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Beauty on the Front LinesEver wonder what a beauty routine in the armed forces looks like? Four servicewomen reveal what they pack in their cosmetic bags when deployed and why |
Makeup: The Reality For servicewomen, maintaining a makeup routine is simply about feeling more at home and confident. "I never feel pressured to look or not look a certain way, but I always want to put my best self forward, no matter what environment I'm in," says Peterson, who, time-permitting, will opt for the basics: mascara, eyeliner, blush, gloss or chapstick. "Everything else can wait until I'm back home."
However, she does feel that women need to use some judgment when putting on makeup. "For example, I wouldn't cake on a pound of makeup and bright, red lipstick just to go take a Physical Fitness Test. In that instance, I'd be wearing no makeup at all, but you'd be surprised...there are some girls," Peterson says.
To stay within guidelines, Frost looks to Revlon products for the brand's range of neutral and natural colors. For lips that weather wind, sun and dirt: "Burt's Bees has a great line of lip glosses that provide just the right hint of color and sunscreen."
If you're a traveler looking for an all-around winner, Baer looks to Bare Escentuals and Urban Decay Naked Eyeshadow Palette, $52, for its versatility.
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However, she does feel that women need to use some judgment when putting on makeup. "For example, I wouldn't cake on a pound of makeup and bright, red lipstick just to go take a Physical Fitness Test. In that instance, I'd be wearing no makeup at all, but you'd be surprised...there are some girls," Peterson says.
To stay within guidelines, Frost looks to Revlon products for the brand's range of neutral and natural colors. For lips that weather wind, sun and dirt: "Burt's Bees has a great line of lip glosses that provide just the right hint of color and sunscreen."
If you're a traveler looking for an all-around winner, Baer looks to Bare Escentuals and Urban Decay Naked Eyeshadow Palette, $52, for its versatility.
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