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xo,
Cheri

Hi! I’m not sure if this has been discussed on Chictopia, but the question addresses double-eyelids for asian girls. I’m Taiwanese, and possess a set of oh-so-very-lovely-single eyelids

For those who don’t know, double-eyelids is that crease you have on your eyes which makes your eyes look bigger, for those with singles you don’t have that crease and in general your eyes look smaller and a tad poofier.

I know a lot of girls have double-eyelid surgery:
http://www.gonomad.com/readuponit/uploaded_images/patient_asian1-731023.jpg

or use eyelid tape/glue/collagen strip.

what is your opinion on this? if you’re a double what do you think of singles? and if you’re singles how do you feel and are there any ways or tips you’d use to get double-eye lids via tape or glue?

Hello everyone!

I'm new here, but from what I saw, this place might be the perfect solution to some of my problems!

I have a few questions regarding facial care products. First, I have a rather oily skin, and ocasional pimples on my forehead, which are a nightmare for me. If you have a similar issue, could you recomend me some good skin cleaning products that had good results with you?

Second question is about makeup primers. I never had one and I'm thinking of giving it a try. Do they actually make a difference? What should I consider when choosing a primer?

Hey everyone. I’m looking for a new winter coat, I’m tired of the whole trench and pea coat look! Any ideas for a new coat style or trend??

Greetings members. My name is Sophia Lewis, a skin care specialist from California. As all of us know that skin plays an important role in one's life. I am here to interact and share my experience as well as to learn some latest skin care tips.

I’m not even sure if skin lightening is the correct description of the product… skin whitening? bleaching? But I’m just learning about this area since I started seeing light freckles appear on the bridge of my nose and would like to use a product to “erase” them. From the stuff I’ve looked up, hydroquinone is identified as a carcinogen and the alternative to that is Alpha Arbutin I think? I would rather use the alternative and wonder if anyone has names, brands, stores, etc… as suggestions!

Does anyone have dark sunspot on their faces? I am in my mid twenties and I think I just started to develop two. I have heard that Asian girls use “whitening” products to get ride of them, but I don’t necessarily want my face to get whiter. Any tips?

Hi all,

I’m around 32 now and I’m looking to do top surgery, for that I found one clinic in Mississauga ( Mclean clinic ) but I’m worried about the elasticity of my skin. I had a doubt whether I can do this or not. I enquired with some of my close friends and I got a positive response from everyone. But, I’ve read in a blog that, if your skin is loose then surgery may be difficult to perform. I am not sure as to what can be done! Should I consult with my surgeon? Is there any hope? Need your thoughts.

  i woudl like to clip my nails more often than i remove and re- color them

http://www.organizedchaosonline.com/2013/07/09/protect-your-hair-while-eating-noodles/

i’ve decided that it’s time for me to start wearing false eyelashes. i love a well-defined eye. probably from all the french new wave i watch. oh anna karina…

anyway, i was hoping that some people with experience in this department would give me their suggestions on which eyelashes they purchase and which adhesives and removers (if any) that they use. i’m relatively inexperienced in this area, so any advice is helpful. even in the arena of technique and application.

thanks in advance!

Natural Eye Makeup Remover
If you’re like me, then using harsh eye makeup removers is going to cause more harm than good. Not only do I have sensitive skin, but the skin around the eyes is highly sensitive and delicate. The chemicals in traditional eye makeup remover are effective at taking the makeup off, but it is also effective at chemically burning and potentially scarring the skin. On top of that, they tend to be expensive. So here I have for you a natural alternative that uses only one ingredient: extra virgin olive oil.
What you’ll need:
• 2 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
• Cotton facial pads
• Small plate
What to do:
Put the olive oil on a shallow plate. Take your cotton pads and put it in your olive oil. Gently remove makeup. Cleanse face with your regular gentle facial cleanser immediately afterwards.
How it works:
This simple ingredient makes all the difference when it comes to makeup removal. Olive oil cuts through the colors and dyes of makeup effectively while moisturizing the delicate skin around the eyes. Olive oil will also condition your eyelashes making them stronger. This inexpensive makeup remover is effective and treats your skin as well, another double whammy!

I’ve recently been considering using anti aging creams, but most people tell me I’m too young to start. I’m only 19, but in my opinion your never too young to keep some of your youth. What are some of your opinions on this subject?

Hey guys,

I'm having trouble finding a quality-made hairbrush. I need a new hair brush that actually detangles and not pull my hair just to take the knots out. I have long, semi-thick hair. Any hair brush brands you guys recommend?

Thanks Chictopians (:

I recently found out about colourpop.com they have $5 lipsticks (or they would call them lippie stix). I actually ordered them 2 weeks ago and they arrived last week. OMG! The color comes out so well. I got Brink and Creature and I was so surprised that I actually matched Brink, which is a mauve color.

Did you guys have any recommendations for good lipsticks under $10?

