xffJ1PTT65nmaRLy3HZXHM-6xCdE_ZJrPN6MMyre6706iTrUZKQbq5_0eWo3fP0RtCAaBNiprM92C3zzQBteF_8g6jnwq31ps/s320/090805-fashion-vmed-10a.widec.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 243px; height: 320px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">This <b><i>Pro</i></b> has tested more beauty products for teens than I ever care to admit and I will tell you that most have gone straight into the garbage because they either clog the pores of the skin or they damage the hair or they make beautiful, young ladies look like tramps.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">But, there are many products that I do love and have given to my own teens to wear and use with much success.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Here is a list of the <i>“goods”</i> that have this <b><i>Pro’s</i></b> seal of approval:</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b><i><a href="http://www.janmarini.com/">Jan Marini Teen Clean</a></i></b> – this skincare line is top notch and helps to fight <i>all</i> adolescent skin concerns.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>This is a 3-step program that includes a wash, lotion and daily face protectant. It is amazing on skin that is changing and developing and that may be suffering from more major acne issues.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Jan Marini says, <i>“most sun damage occurs before the age of 10 and at least 80% of sun damage happens before the age of 18!”</i><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>I cannot stress enough the <i>importance</i> of giving your daughter or son a good skincare regime that includes proper sunscreen.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Think about it – did <i>your</i> mom make you wash your face every morning and night and apply sunscreen before you left for school?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>How do you <i>feel</i> about your own skin right now?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Enough said!</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5377012287082436578" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizT4hBB_xF6qGHtOlA1Hm4kWsBLaV80OODbqmFxjkjTRi9Q90fM-xJHY2yICz5bwv_-GT1EkQV3qo7JzYELTXu8GcgrzxEi82mrlXGYWcD7XbszgyJ7HLF38LGo2RgVyQ0anF5OEuNuLI/s320/6056.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 300px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b><i><br /></i></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><i><a href="http://www.dermalogica.com/us/#/home">Dermalogica Clean Start</a></i></b> – this product line does <i>not</i> have a bejeweled jar or glittered packaging like most teens love however, what it does have is a star-studded following and user base like the cast from <i>The Suite Life of Zack and Cody</i> and <i>Wizards of Waverly Place</i>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>The kit contains a foaming cleanser, toner, scrub, two daytime moisturizers, a nighttime moisturizer, spot treatment for blemishes and a lip moisturizer.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>It does not have a sunscreen so you will want to purchase a facial protectant to accommodate this regime.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>I like this line for more dry to normal skin with few acne issues.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5377012503867958706" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGltoQ1nL5VOWDrx9Fb7mk8m7JhwAAvgKioWJm9MqxHQLHZgQ0SZDmqXD5xfWNIK_s34V2G-rN16p5xTIiO1d9DL_Ja2yqOwA1XGf2U71KZZLQ698-i-UzGRAj3Hxcv1OervrsfoPSCaM/s320/DM_106_CS_KIT_A.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 320px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal">It is important to instill in your teen the effectiveness of cleansing and you must show them how to maintain, prevent breakouts and protect their skin everyday.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Starting them off with good skin habits will last a lifetime and when they are in there 30’s they will thank you for nagging them!</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Foundation, concealer and powder are part of the skincare <i>team</i> and it is mandatory to purchase good cosmetic formulas that are made to work along side your skincare and not against it!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Mineral lines are great for teens and the only line that I approve of is <b><i><a href="http://www.purelycosmetics.com/">Purely Cosmetics</a></i></b>.