How to Arch your Eye Brows

While checking with my friend for her next tip from Chit Chat about the Arbonne lotion for one’s legs she sent me this tip on how to pluck your eyebrows. You’ve all seen those eyebrows that looked as though they’d been thinned and arched by a pair of pliers in the hands of a very inept mechanic. That wholesale, hit and miss method of eyebrow treatment can ruin an otherwise perfect job of grooming. To do the eyebrows correctly, first apply a hot wet towel to the area. Then brush the eye brows smooth. This will reveal the “strays” and you can begin the tweezer operations. Get the hairs between the brows then catch the ones below the brow line. Finally and very carefully pluck the hairs above the line but don’t touch that main eye brow line! Pull the skin tight with one hand while you pluck with the other hand and pull in the direction the hair grows. Hope to get more information about Chit Chat's Arbonne products soon.

If you don't have the time at home or can't see to get your eyebrows in shape, professional waxing is always a great idea. You don't have to have an appointment in most salons and its relatively inexpensive. If you're on a budget visit your local Cosmetology school. The prices are great and the students work hard to do a good job because they are graded on their work!

Why are Cosmetology Teachers Jugglers?

A Cosmetology Teacher? There’s more to it than meets the eye! You have the artistic skills to create fabulous designs, but how sharp are your people skills? What lies behind the doors of the school? Are you ready for those unusual situations? It’s a great place to be so, Get ready for the Learners of today!

Cosmetology Teachers are indeed a unique group of individuals. Salon experience and management are a great foundation for anyone entering the School environment. The Cosmetology school is exciting and holds new adventures for the Teacher everyday. It truly is a learn as you go endeavor! This book gives the (Teacher) instructor a first hand look at student problems, school policies and many different issues that will confront them daily. Short story resources of real life situations that occur in today’s classroom. One could look forward to being a Teacher, a friend, a Pseudo parent, a Referee and or a Psychologist. In other words the Teacher is challenged to think about how they would resolve many of the issues facing today's teachers.

My friend sent me Chit Chat’s tip for those who are and those thinking of becoming a Cosmetology Teacher. Just go to www.hairstylingschool.com and click on "Teaching the Teacher."

Finger Nails are not Screw Drivers!

Do you use your finger nails for screwdrivers? Or your nails as miniature crow bars to pry off the lids of things? Many women do both and then complain about how easily their nails split and tear. If you want pretty nails don’t use them as tools. Don’t clean them with a steel file point. Don’t file them way down at the corners. Do clean them with a wisp of absorbent cotton twisted around the tip of an orange wood stick. Do use an emery board to taper them from above where the nail meets the skin. Do buff the nails frequently and buffing in one direction only, toward the finger tips. Don’t know what happened to Chit Chat on this tip. My friend informs me that it looks like those with beautiful nails already know that in order to preserve them you should treat them very carefully.

Do you want Beautiful Legs?

My friend let me know that Chit Chat says that every woman certainly wants beautiful legs because they are the first thing some members of the opposite sex see. Certainly! Frequent and abundant use of a good skin lotion will make sheer stockings show to a better advantage. Of course you don’t apply the lotion to the stockings, you put it on your legs! Seriously, sheer nylons may be things of beauty but they were never intended to protect you from the weather. Use of depilatories and exposure to the elements is very apt to make the skin on your legs chapped, scaly and bumpy. Applications of lotion several times a week will keep your legs silky smooth and considerably enhance their appearance when encased in those same sheer hose that are partly to blame for the trouble.

Chit Chat said that botanicals are the most popular products. Arbonne has a anti-aging body serum and lotion that actually fades away lines and helps repair the skin. Dry chaped and sunburned skin is changed in days! It's good for the arms, legs, chest, anywhere you need it. The skin is younger looking and gets the nutrients it needs! It can even be used on hard calloused feet, it really works. So you see all you need to do is follow a regular regiment of Arbonne skin lotion and your legs will look beautiful with out those sheer nylons.

Do you have a Weekly Beauty Routine?

At least once a week and if possible on the same day of the week every woman should take time for a thorough job of grooming. Spend several hours if you can in giving yourself the full treatment. The good tub soaking, the real thorough hair brushing and face creaming, repairing eyebrow lines, manicuring and possibly a little experimenting with a slightly different lip shape. You spend a little time each day repairing damage to nails, hair-do and makeup but this once a week thorough clean-up habit will pay big dividends in a better appearance. Chit Chat sent word that this is the maximum and that the married working girl home maker will probably not be able to follow this routine on a regular basis but it is a good outline that should be followed if at all possible. Suppose the single un-married working girl would have more time especially if she is still dating and looking for a steady boyfriend.

