Q: Going to look at makeup is really exciting, but it can also be overwhelming because there are so many choices. When you're new to makeup, you don't really need that many items. Start with the basics, then add more things as you figure out what you like. Here are the key items you'll need for your beginner makeup kit: Tinted moisturizer Bronzer Blush Eyeshadow palette with natural shades Lip gloss or tinted lip balm Mascara Makeup sponge and brushes - beauty blender/sponge (optional), powder brush, fan brush, eyeshadow brush if you want to even out your skin tone. Use your fingers or a beauty blender/sponge to dab the tinted moisturizer onto your skin. Start at your nose and blend out toward the edges of your face. Keep blending when your reach your hairline and jawline so that there's not a harsh line around the edge of your face. Tinted moisturizer is great because it evens out your skin tone but isn't cakey. It's okay to skip this step if you just want to add a little color to your cheeks, eyes, and lips. that matches your skin tone over blemishes. After you put on your tinted moisturizer, put a dot of concealer onto your fingertip. Then, gently dab the product directly onto pimples, red patches, or dark circles. Use your fingertip to blend the edges of the concealer until they aren't noticeable. Don't rub the concealer, as this will make it come off the pimple. You can use concealer with or without tinted moisturizer. You may need to reapply your concealer throughout the day to keep it in place. onto your forehead, nose, and chin for a sunkissed look. Use a fantail brush because it will apply a light layer of product. Get a little bronzer onto the brush, then tap it to knock off excess product. Lightly sweep the bronzer across the top of your forehead. Then, dip and tap your brush again before sweeping it across your nose. Finally, apply a light sweep of bronzer along your jawline. This step is optional, so it's okay to skip it. Don't apply more than 1 light sweep of bronzer or your face will look muddy. If you have light skin, stick to a pale bronzer. For medium skin, choose a tan or sunkissed bronzer. If you have a dark skin tone, choose a deep or chocolate color. Pick a pink, rose, or peach color. Get a little blush onto your powder brush, then tap it against the container to knock off the excess. Next, lightly brush the blush onto the apples of your cheeks. Apply 1-2 layers of blush to enhance your natural beauty. If you have a light skin tone, pick a pale shade. Medium skin tones pair best with medium shades, while darker skin tones look best with deeper shades. The apples of your cheeks are the roundest part of your cheeks. They're usually right below your eyes and will get bigger when you smile. shade over your eyelids. Use an eyeshadow brush to apply the eyeshadow, even if your product came with a brush. Get a little shadow onto your brush, then tap it to remove the excess. Start at the inner corner of your eye and lightly pull the brush across your eyelid. For your second layer, start at the outer corner of your eye and sweep the brush toward the inner corner of your eye. When you're first starting to wear makeup, pick colors like tan, light brown, pink, and peach. Lighter skin tones look best with light shades, while medium skin tones should stick to medium shades. Darker skin tones will pair best with a deeper shade. Hold your mascara brush at the base of your eyelashes, then slowly pull up through your lashes. Make several swipes if necessary to coat all of your lashes. However, don't apply more than 1 layer. Don't pump your mascara because this gets air into the tube, which can make bacteria grow. Pick a rose, pink, or peach color for a little tint, or stick to a clear balm or gloss. If you're using lip balm, apply it to your lips straight from the tube. With lip gloss, use the wand that came with your gloss to apply a light layer of product onto your lips. Then, rub your lips together to make sure the balm or gloss is evenly applied. While roses, pinks, and peaches are a great color for everyone, the shade can vary depending on your skin tone. For lighter skin tones, go with a pale shade. Medium skin tones can go with a neutral shade, while dark skin tones pair best with a deeper shade. Use lip balm if you want a subtle look or applied a color on your eyes. If you want to play up your lips, try a gloss.
A: Build your everyday makeup kit. Apply a tinted moisturizer Dab a concealer Sweep bronzer Use a powder brush to sweep blush onto the apples of your cheeks. Sweep 1-2 layers of a neutral eyeshadow Apply a single coat of mascara on your top lashes to enhance your eyes. Swipe on a tinted lip balm or lip gloss.

Q: Before you start an exercise program, make sure to check with your doctor and ask if it's safe for you to stretch and strengthen your elbow and the connecting muscles and tendons. Otherwise, you may delay your healing or injure yourself further. To do this, straighten out your affected arm so that it is perpendicular to your torso and hold your hand and fingers out straight as well. Turn your arm so that your palm is facing the ground. Use your opposite hand to grasp your fingertips and gently pull them down towards the ground until you feel a slight stretch in your forearm. Hold this for 15 seconds. Repeat the stretch 2 to 4 times daily. To do this, straighten out your affected arm perpendicular to your torso with your hand and fingers out straight as well. Turn your arm so that your palm is facing up. Use your opposite hand to grasp your fingertips and gently pull them down towards the ground until you feel a slight stretch on the underside of your forearm. Hold this for 15 seconds. Repeat this stretch 2 to 4 times daily. Grasp the tennis ball or sock in the hand of your affected arm. Squeeze the ball and hold the squeeze for 6 seconds. Then, release the squeeze and relax your hand for 10 seconds. Do 8 to 12 repetitions 2 to 4 times daily. Sit down and lay your affected arm flat on a table or desk. Position your wrist and hand so they're hanging over the edge of the surface. Then, turn your forearm on its side, so that you're positioned to shake someone's hand. With your fingers out straight, move your hand up and down. Repeat the up and down motion 8 to 12 times 2 to 4 times daily. Don't lift your forearm off of the table while you do this. to build muscle in your arm and around your elbow. While seated or standing, hold a dumbbell in your hand with your arm down at your side. Position your hand so that your palm is facing forward. Then, slowly raise the dumbbell up towards your chest. Hold for 3 seconds, then slowly lower it back down to the start position. Repeat this 8 to 12 times and do 2 to 4 sets twice per week. Make sure to get your doctor or physical therapist's clearance before you do bicep curls.
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Get clearance from your doctor before beginning an exercise routine. Perform a wrist extensor stretch to stretch the back of your forearm. Do a wrist flexor stretch to stretch the underside of your forearm. Squeeze a tennis ball or sock to strengthen your forearm muscles. Move your hand up and down with your arm flat against a table to strengthen your wrist. Do bicep curls