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I'm only fourteen but I have major bags under my eyes. They make me look super tired, even though I get enough sleep. I'm pretty sure they're hereditary because my dad has them too and I used to rub my eyes a lot so that might have contributed. Is there anything I can do to make them go away or a good makeup trick to hide them?

Hey babe, dark circles under the eyes can be super annoying, and trust me, plenty of girls share your problem! You're right-—they can be hereditary, so unfortunately there's not too much you can do to stop them. Unlike your dad though, you can totally get away with covering them up with some makeup!

First and foremost, make sure you're getting enough sleep-at least eight hours a night. Sleep deprivation can def give ya bags. Since malnutrition is another cause of undereye circles, make sure you're drinking plenty of water and eating a healthy diet full of fruits and veggies.

How else to banish those pesky bags? Many cosmetic brands sell eye cream that you use once a day to keep the skin around your eyes nice and firm. You can also dab some concealer on dark circles to keep them hidden and balance your eyes out with a light coat of mascara. Don't over-do it on the concealer though, it can tend to look cakey and actually cause the bags to look even worse. A few dabs will do wonders.

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Cucumbers are proven to reduce it! Tinted moisturizer instead of foundation! Sleep! Don't put a whole bunch of eyeline and rub while having mascara!

popsweet838 on 2/25/2010 7:57:34 PM

hey... i alwys look tired. evn my bf and friends hav tld me tht ilook tire.... wch is tru... i no i dnt get eno sleep i ply alot of sports and smetmes i hav practices till lke 9 30 pm.

cooline on 12/12/2009 4:36:26 PM

MOD MOD MOD!!!!!!! Help! i've never had that bad of prob. with acne(just a sore, red pimple every so often) but a few days ago i bought some "healing" cover-up and after 2 uses it DOUBLED in size! how can i stop this in the futre?

Hey girl. Not all skin care products work for everyone. If this so called "healing" cover up only made your pimples worse, stop using it and try something new. Best, Kristen

Kristen Y.

paintmylife on 10/11/2009 5:35:57 PM

MOD MOD MOD!!! I have very bad acne. I wash my face three times a day, using both facial wash and the cleansing pads. My face is also very oily, so I use the stuuf without oil. My face still doesn't get any better! I get made fun of alot, and everybody says I don't wash my face. Do you have any suggestions as to what would work?

Hey chicky, you should try experiment with different acne products. Proactiv and Neutrogena have great acne fighting solutions that quickly clear your face and leave it clean and fresh. A little dab of Witch Hazel might clear those bumps up too.

Lynae P.

munkeyzrule1023 on 10/2/2009 8:55:42 PM

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Okay, I get like 9 to 10 hours of sleep every night and I drink a lot of water. But I still have theses huge brown bags under my eyes, and when I took my school photo you could see them bulging out. Is there anyway that I can get rid of these things? And my mom will kill me if I wear make-up! What do I do? Does anything at home work? I heard putting green tea bags under your eyes works, and I already used cucumbers, the cucumbers didn't help.

Hey babe,

Try the tea bags - I've heard that works well. You also might be getting TOO much sleep, so try to cut back a little and see if that helps at all.

xoxo Allie

Allie S.

sushigirl_5 on 9/9/2009 6:06:44 PM

I get bad bags under my eyes too! I've had them since I was little, but my Dad and Mom don't get them! So cucumbers might work? I'll have to try that! Any other things?

Getting enough sleep usually helps me!

Megan R.

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thealphacouncil on 9/4/2009 6:14:56 PM

MOD MOD MOD!!!! this is kinda out of topic but i am 4'7 and 94 pounds. yeah i think thats overweight but i wanna know if it is or not. i dont stress over my weight just wanna be sure.

Hey girlie,

Depending on how old you are, that is probably considered to be a little overweight. Good for you for not stressing over it. Just try to stay away from soda and fast food. And make sure you drink alot of water and eat alot of fruits and veggies. You should probably make an appointment with your doctor so he can tell you what a good healthy weight for your age and height is.

Thanks!

Megan

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cnell411 on 9/4/2009 10:18:19 AM

MOD... What are 5 foods that make you bloat the most. I am so uncomfortable with my body because it is bloated a lot. So what are 5 foods that don't make you bloat also?
~Alicia~

Hey girl, bloating's just a natural part of your body so don't sweat it. As for foods, though, while there's no distinct top 5, just try steering clear of junk food. You'll find you'll feel better inside and out if you stick to fruits, veggies, and other healthy eats. Hope this helps, girlie!

