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Sometimes Less Is Not More: A Fabulous Guide to Fabulous Makeup

Author : Kerri Thomson

Publisher : Lulu.com

Page : 109 pages

File Size : 36,93 MB

Release : 2005-11

Category : Health & Fitness

ISBN : 1411657055

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From the back cover: Stuck in a makeup rut? Tired of makeup books packed full of pretty pictures but precious little by way of useful information? Searching for something that gives you the straight up goods about applying makeup, without boring you to tears?Well ladies, look no further. Your suffering is over.This handy little guide not only gives you step-by-step instructions on how to achieve the makeup looks that work best for you, but also provides you with a crash course from the basics on up. Not to mention little tips and tricks to help you along the way. And it does all of this with few distracting pictures and some snappy banter reminiscent of a good girly night out. If those girls were drag queens, that is



The Fab Mom's Guide

Author : Jill Simonian

Publisher : Simon and Schuster

Page : 244 pages

File Size : 35,46 MB

Release : 2017-04-04

Category : Family & Relationships

ISBN : 1510715185

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Bouncing back fast after having a baby is absolutely possible for anyone! Affectionately known as The FAB Mom on-air and online, Jill Simonian uses her trusted and entertaining expertise to set expecting and new moms on a distinctive, no-frills journey to help them “get over the bump” and bounce back fast after having a baby. Jill’s frank tricks, somewhat against-the-grain tips, and laugh-out-loud tales involving famous names provide first-time moms a unique roadmap for managing and conquering the lifestyle challenges a newborn often brings. The FAB Mom’s Guide offers a motivational style and practical solutions to inform, inspire, and empower even the most uncertain of new moms. From hanging an oversized mirror in your kitchen to opting out of nursing to spending entire days wearing only your underwear and beyond, Jill Simonian can help a new mother get organized, have fun, and feel in-control, happy, and reinvented within six months of having a baby. Encouraging women to tune out the drama and arming them with useful talk and tools to minimize exhaustion and maximize focus, Jill uncovers and reshapes the status quo for how FAB (an acronym for: Focused After Babies) a new mom’s sense of self and life can truly be.



Special Makeup Effects for Stage and Screen

Author : Todd Debreceni

Publisher : Taylor & Francis

Page : 530 pages

File Size : 34,75 MB

Release : 2013

Category : Performing Arts

ISBN : 024081696X

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Transforming an actor into a character for film or theater takes a great deal of skill, prowess, and creativity, and in this new edition, author Todd Debreceni empowers you with just those qualities. From his years of film, TV, and theatrical experience, he shows you tips and techniques that will have you applying your own makeup effects like a pro in no time. Along with walking you through genre-specific considerations (horror, fantasy, sci-fi, and so on) Todd also teaches you about the gear you will need, how to maintain your kit, how to take care of the actor's skin, how to airbrush properly when HD is involved, and so much more. Learn how to sculpt and mold your own makeup prosthetics, with a focus on how human anatomy relates to sculpture, to create the most realistic effects. Recipes scattered throughout the book show you exactly what you need and how to use it, helping you to create the best SFX makeup applications. Case studies feature some of the world's top makeup effects artists including Steve Wang, Thom Flouts, Ve Neill, Neill Gorton, Greg Nicotero, Kazuhiro Tsuji, Jordu Schell, Howard Berger, Matthew Mungle, Christien Tinsely, Vittorio Sodano, and Tami Lane. Put your new techniques into practice right away and see how some of the looks from the book were achieved with the step-by-step tutorials on the companion website, www.focalpress.com/cw/debreceni. New to this edition: * Animatronics * Specialty contact lenses * Collapsible core molds * Contoured or conforming molds * Making resin and silicone eyes * Even MORE information about silicone rld's top makeup effects artists including Steve Wang, Thom Flouts, Ve Neill, Neill Gorton, Greg Nicotero, Kazuhiro Tsuji, Jordu Schell, Howard Berger, Matthew Mungle, Christien Tinsely, Vittorio Sodano, and Tami Lane. Put your new techniques into practice right away and see how some of the looks from the book were achieved with the step-by-step tutorials on the companion website, www.focalpress.com/cw/debreceni. New to this edition: * Animatronics * Specialty contact lenses * Collapsible core molds * Contoured or conforming molds * Making resin and silicone eyes * Even MORE information about silicone



The Bridesmaid Guide

Author : Kate Chynoweth

Publisher : Chronicle Books

Page : 148 pages

File Size : 34,68 MB

Release : 2002-11

Category : Family & Relationships

ISBN : 9780811833004

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A whimsical but practical guide for the prospective bridesmaid covers everthing from how to throw the perfect bridal shower to the best ways to support the bride on her wedding day.



