Even with flesh toned studs specifically designed to hide your gauges, you may find that some brands work very well for your ear type while others do not. The same is true for hairstyles and jewelry that hide your gauges. Try out each gauge-hiding technique before going into a situation where you really have to hide your gauges. A mirror will be a great asset for evaluating how natural your gauge-hiding technique works. Try not to rely on a wall mirror only, as these often miss more dynamic angles. Use a wall mirror and a handheld mirror to view your disguised gauges from many different angles. If you are using your hair to hide your gauges, try messing up your gauge hiding hairdo with your fingers. Note the point at which your gauges start becoming noticeable again. Knowing the limits of your hairdo will help you maintain it for the best possible coverage. Trusted friends and relatives will be able to see where your covering techniques or jewelry are insufficient, and may even be able to give you advice on how to hide your gauges better. Even if you're methodical with a mirror assessment, there's no replacement for another set of eyes. For the best results, you may even want to recruit people of different heights. The difference in perspective might make you aware of a part of your gauge that's peeking through your hiding technique. It might take a while before you develop the awareness necessary to keep your gauges hidden. You'll also want to avoid any gesture that draws attention to your gauges, like tugging on your ears, tucking hair behind your ears, or playing with your earlobes. Habits and absent-minded fidgeting can sometimes be difficult for you to identify on your own. You might want to recruit a friend to help you get a sense for the things you do that draw attention to your gauges.
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One-sentence summary -- Test your gauge alternatives. Get a second opinion on your hidden gauges. Practice your gauge hiding technique.

One way to let your crush see that you like him without opening your mouth is to simply lock eyes with him. Make eye contact for just one or two secondsjust enough time to show you're paying attentionand then look down at the floor or just avert your gaze. This will show your crush that you like him without being too obvious; if you simply stare at him, that may be coming on too strong. You can try this trick just one or two times when you're in the same room together, whether you're at a party or in class. Just try to be subtle about it; you don't want him to catch you staring too many times! You can even give him a small flirtatious smile to go along with the look. You don't need to give your crush an ear-to-ear grin to show him that you're interested. Simply look at him, give him a small smile, and then look away or start a conversation with him. Your smile shouldn't be too big or eager, or he may just think you're being friendly; instead, try to be a little bit mysterious when you smile at him, so you play coy while letting him know you're interested. If you really want to up your flirtation factor, you can even learn to smile with your eyes. Another way to let your crush know you like him is through some simple open body language. If your body is "open," that means that you're standing tall, face your crush, turn your feet and shoulders toward him, and keep your arms out instead of crossed over your chest. This shows your crush that you're interested in him and that you like being around him. The next time you're standing next to him or sitting next to him, make sure you're turning your body in his direction so he sees that you like him. For example, if you're talking to him and cross your legs, make sure your crossed leg is crossed toward him, not away, so you have more of an open posture. Another way to show your crush that you like him is to simply move a bit closer to him, whether you're talking to him or just hanging out at the same party. You don't need to be too forward or start close-talking or making him uncomfortable, but you should show him that you like him by simply gravitating toward him in social situations. Without being clingy, you can show your crush that you like him simply by paying a bit more attention than you do to other guys by standing next to him, sitting by him, or making sure you get a chance to chat when you're in a small group. When you do talk to him, you can make an effort to stand a bit closer or to sit a bit closer to him as the conversation progresses. If he doesn't move away but moves toward you, then this may be a sign that he returns your feelings. If you want to tell your crush you like him without blurting it out completely, one thing you can do is to give him a light touch or two. If you're talking to him or pass by him, you can give him a light touch on the shoulder or upper arm, or even playfully swat his arm if he's teasing you. If you're standing or sitting next to him, you can casually let your feet or knees touch from time to time to show him that you want to get closer. Just a bit of physical attention will let your crush know that you like him. You don't need to push it too far; just touching him once or twice during a conversation will show him that you like him. Now, this doesn't mean that you have to dress to the nines or put on a ton of makeup to get your crush's attention. However, it does mean that you should look and feel beautiful, fresh, and clean when you talk to your crush; putting an effort into your appearance will give you a boost of confidence, and it will also show your crush that you want to make a good impression on him. Make sure to wear clothes that make you feel comfortable and not to pretend to be someone you're not. If you're hanging out with your crush and just a small group of people, dressing up will show him that you've put some thought into how you look for him, which may indicate that you do have a crush on him.
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One-sentence summary --
Make eye contactand then break it. Smile. Turn your body toward your crush. Move closer to him. Break the touch barrier. Look your best.