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5377012677272447778" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUeUV1z9a-CpppHNf33vhVEX27-4XM3OnKmf9_nJEbK2s53og2gv0ZEdgOnNGFByiFVaTKxEPaKyf5Cew8DvhjP7_GsX8_aoL5ofVGAyPRpLtBwqp46V3q6COBGXb_lEFHNg8oXCbHjko/s320/2756350469_77d9a9e841_o.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 286px; height: 258px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b><i><br /></i></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><i><a href="http://www.purelycosmetics.com/">Purely Cosmetics</a></i></b> is great for teen skin because it contains 100% natural ingredients that have no bismuth, talc, micronized minerals or other skin irritants.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>This product line is formulated by hand to match the exact skin tone and it will effectively cover minor to major skin blemishes without clogging the pores.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span><i>Purely’s</i> color line is <i>not</i> full of sparkles or glitter so allowing your teen to wear the latest colors from the runway won’t be as intense (even though that is what she wants)!</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5377014771850228674" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjk6-_MAQI5Nt7zFtMyMMPC26VWC9Yhargb2XgCmSIOfc4In2WU3YfFqE6uK4vgZi3AuZfi-VkiBHP21DU1QiC1nJrm4pkF0jdloOHLnOIsitxUPkuogvBnEeCwgeSfyTvAo1PAFvHcaxE/s200/d200507lcbrowsimg1_Full.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 155px; height: 200px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">One of the tricks that I have taught my teens is to use an all over <i>neutral</i> wash of color on the eyes from the lid to the brow bone – like a warm vanilla shade.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Then use a more vibrant and fun color to line the top lash line – like a sapphire blue, amethyst, emerald or gray.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Black liner will always be a parent’s <i>nemesis</i>, but it is time to make peace with that enemy and either encourage your daughter (and now your son with guy liner) to <i>only</i> line the top lash line or inside, bottom water line and use more neutral colors as eye shadow.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5377012965225821570" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrG_quan_i-zKFybV77ozqr-d_eFHDhb6TvYLWFxq-bvFLcgMD0sNtjLMPUAhpyKydRRIhLVRMPiKzSOmphTKVzJXxAhpM1fmttCCOo1iqHz9TmVGraxnVqo4YZOSPa5nL2UxGTWHw5S8/s320/harryPottertheEyeshadowofBlack.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 273px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">Mascara can be any drug store brand that is easy to remove with soap and water or eye makeup remover.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>It is up to you which formula you allow your teen to wear and with many mascaras debuting colors for the fall season, you may find that using a pretty blue, green, purple or gray product really makes your teen’s eyes pop instead of the traditional black or brown.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5377050806138262994" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinQid6ptTa2iV9Ms6DFUH6Kgkcc_Axk_XfNhcuyBzU2ROCF9qlGhrRhitHxDsRBfjynv4-xxiXKXUxlKLuIhoh2YdwFxWuSaFQDMfDwHAF-rFfc4zdlGXL7HLIzzIUi2lLjDDZlZJxlx4/s320/cglblast.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 198px; height: 320px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Neutral blush is <i>very</i> important and it is crucial that you encourage your teen to choose a light color in a peach or pink tone or wear no blush color at all opting for the natural flush of their skin tone to show through.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5377013301699024994" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIYLFJU0wKAd6u7-KbO9HxL39dsikG23YYtZYqxYbYnYL3fbs6wEw8BhMlgR3RmUc6mPVck2RGdIV1kwKLKFe15v1hnZfJ5svCoP2sn5lqY8u_Dapn1xLTMRk7p-shaynR8U9j99JWBsc/s320/23053187_Full.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 250px; height: 250px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"></span>A highlight is <i>not</i> recommended for teens because they tend to go overboard when they apply something with more sparkle and that can be an overwhelming look on any young person (like they were playing in their mother’s makeup)!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>I <i>don’t</i> want my girls looking like Brooke Shields a la <i>Pretty Baby</i>!