48 March 2014 www.womanthismonth.com Your Questions Answered BEAUTY | advice Q: What is the best way to apply facial cream? A: The first step is to wash your face with a product that suits your skin type. Then start with the facial cream. A golden tip is to apply it in small amounts, so your skin doesn’t end up feeling heavy. With the tips of your fingers, start with the middle of the face and slowly massage the cream upwards. On the forehead, put the product between the eyebrows and move it outwards. For the eyes, make circular motions. Move downwards from the upper part of the nose towards the nostrils in the direction of the temples. Apply a bit of cream on the upper lip and move towards to the cheeks. From the lower lip, move to your chin. Don’t forget the neck region; apply the cream moving towards your face. Monique Lhuillier Our fashion and beauty editor will answer all your queries every month. Write to her at [email protected] for more tips and tricks. Q: What is the difference between BB, CC and DD creams? A: They are all facial creams that work as a moisturiser, anti-ageing agent, primer and foundation with SPF protection. However, they have different goals as a beauty product. BB cream is short for blemish and balm. It is good option for young women looking for general protection with the added bonus of inbuilt make-up. CC creams are packed with vitamins C and E, focused on colour correction. This is meant for those ladies with acne-prone, dull skin with prominent dark spots or constant redness. DD creams target wrinkles and other ageing lines. Q: Can I still wear my deep red lipstick in spring/summer? A: Accordingly to the New York Fashion Week beauty trend, all signals are green! While the shows in Paris, Milan and London showed more natural and rosy lips, the American fashion capital chose bright and deep hues. So, I say you leave it in your handbag! Q: I would like to start wearing more prints. Where do I begin? A: Floral summery pieces are a great way to introduce prints to your wardrobe. Small ones are subtle and easier to mix and match. However, if you are ready to take a risk, choose tops and dresses in bright shades to spice up your look.
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