Beauty Tips

7 Flaws Your Date Will Notice

You've only got one chance to make a great first impression. Check out these beauty tips to find out what he ranks on the top of his list when sizing up your beauty

by Nicole Pearl Kaplan

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Acne There�s no beating around the bush -- breakouts aren�t sexy. Unless the lights are off, a big, red blemish can cool the mood fast. Instead of putting your energy toward applying foundation, focus it on clearing up your skin. Men would trade in a made-up face for a flawless complexion any day of the week. To prevent zits, always wash your face before bed. To further avoid pores from clogging, slough away dead cells with an exfoliator two times a week. If a stubborn pimple persists, dab it with a drying potion containing acne-fighting ingredients such as salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide (try Kate Somerville Anti Bac Clearing Lotion, $39). Is your acne more severe? Get more skin care help here.

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hmm, interesting

by Monique3 Thursday, February 7, 2013 at 08:08AM Report as inappropriate

Nice to know!

by EricaC123 Thursday, December 27, 2012 at 03:35PM Report as inappropriate

A big nose! That's awful! A guy should love you for who you are!!

by kc99012 Saturday, September 1, 2012 at 04:16PM Report as inappropriate

face fuzz hahaha, i guess that's true!!

by LeSucre Friday, July 6, 2012 at 12:36AM Report as inappropriate

actually, my boyfriend couldn't care less about most of these things.

by liliofthevalley Thursday, May 24, 2012 at 06:19PM Report as inappropriate

great tips

by Nicole2814 Thursday, April 26, 2012 at 05:21PM Report as inappropriate

well, this doesnt boost my self esteem, but its true....

by olkrav319 Monday, April 9, 2012 at 05:08PM Report as inappropriate

I really wasn't TOO offended by this article... I have been trying to get rid of my acne and dark circles... but when they mentioned big nose I almost started to cry, because I have a big nose that I've always hated, and contouring really dosn't make it look smaller at all :,\

by Brightface Tuesday, April 3, 2012 at 08:33PM Report as inappropriate

Too bad I have a few of these, including the big nose. It makes me mad when people mention my big nose, and it makes me want to keep it even more, to prove that I love myself just the way I am, that i'm confident, and i'm slowly learning to love my face. I don't think I should have to hide my big nose under makeup (I do however use makeup to cover acne marks, but the nose makeup idea is just outrageous) just for some guy who should like me just the way I am, and other women should be the same.

by watsername23 Thursday, March 29, 2012 at 07:34PM Report as inappropriate

guys, this stuff was proven in an issue on cosmopolitan. plus, you read it and you wanted to know. they told you. dont get mad at the for that.

by HKelsey Tuesday, December 20, 2011 at 11:28PM Report as inappropriate