“I have shoulder length & relatively thick hair. It’s naturally straight but it looks best curly. I have curlers but when I curl my hair it never stays curled for the entire day so that by 5th period my hair is just a mess.

What can I do to keep my hair curled?”

Pauline, 15

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Dear Pauline,

To keep your hair curled you can do a couple of tricks. First spray your hair with hairspray before you curl it. Then use a really hot curling iron (either 1′ or 1.5′) and wrap your hair around it starting from one end of the iron and wrapping in a spiral pattern down the iron so that the entire strand of hair you are curling touches the iron.

When done curling spray all hair once again with hairspray to give them a longer lasting hold (I like the aerosol kind of hairspray).

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Dear Katie,

I was just wondering how to put eyeliner on the top eyelid.

I put it on the bottom, but I need to do it on the top because it doesn’t look right! (lol)

Could you show me how?

-Gabriella <3

Dear Gabriella,

When you put eyeliner on the top lid, you don’t want to do the entire lash line. Start just a little inside of the center of the lid and put the pencil right on the lash line. Then draw the line alone the lash line to the outer corner. The line should get a little thicker towards the outer corner of your eye.

One tip that I found VERY useful is to use a color that is not black…because black can be way too harsh for everyday use. Find a nice charcoal grey or taupe color (which goes with all eye colors) and it will really help define your eyes with out being too obvious that you are wearing eyeliner.

Make sure also that the line is blended in with your eyelashes, otherwise if there is a gap it will look funny. I will be posting your video soon on the website, so check back soon to watch your video about eyeliner!

Ok please help me I don’t no what clothes to wear I don’t know what make up to use and I wanna loose a little bit of weight fast too, but I don’t know how!!!!!!!!!!

Please, please reply back asap!

Kristy, 14

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Dear Kristy,

Sounds like you are not happy with your current self appearance. Changing everything about your looks drastically may not make you feel better neccesarily. It’s not like you are going to go out tomorrow and buy all new clothes, makeup and loose weight and then feel really good about yourself. My guess, is that even if you did go do these things there would still be something that you felt you needed to feel more beautiful. However, I know that sometimes a girl can use a little change in her look to feel fresh again….so I can give you some general tips to use as guidelines for when you do buy new clothes and makeup and lose weight.

First, when it comes to clothes, there are so many different styles, and there isn’t necessarily one that is best. You have to find clothes that you feel good in…not just what is trendy at the moment. I have found that when I buy clothes just because they are the new trend, I end up only wearing them like once then they just sit in my closet. So take your time shopping and over time you will accumulate clothes that you really like and that you feel beautiful wearing.

Second, when it comes to makeup…you say you don’t know what makeup to wear. A great idea would be to go to a salon or makeup counter and get a makeup lesson. These women are pros that can match your features and colors with the proper makeup. I really wish I had done that when I was 14! I think it would have really helped me to learn how to do my makeup right.

Thirdly. about losing weight fast…sounds like there is something coming up that you are trying to look your best for and so you want to lose some weight. If you wanna loose weight fast and keep it off here is what you do. The only way to lose weight is to burn more calories than you consume. Go running everyday for at least 30 minutes to burn some extra calories. Also, watch your diet…this doesn’t mean to count every calorie, just try to eat healthy choices like fruits, vegetables, and lean proteins such as fish and chicken. If you stay active and don’t over indulge in food, you will lose weight in no time!

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“Hi..this is my first time on here and i have been reading all the question but I’m not sure this one has been covered, well if it has I’m sorry! anyway, I need help I have two problems: How do shape your eyebrows??? I can’t do it!
Also thanks for the help of periods, i have realised that i will start soon, but you shouldn’t be in a hurry!! I’m getting there and some of my mates have started and i know i will I’m just smaller then them so i will be later!!
Lora, 13

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Dear Lora,

One of the best tips for shaping eyebrows is LESS IS MORE! I remember trying to pluck mine when I was about your age and I didn’t ask anyone how…I just kinda winged it! And I ended up plucking way more than I should have…which is VERY easy to do!

So be conservative in how much you pluck. It also depends on your natural eyebrows…do you have bushy ones or small ones? A good thing to do would be to go to a professional salon and have them shape them the first time for you (most hair salons or nail salons do this). Then after that you can just maintain them by plucking the stray hairs that grow back. I really wish I had done this before trying it on my own!

BUT if you would rather do it on your own…here are some basic guidelines of what you want to do. But please be very cautious because it is very easy to mess them up! Since eyebrows “frame” our eyes, they are an important feature of your face that enhance your eyes and can make them more bright and open.

Beginning of Eyebrow: Hold a pencil parallel to your nose,straight up-and-down and this will show you where the brow should begin. (most of the time your brow naturally begins here and there is no adjustment needed!

Arch: This is the highest point of the eyebrow and by holding a pencil from the edge of your nostril past the outer edge of your iris (the colored part of the eye) and up to the eyebrow you can pin point where the arch should be.

End of Eyebrow: The brow should end at the outer corner of your eye.

Katie

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Ok well I have trouble with my makeup. There is always something wrong =( Like if I put mascara on it looks like to much, but I do have long eyelashes.

Also I have brown eyes and don’t know what eyeshadow to wear. Should I wear my eyeshadow by what color I’m wearing that day or my skin tone???

Finally my lip color what color should I wear, I have thin, medium lips. Thank you!!! Carley, 13

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Dear Carley,

I have found the best beauty trick out there is when you stick to natural colors and use makeup to enhance your own colors. This ALWAYS turns out looking the best and most stunning. I have brown eyes too, and long eyelashes. I have found what works for me is to use a sheer foundation all over my face and eyelids as a base.

