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what makes you different makes you beautiful 23

She gave me a hug and I smiled. I took those words into my heart, and I
wasnt afraid anymore. I stopped trying to make myself smaller when I walked
onto the bus; I stood tall (as tall as I could stand). Instead of looking at the oor
as I hurried to my seat, I looked those kids right in the eye. Because I stopped
acting like a victim, they stopped treating me like one, and after that the bullying
stopped. I had earned their respect.
My mothers incredible words have become a mantra in my life, and I want
you to know this too:
What makes you different makes you beautiful. Embrace who you are, what
you are, the gifts that God gave you. Those things about yourself that you dont
love you know, your freckles, your laugh lines, your nose those are the deli-
cious, unique characteristics that make you YOU. And you, my love, are beauti-
ful.
How to Build a Flawless Face
When it comes to feeling strong and condent, knowledge is power. So many
people have asked me, In what order should I apply my makeup? Do I do my
eyes rst? My foundation? From concealer to lipstick, heres how I put on a
perfect face every time. If you dont use everything here, this order still works.
1. Skin care
2. Primer
3. Concealer
4. Foundation
5. Highlighter
6. Contouring powder
7. Blush
8. Eye shadow
9. Eyeliner
10. Mascara
11. Brow pencil or powder
12. Lip color
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