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal">This <b><i>Pro</i></b> makeup mom loves the <b><i><a href="http://www.sephora.com/brands/sephora/index.jhtml">Sephora</a></i></b> brand of cosmetics because they have a wide range of color in all textures with great prices!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>My teens feel as if they are shopping like grown ups instead of being treated like little girls!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span><i>However</i>, the testers at some of the Sephora stores <b><i>do not</i></b> meet with my approval and so I have forbidden my girls to place a <i>“tester”</i> product directly onto their face and insist they use the backs of their hands in order to test product prior to purchasing.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5377013562557932914" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdbi5_zKkm5Q1Q-f5-AuNUZzipKttR9vjfbd6pSfiwulXgr9L3MtPf68fEpZfEi-Nej3NBjhSr170AKjMxdeABqvgVOKO3SDORk2d-4jjIrcYfa1A2PoZE0WfSp7Hxg5Hjnet1r5USY7Q/s320/P242002_hero.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 250px; height: 250px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Lipgloss is the only approved product for teens.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>I <b><i>do not</i></b> like the look of a heavy lipstick and lip liner on any young lady.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>I allow my teens to use pretty colors from <b><i><a href="http://www.maccosmetics.com/">M.A.C.</a></i></b> or <b><i><a href="http://www.lancome-usa.com/">Lancôme Juicy Tubes</a></i></b> also score big points from my girls.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Even though your teen will <i>constantly</i> be applying and reapplying lipgloss (especially if it smells and tastes like chocolate, strawberry or watermelon), we parents have to pick and choose our battles and as long as the gloss color is not <i>neon</i> yellow, orange, green, blue or red than I say, let this one go!</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5377013760130101202" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgc2shQVutd-juN6na6A3DgZRuiC_injvPW210v3HtNkMZMrFkth_wlo8CnDj8VB-a_6aUTVKZ-Cu7tg_UWnOgVGTRE-Hsy7gQ1j6iXvAya_eNuHstOmPKJrCetbK2VyqrA0EZPApRZNsw/s320/lancome-juicy-tubes-ultra-shiny-lip-gloss-15ml-.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 271px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">Now get out there and bond with your teen over a trip to the mall and enjoy the one-on-one time you will have with your offspring!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>They are growing up fast and you never know, they may end up teaching you a thing or two about beauty products!</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b><i>PRO TIPS AND TRICKS:</i></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal">If your teen suffers from <i>very</i> oily skin after they have washed their face properly, have them apply at mattifying product.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>This <b><i>Pro</i></b> loves <b><i><a href="http://www.evepearl.com/">Eve Pearl’s Anti-Shine</a></i></b><a href="http://www.evepearl.com/"> </a>product, which goes on after skincare, but before cosmetic.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Also, have them use blotting papers during the day to control the shine instead of constantly powdering their face.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>I love <b><i><a href="http://www.rodanandfields.com/">Rodan + Fields UnBlemish blot papers with Zincidone</a></i></b>, they will absorb oil without adding product to the face!</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5377013930585300802" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbuQW52MqDXe_cArS3YlQUM-mHML2QdEezsUdnXeWaK0H6b-JKWkp1L8ASs_ZP218GIAx2bPvU9sTqWfbvyXo2Sr_xWRYSFU_iWrWIwn1BAaXnb2sXHIcH8jaLcyXU-n_jQb61S2_jYUc/s320/thumbnails.php.jpeg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 216px; height: 247px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b><i><br /></i></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5377014169832689010" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgd23ijPSbMCIoJXgJ3xASjCP0lejpzrWJBsd4n7Ba0kGB4jDYXnO8TqhSLea8std8_-GVPyEEQ0Ezq8UEyOaJPLoC-7VnG3bVHw5PZmC7cujtfst6NO8i60UEJPDpLFMdyFPgM8Q9KIr8/s200/blot_papers_500x375.jpg" style="display: block; 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Back to School - Teen Queen II

This Pro is not only a makeup artist, but I am a mom too and more importantly, I have teenagers! In a past IMPO post titled Teen Queen...

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Teen Queen!

