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month Peter Lamas will answer selected questions in his Make Me Over column.
To submit your question, please follow the link at the bottom of this
page.
Q:
I'm confused! How do I select the
best foundation for my skin when there are so many
different options available?
Jamie,
Florida
Peter Answers: Please read the article I wrote entitled
"Laying The Right Foundation". It will enlighten you on how to
properly choose and apply the right foundation.
Click here to access article.
Q:
My nose and cheeks have very visible
pores. How can I get rid of them?
Tina,
Arizona
Peter Answers: Unfortunately there is no way to make large
pores look smaller. What I recommend is the use of a very effective
cleanser, one that clears out imbedded dirt and impurities besides
removing just makeup, but not one that disturbs the pH balance
of your skin. Do this twice daily, morning and night, and cleanse
your face daily, morning and night. By doing this, you will keep
the pores clean, preventing them from clogging as they normally
do because of oils and skin exfoliation, which have a tendency
to make the pores seem larger.
After rinsing off your cleanser, apply a cold rinse, as cold as
possible. That will help close the pores temporarily. Remember,
pores do not change their size, you can only try to keep them
as clean as possible so that they do not appear visible at the
opening.
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Q:
What kind of water temperature should
I use to wash my hair?
Annetta,
Selangor
Peter Answers: You should always wash your hair with tepid
water - meaning warm and comfortable. And after, thoroughly rinse
out the shampoo and conditioner, if you use any. The final rinse
should be done with colder water - as cold as you can bear it.
That will provide a more silky shiny finish - sealing the porous
cuticles in your hair strands. Be careful not to use a harsh shampoo
with too much detergent. This could lead to dry hair. Also, if
your hair is long, use a little bit of conditioner, working it
from the ends to the middle of your hair strands, but go no further.
Rinse that out thoroughly, and before towel drying, comb it through
starting at the ends and working up toward the scalp. Then towel
dry your hair, and repeat combing it through - to detangle again.
Q:
Last week I went to my hair stylist
and she over-highlighted my hair.
Some strands look grey/white. I'm very unhappy and I don't know
what to do.
Should I use a commercial product to correct?
Desiree,
USA
Peter Answers: Color is one of the most delicate procedures
you can have done to your hair. Because it is chemically based,
and timing is so very important, you need to be in the care of
a good hair colorist - especially when adding highlights.
Your hair should never be stripped to the point where it turns
gray/white, because this can damage your hair and make you appear
older. Seek a qualified colorist where you live who can help you
tone the streaks that have been overly highlighted. By toning
the hair it will fill in, by adding a more golden blond effect.
Make sure to continue conditioning your hair that by now has probably
been over-processed.
As far as a commercial product is concerned, I do not recommend
you trying any corrective procedure on your own. You could cause
more damage then the damage you've incurred already. I repeat,
don't try a house remedy. Good luck Desiree, and take good care.
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