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20 real girl tips for major bikini confidence

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    Before you go:
    1.Stay active! This could mean working out, riding your bike, dancing, swimming...anything to get you off your feet and leading a healthy lifestyle this summer! You’ll look and feel fab!
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    2. Choose the right suit for your body type. Look for ones that are figure flattering with ruching, flirty side ties, or bold stripes. Check out this post to find the suit style that fits you best.
     
    We love: Delia’s Ruffle Keyhole One-Piece in Multi Stripe, $35, delias.com
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    3. Pick a bikini that suits your style. Why blend into a sea of black bikinis? We say pick a bright pattern you love, and strut your stuff.
     
    We love: Delia’s Molded Cup Halter and Tie Hipster in Multi Ikat, both $25, delias.com
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    4. Take care of your skin: Exfoliate, shave and moisturize before you go. Smooth, silky gams appear leaner when you’re rockin’ that bikini!

     
    We love: Gillette Venus Breeze 2in1 Razor, $10, walmart.com

    EOS Evolution of Smooth Pomegranate Raspberry Shave Cream, $3, walmart.com

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    5. Eat healthy and drink a ton of agua. In exchange for those unhealthy snacks, try fresh fruit slices or nuts. Plus, downing a lot of water makes hair, skin, and nails look their best.
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    6. Choose a glam cover up. Start off the day feeling fab and fierce and carry that attitude with you for the whole day.

     
    We love: ASOS Palm Print Racerback Beach Cover Up, $34, asos.com
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    7. Try a subtle fake tan. Psst: A faux glow helps muscles look more toned and lean, without the risk of exposing yourself to harmful rays.

    We love: L’Oreal Sublime Bronze Pro Perfect Salon Airbrush Self-Tanning Mist, $11, ulta.com

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    8. Love yourself! Look in the mirror and find at least three things about your bod that you like. Focus on those three things when you hit the sand.

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    9. Practice good posture. You don’t wanna be hunched over. Standing taller actually makes you look thinner, so push those shoulders back, lengthen your neck and work it!
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    10. Get some waterproof makeup! Grab some eyeshadow in a bright, summery color that will stay on throughout the day. It’ll add some pop to your look and make you feel super pretty.

     
    We love: CoverGirl Intense ShadowBlast Eye Shadow in Blue Bomb, $8, amazon.com
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    At the beach or pool:  
    1. Wear your fave piece of jewelry! Every girl needs her bling, so rock your fave necklace or bracelet stack.  

     
    We love: Forever 21 Swirling Bead Necklace, $6, forever21.com
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    2. Add some sweet sunnies to your beach style. You’ll look instantly cooler behind some serious shades.

     
    We love: Forever21 Sunglasses, $6, forever21.com
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    3. Smile! This is soo simple and makes you instantly more approachable. Plus, it tricks your mind into feeling happier. (Really!) A pretty gloss with SPF sweetens the deal.
     
    We Love: Clinique Long Last Glosswear SPF 15 in Clearly Pink, $15, sephora.com
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    4. Quit negative thoughts—and don’t compare yourself to others. Positive thinking leads to good things!

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    5.  Slather on the SPF. Protect your skin from sun damage and breakouts with an oil free sunscreen. Go for the trifecta and pick one that's waterproof.
     
    We Love: Coppertone Oil Free Lotion SPF 30 Sunscreen 8oz, $10, soap.com
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    6. Take care of your hair: Summer is the perf time to show off those beachy waves.

     
    We love: Tigi Catwalk Session Series Salt Spray, $13, amazon.com
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    7. Wear beachy wedges with your cover up! The added height makes you appear taller, thinner and firmer. Work it, girl!

     
    We love: Rocket Dog Clara Espadrille Wedges, $40, piperlime.com
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    8. Want more coverage? Add some stylin’ shorts. There are tons of shorts made to swim in. Don’t let your fears hold you back from having a great time.

    We love: Billabong Bella Boardshorts, $40, pacsun.com
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    9. Compliment others on their cute suits. You’ll make both yourself and someone else feel good!
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    10. Wear a big floppy hat or a cool fedora. Drawing attention to all different places on your body will make you feel less nervous about showing off a specific area. Plus, you’ll look so glam!
     

    We love: Kirra All The Glory Fedora, $15, pacsun.com

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so i was wondering if their are any very tasty meals and heathy with no cows milk and gluten  so i i have been working out for months but i still loose only 1 or 2 pounds

Hey girl,

Cut yourself some slack! If you are working out and staying healthy, focus on that more than how much weight you are losing. And as for gluten-free and dairy-free meals, try substitutions like rye bread, veggie pasta or soy/almond/rice milk! Fruits and veggies are always dairy and gluten free, so reach for those next time you want a snack. Check out our recipe channel for tons more food ideas! http://www.girlslife.com/category/healthy-recipes.aspx


 
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by girlbeauty on 7/6/2012 11:11:23 PM

 
 



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1 so I was wondering where you found picture 14s bikini
2 my mom works for a makeup company I have asked girlslife about this many times that she does not let me wear makeup that is not hers she always say NO
thx ava




Hey Ava,

I didn't write this article so I'm not sure Frown But you can get a similar turquoise bandeau bikini at Roxy! Check it out here.




The thing is, if she wants you to use her makeup, she probably has a good reason. Most likely, it's because she has a discount/gets them for free and it will help the family financially. I would try saving up your own money (allowance, presents, etc.) and asking her if you can spend your own cash on a different brand, just to test them all out. Tell her you like her brand but you also want to explore what else is out there, since you're just getting into makeup and want to try more than one type. If you're offering to pay, she might be more willing to say yes! 
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by girlbeauty on 7/5/2012 6:04:41 PM

 
 

*MODMODMOD* I'm so sorry I'm asking a ton of questions but I'm so confused! Before this summer, I was a flat AA. Nothing to look at. But my boobs just exploded.Now, I'm a bursting D (almost a DD) and my cleavage spills out of anything I own. Nobody in my family is like this so my mom refuses to let me buy shirts with a low cut. So, I go around wearing small and VERY tight shirts with my cleavage spilling that make it seem like I'm showing off my boobs. A guy approached me at the mall and told me my cleavage was sexy and my boobs were huge. I was humiliated. So I secretly bought this tee with a low v-neck cut that let my boobs spill out because that hurts less than keeping them trapped inside. I could literally see guys getting physically "excited". It was disgusting. Nobody noticed me until this summer and I don't like this attention. How do I convince my mom that I need different kinds of shirts??



Hey babe,

I think if you just straight-out told her, she would understand.  If you just ask for lower cut shirts, to her it probably seems like you're just trying to show them off.  But if you talk it out with her and explain that your old shirts are uncomfortable and they make the situation even worse, she'll likely help you out.  I'm sure she's just as shocked by the sudden change as you are.  Maybe if you ask her to come with you and help you choose some shirts that wouldn't be too revealing, she might feel better about it.

Good luck!
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i have many questions
1. so i am always nevose about when ever i wear my bikini how the fat shows and i feel really bad i have been trying to eat and drink and stay active but i never loose weight
2.is miniral oil and animal by products bad for u
3.what are the types of waterproof makeup
thx -ava




Hey girl,

Check out our health&fitness section for some workouts! You can also buy a cute coverup to wear over your bikini if you're self-conscious, or you can try wearing a tankini that will help hide any unwanted stuff! I'm not sure about mineral oil and animal by-products being bad for you. Since I don't really have any info on the subject, unfortunately I can't be much help with that =/ you can always ask your doc! A variety of makeup brands have waterproof products. Personally, I use Revlon for waterproof mascara! 
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by girlbeauty on 6/27/2012 11:37:46 AM

 
 



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i feel like i am fat and i am 100 pounds and only 9 i really want to burn fat fast
i have a second question my friends have gotten blonde highlights and i really want them and most of my friends got the 200 dollar ones and the ones that my mom gets are only 60 dollars and she can not pay for that




Hey! As long as you're eating enough and making good choices you should try not to focus so much on your weight. Second, talk to your mom about the hi lights and see what she's willing to get you. Good luck! 
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