To the best of my knowledge it is my understanding that Karl
Nessler created the first perm or permanent hair wave back in the
period of 1890 - 1900.
I don't know the exact date the perm
was introduced by Nessler, who went by the name of
Nestle.
I do know that the perm was reported to have been very
expensive and take over 12 hours to accomplish. Before the
introduction of Nessler's perm women relied on rag curlers or hot
curling irons to achieve curls in straight hair.
In current times perms have fallen out of favor except with a
small group of the population since perms have the reputation of
causing long term chemical hair damage and unless applied
correctly, lose their oomph after a short period of time.
Best wishes,
Karen
February 4, 2001
Slimming Face Tips?
Question
Dear Karen,
I have been working hard to lose weight and have recently
gotten a fabulous shag cut, as you recommended, to
slenderize my chubby face. I had highlights added around the
crown, as you also suggested, to open up my face and eyes and it
worked great.
So now I am wondering if I can wear certain jewelry to add
even more slenderizing to my face and overall look. Any tips
you can offer would be great appreciated.
Your biggest fan,
Shirley
Answer
Dear Shirley,
Makeup can help a lot. Getting the right colors and
contours will definitely enhance and slenderize. I recommend
that you head to the nearest makeup counter of your choice to get
some advice and possibly a makeover.
I also recommend that you couple your gorgeous new cut with the
right earrings. Yes, jewelry does make a difference in your
overall look. Beauty consultants have long known that you
can create the illusion of a longer or more slender face with
teardrop earrings. The length of the earrings will create a
subliminal image of a longer face. Just as people with round
faces should avoid round glass frames, avoid any type of round
earrings.
Hoop earrings may or may not work depending on the overall
length of your neck. People with shorter necks should
definitely consider avoiding loops or hoops that may make their
necks appear even shorter and therefore add roundness to the face.
On the other hand, people who want to shorten the appearance of a
long neck or face should consider smaller loops that are 1 - 1 1/2
in diameter. Remember, longer bigger loops add length and
fullness.
While you are having your makeup consultation ask the
consultant for additional jewelry suggestions. Silver is
known to tone down pink and red tones and gold jewelry lightens
skin tones.
Necklaces should also be selected carefully. Choker
necklaces would be a bad choice if you have a short neck or round
face. Instead consider a necklace that will create a V shape
to slenderize your face.
Yes, there are many little tricks you can use from selecting
the right color or gems and metal to the appropriate shape. Try on
several earrings until you get the Eureka factor to the
look. Use the right colors and styles of makeup and you are
on your way to totally gorgeous.
Best wishes,
Karen
