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  1. You might want to read this before signing up for that "free makeover"   GERMS ARE EVERYWHERE While most makeup counter artists and salespeople clean the makeup brushes (a common breeding ground for bacteria) after they use them from one customer to the next, you can never really trust any brush that isn't yours, says one former Estee Lauder artist.  But "it's not the brushes consumers should worry about, it's really the products themselves," she says. "No matter how many times a day the sales rep cleans them, people love to come stick their dirty fingers in the colors to test them. It's amazing! Women walk right up to the counter, grab a lipstick tester and put it right to their lips. I think that's one of the most shocking things about working at the counter -- the general public's complete disregard for bacteria," she concludes.       THEY PLAY ON YOUR INSECURITIES Do you feel special when a salesperson says you are pretty or goes on about how great your skin is? Well, for the most part, they are complimentingeveryone.  "Usually if I compliment them, they open up about what they are looking for," says one former makeup artist. She says she found that women were "shy and self-conscious" and that with a little "boost" from her, they were more likely to talk to her about their skin or makeup concerns and buy products.       THEY MAKE THINGS UP "Cosmetic training in a department store or beauty supply focuses mostly on sales and not about product knowledge, which is unfortunate," says one former counter makeup artist.  "We do learn mediocre product information, but that doesn't come until several months after working there, so we spend the first couple months making stuff up or sharing our limited experience," she says. "I would generalize that most beauty advisors know a little more than what the average woman does about beauty," and the ones that make "good money" off commissions are "sales people, not beauty experts," she concludes.       THEY PRETEND TO BE SOMETHING THEY'RE NOT Walking through a department store you'll realize that sometimes the salespeople look more like doctors than makeup artists. This is a planned scheme to convince you they are "experts," says a former counter worker. "The lab coats and charts are a marketing tool. They give the illusion [that the] sales force are estheticians, research scientists and keep their area clean," she says. "If we were [experts], we would not be working at the counter. Experts on beauty are actually providing services in salons and developing new skin care technology in a lab," she jokes.     THE FREE MAKEOVER IS NOT FREE One of the biggest selling points of visiting the makeup counter is the "free makeover," but what salespeople don't tell you upfront is that the makeover isn't reallyfree.  Makeup artists at counters work on commission. So although you're not obligated to buy anything, it is expected. "Technically it's free, but we invest our time hoping you will become our next big customer. It's like tipping -- if you don't tip your waiter, no one is going to come after you yelling and waving their fist, but you would leave feeling guilty. It's just not courteous to get a free makeover when you have no intention of buying," says a former counter makeup artist.       THEY JUDGE YOU BASED ON THE PRODUCTS YOU USE Often when you chat with a beauty counter salesperson about makeup or your skin care, they will ask you what products you are currently using. This serves two purposes: They can judge how much money you might spend with them and then they can assess how much time to spend on you.  "If I ask you what products you are currently using and you reply [that] you use a 3 in 1 cleanser from the drugstore, I have learned you don't want to spend a lot of care, time or money," says one counter worker.         THEY KEEP AN EYE OUT FOR SAMPLE GRIFTERS You can and should be asking your beauty counter salespeople to try samples of products before you buy them, but do know that they are taking note of how much you are "sampling" and how much you are actually buying.  "I would give them about two to three days worth [of product], not more than that. I am not supplying their skin care, I am just letting them touch, feel and smell," says one former counter worker. But she warns "some beauty advisors have an on-going mysterious hostility with their customers and will not waste product on someone who won't buy."       THEY TALK ABOUT YOU BEHIND YOUR BACK Think once you leave the department store you are forgotten about? Think again. "If we get a particularly weird customer we may laugh about it for weeks," says one former makeup artist. "I used to have my family in stitches at dinner telling them the customer stories of the day. There are weird people out there!" she says and that was the "only fun we [could] have sometimes."   http://www.totalbeauty.com/content/gallery/makeup-counter-secrets
  2. the latest movie i watched is a romance movie called " Together"
  3. hi girls, avoid using regular soap. Regular soap can further aggravate and irritate your back acne!