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoCGGI2BOkUMK1cWDxYiOEp8yBobbGYIPQFasyBIA8UdCdCIRnJUNZg3CO8kACThrLO2ZoCX9BhkTp1UJuE8Lm8OpvcG1wnoGMa4zdpjRmqYlf2E8cWpE_JGISEmdkZv8PLa5AnHeb6yAo/s1600-h/00070mqq0kv9.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338101994579743058" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoCGGI2BOkUMK1cWDxYiOEp8yBobbGYIPQFasyBIA8UdCdCIRnJUNZg3CO8kACThrLO2ZoCX9BhkTp1UJuE8Lm8OpvcG1wnoGMa4zdpjRmqYlf2E8cWpE_JGISEmdkZv8PLa5AnHeb6yAo/s320/00070mqq0kv9.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 214px; height: 320px;" /></a><br />Back when this <span style="font-weight:bold;"><span style="font-style:italic;">Pro</span></span> was a young teen, I spent a lot of my time digging through my mom’s makeup bag and stealing her lipstick, blush and mascara. I would secretly use all her skin care products and pretend that I had no idea why the jars and tubes were almost empty (but she knew). <br /><br />I was lucky that genetically, I didn’t have to worry much about my skin, but my girlfriends were not so lucky and I remember that by high school, most of them were packing on the product and popping pimples with their Lee Press-On Nails! It was the 80’s and big hair full of Aqua Net, shoulder pads that could poke an eye out and crap loads of makeup were “rad!”<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrDIMizlj1HeNm_YaIStkNPlohxwg6ZZR6Pt4sYaa8Xr54N1EkCZnBiOp-oUmacL70UZOrRNF12JwFLYm1Fyw1XmSy4Tuuat_ZeozuAZwf2zOoV3r2RlNO0oG51M53QYhWpBDvwu6dgqRV/s1600-h/72e8f8b8-c93a-402f-af89-cc540208b50c.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338102088973495666" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrDIMizlj1HeNm_YaIStkNPlohxwg6ZZR6Pt4sYaa8Xr54N1EkCZnBiOp-oUmacL70UZOrRNF12JwFLYm1Fyw1XmSy4Tuuat_ZeozuAZwf2zOoV3r2RlNO0oG51M53QYhWpBDvwu6dgqRV/s320/72e8f8b8-c93a-402f-af89-cc540208b50c.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 214px; height: 320px;" /></a><br /><br />Today’s teenagers (and tweenagers) are way more savvy and they have done their “homework” when it comes to skin care and makeup, but this <span style="font-weight:bold;"><span style="font-style:italic;">Pro</span></span> has found that what they usually want is expensive, colorful and sometimes…unrealistic. <br /><br />Personally, this <span style="font-weight:bold;"><span style="font-style:italic;">Pro</span></span> feels that it is up to the parents to decide when their daughters are ready to jump into the amazing world of makeup. However, I will say that “in my professional opinion” I think it is very unfair that cosmetic companies are targeting our young girls by enticing them with product lines that are “kitschy” sporting the latest Disney star or cartoon character!<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5f4w5T7BmUPw6e5gks1dlZBWqkTgeVpjPiVf5teN-2YkrTfFp25FaaRtf5I1C-9n4XZWN8DKR35eM0hjk0aEaqfLJf-qGM8TsEcF7xFGyYWQzQIhxdInrQbBawZ_f7bQGtiBUmoySyL-T/s1600-h/Liu+Wen+-+US+Teen+Vogue,+March+2009+-+4.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338102347471263426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5f4w5T7BmUPw6e5gks1dlZBWqkTgeVpjPiVf5teN-2YkrTfFp25FaaRtf5I1C-9n4XZWN8DKR35eM0hjk0aEaqfLJf-qGM8TsEcF7xFGyYWQzQIhxdInrQbBawZ_f7bQGtiBUmoySyL-T/s320/Liu+Wen+-+US+Teen+Vogue,+March+2009+-+4.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 259px; height: 320px;" /></a><br /><br />Speaking from experience (I have two teen daughters) some girls are not mature enough to understand the importance of taking care of their skin and can’t remember when an assignment is due, let alone to remove all their makeup before they fall asleep.