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missprezofPGK on 9/3/2009 2:12:09 PM

Mod,
I'm having 'ISHues' with zits/pimples...
I'm started getting some on my chest and they won't go away like the ones on my face do! My skin type also seems to be in the midst of changing even though I already went through most of my skin changes last last year.

My faced is breaking out diff. then ever before!

Hey girl, now seems like a good time to see a dermatologist. When things aren't normal, it's best to put it in the hands of a profession. Your dermatologist will be able to prescribe you prescription creams that are stronger and will tackle your problem areas. He or she will also make a customized skin combat plan just for you. I go to a dermatologist, and my skin has gotten remarkably better. It's never too late or early to go. Hope this helps!

xoxo

Alyssa B.

lovemenot on 9/3/2009 12:02:45 AM

ug, i have bags all the time, especially when i have allergies. i use bobbi brown concealer and i cream, and it works well. try it!<3

katr11 on 9/2/2009 9:40:44 PM

oh mine arent to bad so i just use a powder foundation/concealer with a eye highlighter over and it works PERFECTLY!!

hope this helps!

Lions345 on 9/1/2009 10:16:43 PM

grr i always have bags too!

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breanna_nikj-luvr on 9/1/2009 8:08:44 PM

UH I GET BAGS ALL THE TIME! IT SUX SOOO BAD! BUT YEAH IF U PUT MAKEUP ON IT HELPS ALOT!
~~~~~~MOD~~~~~~
HI!

OKAY I GOT CONTACTS A FEW WEEKS AGO. I ALWAYS WEAR EYELINER & EYESHADOW! IS IT BAD 2 WEAR THAT IF U HAVE CONTACTS?? CUZ I DONT WANNA RUIN THEM & THEN HAVE 2 PAY 4 NEW 1'S! THX!

~m1lk$h@k3~

Hey girl! It might be a good idea to ask your eye doctor this question.

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jessicaop on 9/1/2009 4:08:37 PM

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Okay. So I am a size 36A. my mom is probably a big b or small c. im 14 so am prob. almost done growing. am i small for my age nad will i end up the same size as her?

Hey, some girls are just later in growing up there so you'll really just have to wait and see. You're most likely not done growing.

katelin s.

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musicrox on 8/31/2009 5:18:39 PM

MOD- I just found out that I am lactose intolerant. I don't have any ideas about any good snacks or meals that don't have any dairy products in them. If you have any ideas, could you let me know please! Thanks, and other girlies too please!! Thanks a bunch!!

canadian_girl22 on 8/31/2009 3:15:24 PM

haha what are we uh talking about

skinnyjeanster on 8/31/2009 1:49:06 PM

Mod Mod MOd, MOD MOD!!!!!!! ok school StAarts soon and i want to scrunch my hair..Any Tips On How To scrunch my hair to stay good at least for 3 hours and not make it TOO stiff. Any videos you sugest I could watch on the computer/websites w/ tips? Thnx

Hey girl,

Scrunch your hair when it's still a little damp! You basically pinch your hair with all your fingers and squeeze it upwards.

Megan P.

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♥brenda♥ on 8/31/2009 1:03:45 PM

MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD does a sports physical change at all after you get your period? also, what happens at a sports physical?

Hey girl,

A sports physical shouldn't change after you get your period. At a sports physical they will take your blood pressure, listen to your heart and lungs, go over your health history and probably check your joints.

Megan P.

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mtsnow12 on 8/31/2009 12:28:57 PM

Same prob, but im sure its cuz i dont get enough sleep... i go to bed at 3AM and get up at NOON.... ugh i need to get back into a regular sleeping pattern for school.

4lz_Valentine on 8/30/2009 8:54:26 PM

Thanks so much, I think i'll try that.

turtles_in_africa on 8/30/2009 8:51:27 PM

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How's it going? I have a problem. At least once a week I get a really bad stomach ache and then get irregular. Usually Pepto or Tums help..but it's so annoying because I have to leave my friends because I feel so sick! It's not from my period because I haven't started my period yet...
Are there certain foods that cause this? Or do I need more fiber or something? What causes this? This happens really often so...help! Thanks!

Hey girl,

Yep, I would try more fiber and experiment with diff foods to see what's causing your probs. Maybe make a li'l food diary to see what's up!

Caitlin R.

turtles_in_africa on 8/30/2009 8:43:56 PM

