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BEAUTY & EDITORIAL MAKEUP

If you’re like many women and men you are confused about how to choose the proper skin care. Or maybe you have some knowledge of what is available but you are not sure what is a good choice for you. Cosmetics come in many forms and deciding which is good for you is often a matter of personal taste. However, in order to make a good decision here is some basic information that you should know.

 

Cleansers are used to cleanse the skin of impurities and restore it to its natural oil balance.

 

TYPES OF CLEANSERS

  • Soap: Almost everyone uses it. If you have dry or oily skin be sure your soap is helping correct the problem. Medicated soaps are meant for acne and problem skin, hypoallergenic soaps are meant for sensitive skin and there are drying soaps for oily skin and oily soaps for dry skin. If you have problem skin it is best to see a dermatologist.

  • Liquid Cleansers: made for all types of skin. A good cleanser goes deep into the pores to loosen and lift excess oil and makeup.

  • Creams: used for dry skin

  • Pad Cleansers: thick wad of absorbent material and are good for touch ups throughout the day.

  • Grains: coarse cleansers that are used for oily skin

  • Refreshers: complete the cleansing process. They help tone; sooth and re-hydrate the skin keep complexions clear and clean.

TYPES OF REFRESHERS

  • Astringents: meant for oily and normal skin types. They usually have alcohol as an ingredient that will stimulate the complexion and close the pores. This is not a product to use on dry skin.

  • Toners: mild refreshers and are meant for normal and dry skin.

  • Fresheners: recommended for dry, sensitive or problem skin

  • Moisturizers: Replenishes moisture and nourishes the skin

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Beauty starts with basic skin care and a good understanding of skin types is an important skill for a beauty advisor. She should know how age affects skin and how to treat problem skin types. She has complete knowledge of the skin-care product line that she's selling and what each product can do for her customer's skin. This allows her to give a comprehensive recommendation of products that will help to enhance her customers' skin.

 

Touching the customer's skin and applying cosmetics are usually part of the department store beauty advisor's job. She can choose which cosmetics will enhance her customer's looks. Her duties often include giving a customer a make-over. Having a comprehensive knowledge of how to apply cosmetics to faces of various shapes and coloring is an important quality for a beauty advisor.

 

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