Then curl my eyelashes…it really helps open up your eyes and makes mascara look good…just make sure to only apply one coat. Also, one reason why your mascara might look to thick is because it may be drying out….you should probably replace it with a fresh mascara that will go on smoother. My favorite mascara is Maybelline intense XXL mascara…it goes on smooth and keeps my lashes curled all day!

Then on my eyelids, I keep it very neutral and with a cream color base and light coral color shade in the corners…but I apply it very subtle. It goes with everything I wear. The eye shadow is from Dior. Sometimes too much eye shadow or eye shadow that is too dark can make your eyes look sunk in.

As for your lips find a shinny clear gloss that will accentuate your natural color of your lips. I love CoverGirl WetSlicks in clear radiance! Plus it is only a few dollars! My lips are medium to small too and the clear gloss really plumps them up while my natural color compliments my facial colors the best. Its funny how nature usually knows what looks best on us!

You can always write back or send me a picture if you have any more detailed questions.

xoxo

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Hi Katie,

My hair is dry and breaking. Please help! The last time I got my hair trimmed was about two years ago and now the ends are breaking and split.

Does the fact that I haven’t gotten it trimmed have anything to do with it? If I get it trimmed or cut a little, will it fix the problem?  Please help. Thank you!             Lexi

Dear Lexi,

Yes, that is why you are getting breakage…you have gone too long with out a trim.

Just get the ends trimed to get rid of all the breakage and split ends and use a moisturizing conditioner such as Biolage and this will solve you beauty problem!

Just make sure to get a trim every couple of months…even if it is just a quarter of an inch…this will help maintain beautiful and healthy hair =)

Katie

It’s semi-long and I have a fair complextion. I’m thinking about going a little shorter.

I am open to many different ideas, im looking for a change and new style.  So what is current and hip right now?   ~  Meila

.Hi Meila,

Layers are hott right now! Try layering it esspecially in the front. It gives you a lot of fun hair to style and curl.

I have layers now and love them,,,its so versitle and gives my hair volume and style. I have gotten so many compliments. Its a great change with out loosing too much length.

Long hair is sexy and layers are a great way to keep it up to date and sylish!

Good luck!

Katie

Hi Katie,

I’m getting ready to take my school pictures next week and want a picture where it makes people just go “wow she’s pretty”!

Do you have any suggestions on my clothing, makeup, hair, etc.? It seems like school pictures always turn out awful, is there anything I can do to make it look great?
Kaylee

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Hi Kaylee!

Wear something timeless, usually a tank top or a threequarter-sleeved top in a solid color works well and always looks good.

You know when you look back at old yearbooks and laugh because you see people with their redicoulous styles that were trendy and stylish at that time!

My advice would be to keep it simple and don’t do anything drastically different to your hair or makeup than you usually do and your picure will turn out great.

Oh, and make sure to smile! That always makes a picture beautiful

xoxo

Hi Katie,

I bleached my hair a few weeks ago and now it is a light yellow blonde. I really want white/platinum blonde hair. I have used a toner and that took a lot of the yellow out but it’s still not as light as i want it. What can I do? 

Please do not tell me to go to a salon. I went to a salon to get it bleached, spent $100 just to get bright orange/blonde that I had to fix myself. I’m not going to another salon.
Please Help!        Danica

 

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Dear Danica,

Try using L’Oreal “Super Blonde” which will lighten your hair all the way…comb it through your strands evenly and make sure you leave it on long enough. (I leave it on for 45 mins to an hour, but since you have already bleached your hair you can skip this step.  But for everyone else, after using Super Blonde, wash it out thourghly and dry your hair. Once dry it will not be the exact color you want it.

It will look really pale and yellowish…this is normal, do not panic! This is the stage your hair is in right now.  So next you are going to use a semi permanent color that is light blonde or golden or ash blonde. Two of my favorites is by Revlon Colorist or Colorsilk

Comb through your hair thoughouly and leave this hair color on you hair for only 5-7 minutes and rinse.  Then, if your color is too brassy or yellow use a purple shampoo such as Shimmer Lights to tone it down…when using this shampoo, lather it really well and make sure not to leave it in too long. Only thirty seconds at a time.

If it is still too brassy or yellowish, use the purple shampoo again each day until you see the results you want. (but make sure not to over use…this will turn you hair a purplish or grayish color) If you use it in 30 second intervals you will achieve the “white or platinum” look you want.

I’ve been doing this now because to my own hair for a couple years now. I know what you mean, I could never get the salon to do it right either! Now I get it just how I want it.

If you have any trouble with using this technique, feel free to email me again and I will help you to get the results you are looking for!

xoxo

Hi Katie
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I colored my hair black about 3 months ago, my hair color naturally varies from a light blonde to a dark brunette. My hair has barely faded, I wash it at least once a day and my color will not come out, I really want my natural hair color back and fast.

Is there any product I could use once or twice a day that would help get it out faster? Or is there any other way without dying it permanently or bleaching it I can get progress??

The box said it should only last 30 washes except if i went drastically darker which i did, so i was thinking it would come out in about 60 but i know i’ve washed my hair at least 30 times and there really isn’t any change in color at all. ~ Gina

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Dear Gina, 

Black is a really harsh color and can be hard to correct…but there is a couple of things you can try.

I color my friend’s hair all the time, and her hair is naturally a sandy blonde color and we colored it a dark brown, but she didn’t like it, it came out to dark so we used this kit and it completely reversed the dark coloring and her hair looked just like it did before it was colored!

But we did it the day after we had colored it.So you may want to check to see it will still work after you have had the color in as long as you have.Good luck, hope you get your natural hair color back.

I have found over time that it really is true that the most flattering color hair on most people is the color they are born with.

Funny how nature just knows what will make us most beautiful!

xoxo

Katie

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