  4. Clinique! heard from so many friends who tried, very disappointed!
  5. if your bf is true to you of course he wouldn't mind at all! come on! if you really cares about the inner thighs, maybe you shall try to apply some whitening lotion see if it's works. 
  6. Wearing a pantyliner everyday will cause vagina bacteria infection! Other mild cases would be genital acne problem or yeast infection. so better be aware!!  
  7. To decrease fat in your armpit area, make healthy changes in your diet and perform exercises that tone your upper body. Building muscle in your chest, triceps and shoulders can help you burn fat and create definition. Remember that you cannot lose fat in just one area, so decrease your total body fat percentage to help tone the area.  
  8. I think Korea brand are quite oily somehow, have you tried SHu uemura UV under base mousse? i think it is great, non-greasy and the color is natural
  9. Hi girls, where did you shop for your CNY clothing? And what kind of clothing you buy for year 2013?
  10. what a good recommendation!
  11. my limit is not more than 3 yrs difference..  it also depends on his mentality and maturities...
  12.     then your sis in law is so lucky... but it takes both hands to claps... it is never easy... we must know how to give and take..
  13. all kinds of beauty products, various choice of tibits... yum yum
  14. what a great place to spend honeymoon!
  15.     that's so good, Feb is still winter time isnt't it?
  16. mine mostly non branded one.. having around 10
  17. I saw my sis-in-law is using this when she is preg.. seems not bad.. 
  18. As mentioned, are you having problems with your mother in law or future mother in law? I've heard too many diff kind of stories... recently a friend also very upset with her MIL, because the MIL want to get involve in everything between her and her hubby, feel sorry for her. How about you? Who is staying with parent in law??
  19. [img]http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/life/images/citm/attachement/jpg/site1/20091118/0023ae9885da0c6dea3338.jpg[/img] Summer time [img]http://static.relax.com.sg/site/servlet/linkableblob/relax/421002/topImage/Seamless_flight_from_KL_to_exotic_Hokkaido-topImage.jpg[/img] Winter time...
  20. I am agreed with you. A guy at least must achieved something in his career at the age of 30's... or having certain saving in his bank account...lol
  21. [color=#000000][font=Georgia, Times, 'Times New Roman', serif] According to most finance magazines, you need a credit card like an anorexic needs liposuction. Plastic is the ultimate weapon of mindless consumerism, existing only to drain your wallet. Well, that’s just…70% true. But being a MoneySmart reader, you’re ahead of the curve. You’ve got more control than China’s domestic policy, and you know what you’re doing. Well in that case, here’s 5 great reasons to get a [url="http://www.smartcredit.sg/"]credit card[/url]:[/font][/color] [b]class="h-underline" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"> 1. You Have an Emergency Fund[/b] No matter how careful you are with finances, emergencies will happen. Cars will break down, body parts will wear out, and computers will crash. Sometimes, they have to be replaced immediately. I once put off visiting the doctor for a week, and ended up sick for three months. That’s how I learned crucial lessons; such as always having accessible cash (a credit card), and never assuming Kraft cheese expiry dates are exaggerated. Credit cards are especially vital when you’re overseas, and don’t have access to your various bank accounts. You don’t want to risk overstaying a Visa because you missed a plane flight. [b]class="h-underline" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"> 2. You Can Seize Opportunities[/b] Stock traders and investors will know what I’m talking about here. It’s called “leverage”, and it doesn’t just work in stocks and shares. Let’s say you’re walking down Orchard Road, and you see a sports bag you’ve always lusted for. It’s going for half price, but for [i]today only[/i]. If you haven’t got the cash for it, that’s an opportunity you’re losing. If you buy it for full price later, your lack of a credit card just [i]cost you money. [/i] Likewise, don’t underrate your card’s