The Smart Cookies' Guide to Making More Dough and Getting Out of Debt

Author : The Smart Cookies

Publisher : Delacorte Press

Page : 229 pages

File Size : 37,32 MB

Release : 2008-09-30

Category : Business & Economics

ISBN : 0440338050

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Let The Smart Cookies show you how to eliminate debt, spend smarter, save better, and achieve financial freedom—without sacrificing your social life or your sanity! They were five dynamic young women: smart, successful—and secretly drowning in debt. Inspired by an episode of The Oprah Winfrey Show on personal finance, Andrea, Angela, Katie, Robyn, and Sandra formed a money club, together developing strategies for turning their finances around. Just one year later they had dramatically improved their financial situations—and had made major developments in their careers, relationships, and life goals to boot. Their proven recipe for success has since been featured on The Oprah Winfrey Show, MSNBC, and in the New York Daily News. How did they do it? These five women—with varied careers in marketing, public relations, social work, and TV production—joined forces to create a fun, simple, effective strategy for achieving financial success, forming a money club and supporting each other every step of the way. Now, in this extraordinary hands-on guide, the women, who soon dubbed themselves The Smart Cookies, share the secrets of their success. Weaving anecdotes from their own lives with practical, how-to advice, The Smart Cookies offer strategies that cut across the financial spectrum, whether you’re deeply in debt or just want to manage your money better. Tackling the unique financial challenges facing women today, they offer easy-to-follow advice on everything from creating a spending plan to boosting your income to starting your own money club.



The Queer Eye Guide: How to Love Yourself the Fab Five Way

Author : Penguin Workshop

Publisher : Penguin

Page : 130 pages

File Size : 45,1 MB

Release : 2020-05-26

Category : Young Adult Nonfiction

ISBN : 059309509X

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This insightful and detailed guide will help middle schoolers and high schoolers survive adolescence . . . with style! Whether you're craving some advice on after-school snacks or what to wear to prom, looking for a bedroom make-better, or searching for ways to work what you've got to become your best self, get ready to celebrate all the things that make you you with a little help from The Fab Five!



Turbo-Mom's Guide to Saving Money Without Wasting Time

Author : Kristin Delfau

Publisher : Aji Publishing

Page : 274 pages

File Size : 25,17 MB

Release : 2009

Category : Business & Economics

ISBN : 0979478138

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Book Description

Delfau provides well-researched straightforward advice and guidance on insurance, taxes, and investments direct from the tax and financial professionals.



Be Your Own Makeup Artist

Author : Natalie Setareh

Publisher :

Page : 114 pages

File Size : 42,10 MB

Release : 2019-06-28

Category : Health & Fitness

ISBN : 9781733271806

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You DESERVE to know how to wear makeup. Period. This 60+ page manual contains everything you need to know to become your own makeup artist.That doesn't mean you have to wear makeup everyday. You don't even have to wear a lot of makeup when you choose to. However, knowing how to wear makeup for those special occasions of your life is such an important skillset. Profit-driven beauty brands, influencers, YouTube celebrities, and, well, you get the idea have stepped in and taken over -- not anymore!



Beauty Reinvented

Author : Nikol Johnson

Publisher :

Page : 121 pages

File Size : 11,28 MB

Release : 2018-11-07

Category :

ISBN : 9781726890199

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Going gray in your thirties is not easy. It's not what society says is right or OK. I wanted to share my journey with women all over the world and let you know by example that it's OK to be your authentic self no matter what society says. It's time to break the beauty rules Ladies and embrace your authentic self. It's time that we stop making excuses, stop being insecure and buying into the advertisements, glossy magazines, and commercials that only show women with colored hair. In this book, I will show you how to conquer your fear of the unknown and taboo world of going gray, build self-confidence that stands out in a crowd and embrace your authentic self. You will be one strong, fierce, bold woman ready to welcome your gorgeous gray once you finish this book. I will hold your hand through all of the emotional ups and downs because I have been there, I will give you the strength to keep moving forward when you are down and feeling "frumpy and old" I will pick you up and make you feel alive and beautiful again. Packed with self-assessments, humor, and grit. I will share my expert beauty secrets that will help you with your transition into new makeup color palettes, and of course, the best skin care and hair care tips to keep you on point. I am sharing interviews with real women that have gone gray and what their experiences have been and great advice for you in your gray hair journey. Sit back, get comfortable and celebrate yourself with one of my signature cocktails at the beginning of each chapter. I am not going to tell you that going gray will be an easy journey but I am here for you every step of the way, and together you will be able to get encouraging new advice that will allow you to push through the bumps in the uncomfortable gray road ahead. Are you ready to say YES to your gray hair journey? Well then, Ladies. Let's Get This Beauty Started.



The African American Woman's Guide to Successful Makeup and Skincare

Author : Alfred Fornay

Publisher : Turner Publishing Company

Page : 179 pages

File Size : 41,39 MB

Release : 2008-04-21

Category : Health & Fitness

ISBN : 0470313285

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The Ultimate Guide to Successful Makeup and Skincare for Every Woman of Color Who Wants to Look and Feel Her Best * A complete listing of cosmetic products, tools to use, and professional techniques to design your best look * The best products for your skin type and the best colors for your complexion * What corrective beauty products to buy and what regular skincare regimen to follow * Solutions to your beauty problems, including nutrition, nail care, and hair care * Great advice from the women whose looks you love "This is the book we've been waiting for. Fornay is a master." -Susan Taylor, Essence magazine "This wonderful book will empower you to be knowledgeable, well-groomed, confident, and successful. It's the ultimate guide for every woman of color who wants to radiate her beauty." -Upscale magazine "Alfred Fornay has exemplified perfection in the beauty and fashion industry. His style, e'lan, and foresight have been emulated by countless others." -Naomi Sims, superstar model; author, All About Health and Beauty for the Black Woman "Before black women knew which way to turn, where to look to affirm their beauty, and find the tools to enhance their beauty, there was Alfred, setting the pace." -Constance White, former style reporter, the New York Times; author, Style Noir This internationally acclaimed makeup and skincare handbook and guide has shown thousands and thousands of women how to successfully present their own unique beauty.