Changes in Todays Permanent Wave

A friend of Chit Chat says she remembers going with her Grandma when she got the old famous electric machine permanent wave. Gone are those days since they have been replaced by the chemical ones. She says her Grandma got her perms once a year and never had it cut until it was time for the next perm. You can see those old hairstyles in many of the older movies you see on TV today.

Contrary to some belief today’s permanent waves are not permanent. Unless your hair has some natural wave one should have a perm to help support the style. It is true that present day’s perms relax approximately fifteen percent (15%) after the first shampoo and style. It is good advice to wait at least twenty four hours before your new perm is shampooed. Constant blow drying and stretching with the styling brush or curling iron requires the hair to be conditioned during each shampoo to help it keep its elasticity and sheen. Your Styling Salon should suggest the stylist do your shampoo and style within two weeks after the perm to see that the condition and results are satisfactory. If they are not then is the time to make any needed corrections. Your Salon should be glad and happy to correct any permanent that does not perform as you and the Stylist agreed it should before the service. With the newer Styles of today and the fast pace of our society many people choose to do their own hair. One should take the advice of their Stylist to suggest their proper P.H. balanced shampoo and conditioner you should use to keep your CROWNING GLORY looking healthy and alive. P,S. Chit Chat also says she is asked why should one get a permanent when you see everyone letting their hair grow long and straight today. Her remark is that styles are in that cycle now but will soon start changing and those Students in Cosmetology Schools today should per-fect their skills in Permanent waving because it is here to stay.

Is Pulling one's Hair good Therapy?

When one talks about hair pulling it sounds as if we were talking about a battle. However hair pulling of the right kind is very good for your hair and scalp. If you’ll move your hands around over your head, closing them on bunches of hair with a gentle pulling motion you’ll stimulate scalp circulation which is very good for the hair itself. Just another little thing that takes practically no time and pays big dividends in beauty. I know this sounds healthful but just when does the average working girl have time to pull and yank on their hair. Suppose all the straight stringy haired ones could but we girls have to wear hairstyles where I work. I do demand my hairdresser give me a hard, stringent, scalp scrubbing every time I have an appointment. My friend told me that Chit Chat says that the most important part of a hairdressing appointment is a hard stringent thorough shampoo. It should also include the proper shampoo and conditioner needed for the individual’s type scalp and hair.

Proper Application of Neck Make-Up

Those African native women who go in for neck stretching also cover up their necks with a lot of bracelets or necklaces or what ever you want to call ‘em. Unfortunately our necks, while much shorter are exposed to public view and thereby present a make-up problem. Always make sure your make-up is applied to the neck as well as the face. Don’t chop the foundation and powder line off short just under the chin. It takes a little more time to do the whole job but the result is worth it! I know you’ve seen this because there must be a lot of women that just don’t know or are in a hurry where I work. After being reminded my friends just say "Oops! and thanks a million! Didn’t know it looked that bad.” My friend keeps me posted on most of Chit Chat's tips and this is one of her Ten Points of Make-up Application. Keep tuned and I’ll post them after my friend hears from Chit Chat.

Relieving the early evening Tenseness

Have you ever been so tired after a long day on your feet that you just want to go home and go to bed? I’ve felt this way many times. My friend said that Chit Chat told her that to relieve that late afternoon or early evening tenseness before an important date or party, treat yourself to a facial massage. Pre-party tenseness is often felt by hostess and guest alike and massage is very relaxing. If you’re having your hair done at a Salon, include a facial by their operator or, if your preparation is at home do the job yourself. Use plenty of good cream lubricant and take a full fifteen minutes of massage. Lie down for a little while afterward if you can. Oh, and I’ve tried a ten minute soaking in a hot tub before I lie down. It sure worked for me. It is a good way to quiet those “butterflies.” Chit Chat says that another great way to de-stresss is to use Arbonne's "Unwind" Bath Gel. Put on their "Deep Pore Cleansing Mask" and soak. Your skin is softer and your face is tighter!

A Sincere Smile is your Asset

Chit Chat sent another tip that we should all know but from time to time just don’t follow. That is to really be sincere and give every one a big smile. Have you ever noticed that if you meet someone face to face and you spring on a smile they’ll always smile back, It is a marvelous beauty asset but some of us refuse to allow those smile muscles to act because of the resulting expose of unsightly teeth, If this is the case don’t be one of those. Just consult your Dentist about the necessary repairs and ask his advice about dentifrice, brushes and proper care for your teeth. Follow his suggestions conscientiously---and smile!

