Q: Sometimes a less-is-more makeup routine can be the best option for an older, more professional look. Contouring is great if you're going for a dramatic style, but with a natural look, you'll be highlighting your features in a more subtle way to come across as confident and mature. Instead of using layers of foundation or highlighter to sharpen your features, like you would with contouring, a natural look will play up your angles in a softer way, using blush and powder. Use a pigment-matching concealer over any breakouts or dark undereye circles, dabbing on just a small amount with the applicator. Use as little as possible, since caking on cover-up just emphasizes problem areas. For blemishes, dab on a bit and blend it with your fingers. Build up thin layers if you need more coverage. For circles, swipe the applicator just under your eyes and pat it with your fingers to blend it in. Face oils build up throughout the day, which can make your face seem shinynot a great look if you're trying to seem older or more mature. To prevent this, use a brush to swirl on a bit of oil-absorbing powder in the same shade as your skin. Blend it in a circular motion for a smooth, non-powdery look. On your cheeks, you want a natural, subtle flush that's just enough to highlight your cheekbones but isn't too bright or youthful. Swipe on your blush in a C-shape, from just below your cheekbones to your temples, to subtly define the angles of your face. Choose a warm peach or pink color and use a soft brush to apply it to your cheeks. To make it easier to find and shade in your cheekbones, suck your cheeks in and apply the blush. For your eyes, choose a soft, brownish shade that's a little darker in hue than your natural skin tone. Use your eyeshadow brush to apply it into the creases and along your lower lashes. Make sure it's fully blended, with no hard edges. If you want to make your eyes pop even more, apply the shadow to the middle of your eyelid, your brow bones, and the inner corner of your eye. The more definition you have, especially around your eyes, the older and more mature you'll look. Use a soft gray or brown eyeliner and dot it in between your top lashes for a subtle line that will really make your eyes pop. Then, apply 2 coats of mascara to your top lashes and one coat on just the roots of your bottom lashes. If your eyelashes are blonde, use brown mascara. If they're dark, use a brown-black shade. Avoid coating your bottom lashes in mascara, which can look spidery and less professional. An eye pencil eyeliner, as opposed to a liquid eyeliner, typically works better for this approach. Look for a lip shade that exactly matches your natural color, like a light berry color. Instead of applying it directly from the tube, which can be harder to control, swipe a fingertip across the stick and then press the color into your lips. Start in the center and blend outwards for an even, natural look.
A: Try a natural look for a mature, professional tone. Apply concealer over blemishes or dark circles. Blend in some powder if your face gets shiny. Use a warm blush to define your cheeks. Shade your eyelids with a color slightly darker than your skin. Define your lids with eyeliner and mascara. Apply a berry lipstick for a mature look that's still natural.

Q: with your friends. This is a great way to spend a night and have fun. Tell ghost stories outdoors and cook s'mores over a bonfire if the weather is nice. Have a movie marathon and play board games if your sleepover is indoors. Take a trip to the park or the beach with your friends. Lay out a big blanket and share snacks and drinks. Play some music on a radio or iPod to enjoy the afternoon. together. Find a recipe in a cookbook or online, and bake something with friends. Be sure to gather all of the ingredients first. Sometimes, cooking with friends is a recipe for disaster, but it always results in a great memory. If using the oven or cooking implements that don't belong to you, be sure to first get permission. If you are traveling to another country or city, then go to many different venues and attractions. Don't restrict your visit to malls and restaurants. Ask people who live in the area for advice on what to see and do. If you are staying in your city or town during the summer, try to approach your own neighborhood as if you were a tourist. Try a new restaurant, take a walk, or go somewhere you have never been.
A: Have a sleepover Plan a picnic. Cook a meal Explore!

Q: An audition piece is meant to give the director a taste of your abilities. Two to three minutes is plenty long for an audition. If your piece is shorter, you can spend more time memorizing each part. Usually, auditions will have a time limit. Research what the limit is beforehand and practice to keep well within it. You will feel less anxious if you don't feel rushed. Practice your piece until you can go through it without a script. You will appear much more confident to the casting director if you come without notes. This will let you focus less on the words and more on the emotions you want to convey. Don't want until the week or night before to memorize your piece. Practice a little every day to avoid stage fright or forgetting your part. If the audition involves a cold reading (where the crew gives you a piece that you've never read before), practice cold readings at home. You will appear confident if you know how to work with lines on the spot. If you have run through your audition piece inside and out, you will feel much more confident in your abilities. Treat each practice run like the real audition. Don't start over if you mess up. Instead, take a moment to compose yourself, and keep going. When you practice your piece, run through it in front of other people. Practicing alone and in front of others will feel different. Work on them with a coach, close friend, or a fellow performer. Accustom yourself to the feeling of being watched. Tell them you want their honest opinion, and solicit them for constructive criticism if they offer praise. If you're aware of weak places, you can improve them before the audition. If you struggle with anxiety before auditions, let your coach or acting friend know. They can tell you what works for them and give advice based on your personality.
A: Keep your piece short. Memorize your part. Do a mock audition. Ask your peer or mentor for advice.

Q: Dip a soft, microfiber cloth in your paste. Use this to rub paste onto the brass. Cover the full surface, especially targeting areas that are smudged and stained. A vinegar paste should sit on your brass for about an hour. After applying the paste, set a timer for an hour to let the paste sit. Make sure the brass is undisturbed while you let the paste set. You can place the brass in a cabinet or cupboard so it's out of reach. If you're cleaning brass on something like a doorknob, make sure other household members know not to touch the doorknob while the brass is soaking in the paste. Use a damp cloth to rinse the paste off your brass. When you're done, the brass should be clean and smudge free. Make sure to rinse the paste off completely to avoid damaging the brass. Remember to use a softer cloth. Abrasive cloths or sponges, like steel wool, can scratch brass. Make sure to dry the brass thoroughly. Leaving it wet can cause damage. Rub your brass down with a dry, soft cloth until it's dry to the touch.
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Apply your paste to the brass. Allow the paste to sit for an hour. Rinse your brass. Dry your brass.