Born Beautiful: The African American Teenager's Complete Beauty Guide
Author: Alfred Fornay
"When I read Born Beautiful, I thought finally, a beauty book that addresses the unique needs of black teens. I highly recommend this book to all parents for their beautiful daughters."
Terrie Williams, author
Stay Strong: Simple Life
Lessons for Teens
Born Beautiful is the best! Its detailed and easy to follow! It gives great examples and real-life scenarios! Whether you are a "natural-look-with-lip-gloss girl" or a "high-profile prima donna," this book is for you! If you want to know all about your skin type and how to care for it, which makeup colors are best for your skin tone and how to apply them, and how to wear and care for your hair, then youve got to read it! And wait until you check out the "Teen Tips" written by girls like you and the "Special Stuff" that will give you a winning edge! There is a great color chart to help you select your best cosmetic and fashion colors, and we put you to the test with Quizzes and "Dos and Donts."
Born Beautiful will help you to understand and appreciate who you are a beautiful African American teen.
Born Beautiful was written specifically for youthe African American teenager. Never before have your specific grooming needs been addressed. You are a unique individual. Fornays straightforwardness gives you up-to-date information about:
- Daily Routines for Great Skin
- Gorgeous Makeup from Day to Date
- Chic Hairstyles & Care for Your Hair
- Ten Steps to Fabulous Nails
- Choosing the Right Colors for Your Best Look
- Good Food forFitness & Fortitude
- Making Sense of Your Fragrance Choices
- The "411" on Tattoos, Body Piercing & Other Fads
- Beauty Tips from Your Favorite Celebs, Including Destinys Child, Brandy, and Ananda Lewis
Table of Contents:
Foreword | ix | |
Introduction | 1 | |
Chapter 1 | Beautiful Skin | 3 |
Skin Science 101 | 4 | |
Your Natural Protection | 5 | |
Your True Skin | 6 | |
What's the Sun Got to Do with It? | 13 | |
Your Skin Type | 16 | |
Chapter 2 | The Basics of a Flawless Complexion | 23 |
Love Your Skin | 23 | |
The Oily Skin Regimen | 30 | |
The Dry Skin Regimen | 35 | |
The Combination (Normal) Skin Regimen | 39 | |
The Sensitive Skin Regimen | 42 | |
Skin Problems | 46 | |
Love Your Facial Skin Color | 49 | |
Your True Color | 52 | |
Create Your Specific Foundation Look | 53 | |
Blending Your Foundation | 54 | |
Placing the Foundation on Your Face | 56 | |
Improving the Look of Your Skin | 56 | |
Concealers | 57 | |
Face Powders | 59 | |
Chapter 3 | The Color Workshop | 65 |
Choosing the Right Colors for Your Best Look | 65 | |
Breaking through the Rules | 66 | |
Your Undertones | 67 | |
The Flair for Color | 69 | |
A New Eye on Color | 69 | |
Gorgeous Makeup from Day to Date | 71 | |
Your Eyes and the Use of Color | 73 | |
Eyebrow Grooming | 78 | |
Eyeliner Essentials | 81 | |
Eye-Catching Eye Shadow | 83 | |
Mascara | 84 | |
Blushers for a Special Glow | 85 | |
Do You Know Your Face Shape? | 88 | |
Your Fabulous Lips | 90 | |
Let's Review!! The Ultra-Grand Makeup Application | 96 | |
Chapter 4 | Those Little Extras That Define You! | 101 |
Smellin' Good--Making Sense of Your Fragrance Choices | 102 | |
Fragrance in Your Life | 104 | |
The Scented Bath | 106 | |
Your Glorious Nails--They Can Be Even More Beautiful! | 108 | |
Nail Care | 113 | |
The 411 on Tattoos and Body Piercing | 119 | |
Natural Henna Tattoos | 121 | |
Body Piercing | 125 | |
Chapter 5 | Chic Hairstyles and Care for Your Hair | 127 |
How Should I Wear My Hair? | 128 | |
Hair Weaves, Braids, and Extensions | 132 | |
Natural Styles | 133 | |
Straightened Hair | 134 | |
Now Let's Do Color! | 134 | |
Speaking of Hair! | 140 | |
Chapter 6 | Food, Fashion, and Fitness for a Better You | 143 |
Fast Break | 144 | |
Snacks | 144 | |
Got a Sweet Tooth? | 145 | |
Water | 146 | |
Try Vegetarian Nutrition | 146 | |
For a Healthy Vegetarian Diet, Variety Is the Key | 149 | |
What about Protein? | 149 | |
Other Important Nutrients | 150 | |
Getting Fit with Your Favorite Exercises | 151 | |
Rest and Relaxation | 152 | |
Conclusion: The Last Word on Beauty | 157 | |
Acknowledgments | 159 | |
Index | 163 |
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