The Graduate Cosmetologist

Every State now requires Cosmetology School graduates to pass a rigid examination by a State board of experts. The examination usually consist of a theory and practical test. Of course these examinations differ from State to State but a Cosmetology School graduate who has passed their State exam should be proud to become a licensed Professional Cosmetologist. Those with exceptional talents with a personable personality and the ability to handle people can look forward to reaching the height of their goal in their chosen Profession..

You as their client pay the Cosmetologist or Stylist not only for what they do but what they know! I mention this only to show that the well trained Cosmetologist is competent to answer almost any question you’d ask about your beauty care. If you have a question just ask your Stylist and I’m sure they'll be glad to help you.

Chit Chat's Grandma's Tip

Chit Chat’s grandma was right in her day because way back then the milk-white skin of Caucasian women was just the thing. Then they took pains to see that they weren’t exposed to the sun too much. Today’s woman needn’t take such elaborate precautions but she might want to borrow an idea from grandma. Air and sunlight are good for the hair, in moderation, but too much sun can burn the scalp and cause dry, brittle hair. Just make sure you have and use your sun screen. Also an evenly tanned face is very attractive but it’s a good idea for the older woman to wear sun glasses. It’s hard to get rid of those little crow’s feet you get from squinting.

How to attain a good Posture

Hi there, here I am again with another tip from Chit Chat. I believe I heard about this one when I was in grade school. She says that you don’t have to walk around with a book on your head in order to attain a good posture. That is just a job for your memory! Chit Chat says it’s just a reminder for you to straighten your spine, to pull in your stomach and to hold your head high and your shoulders back. You should keep reminding yourself about these things for only a few days and they’ll become habit. And good posture is an important part of an attractive appearance. Our teacher had all the girls in class to walk around the room with a book on their head and all the boys just made fun because at the time it looked silly. It did help to remind us about our positure though. I sure wish Chit Chat would post a picture of herself so we could see who is sending all these goodies. Bye for now.

Who Am I ?

Here's something I think might ring a bell with you. In fact, if you're like most of us, you might have written what I'm going to tell you. It's about a person who calls their self a nice customer. It goes something like this:

I'm a nice customer. You all know me. I'm the one who never complains, no matter what kind of service I get.

I'll go in a restaurant and I'll sit while the waitress gossips with her boy friend and never bothers to look and see if my hamburger is ready to go. Sometimes a party who came in after me gets my hamburger, but I don't say a word or complain when the girl tells me, "Oh. I'm sorry, I'll order another for you." I just wait.

It's the same when I go to a Hair Styling Salon to get my hair cut. I don't complain when the Stylist gets the back of my blouse wet with soapy water and doesn't apologize or when they talk to their co-worker about everything and disregard my explanation of what I wanted. No, I don't throw my weight around. I try to be thoughtful of the other person. And when they leave hair on the back of my neck I'm as polite as can be. I don't think rudeness in return is the answer.

The other day I stopped in at the neighborhood full service gas station. I waited for almost five minutes before the attendant took care of me. And when he did, he spilled gas on my fender and wiped the car windshield with an oily rag. I didn't expect him to thank me for stopping by, and he didn't. Naturally, I didn't complain about the service. Next time I'll drive several miles out of my way to find a new service station.

I never kick. I never nag. I never criticize and I wouldn't dream of making a scene, as I've seen people do in public places. I think that's uncalled for. No, I'm the nice customer. And I'll tell you what else I am.

I'm the customer who never comes back!

That's my way of doing for getting pushed around too much. That's why I take whatever you hand out, because I know I'm not coming back. It's true that this doesn't relieve my feelings right off as telling you what I think of you could, but in the long run it's far more deadly than blowing my top.

In fact, a nice customer like me multiplied by others of my kind can just about ruin a business. There's a lot of nice people in the world, just like me. When we get pushed far enough we go on down the street to another place of business and eat our hamburgers, get our hair cut and buy our goods in places where they're smart enough to hire help who appreciate nice customers.

He laughs best they say who laughs last. I laugh when I see you frantically spending your money on expensive advertising to get me back when you could have had me in the first place for a few kind words and a smile.

I don't care what business you're in. Maybe you live in a different town or maybe I've never heard of you. But if you're going broke or your business is bad, maybe there are enough people like me who do know you. I’M THE CUSTOMER WHO NEVER RETURNS!

