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By JADA YUAN The New York Times Mon., July 9, 2018 You know those paisley Vera Bradley duffelss beloved by sorority sisters and grandmas nationwide? I dragged one with me for the first four legs of my impossible, wonderful 52 Places trip because it was the only luggage I owned that fit all the things I thought I needed. It went home just before I left the United States, which made up the first few legs of my trip, along with some 20 pounds of clothes, according to my luggage scale. (I eventually ditched that, too.) Blogs, travel writers, foreign correspondent friends, and flight attendants all gave me great advice, but the past five months of hopscotching through climates and national borders have been figuring out what works for me, with trial — and a ton of error. Here are my most important takeaways on packing and prepping for long-term solo travel. 1. Pick a card. Not just any card. I got so stressed out about packing and starting a new job that I totally … [Read more...] about How to pack for a year long trip
How to apply makeup
News How to master makeup for a long-lasting look
Working hard at the office means giving your best effort--whether it be in finishing your tasks, or looking like the achiever you are. While we cannot avoid the stress of the daily grind, we can prevent it from showing on our faces with a beautiful and bold look using makeup that can work overtime. 1. CLEAN THE CANVAS It's always good to start with a fresh face. Prepare your skin for makeup application by making sure it is exfoliated and moisturized properly. Apply a primer to seal in the moisturizer and smoothen the surface. Choose a good foundation, like Revlon's ColorStay Makeup, and even it out on your face, brushing back and forth on your forehead and chin. On your cheeks, brush down and away from the center of your face. Blend concealer under the eyes to brighten the area, and then apply powder for a more natural finish. Revlon ColorStay ConcealerGet timeless perfection using a new time-release technology that covers imperfections for a continuously flawless look for up … [Read more...] about News How to master makeup for a long-lasting look
How to give good face
We know that we should not judge people based on their looks, but it’s hard to ignore the fact that our first encounter with people is definitely with their faces. And the way a person looks influences how we deal with them. The face is a particularly important signaling device. It is a reflection and a mystery that gives it the ultimate power of attraction. There is something about beautiful people that draws us to them; we are fascinated just staring at good-looking actors, actresses or models. Such beauty has power over us every time. But what is beauty, actually? It’s not fair, but it’s true: some people just look prettier and more attractive than others. And, as if that’s not enough, beautiful people live easier lives, from the nurse who gives more attention to the pretty baby to the schoolteacher who is more likely to be patient with good-looking kids rather than average-looking kids when they are mischievous. Our generation undeniably wants to … [Read more...] about How to give good face
WATCH: Maja Salvador shows how to apply makeup using knife
WATCH: Maja Salvador shows how to apply makeup using knife Deni Rose M. Afinidad-Bernardo (philstar.com) - April 16, 2018 - 4:07pm MANILA, Philippines — When in a restaurant, how can you retouch makeup without going to the bathroom? Actress Maja Salvador recently demonstrated how to do just that during her recent launch as new endorser of makeup brand Blair Cosmetics. The “Wildflower” star cemented her tough girl persona in the recently concluded afternoon drama when, during her contract signing press con, she asked a knife from the audience. The actress was asked to swatch a lipstick, but instead of doing so on her hand, she insisted to have it done on her lips – using a knife as mirror. “Pahingi naman ako kahit kutsilyo lang,” she said. “Ganito po ‘yung ginagawa ko ‘pag nasa restaurant, ‘pag ayaw ko (na lumabas),” she explained of how she applies lip color … [Read more...] about WATCH: Maja Salvador shows how to apply makeup using knife
How to deliver a winning speech in three key steps
By Neil Pasricha Special to the Star Mon., Feb. 26, 2018 We all have to give speeches. I’ve given more than 250 of them over the past few years. And I’d like to spend some time today sharing what I’ve learned about the common structure every single speech should have. It doesn’t matter whether you’re giving a toast at a wedding, a boardroom presentation to a big client, or a keynote address at a trade show — every single time you get up, you better do these three things: Read more: Opinion | Neil Pasricha: Find ‘Win Circles’ in life to create positive habits Article Continued Below Opinion | Neil Pasricha: Three tips to increase productivity and help clear your mind Opinion | Neil Pasricha: Why your coffee meetings could be cramping others’ style 1. Entertain This is the base of the pyramid. The starting point. Table stakes. Want to know how entertained your audience will be by the time you get … [Read more...] about How to deliver a winning speech in three key steps