The Difference between Day and Evening Makeup

Makeup is a fun way to enhance your best features and make you look beautiful.

Whether you are going on a big date or just spending a day running errands, make up makes you look and feel glamorous. There are so many different colours and products on the market, you can achieve a variety of looks for both day and evening.

What is the difference between day and evening makeup? Well, when applying makeup, you always need to take into consideration the amount of light you will be exposed to. The more light that will be in your environment, the more subtle your makeup needs to be or else you will end up looking overdressed.

Day makeup needs to be subtle and balanced. Neutral shades work best because they are subtle yet still define and enhance your features. If you have a feature you would like to focus on, you can wear colours that are a little bolder. Just remember not to overdo it. For example, black eyeliner is a great way to enhance your eyes, as long as you apply it with a light touch and keep the rest of our eye makeup more subtle. If the line is too thick or too dark, natural sunlight of florescent lights will make your eye makeup look thick and artificial.

Evening makeup can be more dramatic, especially if you are attending a party or function where the lights will be dim. Don’t be afraid to wear bold colours and experiment with new products. If you love to wear the latest makeup trends, this is the best time to wear them. Pick your best feature and wear the boldest colours. If you love your eyes, wear two coats of mascara and bold eyeliner. Your evening lipstick shade can also be bolder than your daytime lipstick shade. However, even though you can wear darker colours and a more dramatic look in the evening, it is possible to overdo.

Day makeup and evening makeup differ because you can wear bolder colours and a more dramatic makeup look in the evening. If you need help choosing colours and looks for different occasions, consult with a makeup artist or other expert for advice.

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Wedding Makeup that Lasts

On your big day, you want your makeup to last. Not only that, but you want to look stunning in your photographs. In order to insure that your makeup will last as long as possible, it may be best to hire a professional to take care of it. However, here is some advice to keep in mind even if you do hire a makeup artist.

Get rid of extra shine. A shiny face looks even worse in photographs, especially if the photographer uses a flash. After washing your face, apply an oil controlling product. After that absorbs, apply a thin layer of loose powder. Apply foundation and the rest of your makeup as usual. Follow up with another thin layer of loose powder. Carry some pressed powder with you so you can control any shine as the day progresses.

Use a makeup base. Several cosmetic companies offer products that go on under your eye makeup or lipstick that help your makeup last. Eye makeup base provides a layer that your eyeshadow and eyeliner can adhere to. This prevents creasing and helps the colour stay on longer. They offer similar products for lipstick. However, try to find a lipstick base that is also moisturizing. Some products contain ingredients that dry the lips out. You’ll need your lips to stay nice and moist so you can smile all day.

Lasting lipstick. One of the first things to fade is your lipstick. Follow these tips that will help your lipstick last. First, apply a moisturizing lip base. Then, apply lip liner in a shade that is a little darker than your lipstick. Use a soft pencil. Fill the lips in with the pencil. Apply one coat of lipstick and blot gently. Apply another coat of lipstick but this time do not blot. Press a thin layer of facial tissue gently to your lips. Using a large brush, apply a thin layer of pressed powder to the tissue. The tissue acts as a screen, letting in only a small amount of powder. The powder helps the lipstick set and keeps it on longer.

Pack a makeup bag. No matter how hard you try to create a lasting look, you still may need to do some minor touchups throughout the day. Pack pressed powder, lipstick, mascara, and eyeshadow just in case your colour needs a boost.

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Cover Letters

If the resume is the piece of paper that gets you to the interview then the cover letter is the one that will get the employer to read the resume. So the resume and cover letter share the same goal- to get your employer to pick you! The best cover letters spark the employer’s interest and create an impression of competence.

Just like what you did with your resume, you should study the employer's requirements and needs first before you start writing. Once you have those points, put the most important items first and support this with facts and examples. The key is to demonstrate to the employer how your background, education, work experiences and abilities can meet the needs of the employer.

You should never send a resume without a cover letter unless specifically instructed to do so by the employer. Sending a resume without a covering letter is like starting an interview without shaking hands. The main purpose of the cover letter is to introduce your resume and highlight the main points that are most relevant to the job being advertised.

The key to a good cover letter is to personalise the letter. It is more effective if you do some research on the company before hand and write a cover letter that is tailored to the company and the job position.

Your cover letter should provide the following details.

• Why are you writing?
• Why are you interested in the job?
• Why would the company be interested in you?
• What is your next step?

These questions should be answered in 3 main sections of your cover letter.

1) Introduction
Introduce yourself and explain why you are writing to the employer. In the introduction you should name the position or field of the job being listed. If someone has suggested you get in touch with the employer then do mention the recommendation. If you are responding to an advertisement, refer to it and the source that published it. In a sentence or two explain why you are the best candidate for the job (talk about your skills).

2) Body
In the body section, match your background to the experience and skill requirements of the job position. It's is good if you can talk about your experiences that relate to the job at hand. You should identify your strengths, accomplishments and results. Do not repeat what is stated in your resume. Instead, summarise your most relevant qualifications or provide additional details about a noteworthy accomplishment.

