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About Linda Gearke
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Expertise
I can answer questions regarding how to develop and market your own line of personal care products---skin care, bath and body, hair care, etc., I have experience in all phases of the product development process from concept to distribution.

Experience
15 years experience in marketing and developing over 350 beauty products and 6 years in business for myself helping entrepreneurs bring their personal care product idea to market.

Organizations
National Cosmetology Association Sales & Marketing Executives Business Women's Network National Association of Women Business Owners

Education/Credentials
University of Minnesota, School of Mass Communications & Journalism

   

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Questions Answered By Expert  Linda Gearke 
In Category  Makeup & Skincare

SubjectDate Asked

Avon/Prevage10/23/2009
  Q: which skincare product from Avon is compared to (elizabeth Arden) Prevage skincare?
  A: The flagship ingredient in Prevage is a super-antioxidant known as idebenone. This ingredient, ...
helpp10/19/2009
  Q: i have large pores for quite some time now but i can never find the right make up to cover my acne ...
  A: Here are a couple of good concealors that are known to be exceptional: Smashbox Camera Ready ...
I'm Blonde!10/16/2009
  Q: I am a blonde with fair skin, blue eyes, and a scattering of freckles. I need make-up i can wear to ...
  A: Here are a couple of good concealors that are known to be exceptional: Smashbox Camera Ready ...
Poor skin, acne and scarring.10/12/2009
  Q: I've got fair skin (redhead). I've had spots from and early age, I guess I should of done something ...
  A: Go to www.civantskincare.com for an excellent fade cream. As for dark circles under the ...
Acne and Pores9/16/2009
  Q: I've been suffering from acne for a very long time. I have a lot of whiteheads and small pimples. ...
  A: Here is the common response I give to teens wanting to clear up their breakouts. The main things ...
Moisturizing Acne Prone Skin9/15/2009
  Q: I have oily acne prone skin,and it seems like everytime I moisturize it, I get oily and break out. I ...
  A: You need a good oil-free moisturizer daily. Use the same product again at night after cleansing your ...
daily facial care routine9/9/2009
  Q: i just turned 33 and would like to know what my daily facial care routine should be. all i do is ...
  A: Greetings, Lara~ I would suggest the continued use of the Johnson facial wash each morning. ...
Acne Products8/26/2009
  Q: I'm a 12 year old girl and I've had acne since I was about 10. It's mostly under my chin, on my ...
  A: I'm not completely familiar with Epiduo, so I can't recommend it. However, you can visit epiduo.com ...
sweating8/12/2009
  Q: I have extremely oily skin and I sweat like a pig when I go out into the sun! This means that if I ...
  A: People who sweat excessively often suffer from a condition known as Hyperhidrosis. I encourage you ...
acne8/5/2009
  Q: i have pretty bad acne on my back, and i really want to get rid of it. i put acne cream on it twice ...
  A: I recommend you apply a good acne treatment cleanser to a long handled back brush (be sure the ...
marketing8/5/2009
  Q: I'm only 13 so i have a feeling most adults wont take me seriously in marketing my products. all my ...
  A: First of all, congratulations on such an entrepenurial spirit at such a young age! I'm very ...
serious hair loss8/4/2009
  Q: i'm loosing my hair severly.at the same time i'm having a lot f dandruf.my hair & scalp type is ...
  A: Dandruff does not directly cause hair loss. However, dandruff can cause the scalp to become itchy ...
5 oclock shadow itches7/15/2009
  Q: I like to wear a 5 oclock shadow and I maintain that look everyday with clippers however it always ...
  A: Simply apply a good moisturizing lotion before bed each night. Your skin is dry--that's what's ...
burn7/13/2009
  Q: hey I got sunburned last week on my shoulders and it started to peel pretty bad. Now i have big ...
  A: You're on the right track. You could use a sunless tanning product on the lighter spots in the ...
weird acne7/11/2009
  Q: For the past few weeks i haven't been using my acne wash, Acnefree, on a regular basis and I have ...
  A: What you describe sounds like "whiteheads" to me. The main things that contribute to contribute to ...
hair7/6/2009
  Q: I am 29 yrs old working as Engineer in Dubai.Could you advise me how to stop hair on my beard as it ...
  A: There is an excellent product called "Just For Men" that helps to color men's facial hair as it ...
skin7/1/2009
  Q: i have bad acne and i was told to use retin-amicro (the puple colored one) by a dematologist in my ...
  A: I am not familiar with the product your dermatologist has prescribed. I would suggest that you also ...
Shampoo5/13/2009
  Q: I was searching for a good olive oil based shampoo at the supermarket yesterday. There were a ...
  A: Manor Hall Soap Company is the only one I know of off the top of my head ...
products5/13/2009
  Q: I am 37 years old, I have a fair complexion. I do not get blemishes but I do get oily skin at times ...
  A: Dark under eye circles are often caused by a deficiency of a vitamin. It may be vitamin K or vitamin ...
what makeup should i wear5/6/2009
  Q: i am 15 and i want to know what makeup would fit me best i have fair skin but it is not really pale ...
  A: Any liquid foundation product you would find at Target or any drugstore will work. There are dozens ...