<br /><br />When my girls came to me and wanted to begin wearing cosmetics (at around age 13) I told them that I would embrace their need however, I was going to be a <span style="font-style:italic;">“stickler”</span> when it came to cleansing and applying sunscreen. I also made it extremely clear that I would <span style="font-style:italic;">not</span> tolerate turquoise eye shadow, bubble gum pink blush and black lip gloss all worn at the same time. They would have to go through a few makeup classes with yours truly and that it would be <span style="font-style:italic;">“my”</span> way or the <span style="font-style:italic;">“no makeup”</span> highway!<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBkRCngp3v3yerCXnECAOZE4MsUUbPrIcakiHOvuyXl_3M_prD1kXKgosCX81FMDNVe7D5NzljbP44ljmmdefWbEUzrAZ7nnsBz-j51kACNZFCi83JPsK1Vg_gcZlMQvOJa8OEqa80b4IV/s1600-h/BadMakeUp.bmp" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338102702433872674" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBkRCngp3v3yerCXnECAOZE4MsUUbPrIcakiHOvuyXl_3M_prD1kXKgosCX81FMDNVe7D5NzljbP44ljmmdefWbEUzrAZ7nnsBz-j51kACNZFCi83JPsK1Vg_gcZlMQvOJa8OEqa80b4IV/s320/BadMakeUp.bmp" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 299px; height: 300px;" /></a><br /><br />Let’s start with skin care. Most teens should use a mild cleanser and gently wash twice a day concentrating their effort on the hairline and t-zone area. If your daughter (or son) suffers from extreme acne or dry skin then you will want to consult a dermatologist.<br /><br />Using a cleansing machine like the <span style="font-style:italic;">Clarisonic</span> can be beneficial and give the teen a better advantage. Remember, you want them to remove makeup, dirt, oil and bacteria effectively. They spend a lot of time sweating: during tests, in gym class, flirting, walking home from school. They devour food that we would consider to be more than unacceptable and who knows how much water they actually drink!<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1Pq_kHZmkBI0XHT7CYkVey9DPIRsMHMt31ye2ah9Y7C-KQigNEWtsZznBfvUE2Kij2Y2cZ6BOgiz4P0vnXbSVFx__BdaFiHtKOQGi26c4IOQbWtl7Ipxaia2Q3fnON2BYx9PZKZ36OFu3/s1600-h/pteen1_1378326c.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338107732873109858" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1Pq_kHZmkBI0XHT7CYkVey9DPIRsMHMt31ye2ah9Y7C-KQigNEWtsZznBfvUE2Kij2Y2cZ6BOgiz4P0vnXbSVFx__BdaFiHtKOQGi26c4IOQbWtl7Ipxaia2Q3fnON2BYx9PZKZ36OFu3/s320/pteen1_1378326c.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 200px;" /></a><br /><br />Besides the grease and hormones, add the fact that most teens can’t help but touch their less-than-clean hands to their faces a hundred times a day and you can bet a break out will happen at some point. Don’t be a status quo and fall into the <span style="font-style:italic;">“my parents just don’t understand”</span> category. Your child’s complexion is one of the most important things to them and how they look makes or breaks their confidence.<br /><br />Teen skin care products with this <span style="font-weight:bold;"><span style="font-style:italic;">Pro’s</span></span> seal of approval:<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;"><span style="font-style:italic;">Proactiv Solution</span></span><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZYlPR7rGMhnXtFk8TK6NyncjgpLODIezVzaBg0CuyMPm3KMpjoM0TAziH7csEKem6jsUrOYTRorF8RMjDg4Ef9D9TG16hh-b1EQ7WIk0VqRwl3zcZTZ5xnoZwWatyFCcnf_mVvI1M9Blg/s1600-h/15562811.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338109366359346162" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZYlPR7rGMhnXtFk8TK6NyncjgpLODIezVzaBg0CuyMPm3KMpjoM0TAziH7csEKem6jsUrOYTRorF8RMjDg4Ef9D9TG16hh-b1EQ7WIk0VqRwl3zcZTZ5xnoZwWatyFCcnf_mVvI1M9Blg/s320/15562811.