TEENAGE TIPS

• Cleanse, tone AND MOISTURISE! - Even if you have oily skin! Many girls avoid moisturisers because they believe they contain oils which promote spots. In fact if you choose a moisturiser that contains 'purifying oils' you will reap the benefits of well nourished skin without spot problems. I recommend Decleor Aroma Purete for combination skin or Decleor hydra floral for normal skin.
• Make up remover wipes are handy, particularly for girls on the go! So take them on sleepovers for quick, mess-free make up removal but avoid using them for prolonged periods. Wipes do not replace a proper skin care regime...think mouth wash as an alternative to brushing teeth. Exactly, you wouldn't!
• Lip gloss compliments young, fresh skin perfectly. Don't be tempted to try dark or bright red matt lipsticks...you did that when you played dressing up as mum ten years ago...you don't want the same effect now! Vaseline has the same light reflecting instant plumping effect for even the thinnest lips so keep a travel size handy and reapply, reapply, reapply!
• UV rays are a big No! Sun exposure causes premature ageing and wrinkles can develop even in the early 20s with too much sun. Thankfully pale, pasty skin is a thing of the past for teens now the shelves are bursting with easy-to-use, skin nourishing creams and daily moisturisers containing hints of tanning colour that allow a safe, healthy glow to develop with continual use. No years of expertise needed!
• If you are particularly sensitive about the size of your nose, summer is the best time of the year for you! Trendy sunglasses and large brimmed hats look fabulous teamed with skinnys and flip flops and will dramatically reduce appearance of a larger nose. Uber stylish, uber clever!
• Sparse lashes? Zig zag your mascara brush! Whatever brand of mascara you choose it's the application that gives thicker longer looking lashes. Start at the base of the lashes (brush under not over lashes) and keeping the brush in contact with lashes at all times, zig zag from side to side as you move up the lash. This movement separates and coats each lash at the same time, for maximum coverage and instantly thicker, bolder lashes.
• Everyone has sad skin days. The moment you notice an obvious spot, cover with a medicated concealer and re-style your hair! Friends' attention goes straight to what's new, so all focus will be on your hair not on your blemish! Choose low ponytail over one shoulder or crimp and gently backcomb underneath for a gorgeously messy morning look. MAC and STILA have great concealers for all skin tones light and dark.

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This Months Beauty Expert Emily Johns Emily studied French and Italian at Jesus College, Oxford, has worked in global information communications and has also squeezed in the time to become a fully qualified teacher in modern languages. Emily is Beauty Marketing Director for French beauty salon business Cannelle

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