Don't overdo the perfume

Chit Chat and my friend have been using the internet to check out perfume sites with good name brand inexpensive perfume. I'm sure you know that a particular perfume smells differently on each individual. Again even if you like the perfume it would be wise to get the opinion of more than one person before you decide which to use. I'll send the address of some sites when they find them.

Chit Chat says don't saturate yourself with perfume! Very small quantities of the very best quality perfumes will achieve the desired result if used properly. Remember that the heat of your body will diffuse the scent of a good perfume so that it forms a sort of aura which follows you in your every movement. Put a single drop of perfume on each knee, shoulder and wrist after you’re dry and powdered from your bath and just a suggestion of a drop in the hollow of your throat. That’s all it takes to create an impression which is delicate and intriguing rather than overpowering. And remember you will be noticed.

Use a good stiff-bristled back Brush

I found out that the hardest part of a bath is trying to wash your back. So, if you can’t have a spouse or friend to do it for you just find a nice long stiff-bristled brush on-line. Just go to google or another search engine and you’ll find hundreds of sites with good brushes. My friend said that Chit Chat found this brush sites for her. Just go to http://www.soapanetta.com/ and type in back brush.

You see, it’s not much fun having your back scratched if you have to do it yourself. How-ever the benefits to be derived from the vigorous use of a good stiff-bristled bath brush are many. Clogged pores are opened, circulation is improved and the skin is given a real tune-up. Use the brush first with lots of soap then use it for a combination scrubbing-rinsing operation. The results will convince you on your very first try.

Checklist for that Picture

I finally found out that "Georgie" is the name of my friend’s friend who knew Chit Chat. Now Georgie is a Hairdresser who works with a photographer who gave her this tip “for those who are preparing for a picture taking event.” This makes good sense even though I think most of us would know we should look our very best before any photo session.
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Let’s pretend you’re having your picture taken today. Naturally you want to look your very best so you take particular pains with your hair. You brush your eyebrows smooth. Your make-up is applied with care and your lipstick job is a smooth work of art. You check with your mirror and decide you’re ready. This is the way you want your friends to see you.

That grooming took a little extra time but not too much and if you’re really pleased with your appearance, why not pretend---everday!

How to tip your Hair Stylist

My friend sent me this information about tipping. Suppose it could be used for all service personnel including waitresses. I would hope that the quality of the service should not depend on the amount of the tip. But again times have changed over the years and it looks like today the Artist expect a tip. My hairdresser friend told me of a client who told her on her first visit that she didn’t tip but she could expect a present from time to time. She says she still has her as a client.

As with most situations the amount of the tip depends on the quality of the service.

1. Tip the stylist 10 to 15 percent of your total bill if he or she is the only person who worked on your hair.
2. Give the shampoo person - if there is one - a separate gratuity. Typically, a shampoo person receives $1 to $2.
3. Offer a 10 percent tip in a barbershop. If you don't get your hair cut very often but usually go to the same shop, consider a $5 tip.
4. Tip the manicurist $1 to $3.
5. Use common sense for everyone else, from the hair setter to the assistant.
6. Keep in mind that a good tip to your colorist or hairstylist might help the next color job or cut.

Tips: Usually, the tip is cash and slipped to the service provider separately from the bill paid to the owner or cashier, so have some smaller bills on hand. In a fancy shop, you can add the tip to the bill and let them know how to split it. Tradition dictates that one does not tip a salon's owner, who may charge more for his or her services and therefore will refuse a tip. But these days, more and more owners are accepting tips. The best solution is to consult the receptionist to find out whether the owner accepts tips.

How to apply your Rouge

Chit Chat sent another tip about proper makeup. You should remember when applying rouge, you should keep it high on your cheeks! Don’t apply it below a line parallel with the tip of your nose. If your face is narrow, work the rouge outward away from the nose and if your face is broad just reverse the process. The proper application of rouge really models your face and it creates an impression. So make sure the impression is the one you intended. I sure hope I get to meet Chit Chat when she comes to visit my friend.

You're the Doctor

I got this tip from a Nurse friend of mine and it is a really important system to follow. Now you’re the Doctor! In your everyday grooming activities you use quite a few instruments. Comb, brushes, files, scissors, tweezers, emery boards, etc. You’d insist that anyone using any of these things on you should have them scrupulously clean and sterile in fact. Well how clean do you keep your own beauty equipment? Make it a practice to regularly clean all the items mentioned and to change powder puffs often. A dirty puff can cause blackheads and pimples. Think I’ll just send this on to Chit Chat.