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 304px; height: 320px;" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;"><span style="font-style:italic;">Dermalogica (the new teen line)</span></span><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMYMmGEOmkgwOk7TrsCrFRh4QsXj5xd7vNIEOAGDcXPOUO8R-Zf4WGe5PpD0BTEbD8fxFpq163sXIWoN2ehXV1Kw4W7jr5W6Z4veZ6-oPivf9myF_IyazupefYjXlBHpqGSMBUZQbQGXSN/s1600-h/6a00e5504d1b2f883301127981d72a28a4-500wi.gif" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338105856070658658" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMYMmGEOmkgwOk7TrsCrFRh4QsXj5xd7vNIEOAGDcXPOUO8R-Zf4WGe5PpD0BTEbD8fxFpq163sXIWoN2ehXV1Kw4W7jr5W6Z4veZ6-oPivf9myF_IyazupefYjXlBHpqGSMBUZQbQGXSN/s320/6a00e5504d1b2f883301127981d72a28a4-500wi.gif" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 192px;" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;"><span style="font-style:italic;">Clean & Clear</span></span><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjF9n6kTdMefO34XXO08w4Z3aoGa9CcERzxJpZWhAya_ComIi7UFJWfQtVGaykddyrZrfnQn2q_wdGyFuZ3gBOwDnY4RzE1gdfpgzFN21f1Lfdtmh1sFJtj3cMVWYlztcHRuvbypdNcvieO/s1600-h/clean-clear-prom-thumb-500x280.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338121894056450450" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjF9n6kTdMefO34XXO08w4Z3aoGa9CcERzxJpZWhAya_ComIi7UFJWfQtVGaykddyrZrfnQn2q_wdGyFuZ3gBOwDnY4RzE1gdfpgzFN21f1Lfdtmh1sFJtj3cMVWYlztcHRuvbypdNcvieO/s320/clean-clear-prom-thumb-500x280.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 179px;" /></a> <br /><br />Makeup is another <span style="font-style:italic;">“beast”</span> and this <span style="font-weight:bold;"><span style="font-style:italic;">Pro</span></span> believes that this is were the <span style="font-style:italic;">“battle”</span> really begins. As a parent, I have found that I <span style="font-style:italic;">must</span> give my girls a little creative outlet and so I do allow them to wear more vibrant eye liner with light, matte, neutral eye shadow, light blush colors and pale lips. Or I will allow a stronger lip color as long as the eyes and cheeks remain neutral.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqV6R5OCP-6-sK9ogIORAj5VzL10ZTay0Jvyio5wMHGmxNO4yiDW1LCq742upWGO64pcaq8wUHSOFAxrdxL55Wuj-Fxvxu8w3r12f3PSmRqi3JWopRmfLefSwqtW8jvOfQNbPnjC72ee8Y/s1600-h/teenvoguecover-1.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338108497823843522" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqV6R5OCP-6-sK9ogIORAj5VzL10ZTay0Jvyio5wMHGmxNO4yiDW1LCq742upWGO64pcaq8wUHSOFAxrdxL55Wuj-Fxvxu8w3r12f3PSmRqi3JWopRmfLefSwqtW8jvOfQNbPnjC72ee8Y/s320/teenvoguecover-1.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 223px; height: 320px;" /></a><br /><br />Make sure that your teen’s makeup does not contain oil – adding to an acne problem by putting oil-based products on top of skin issues is not recommended! In fact, this <span style="font-weight:bold;"><span style="font-style:italic;">Pro</span></span> does not endorse wearing a foundation if your child is under 16 and you should seek the approval of a dermatologist before covering up any major issues.<br /><br />The choice is up to you, but remember that you were their age once and how did it feel when your mother told you <span style="font-style:italic;">“no” </span>or thought you were not old enough or that you didn’t <span style="font-style:italic;">“fit in” </span>at school. Makeup washes off; purchase quality product, especially in the foundation, concealer and powder categories and you can rest assure you won’t clog the pores!<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgddtC1yiM5VbAFgYzT-xnehIZEO6j33Q32dGihF_JFz-C_3R4jSGU62GBsE47_Fqud6pXfC_YgpaBaSgVnbFw9SoR7srxMG2rsXJU9fsgQQ4SlpknW6KFQgG7d7285rhXgcBdG08qFqOxf/s1600-h/04_jasmine_murray.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338120360927849874" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgddtC1yiM5VbAFgYzT-xnehIZEO6j33Q32dGihF_JFz-C_3R4jSGU62GBsE47_Fqud6pXfC_YgpaBaSgVnbFw9SoR7srxMG2rsXJU9fsgQQ4SlpknW6KFQgG7d7285rhXgcBdG08qFqOxf/s320/04_jasmine_murray.