Tip of the Day
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The big picture
Step back from the mirror for some perspective when you're applying your makeup. That lets you see how eyes, lips and cheeks are working together.
Setting a foundation
If you have large pores, choose an oil-free foundation and set with a mineral-based powder. Heavy foundation will only clog the pores, making them more apparent.
Spray away
To control flyaways and add a "piecey" look to your style, spray a light-hold hair spray on your fingertips. Rake your fingers through your hair, scrunching your locks wherever you want extra definition.
Blot a lot
Constantly reaching for the powder compact to control your oily skin? Try blotter sheets instead. "They pick up excess oil without causing a cakey look," says makeup artist Marie Del Prete.
Foolproof contouring
Dip a large brush into bronzing powder, and swirl around the neck and frame of the face. Finish by sweeping across eyelids, nose, cheeks and chin.
The perfect pony
Add glamorous height to a ponytail by placing the tip of a tail comb under the top of your hair and lifting gently toward the crown, suggests Theresa Marra-Siliceo, hairstylist for "As the World Turns."
Cover up
Apply lip balm to the side of your hand, then apply your cream concealer on top and blend with your fingers to make it spread more easily.
A quick clean
Too busy to hand wash your undies? Toss them into a mesh bag and launder on the delicate cycle. But opt for a drying rack rather than your dryer. High heat will break down the elastic waistband.
Tantastic
To avoid splotchy knees and elbows when using self-tanner, start with the mid-calf and mid-thigh, then move to the middle of your upper and lower arm. Spread the residue left on your hands on the knees and elbows.
A slimming effect
To slim down a chubby chin, sweep matte bronzer that’s just a couple of shades darker than your natural skin tone along your jawline. Slightly darkening the fuller area makes it appear to recede.
Pluck less
Nothing says "early 1990s" more than pencil-thin eyebrows. Brows grow very slowly, so count to three when tempted to pick up those tweezers, says celebrity makeup artist Tonya Crooks.
Quiz
"NEAT" is shorthand for ______:
Poll
The best way to spend the long Memorial Day weekend is:
