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Prime Coat By Janet Flora You may have heard of them, seen them on makeup counters or advertised in magazines, and wondered – do they work? I am talking about makeup primers. Just like a primer prepares a wall for a coat of paint, makeup primers prepare the skin for makeup. There are foundation primers, corrective primers, eye primers and lip primers. They promise to create a protective base, smooth the skin and in general cause makeup to wear better and longer. The real question is: Does everyone need them? If you have normal skin (neither too dry nor too oily) you probably don’t need to wear a primer under your foundation or powdered foundation. In fact, it’s better to avoid it. You don’t want unnecessary coats of any product, which can look too thick and settle into fine lines and creases. However, if your skin is dry, foundation can soak up in the dry spots leaving an uneven, blotchy application; a primer can eliminate that problem. The primer will even out any dry
patches, leave the skin’s surface smoother and thus the foundation or powder will go on more uniformly. Laura Mercier makes a primer that is a favorite with many professional makeup artists and costs about $30. Revlon has a foundation primer that is lightweight and effective and costs about $12.99. Smashbox makes colorcorrecting primers available in three colors: Green minimizes redness, Apricot reduces the look of dark under-eye circles and sunspots, and Lavender helps neutralize yellow undertones. These color correcting primers will not eliminate any discolorations or uneven skin tone, but they can reduce the appearance of these imperfections. If you do use these primers, apply them just where the dislocation or spot is, rather than all over the face. If you have oily skin, as the day wears on, you might notice that your face looks shiny and greasy, with or without a foundation. There are great matifying primers that will keep your skin looking fresh all day. Try Estee Lauder’s Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher. Make Up For Ever sells a product called All Mat, an oil-free colorless gel that will absorb excess oil all day. Alcone also sells a matifier called Face-to-Face and it’s available in three shades: light, medium, and dark. While foundation primers should be used only if necessary, eye and lip primers are great for all skin types and really keep makeup in place. If you only
wear eyeliner and mascara you don’t need an eye primer. But if you wear shadows on your lid you’ll want to try using a primer first. An eye primer will help shadow adhere better to the lid, keep the color of eye shadow from fading and creasing and it will help the shadow last all day. To apply the primer use a sponge or your finger and apply a light coat from the lashline to the bottom of the brow. Almost every cosmetic company makes an eye shadow primer. Some of the most popular are: Smashbox, Revlon, Urban Decay, Estee Lauder, and MAC. Everyone can benefit from a lip primer, even if you never wear lipstick or gloss. Unlike lip balms, which are usually gelatinous and used for dry and chapped lips, lip primers are creamy and condition the lips. Used under a lipstick or gloss they help keep the color from bleeding and feathering. When using a lip pencil all over the lip to create a stain or a matte finish, a primer will make the pencil move more easily over the lips and keep it from looking too dry. Used without any color it will help the lips appear less lined and smoother. These prime coats may not be for everyone, or for everyday use; however, these products can help build a smooth, uniform finish and a makeup application that lasts through the day and into night.
Kid’s Calendar For more events happening this week, check out: North Fork Calendar pg: 24 Arts & Galleries Listings pg: 31 Day by Day Calendar: pg 35 Contact organizations, as some require ticket purchase or advanced registration. AMG-Amagansett; BH-Bridgehampton; EH-East Hampton; HB-Hampton Bays; MV-Manorville; MTKMontauk; Q-Quogue; RVHD – Riverhead; SGH-Sag Harbor; SGK-Sagaponack; SH-Southampton; WMWater Mill; WH-Westhampton; WHB-West Hampton Beach THURSDAY, JANUARY 27 RHYME TIME – 10 a.m., Hampton Library, 2478 Main St., BH. Songs, rhymes, stories and art for children ages 1-3. . 631-537-0015. ME & MOMMY TIME – 9:15-10 a.m. or 3-3:45 p.m., Atlantis Marine World, 431 East Main St., RVHD. Hands-on activities, stories, songs, crafts and live animal encounters. Includes all-day aquarium admission. Members: $40.00/series, Non-Members: $60.00/series (includes admission for one adult/one child). Register at 631-208-9200, ext.