ability to affect your business. If you’ve got to meet an important person for lunch, being able to choose [i]any [/i]location has a big impact. [b]class="h-underline" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"> 3. It Builds Your Credit History[/b] If you don’t use a card at all, you have [i]no [/i]credit history. That’s almost the same as [i]bad [/i]credit history. The banks tend to believe everyone’s scum until proven otherwise. So if you use and repay your credit cards responsibly, you may find their loan officers more accomodating. The next time you want approval in principle, or you need an urgent loan, your credit card history may get it for you. Of course, the downside to this is that you have to maintain good credit. Start missing repayments and the credit card becomes a hindrance. [b]class="h-underline" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"> 4. Rewards and Discounts[/b] I’ve already covered how [url="http://www.moneysmart.sg/credit-cards/are-you-missing-out-on-deals-6-tips-to-get-the-best-credit-card/"]rewards and discounts[/url] determine the right card for you. If you follow my advice on that, credit cards [i]can save you money[/i]. Think of credit as fire. It can burn you, but it’s far more difficult to live without it. It’s simple logic that, by using the right credit card for the right product, you will pay less. Either through a rebate or a discount. Just so you know, I sometimes give the money to friends and ask them to buy things on their card. Just to net them points, or to get myself a discount. Having my own credit card makes it that much easier. [b]class="h-underline" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"> 5. It Creates Cash Flow[/b] If you’re operate a side business or small business, you’ll know how important cash flow is. It’s not always how much you’re owed, it’s how much you have on hand that counts. Someone might owe me $800, but if I have to pay $400 rent right now, then what? How many times have you heard this: “I have no money, but wait, there’s a guy who should probably pay me sometime soon.” That’s the sort of excuse that plants a landlord’s boot so far up your rear, your doctor will be hunting for shoelaces during the surgery. When there’s no cashflow, things like late fees start coming into the equation. Or even worse, severed phone lines and power cuts. Credit card interest may hurt, but it’s less painful than dealing with failed cash flow. In fact, I’d say it’s [i]mandatory [/i]to have one if you run a side business. [b]class="h-underline" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"> Bankruptcy Fears[/b] Not using a credit card because you fear a “lack of control” isn’t a valid argument. That’s like forever refusing to cross streets because there’s a chance of an accident. Getting and using a credit card is part of the process of financial maturity. And here’s the kicker: The people who are paranoid about overspending…are the ones [i]least likely to do so[/i]. [b]class="h-underline" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"> Choosing the Right Card?[/b] Having said all that, it’s important that you choose the right credit card so you can benefit the most. If you do take the plunge, drop by free sites like [url="http://us.lrd.yahoo.com/_ylt=AuATIrnCblK5lQL3Wa7jWZjpwsRG;_ylu=X3oDMTFqaTNjbzlmBG1pdANBcnRpY2xlIEJvZHkEcG9zAzMEc2VjA01lZGlhQXJ0aWNsZUJvZHlBc3NlbWJseQ--;_ylg=X3oDMTJucTZpMHFvBGludGwDc2cEbGFuZwNlbi1zZwRwc3RhaWQDNzExNmU0M2YtOWM5Ny0zMTdhLTg3MTktMTZmOGJiYTliYzI0BHBzdGNhdANuZXdzBHB0A3N0b3J5cGFnZQ--;_ylv=0/SIG=11esdef7g/EXP=1355380936/**http%3A//www.smartcredit.sg/"]SmartCredit.sg[/url]. Enter the type of credit card you’re looking for under the categories menu, and you’ll be able to view and compare credit cards from all major banks. Drag and drop the cards onto the comparison menu to set up one-to-one comparisons, and apply directly for cards that interest you. http://sg.finance.yahoo.com/news/5-great-reasons-credit-card-040006122.html
  22. [img]http://cdna.lystit.com/photos/2012/08/24/dolce-gabbana-bordeaux-strapless-velvet-dress-product-1-4577099-709142565_large_card.jpeg[/img] I'm looking for this kind velvet dress, simple & elegant, where can i find it?!
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