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 219px; height: 320px;" /></a><br /><br />List of this <span style="font-weight:bold;"><span style="font-style:italic;">Pro’s</span></span> teen makeup must haves:<br /><br /><a href="http://www.purelycosmetics.com/">Purely Cosmetics</a> – incredible mineral line suitable for teen skin - foundation, powder, eye shadows, blushers and bronzers.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKe51qpQ0krRG7HghJ5od1X7EguaLMDFuKitkSqk2LBjo3vpzvHDLGwYzDMi2WiPCBpZ3jrpmE6pGwmbYDe5VZYmjOg16ZEtSA28ZW6RE6opcfRJwHBaxKOZrKYngS7G5u3SIZ08FNlyk_/s1600-h/2756350469_77d9a9e841_o.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338266210483212866" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKe51qpQ0krRG7HghJ5od1X7EguaLMDFuKitkSqk2LBjo3vpzvHDLGwYzDMi2WiPCBpZ3jrpmE6pGwmbYDe5VZYmjOg16ZEtSA28ZW6RE6opcfRJwHBaxKOZrKYngS7G5u3SIZ08FNlyk_/s320/2756350469_77d9a9e841_o.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 286px; height: 258px;" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.sephora.com/browse/brand_hierarchy.jhtml?brandId=5648&searchString=tarte">tarte Cosmetics</a> – natural line with fun packaging – I recommend the eye shadows, cheek stains, mascara, lip gloss and foundation/concealer/powder products.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTemO6ohNxmfw0R-D4n288TzRn5VVhZCZKTh9b6LXlkJa-nO890eYLDqfGemcUHWpuPK2CorMUtbm6HS0SbMIVmb759jl9s9HycDhpmgof4GpZ1Uq24zAaK1GBrJMazDZPH_sj1P-51vh2/s1600-h/spring-greening-make-up-kit-tarte-cosmetics.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338266496427200562" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTemO6ohNxmfw0R-D4n288TzRn5VVhZCZKTh9b6LXlkJa-nO890eYLDqfGemcUHWpuPK2CorMUtbm6HS0SbMIVmb759jl9s9HycDhpmgof4GpZ1Uq24zAaK1GBrJMazDZPH_sj1P-51vh2/s320/spring-greening-make-up-kit-tarte-cosmetics.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 296px; height: 320px;" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://http://www.maccosmetics.com/">M.A.C.</a> – good <span style="font-style:italic;">“color”</span> line for eye liner, eye shadow, lip glosses and their wipes are great for removing eye makeup.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIyoHXTJMvFRWH1RLgdREywX3qqpqllOTEGAQBKqtQD_vj3hmdJg0zay4L3OnZYKoJW7x3IvX9Is_YPSvPzThFUv3o9yNt1JUCNE8UT3bBEADkuPKNtCRSp8xlFK7o4j8QPv1MWZmRo9do/s1600-h/mac_products.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338266850157288242" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIyoHXTJMvFRWH1RLgdREywX3qqpqllOTEGAQBKqtQD_vj3hmdJg0zay4L3OnZYKoJW7x3IvX9Is_YPSvPzThFUv3o9yNt1JUCNE8UT3bBEADkuPKNtCRSp8xlFK7o4j8QPv1MWZmRo9do/s320/mac_products.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 232px;" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.covergirl.com/">CoverGirl</a> – good and inexpensive <span style="font-style:italic;">“color”</span> line for neutral eye shadows, soft blush pigments and mascara.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiP2fIW9UCNZQg0gJ6PY2Xl44gmqGcXvL0uVkB0XYBWIkC20N05fFo2TIIXBjOrIeS-o3WfGu61uzE1BOn1mF0Sw-uQNPdlc5V-YVZpDv0sg0xTP_hwtrBQPHqajOzbQo3QddOzI8TQtnJv/s1600-h/cover+girl.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338268093558815314" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiP2fIW9UCNZQg0gJ6PY2Xl44gmqGcXvL0uVkB0XYBWIkC20N05fFo2TIIXBjOrIeS-o3WfGu61uzE1BOn1mF0Sw-uQNPdlc5V-YVZpDv0sg0xTP_hwtrBQPHqajOzbQo3QddOzI8TQtnJv/s400/cover+girl.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 200px;" /></a><br /><br />Consider investing in a decent set of brushes - I said "decent," not expensive!<br /><br />Here is the how-to for teen queens:<br /><br />1. Prep skin with moisturizing sunscreen SPF 30 (oily skin does not need moisturizer, but will need the sun protection).