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SubjectDate AskedExpert
Skin/Body Care Questions4/1/2009Nisa
  Q: I have finally reached the age in which I am beginning to notice changes to my skin and body and ...
  A: I wil list products below that will solve your skin care issues:(keep in mind each product can be ...
makeup3/31/2009Dinair Airbrush Makeup
  Q: I'm Kim, I've heard that certain products in makeup, like silica. mica, iron oxides, etc. are really ...
  A: There are definitely many lines out there that have ingredients in their products that are not good ...
help(:?3/29/2009Miko Choi
  Q: I have a few questions: What can I do about dark knees & elbows? I've tried different exfoliating ...
  A: Try this product Daggett & Ramsdell KNEE & ELBOW Lightening Cream. It is designed especially for ...
Waxing?3/29/2009Diane Lytle
  Q: Does waxing make hair grow back thicker, thinner or the same? Also, can salons give you a full-body ...
  A: Most often, waxing does make hair grow back softer, finer and less- this pertains to legs, armpits, ...
esthetician school3/29/2009Diane Lytle
  Q: I am currently an RN and interested in this field. I don't know if you would know but would it be ...
  A: As an RN you have many career opportunities in this field of aesthetics. I would suggest pursuing a ...
cometics application vs natural cleanse3/26/2009Miko Choi
  Q: what is better to wear makeup and cleanse with cometics like cleansers and exfoiliants or to wear no ...
  A: I will always recommend to my clients that washing with soap and water is the biggest mistake they ...
bleaching disaster3/26/2009Diane Lytle
  Q: My mom is anti-chemical and would never permit me to use bleaches. But I've been doing it for a ...
  A: Yes, I agree, it sounds like you left the product on too long and gave yourself a chemical burn. Im ...
Eyes3/26/2009Nisa
  Q: I am only 15 and I have deep lines under my eyes and a bit of dark circles under my eyes also. I ...
  A: I wil list products below that will solve your skin care issues:(keep in mind each product can be ...
bleaching disaster3/25/2009Ambercinque
  Q: My mom is anti-chemical and would never permit me to use bleaches. But I've been doing it for a ...
  A: There are two chemicals found in skin lightening products, Hydroquinone or Mercury. o ...
bleaching disaster3/25/2009Diane Lytle
  Q: My mom is anti-chemical and would never permit me to use bleaches. But I've been doing it for a ...
  A: I am not familiar with the bleaching cream you have described. I am a little concerned about the ...
My skin is spotty!3/25/2009Dinair Airbrush Makeup
  Q: I don't usually get very many spots, but lately lots have been coming up, especially at the bottom ...
  A: I highly recommend the Laura Mercier concealers for the discoloration. Each concealer comes with a ...
Best products?3/22/2009Nisa
  Q: & thank you for taking the time to read this, I would like to know whats the best scrub for a ...
  A: I wil list products below that will solve your skin care issues:(keep in mind each product can be ...
I want an Even/Lighter skin tone?3/22/2009Tyla Smith
  Q: over the years my skin has gotten more dull & uneven, I've tried some exfoliating washes but they ...
  A: I use two products which are fabulous. The first one is Timeless Prescriptions Anti-Aging ...
Fair skin3/21/2009Tyla Smith
  Q: My Mother amoung other people say that I should do something with my skin. I am very very ...
  A: As far as the beauty industry goes, the color isn't such a factor so much as clarity and smoothness. ...
face coverage3/21/2009Dinair Airbrush Makeup
  Q: I was wondering if you could advise me on what product and colour foundation/tinted moisturizer I ...
  A: You are the perfect candidate for the benefits of Airbrush Makeup. It is an amazing system. I ...
skin dye for vitaligo3/19/2009Miko Choi
  Q: I have a skin disorder called vitaligo which has caused the loss of skin pigment on various parts of ...
  A: My recommendation is to get a Spray tan, This will even out the skin color, Although since it's on ...
Need advice on acne3/19/2009Nisa
  Q: Hope you are fine. I need some advice from you.My skin is very acne prone.Since the past 2 years ...
  A: i can only suggest you see a dermotologist - plus change your diet. research what foods are best for ...
sun blocks3/16/2009Ambercinque
  Q: as summers have already begun, could you please suggest me the best sun block to avoid tan and crows ...
  A: I think I confused you. Sunblock is readily available. There is not a brand name called suggested ...
sun blocks3/15/2009Ambercinque
  Q: as summers have already begun, could you please suggest me the best sun block to avoid tan and crows ...
  A: Priya- Hi Priya. I suggest if you are going to be outdoors longer than an hour 50 or higher for ...
Acne Scarring3/15/2009Diane Lytle
  Q: I was curious about products for acne scarring. I am about to have a baby, and pregnancy made me ...
  A: I am sorry to hear about your skin condition. There are several things you can do that may help. ...
hair removal3/14/2009Sarah
  Q: i have sensitive skin and was wondering what would be the best product for me to use to remove hair ...
