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Games Guy | December 7, 2009

Should You Use Makeup To Cover Up Your Acne?

Acne can leave the skin looking red blotchy, and blemished.  It can also leave scars, some easy to treat, and others more difficult.  Many people who suffer from acne wish to cover it up, even if it is a mild form.

Some acne scars are easy to conceal.  These are the scars left by milder forms of acne, or acne that is treated at the beginning of its course.  Deeper scars are often caused by more severe types of acne and may require medical treatment to remove.  These scars are not easily covered up by the use of cosmetics.

When determining which makeup products to use to cover your acne and its residual effects, be sure to stay away from products that are cometigenic, meaning products that actually clog pores and cause acne.  These products can add oils to your skin, causing breakouts and irritation.  Instead, use non-cometigenic products which do not contain oil and won’t clog pores.

If your scars are easily concealed, covering them with makeup will save you the expense of scar removal treatments, which are medical procedures performed by a dermatologist.  For this, there is makeup available that can help enhance the appearance of your skin, giving it an even look, and giving you a bright, clear complexion.

There is a variety of makeup developed especially for this.  but many people find that when applied correctly, ordinary makeup will get the job done.

If you have had a history of problem skin, it is often wise to select makeup that is light, non-greasy, and non-cometagenic products.  There are numerous foundations and powders available for sensitive skin.  People with especially oily skin might want to use a powder, as it serves as a modifier and can help control the oil on your face.

Many of these products are good for sensitive skin, as well and contain medication that works on your skin while you wear the makeup.

This is especially helpful if you have to wear makeup for long periods of time such as all day.

Remember, acne scars often lighten over time, so it may not always be necessary to cover them up.  For those that don’t, treatment is available to remove them, or makeup is available that can help conceal them.

Take care when choosing a foundation or powder to cover up acne, that you choose a product that is not harsh to your face.  Don’t use products that make your face itch or burn.

Likewise, when trying to cover acne scars, don’t use a shade that will only bring attention to them.  Choose shades that suit your skin tone, and be sure the makeup is applied evenly on your skin.

If makeup isn’t working to cover up your acne, you may try a concealer cream, also available over-the-counter.  This is often used to cover blemishes and can help reduce the appearance of acne.  If you use a product that irritates your skin, switch to one that doesn’t.  The idea is to keep your skin looking smooth and even.

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Games Guy | December 3, 2009

Making a Comfortable Winter Fashion Statement

Socks we originally created to absorb sweat from feet and provide a degree of comfort to the wearer. Knee socks, however, have become more than just a source of keeping the feet warm at winter. They are a fashion statement! When used right, knee socks are a more than just a fashion statement, portraying a certain level of finesse to a lady’s outfit.

Most commonly seen accompanied with Catholic School Girl outfits, knee socks give the impression of slimmer legs and the thick nature of the socks easily aid in covering larger ankles. Knee socks enable girls to wear their skirts as short as possible and are perfect for a fashion conscious school girl. Yet knee socks can be combined with other outfits to create a stunning look for the winter.

Knee socks can be worn with regular and long length skirts as well. Especially when it is chilly outside. They are more comfortable than tights and their thickness provides extra protection. They do not affect the waist line and can be worn for longer periods of time. An asset much appreciated on those cold days where tights just do not cut it. For an elegant and lady-like look, they can be worn with dresses. The length of the dress need not matter. The availability of different designs like stripes and polka dots permit them to be worn with almost any dress with ease.

The socks are not just restricted to dresses and skirts either. Knee socks can be equipped with shorts. This is for more of the casual coffee hangout and the most stylish combinations come when equipped with denim shorts. They work perfectly with denims themselves, retaining plenty of heat on those cold days. On certain occasions it is too cold to go out with normal socks on and knee socks provide a perfect combination of both, warmth and comfort.  When worn with high heeled boots or shoes for long occasions, the thick nature of the socks enable longer wearing periods with greater comfort. When deciding what colors to wear a lady must first decide what type of legs she has. Long, slim legs can handle almost anything while the rest of us who are not so lucky should stick to dark plain colors.

Knee socks are a great addition to a wardrobe with especially if a low cost budget is at hand. A perfect way to spice up some of those outfits and take them from ordinary to spectacular.

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