<br /><br />2. Apply light coverage of foundation and concealer (or spot conceal the occasional pimple). If acne is more severe <span style="font-style:italic;">please</span> consult a dermatologist prior. Use a sponge if skin is oily or foundation brush to blend. Choose foundation that is an <span style="font-weight:bold;"><span style="font-style:italic;">exact</span></span> match to your skin tone and powder foundation is better for younger skin. If you use a cream or liquid then be sure to <span style="font-style:italic;">"set"</span> with face powder. Again, this <span style="font-weight:bold;"><span style="font-style:italic;">Pro</span></span> does not feel it is necessary for a very young teen (under 16 years old) to wear a foundation or concealer.<br /><br />3. Light dusting of bronzer to cheeks or soft application of cheek stain and blend.<br /><br />4. Neutral eye shadow (taupe and/or vanilla). Apply taupe to lid and vanilla to brow or just use vanilla shade all over. Line top lash line only with chocolate brown or more vibrant color; plum, green, blue and smudge. If you are going to wear a more colorful eye shadow then keep the liner to a light brown. If you decide to line your lower lash area use the taupe eye shadow lightly and blend. Please do not fill in the eyebrows!<br /><br />5. Light coat of mascara on top lashes only.<br /><br />6. Lip gloss - soft pink or nude with a colored eye - a more vibrant lip color should be paired with a very neutral eye and cheek.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;"><span style="font-style:italic;">PRO TIPS & TRICKS:</span></span><br />Most teens have a natural pink tint to their cheeks so don’t add to that color with more pink. Opt for a bronzer in a light hue. Also, purchase your teen blot papers and teach them to use these to <span style="font-style:italic;">“mop” </span>up excess oil during the day instead of resorting to a face powder! That little <span style="font-style:italic;">“puff”</span> inside that compact will eventually be full of bacteria that your teen will <span style="font-style:italic;">“dip”</span> into the powder contaminating the product and then apply it to her delicate skin! <span style="font-weight:bold;">YUCK!!!!</span><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhVgofVAxFPwZAA9GiBABKlCgbCvl4UMPpt_Z6VbtPTT261dplTebMoXJTUVmTZAzX25BpuppbJErsZf7MmbyawS6-Ok8YNuxNeCTitw56aXq1GflchBOEkw0dnEquWe8dPkU-sTWsNKZV/s1600-h/718381.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338115883893990866" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhVgofVAxFPwZAA9GiBABKlCgbCvl4UMPpt_Z6VbtPTT261dplTebMoXJTUVmTZAzX25BpuppbJErsZf7MmbyawS6-Ok8YNuxNeCTitw56aXq1GflchBOEkw0dnEquWe8dPkU-sTWsNKZV/s320/718381.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 320px;" /></a><br /><br />STAY TUNED:<br />Up next on <span style="font-weight:bold;"><span style="font-style:italic;">IMPO</span></span>: Enter the world of Tricia Sawyer Beauty and learn how to...Flaunt you Face!<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMeTCqC97aE7TcM_DVDCTg-Z1M2YtwV7-QLj1PWRhlU_lM5zopxhXzccMmFZiIMGLo6EQBu0oebQZqtY2OeTtKWxk5bjUsteRiVR8syd3eUKD5P-9FdfYEXteid9wa1_TcTF26jqajRqos/s1600-h/Smidge.png" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338123631437521330" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMeTCqC97aE7TcM_DVDCTg-Z1M2YtwV7-QLj1PWRhlU_lM5zopxhXzccMmFZiIMGLo6EQBu0oebQZqtY2OeTtKWxk5bjUsteRiVR8syd3eUKD5P-9FdfYEXteid9wa1_TcTF26jqajRqos/s320/Smidge.png" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 150px;" /></a>

Teen Queen!

Back when this Pro was a young teen, I spent a lot of my time digging through my mom’s makeup bag and stealing her lipstick, blush and masc...

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