Because our skin is constantly exposed to the harsh pollutants and chemicals in the environment, it is one of the first places we start to see physical damage. This can include premature aging, skin irritations, dry and chapped skin, and a variety of other skin conditions.

Museums will even show how makeup has been around for an incredibly long time. The ancient drawings and statues of Egyptians show just about every person with line around their eyes. That?s right; they had eyeliner even back then. The history of makeup is found in the Bible too with famous women from Biblical history .

It seems that for most of us, our vehicles tend to be an extension of ourselves. We use our cars, trucks and SUVs as extended powder rooms in which we can ?freshen up? our appearance. We also use our vehicles as bedrooms as many of us will take naps in our cars if given the chance.

Remember that the most beautiful celebrity on the red carpet and the most beautiful girl at the prom is not the one wearing the most makeup! You don''t want people to say, "Wow, great makeup." You want them to say "Wow, you look amazing!" Your makeup is there to bring out your natural beauty.

It is usually applied with a brush, and is typically shown to be 'buffed' into the skin. This technique forces the makeup into your pores, which is never a good thing. A technique that works with better quality mineral makeup which we'll discuss later is to 'dust" the makeup on, instead of 'buffing' it.

Although it looks white in the package, setting powder goes on clear. Its job is to soak up any excess oil on your face, so it need only be applied to any oily sections. Since it''s clear, it can be applied either before or after your make up, so you can always dust away any oily spots throughout the day. Apply by dusting over the oily areas of your face with a fully bodied brush.

Makeup removers are in a tough spot. No one wants to have their makeup start sliding down their face halfway through the day, so we usually buy makeup that is known to be long-lasting and smear resistant- which means that they are difficult to remove. What you want from a makeup remover is the ability to fully remove your makeup

And don''t forget your mouth! Lipstick is a forgivingly easy makeup to put on, but it looks so much better when you do it with care. To get the best results out of your lip-color of choice, apply it with a soft lip-brush. If will give you the clean lines that make your mouth look luscious and sweet.

Do you want to break out that cute short skirt, but you''re worried a varicose vein might show? Did you put that halter top back in the closet just because of a pimple on your back? We all have a flaw or unattractive blemish somewhere, but it shouldn''t be holding you back- and with a good body makeup, it won''t be!

"With the exception of color additives and a few prohibited ingredients, a cosmetic manufacturer may, on his own responsibility, use essentially any raw material as a cosmetic ingredient and market that product without approval.