  A: Hard wax is going to be much much less abrasive on your skin than regular strip wax or cream hair ...
Prom Makeup3/13/2009Ambercinque
  Q: My prom dress is a red-orange,i have medium skin tone that is more olive than pink, black hair, ...
  A: SO here goes: Eyes opt for a great quad like Nars limited edition eye shadow pallette or roach and ...
high frequency wand3/10/2009Miko Choi
  Q: i just recieved a high frequency facial wand in the mail and am excited to start using it however it ...
  A: High frequency is going to zap you regardless of strength, so I think it is safe to turn it all the ...
Ingrown hair3/9/2009Miko Choi
  Q: I have a question about ingrown hairs underneath my bellybutton. About a year ago I made a big ...
  A: I'm glad to hear that Tend skin is giving you positive results. plucking is definitely better than ...
eyeshadow3/6/2009Tyla Smith
  Q: i am studying beauty therapy and have an assessment in a few days time. what i would like to know is ...
  A: My recommendation would be to use a powder, as cream eyeshadow tends to crease more and will collect ...
uneven skin tone/fine lines3/6/2009Nisa
  Q: I have 2 questions that I hope you can help me with. 1. From below my nose to my upper lip is a ...
  A: I wil list products below that will solve your skin care issues:(keep in mind each product can be ...
dry skin????????3/6/2009Miko Choi
  Q: I have 2 questions that I hope you can help me with. 1. on the back of my upper thighs it feels ...
  A: For question #1 It sounds like they could be in grown hairs, do you wax? do you shave? if it is in ...
Makeup for Bridesmaid3/4/2009Tyla Smith
  Q: I will be a bridesmaid in a wedding in May. I want to go with a look a bit more dramatic than my ...
  A: First question- is this an evening wedding? By the length of the bridesmaids gowns I would guess ...
Covering up Vitiligo3/2/2009Dinair Airbrush Makeup
  Q: I have Vitiligo (what Michael Jackson has) My normal skin tone is white. Around my eyes (I have ...
  A: Dinair should work perfectly for you. Have you tried their Paramedical line? This line lasts longer. ...
correct spelling? Is there a Difference?3/1/2009Sarah
  Q: This may seem like a stupid question, but I have seen many people spell it Aesthetics and others ...
  A: I think it just depends on where you're from. Technically they're both correct. I think more often ...
vaginal area waxing2/27/2009Miko Choi
  Q: can u guide me abt vaginal waxing? 1. wot type of wax shud I use? hard? 2. can u plz tell me wch ...
  A: The common known name for this type of waxing is Brazilian wax, this includes everything in the ...
helpp =[2/26/2009Sarah
  Q: okay so im a guy and im seeking clear skin...with makeup. i have bareminerals medium powder stuff ...
  A: It's very possible you're pressing too hard in order to create the darkness you want. Powder will be ...
delicate eye area2/26/2009Diane Lytle
  Q: have "aging" eyes, 52. Crepy and dark circles, the whole bowl of wax ! Am looking for a solution, ...
  A: The best treatment for dry, crepy skin around eyes is going to be a cream based eye treatment that ...
eye area2/26/2009Nisa
  Q: have "aging" eyes, 52. Crepy and dark circles, the whole bowl of wax ! Am looking for a solution, ...
  A: I will list products below that will solve your skin care issues:(keep in mind each product can be ...
Gold Mascara2/24/2009Sarah
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  A: If your gold mascara is bold and noticeable, stay neutral on your lids. Try dark bronze, chocolate, ...
skin care2/21/2009Sarah
  Q: I have used Mary Kay skin system and foundation for many years and over the past 6 months switched ...
  A: I don't *love* Mary Kay but it may not be either of the foundations you're using that's the problem. ...
Professional Makeup2/20/2009Sarah
  Q: I have and always have had dark circles under my eyes. I have tried so many things to try to get rid ...
  A: The best thing for dark circles reguarding make up, is to use a salmon or yellow colored concealer. ...
Skin Care for Combination type2/18/2009Sarah
  Q: I have been following the Neutrogena cleanser-toner-moisturizer skin care regime for Combination ...
  A: So sorry for the delay. It's possible that the foaming part of the cleanser is drying you out a ...
Ingrown Hairs!!!2/18/2009Diane Lytle
  Q: my daughter is 6 yrs old and her body (upper and fore arms and legs from her hip to her ankle) are ...
  A: The raised bumpies are called Keratosis Pillaris, otherwise known as Milia. These are raised, ...
Makeup-skincare suggestions2/17/2009Nicole Bolin
  Q: Hopefully you have knowledge with Mac cosmetics! I just started watching Mac tutorials and using mac ...
  A: Hey Alicia- Sounds like you are on the right track with all your new products. I think this is a ...

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