Girl's guide

"One of the great things about painting your nails is the ability to express yourself on ten tiny canvases that go everywhere you go. Even better is the fact that these canvases can be wiped clean and re-decorated on a regular basis. You can choose what art you practice and how you portray yourself to the world. This book will help you to use your nails to show the world something about who you are. It will help you to understand how to accomplish cool designs--even if you've just purchased your first bottle of nail polish! Look inside to see how professionals apply nail polish and how to use items in your home to make your nails look unique and eye-catching. With practice, you'll be able to amaze your friends with some of the easy techniques explained in this book"--Back cover.

Provides tips and guidance for taking selfie photographs.

"Girls have always passed notes back and forth. Today, though, this activity happens digitally. The explosion of technology has made smartphones and tablets everyday tools. For many teen girls, social media apps like Snapchat, Instagram, and Twitter are the preferred way to share funny stories, glamorous selfies, and lip-synced videos. This up-to-date guide provides all that girls need to know to get started with social media, including everything from backgrounds on the companies to step-by-step directions on how to set up and navigate accounts, adjust settings, and release content out into the world. The ins and outs of each platform are covered, as well as tips for ease of use, etiquette, and safety"--Back cover.

"You want to wear makeup, but what to use and how to choose? Where to buy it and how to apply it? What looks are trending, and does that matter? With all the choices out there, finding the right makeup can be tricky. This book can help you find answers that work for you. It provides basic information on how to care for your skin and keep it healthy. It also provides shopping tips and suggestions for putting together a starter makeup kit, along with ideas and strategies for applying make up that will enhance your features and appearance. The down-to-earth advice in Makeup and Skin Care will make it easy for you to experiment, have fun, and enhance your natural beauty"--Back cover.

"Do you love fashion, but wonder how you could afford to look like the models in your favorite fashion magazines? Or maybe you'd like to find a personal style all your own but you're finding it difficult to dress the way you'd like on your current budget. No matter what your attitude about fashion, the High/Low approach can work for you. 'High/Low fashion' is a term that combines the principles of haute couture, or high-end fashion, with that of more budget-friendly clothing. Movie stars and celebrities understand the appeal of High/Low fashion, and with this book you'll be able to dress for your individual body type and style and always have a variety of outfits in your closet that you enjoy wearing and never get tired of"--Back cover.

"This book provides expert advice on how to avoid the dreaded 'bad hair day,' and keep your hair looking vibrant and beautiful. Subjects covered in this guide include the proper ways to maintain healthy hair, tips on how to avoid some mistakes that many people make in caring for their hair, and the secret ingredient to achieving a voluminous and shiny head of hair. The book also provides easy-to-follow instructions on how to make the most popular hairstyles, as well as tips to get the right look for any girl. You will learn everything from creating the perfect bun to braiding like a pro, along with the one ponytail mistake that almost every girl makes. Written with a light, humorous tone, this book can help you feel like an expert in hair care"--Back cover.

"It's a rare girl who has an unlimited budget to buy whatever is in style, whenever she wants. Beginning as early as ten years old and throughout their school years, most girls intuitively understand that adults and classmates judge them on their appearance. They feel the pressure to look their best, but often lack the knowledge on how to accomplish that task, especially on a limited budget. This book guides girls in the journey of presenting a polished appearance that suits their diverse personalities. From understanding body shape to choosing foundation garments; from style and color preferences to selecting the right accessories, there are many things that girls can do to improve their wardrobes without spending a lot of money. Fashion on a Budget offers practical advice and suggestions that never go out of fashion"--Back cover.