I’ve found so far, is…drumroll please….lemon water!!! If you drink hot water with lemon (and honey for taste) every morning on an empty stomach and then another glass of cool or warm water with lemon juice in it through the day it clears out al the toxins in your body which come out through your skin! If you don’t believe me look…
http://www.acne.org/lemon-juice-as-a-drink-reviews/76/page1.html

your welcome :)

1. Eat a healthy Balanced diet. Include plenty of green vegetables, fresh fruits, minor millets, milk and milk products. Vegetables and fruits provide antioxidants and minerals which are necessary to keep the body healthy. Amla (amalaki or Indian gooseberry or emblica officinalis), is considered as a fruit which help in hair growth. Include banana in your diet as banana contains plenty of calcium which is a vital nutrient required for hair growth. Healthy diet prevents hair loss and improves quality and quantity of hair.

2. Drink plenty of water (2 liters or 12 glasses per day). Water flushes out toxins and increases moistness of skin and hair. This prevents splitting of hair.

3. Our body produces natural oil which is secreted through oil glands of skin and scalp. This oil keeps our hair strands conditioned. Hence do not use harsh shampoos or soaps which strip off natural oil of scalp. Always use mild shampoo to wash hair.

4. Wash your hair once in three days. Repeated hair wash leads to dry hair and split ends.

5. Exercise regularly. This helps to increase blood circulation and keep our whole body healthy and rejuvenated. A brisk walk for 30 minutes is advisable for all ages.

6. Message your scalp with good hair oil. Hair oil which is processed with hair friendly herbs help to condition the hair and prevent drying of hair. A good head massage help to increase blood circulation to scalp skin and aid hair growth. Head massage also reduces stress, tension headaches and induces good sleep.

7. Take measures to prevent formation of dandruff. Dandruff leads to hair loss and stunts hair growth.

8. Brush your hair from root to tips before taking head bath.

9. Wear a swimming cap to prevent hair damage due to chlorine.

10. Avoid tying hair tightly with hair bands. This leads to baldness.

Hi everyone! I recently tested out the Batiste dry shampoo and loved it! Check out my review! http://youtu.be/7c5hxaOVlD0

I'm curious, what's your go to Dry Shampoo? Do you use dry shampoo?

I don’t have the longest lashes in the world so need a bit of help to make them stand out. I’ve tried all sorts of mascaras and the shu uemura eyelash curlers but wondered if eyelash perming is an option. Does it really work and how long does it last? Plus has anybody had any horror stories or reactions to it?

Hi I just purchased a Lime Crime velvetine lip gloss in Red Velvet online but I was thinking about getting some of the lipsticks. Since I could only find them online in Australia I can't really try them on...does anyone here use them? Can you tell me about the quality of the lipsticks/glosses, how long do they normally last for and what colours do you think would suit a tanned skin tone? Thanks! 

I am in need of some awesome hair extensions! I just want my hair to look longer! I will be dying my hair back to my natural blk hair color. So I don’t believe it will be that hard to match my hair with hair extensions.

thanks in advance! : )

During the cold season my face would get patchy. I'm currently using Lush's ocean salt scrub which I really love but it really isn't cutting it. I still get some rough skin especially at the apples of my cheeks. I don't mind if I don't wear makeup but when I do my foundation look so uneven.

Do you have recommended scrubs or moisterizers that can fix this problem? Or a foundation that will layer evenly over this problem?

Let's face it, we all get those nasty dark circles under our eyes. I'm currently on the hunt for the BEST under eye concealer that brightens, hides the fine lines and stays put! 

Any suggestions?!?! HELP! 

xo Carina 

http://carinadoesit.wordpress.com/

I've spotted a few celebrities and beauty gurus sporting these. Personally, I find the large ones scary looking.

http://cdn.glamcheck.com/fashion/files/2010/12/Kim-Kardashian-fake-eyelashes.jpg

I'd love to hear your opinion on them.

I find it hard to find a good foundation/BB cream that comes in the right tone for my light Asian skin tone. I'm currently using Dr. Jart's BB cream, but I'm curious as to what you guys use. Any recommendations?

I have a hair question. I've found that when I show my hairdresser photos of the hairstyle that I want, it always comes out different. I've had my hair done recently and it was only 50% of what I had in mind. If you're looking for a very specific style of haircut/hairstyle, do you bring photos to show your hairdresser? Also, do you make sure the person in the photo has similar hair to you or is the same ethnicity as you?

I’m planning to chop off my hair next Saturday and am trying to find some ideas online to bring to my new stylist. Do any of you have any tips for a good online hairstyle site with lots of pictures? I can’t seem to find any good ones (or get lost in endless advertising hell)...
Any tips would be most appreciated! Thanks and smiles from Zurich
Steffi

What's your fav lippie/gloss/liner? Trying to find new ones that suit my tan/olive skin without looking washed out etc. 

Thanks!

xx

http://youtu.be/lAzZXXGT2c0

Have you guys tried the Velvetines yet? I'm in love with the one I have, really want to get more =]

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