Give your skin a gift
relatively inexpensive . For deep cleaning , texture improvement and enhanced glow , your dermatologist may suggest a light chemical peel or mask .
LEARN ABOUT LASERS AND INJECTABLES .
Lasers and injectables , such as Botox , can rejuvenate your look by eliminating fine lines and wrinkles . Facial fillers can give you a soft , naturallooking result that don ’ t look “ done ” on cheeks , cheekbones and chin . Should lasers and injectables intrigue you , talk with your dermatologist about which ones are appropriate for you . You ’ ll want to schedule your appointment for any of these treatments now to give your skin time to look its best in mid-December .
MAKEUP , HAIR AND CLOTHING : GO SIMPLE .
My friends call on me to help them put together their looks for special occasions , so I ’ ll share some of my secrets with you .
For makeup , go simple . Go to a professional makeup artist to get ideas . Department stores often do this for free at makeup counters . You can tweak the suggestions afterward . Get
your hair cut and talk about styling options . Think about what you want to emphasize . Your beautiful eyes ?
Make sure your clothes fit properly and that they flatter your body shape . Have items tailored , dry cleaned and repaired .
Overall , for your look , I like to apply Leonardo da Vinci ’ s belief that “ simplicity is the ultimate sophistication .”
MINIMIZE STRESS .
Planning ahead gives you time for self-care . So clean or declutter your home now . Think about your menus , decorations and gifts . Delegate tasks you don ’ t enjoy .
If my list feels as if it ’ s too much , focus on one item of self-care . But know that when life is hectic , caring for yourself can feel like the best gift of all . n
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