MOD Can I wear makeup over whiteheads and pimples?

Hey girl,

Yepper. Use a li'l concealer.

Caitlin R.

jessicasway17 on 8/30/2009 8:17:05 PM

Hey Mod!
I have Zits on my hair lign and School is gunna start sooN! How can I get rid of em?y.

Hey girl,

Try some zit zapping stuff from the drugstore. If your face is oily around the hairline, wash your hair daily. For a homemade fix, dab some toothpaste on the zits.

Caitlin R.

Smile_if_U-want on 8/30/2009 7:45:16 PM

mOD MOD MOD MOD MOD!!!!!!!!!!
How can I get my eyeshadow to stay on longer??? Mine only lasts till 2nd period normally!!

Hey girl,

Experiment with diff kinds or try putting on just a LITTLE bit (you may be putting on too much so it might be caking and flaking off!)

Caitlin R.

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thealphacouncil on 8/30/2009 7:40:26 PM

MOD! I am perfectly fine with my body. Except for my stomach because it sticks out. I asked my mom how to tone it but she said I can't because that's the way I'm made. But my stomach was never big before. What do I do?

Hey girl,

Try eating a diet of healthy fruits and veggies to cut back on any bloating. You can also do situps or try a workout from G-LIFE. And remember...you're beautiful the way you are !

Caitlin R.

500935 on 8/30/2009 7:23:06 PM

MOd!
I want to make tye dye shirts for charity. I was going to give some to hospital patients and hand them to them personally and let them pick out which one they want, but my mom saids giving them to a hospital would not work. Where else could I donate them and hand them to people personally and let them pick which tyd dye shirt they want?

Hey girl,

Hmmm..I would research charities in your area maybe at a local school or church. Another good thing to try might be a soup kitchen, since a lot of the peeps are homeless and the fun tie-dye would def cheer them up.

Caitlin R.

Shall Shall on 8/30/2009 6:52:16 PM

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I was wondering what type of clothes will make my breast look smaller and my thighs look smaller?

Hey girl,

Embrace your shape! If you wanna make 'em look smaller, black is always all-over slimming. For smaller thighs, go with darker wash jeans. To make your chest look smaller, try going for solids, since prints will draw attention to a big chest.

Caitlin R.

Shall Shall on 8/30/2009 6:49:06 PM

i have the same problem, and mine are hereditary too but i found a way to make them almost completely disappear first i use mary kay triple eye enhancer or something like that...its made specifically to reduce the appearance of dark circles and bags under your eyes. it might be available from cheaper brands too...im not really sure. then i use either mascara or eyeliner to draw the attention to the eye itself instead of the bags under it. it works like a charm and they arent even noticable

taytay118 on 8/30/2009 6:22:26 PM

hey girl... story of my life... i have tried every cover up trick known to man kind... i even tried getting enough sleep for like 3 weeks straight... it doesn't help... good news! nobody really cares... i'm still plenty pretty with the bags... i have friends i'm happy... no one really notices them so stop worrying!
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ChAsEmEhOmE on 8/30/2009 6:14:20 PM

MOD MOD MOD Ok so my friend and I got in a fight a long time ago. Along with my other friends. My other friends and I are fine. The one girl isnt though. We where best friends before the fight. But know she has a new best friend. Last year after school i tolled her why she still got on my nerves and stuff and we got everything out. But recently I went to my friends party and she was still there and she acted rude toward me. And I heard she had said some rudes things about me behind my back to her twin sister and my other friend.Like one of them was "She's just jealous because I have a new best friend". She has been such a snot sense she started going out with her bf and hanging out with her new bff. And when she is around her bff the boys come around. She acts like a ditz and flirts with all of them. I am tired of it what should I do about it? School is about to start.. and i dont want to put with it. When ever you confront the one twin the other one always stands behind the other one defending the one. Would it be mean to tell that twin to back off because its between me and the other twin?? What should I do? Is she jealous of me or something?? Please help!!

Hey girl,

Write the girl you fought with a note. This way her twin can't jump in and it'll be just between the two of you. Be nice and mature and respectful in the note, and tell her how you feel.