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631-287-TOTS Hampton Pediatric Dental Associates specializes in general dental care for young people. We believe that good dental habits started at a young age will last a lifetime. Our office is designed to make children (& their parents) feel comfortable in a situation that many adults choose to avoid! Our hours will accommodate even the most hectic schedule. 1045403 855
H2O (426), or in person at Atlantis Marine World, or at . $60. FRIDAY, JANUARY 28 PIXIE PLAY AT THE QUOGUE LIBRARY - 10:30 11:30 a.m., Quogue Library, 90 Quogue St., Q. Songs, Rhymes, Stories and Play for children ages 1 - 3 1/2 years old, quoguelibrary@gmail.com, 631-653-4224, quoguelibrary.org. WAKEY! WAKEY! – 8 p.m. Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center, 76 Main St., WHB. 631-288-1500, whbpac.org. $22 SATURDAY, JANUARY 29 LIZ JOYCE & A COUPLE OF PUPPETS CHICKEN SHOW – 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., live show, Goat on a Boat Puppet Theatre, 4 East Union St., SGH. goatonaboat.org. 631-7254193. $10, $9 grandparents and members, $5 children under 3. FAMILY SCIENCE DAY – 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Long Island Science Center, 11 West Main Street, Riverhead. Locate stars and constellations, make a starfinder and a glow-in-the-dark constellation to take home. 631-208-8000. lisciencecenter.org. $5 (visit website for coupon). ANNUAL STUDENT ART FESTIVAL - Part I Grades K – 8, Opening Reception and Student Performances, Guild Hall Museum and John Drew Theater, Free Weekend Art for Children All Ages . Interactive projects for children to work on independently and/or with an adult For more information 631.324.0806 x19, guildhall.org. IF YOU GIVE A CAT A CUPCAKE – 3 p.m., Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center, 76 Main St., WHB A Madcap Adventure for the Whole Family... Based on the newest installment in Laura Numeroff’s beloved If You Give A . . . book series, Omaha Theater brings this zany world premiere production with music to the stage. Ages 3 - 9. $15-$25. info@whbpac.org, 631-288-1500 SUNDAY, JANUARY 30 PENGUIN ENCOUNTER – 11 a.m., Atlantis Marine World, 431 E. Main St., RVHD. A close-up encounter with an African Penguin. General aquarium admission required and cost is separate. Children under 12 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Children under 5 are not permitted, reservations@amwny.com 631-208-9200, atlantismarineworld.com. $50 AMARYLLIS FARM SANCTUARY - 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., 93 Merchants Path off Sagg Rd Sagaponack, BH. Visit the largest assortment of rescued animals on the East End. Children can feed the animals and pony rides are always available, christine@amaryllisfarm.com, 631-537-7335, $5.
MONDAY, JANUARY 31 TEEN KNITTING AT RML - 7-8:30 p.m. Reg. Req’d. Teen Dept., Rogers Memorial Library, 91 Coopers Farm Rd., SH For teen beginners to experts, lridgway@myrml.org, 631 283-0774. Also Feb 14. Let them know you are interested and sign-up for our NEW TEEN KNITTING CLASS. TUESDAY, FEBRUARY1 SAG HARBOR COAT DRIVE – Drop off or pick up coats Tue. - Sat., 9-4. Old Whalers Church, 44 Union St., SGH. sagharborcommunityfoodpantry.org. Childrens’ coats are particularly needed! WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 2 BABIES & BOOKS – 10 a.m., Westhampton Free Library, 7 Library Ave., WHB. For children ages 6-12 months with a parent or caregiver. Children can be registered for one series each month. whamlib@suffolk.lib.ny.us, 631-288-3335, westhamptonfreelibrary.org. Through2/28. THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 3 LEGO MANIA! AT THE HAMPTON LIBRARY – 3:30 p.m., For children ages 4 and up. 2478 Main St., BH. First and third Thursday each month. Create anything you like with Legos at the library! A great chance for parents to relax and socialize. Today, enjoy a special Legos event as part of our Chinese New Year celebration: Build the Great Wall of China out of Legos! Lego donations greatly appreciated. hljuv@suffolk.lib.ny.us, 631-537-0015, hamptonlibrary.org. Through 2/17. RHYME TIME – 10 a.m., Hampton Library, 2478 Main St., BH. Songs, rhymes, stories and art for children ages 1-3. FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 4 ART STARTS – 10 a.m., Reg. req’d. , Westhampton Free Library, 7 Library Ave., WHB. Also Feb 11, 18. For children ages 3-5 years with a parent or caregiver. Dress for mess., whamlib@suffolk.lib.ny.us, 631 288-3335, westhamptonfreelibrary.org ONGOING Call or visit website for times. Registration may be required.
MUSIC TOGETHER BY THE DUNES – Mon., Tue. Thurs., & Fri. mornings, various locations, newborns-5 & caregivers. Early childhood music & movement program w/ singing, dancing, instrument play & movement. 631-7644180, mtbythedunes.com. GOAT ON A BOAT PUPPET THEATRE – shows, classes, play groups, yoga at 4 East Union Street, SGH. Visit goatonaboat.org. Please send all event listings for the kids calendar to events@danspapers.com by Friday at noon.