3) Closing
Your closing should be brief. You can end the letter with an active statement, such as an offer to contact the employer within a specific period of time, usually one or two weeks. You have to be proactive and continue to keep your name in the interviewer’s mind.” It is crucial that you provide details for them to reach you; this is usually by phone and/or email. Close the letter by thanking the reader for their time and consideration.

Cover letter tips

• Like the resume, the cover letter should be written specifically targeted towards the job at hand. Do not write one cover letter and send it to everyone.
• Cover letters are suppose to highlight your talents and experience.
• This can’t be stressed enough - your cover letter, like your resume, should be perfect! Make sure there are no grammatical or spelling errors. Don’t rely on your computer’s spell check. Get a friend or teacher to read it over for you.
• Every cover letter should fit on one page.

Sample Cover Letters

Below is a sample cover letter. Use this sample cover letter as a guide for your own. Remember, the best cover letters spark the employer’s interest and create an impression of competence. Keep it brief and to the point.

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Joe Bloggs 567 current address Melbourne, 3000 03 9999 9999 June 2, 2004 Ms. Christine Techie Manager for Employment Simple Travel Melbourne 3000 Dear Ms. Techie, (If possible address your letter to a specific individual) (State position applied for) The management trainee position you advertised in today’s The Age greatly interests me. The Simple Travel has always served as a landmark for me when I travel. I would like to contribute to their continued growth. I have enclosed my résumé for your review. (Sell yourself ) In May (2004), I will be graduating from RMIT University with a degree in business. While in school, I developed strong organisational and customer service skills. As a dormitory assistant, I organized events, led meetings, and assisted students. As treasurer of the Business Society, I maintained the budget and presented budget reports. My summer jobs also required extensive interaction with the public. I believe these experiences have prepared me for your management trainee position. (Request an interview) I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss my qualifications more extensively in an interview. I can be reached at 03 9999 9999. Thank you for your consideration. (Place your phone number near the end) Sincerely, John Ryan (Sign your cover letter)

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Sample Chronological Resume

Use this sample resume if you want to highlight your pass work experiences and duties you had in previous jobs.

Joe Bloggs
Current Address 567 current address Melbourne, 3000 Contact: 03 9999 9999 Email: joebloggs@email.com		(Horizontal lines help define different sections)
Objective
To obtain a position in public relations using my communication and promotional skills
Education
RMIT University (City Campus) Bachelor of Arts, English, expected 2005 Related Courses Public Relations Marketing Consumer Behavior The Language of Advertising Writing for Mass Media Writing for Business		(Students often list education before experience)
Experience
Program Coordinator Campus Activities Council, RMIT University (Use bullet points to emphasize accomplishments) Initiated and organized the Campus Run for Charity Promoted event with fliers, e- mail, newspaper ads, and campus radio station announcements 1,000 students participated (Good to show your acheivement) Campus Tour Guide Office of Recruiting, RMIT University Led weekly tours for prospective students and parents Wrote information sheet explaining campus- housing policy Answered questions and addressed concerns Selected to train new guides Administrative Assistant CBLA Business, National Bank, CBA Used Microsoft Word and Excel to type and edit reports Drafted correspondence Complimented for accuracy and attention to detail		(Give approximate dates of employment) 98- present (Most recent job first) 97- 98 96 and 97
Skills
Fluent in Chinese (Mandarine) Fluent in Italian Computer Skills (Words, Access, Excel) References available on request

Resume

The resume is probably the most important tool you have to sell yourself to a future employer. While you may meet all the required skills necessary to succeed in a particular job position, it is of no use to you if an employer decides to rejects your resume. You have about 30 seconds to impress your employer before he/she decides whether to throw your resume in the bin

So how do you create a resume that gives you every chance of success? First of all, an effective resume needs to be job specific. It needs to meet the employer’s stated requirements for the position posted. It is important that you recognise what skills and experiences are necessary for a particular job and highlight those in your resume.

Before you begin writing that perfect resume, it might be a good time to look at some of the misconceptions associated with resume writing.

Resume misconceptions

1) You can put together the perfect resume and use it for every job application. Wrong!
One resume that you dust off and send for every job, no matter how "good," works even less than a pair of pants labeled "one size fits all." Resumes need to be tailored for the specific position and company. Don’t use the same resume for every job application.

2) The way to land a job is to blanket the earth with your resume. Eventually, the resume will spark a job offer. Wrong!
This is one of the least productive methods to find a job. Sure, if you send enough resumes and wait long enough, then yes, eventually you may get a job offer this way. But few people want to take those kinds of chances and wait that long.

3) Resumes need to stand out to be noticed. Use fancy fonts, boxes, unique spacing and layout. Wrong!
Scanability is key. You have about 30 seconds, so don’t make your employer spend 20 of them figuring our what goes where. Companies today more commonly opt for scanning resumes and placing them in a computer database. Complicated formatting would cause your resume to be illegible, you may as well have thrown your resume in the bin.

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