Caitlin R.

cutiecakes on 8/30/2009 5:54:56 PM

i have bags too. they are so annoying cuz they look funny. >

PicturePerfect on 8/30/2009 5:48:43 PM

*mod*
I keep breaking out all over my forehead and i dont know what I should do to stop it since school is starting and some girls are merciless! I've been cleaning my face two times a day for almost a month now but they wont go away! what do I do now???

Hey girl,

Def take a look at all our CLEAR SKIN CHALLENGE stuff on Beauty 101. Eat right, don't stress and just keep experimenting with diff routines to find one that works best for you. If that doesn't help see if you can set up an appointment with a dermatologist.

Caitlin R.

mandapanda96 on 8/30/2009 5:30:36 PM

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So my bffl broke up with her boifriend earlier today because at first they were "sneaking a relationship" (Because her mom didn't agree with them going out) Now she says he's gotten way too carried away by calling her house when he's not
a loud to and her cell. I talk to him when i can too but it just doesn't feel right talking to her ex. How do i let him know i don't wanna talk to him anymore either? P.S. I told him also not to call my homephone and he did!
-Forever Moi

Hey girl,

Uh ohhh...write him a note and tell him how ya feel. And comfort and be with your BFFL thru this hard time.

Caitlin R.

forevermoi on 8/30/2009 5:18:56 PM

modmodmod and girls i need your help does anyone know how to remove a skin it from a phone bc im gonna order a new one but i still have one on my fone plzzzzz help

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periodworrier17 on 8/30/2009 5:10:57 PM

oh i have bags too but i really dont mind them
anyway!
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edgypunkrockerchick on 8/30/2009 4:58:03 PM

i have that too , espicially in the summer. but mine arent very bad. its just because my sleep gets messed up in the summer lol

Maddyrox92 on 8/30/2009 4:39:26 PM

MOD!!!!!!!!!!!
how do you get rid of hiccups?!?!?! i get them all the time!!!!

Hey girl,

Try drinking a glass of water upside down, or just try to calm down and change your breathing pattern.

Caitlin R.

smileysevvie on 8/30/2009 4:28:46 PM

Hmm, I have that. The dark circles and I always get around 8+ hrs of sleep.

I use this eye defense cream from L'Oreal. Works amazing! All ya do is dab it on and gently rub it in the skin under your eyes ... I haven't tried concealer though

_savvygirl_15 on 8/30/2009 3:51:52 PM

I do pressed powder, then concealer, then pressed powder again. I ♥ CoverGirl.

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missgoodytwoshoes on 8/30/2009 3:39:28 PM

MOD thx i need 2 go 2 another pottery or art class.

greengirl111 on 8/30/2009 3:08:53 PM

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My parents are always yelling at me for wearing too much eye make-up. I'm going into 7th grade and all the girls wear eye make-up, plus My lashes are really short and stubby, so I need mascara to cover that up. And I get bags under my eyes and they always say it's make-up (Even when I tell them what it is) and start yelling at me. They need to realize I have to grow up sooner or later. ANy advice?

Hey girl,

Have a little talk with you 'rents and let them know that you just wanna wear a LITTLE makeup...nothing too crazy. They should understand.

Caitlin R.

jonasNtwilight3 on 8/30/2009 3:04:13 PM

I saw this health clip on the news that said teens arent getting enough sleep because many of us are spending late hours on
the internet,
txting friends and
watching to much late night tv.

And not to mention trying to get our homework finished. I know I go to sleep later than I should.

luckykel on 8/30/2009 3:03:36 PM

MOD i want 2 make new friends but i know almost ALL the new girls go into the cliques!!!!i cant tell them not 2 cuz that would be rude!!!!the last new girl last year went into 1 of the big cliques and she ended up 2b meaner than any of the others!!!!!i can make friends when we hav stuff in common and can stand each other but it seems 2b harder when im @ the school im @ now cuz my bff i r the ones that r targeted!!!!can u help???thx!!!!

Hey girl,

Why don't you make friends in EVERY clique? Join a few different after-school activities so you can have friends with all diff hobbies.

Caitlin R.

greengirl111 on 8/30/2009 2:42:36 PM

thanks Katie S. i have major bags under my eyes

hey girls please check out my profile

wednesday1408 on 8/30/2009 1:59:06 PM

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