Sunblock5/1/2009
  Q: What are the pros and cons of using sunblock? Does it suffocate your skin? I know that sunblock ...
  A: Recent studies have shown concern about the safety of a compound called oxybenzone, which is used in ...
Skincare4/21/2009
  Q: I presently use MaryKay's 3 in 1 cleansing bar. I was wondering if that is sufficient for my ...
  A: Yes, the cleansing product you're using is excellent for your skin type. Also, I assume you're ...
acne1/4/2009
  Q: im a 15year old girl and I have acne on my face and some of them are scares.I do put foundation on ...
  A: Using foundation will not affect your acne scars in any way. It won't keep them from fading and it ...
Dry skin - Skin care1/3/2009
  Q: On my forehead and in between my eyebrows, my skin is really dry, so when i use make up it goes even ...
  A: You don't say whether or not you use a good daytime moisturizer as well as richer nighttime ...
acne12/24/2008
  Q: im a 15year old girl and I have acne on my face and some of them are scares.I do put foundation on ...
  A: Please forgive my delay in responding to your question. It's a busy holiday season for sure! Using ...
Cosmetics- jobs, fun exciting industry11/24/2008
  Q: I graduated from Penn State with a degree in Health Policy and Administration. Its been five years ...
  A: While obtaining a masters in marketing never hurts anyone, you can certainly land a job in your ...
body care11/19/2008
  Q: I would like to know the routine of body care and products recommended for that.
  A: Your question is very general, so let me try and answer as best I can. There are many different ...
which makeup products are right for me?11/8/2008
  Q: Help! I'm a 32-year old mother of four who hasn't worn makeup in years. I'm short on time and ...
  A: I would suggest a good foundation, lip color, blush, mascara and brown eyeliner pencil. Voila, ...
teaching color and technique11/5/2008
  Q: I've been working for Estee Lauder for a couple of years now. I was certified makeup artist before ...
  A: Shyma, I'm sot sure how to answer your questions as this falls outside of my area of expertise. ...
21 years old burn case10/14/2008
  Q: I am 25 years old girl. when I was 4 years old, I got burn on my hand, face. So please give me some ...
  A: Unfortunately, there is no inexpensive approach to diminishing the appearance of a scar...especially ...
blackheads9/24/2008
  Q: . How are you? i was refered on by my friend Daniel, he said your a great help. I was just ...
  A: Bacteria settling into and clogging pores is a major cause of blackheads. Proper cleansing with an ...
make-up application8/23/2008
  Q: I read one of you answers to another reader and it's apparent that you have skillful advice, so I'd ...
  A: Amanda, this popped up in my in-box again, but I think it may be a system error as I recall ...
selling8/5/2008
  Q: I will shortly be selling anti ageing skincare products, i need to know how to go about selling my ...
  A: It depends on which distribution channel(s) you've selected---who do you want to sell to? Target? ...
Nails and Lips8/3/2008
  Q: I've always been interested in colour and I've been thinking about how I could go about getting in ...
  A: First of all it's cosmetic manufacturing companies, not suppliers that name cosmetic colors. So you ...
My face needs help bad!8/1/2008
  Q: My name is Sharron. I've been having acne ever since i was 6 years old. It seems like, as i get ...
  A: The main things that contribute to contribute to breakouts are diet, bacteria and pore-clogging ...
White heads???7/31/2008
  Q: i was looking at this website http://www.skin-care-tips-online.com/OTC-Acne-Medicines.html (scroll ...
  A: I recently responded to a similar question regarding whiteheads (and blackheads). I have copied my ...
darkened skin7/28/2008
  Q: i went swimming the other day w/o realizing that my sunscreen had expired. sadly i found out when i ...
  A: No Harshita, I mean you can go to any beauty supply store, health food co-op or even Target and find ...
essential oils7/28/2008
  Q: I have made a blend of essential oils which i would like to make into a fragrance or perfume,what do ...
  A: I apologize for the delay in responding to you. Most essential oils last from 1 to 3 years, when ...
darkened skin7/28/2008
  Q: i went swimming the other day w/o realizing that my sunscreen had expired. sadly i found out when i ...
  A: Be sure to wear a total sunblock each day you're outside in order to keep you from continuing to ...
blackheads/whiteheads7/16/2008
  Q: please help for years i have suffered from blackheads /whiteheads at the side of my mouth and chin ...
  A: The main things that contribute to contribute to blackheads/whiteheads are diet, bacteria and ...
Skin Care Products and Makeup6/18/2008
  Q: I am opening a skin care business in July and I am having a really hard time trying to decide what ...
  A: Regarding the selection of a skin care line: The most important thing I can suggest is to be sure ...
i ruined my skin!!!!!!!5/15/2008
  Q: i used to have gorgeous skin but i never had a mom and my sisters skin is worse than mine she used ...
  A: Regarding your uneven skin tone, I would suggest buying a skin cleanser with an exfoliant. This ...
Selling Avon Products5/15/2008
  Q: Do you have any suggestions on promoting, selling, trying to get more orders?
  A: Having a background in selling cosmetics through network marketing, here are a few suggestions I ...

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