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Christmas Cracker
by Helen Griffiths
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As we hit the ultimate party season does your stomach turn at
the thought of party invites? Do you hide away in the corner so
no-one notices you? Or, do you have to get absolutely blotto for
added confidence (slurred words, telling everyone you love them
and getting up on the dance floor to do your chicken dance
(classic) aren’t very attractive). If this sounds like you, read
the following advice and you will turn into the Belle of the
ball this season, and no, the fairy Godmother won’t be waving
her magic wand, it’s all down to you. Roll on ….
Join the brownies
Who said faking it isn’t great? Fake tan can hide a multitude
of sins and make us appear slimmer and leaner (bonus). St Tropez
is the best option but at £25 a bottle it can be a tad
expensive. If you’re saving your pennies this month opt for
Boots No.7 fake tan - at £9.50 it’s a cheaper alternative to St
Tropez, it leaves a fantastic lasting colour and is tinted so
you know where you’re applying it.
Drink, drink and drink …
Water (sigh). Drinking water reduces water retention by
flushing out toxins.
This will make you appear less bloated and help you to squeeze
into that little black dress that hasn’t seen light of day for a
while. If you can go without your caffeine fix for a few days,
I’d advise you not to drink coffee or tea for at least 48 hours
before the ‘big’ night, as this can cause you to appear and feel
bloated.
Batwings
Oh yes, the lovely batwings that cause so many of us to feel
self conscious about the tops of our arms. The best accessories
to cover this problem area and to look even more fabulous than
you already do are pashminas and this seasons capes or stoles
(there are many choices on the highstreet).
Wrap up this season
The Universal contour body wrap has been many people’s
saviour for a last minute fix to shift the flab. You can lose
inches and the results last days. Costing around £45 it is
expensive but the results are said to be fantastic and really
outweigh the cost. Give your local beauty salon a ring to see if
they specialise in this treatment.
Make up with make up
Applying make up shouldn’t be rushed. It’s like art, it can
either make the ‘canvas’ (your face) look fantastic or a
complete mess. This season smoky eyes and dark greens are very
fashionable. The natural look has also made an appearance thanks
to Dolce and Gabbana, so learning to fake the ‘naturale’ look
with a touch of lipgloss, mascara and a flesh coloured eyeshadow
will leave you looking like a born beauty. If you’re trying out
a new lipstick, test it on the back of your finger as this skin
has the same pH as your lips.
Wear the right size
Wearing clothes one size too small will make you look larger
than you actually are. It will also let any excess ‘rubber
rings’ you have hang over and be on display for everyone to see,
which cannot be comfortable physically or mentally. Wear clothes
that are the correct size and you’ll sail through the evening.
Hangover cures
The worst thing to come out of Christmas has to be the
hangovers. You wake up either hugging the toilet with a wish
washy stomach or, if drinking heavily is a regular thing you’ll
wake up in bed with a banging head and a furry tongue. Then, it
gets worse you have to do it all again TONIGHT! Here’s the plan
of action: Down a pint of water, have a hot
shower, wash the barnet (smelling like last night’s kebab will
make your stomach turn), and go back to bed with a pint of water
on your bedside table. When you wake you will feel more
revitalised and alert. Have something to eat to curb the stomach
and then a bit later try and take a brisk walk for 30 minutes.
Watch some TV and act like a couch potato for the rest of the
day.
When getting ready for the party remember, lots and lots of
concealer and mints.
Last of all, have a lovely Christmas and Happy Drinking!
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