When you read this, ideally you should try to make an effort. Here's how to look natural and gorgeous for school.

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Hair. Let's start with hair because people will always notice that. Shampoo and conditioner hair every other day or every other two days - and remember to use conditioner to soften after shampoo. Good brands are Pantene (for silkifying hair), Bed-Head (for volume), John Frieda (for gloss) and Fekkai (if you're moneyed). Even with the glossiest hair, though, a dull color nixes it, unless you have a deep tan and bright eyes. For very pale or sallow skin, don't go for ash blonde, try a darker color. Get highlights and see your hair stylist about what sort of cut will look good on you. Layers are cute for straight hair, and for frizzy curly hair, long is better with a de-frizzing gel or spray. Don't go for zigzag parts and don't use too much hairspray.
Skin. Bad, acne-ridden skin is caused by three things: junk food, lack of care and genes. So if you eat tons of sugary stuff and McDonalds, STOP. It will damage your health, weight and looks. Watch Supersize Me - it's totally true and will shock you right out of your local Burger King. Wash skin every night and don't pile on thick foundation which will hurt it. Use a cleanser and moisturizer twice a day without fail, plus a sunscreen of at least SPF 10 to protect your face. Wrinkly skin in your 30s isn't going to thank your tan.
Eyes. When you wake up in the morning, maybe your eyes are puffy, lashes are stubby and generally your peepers look awful. A tip from Ole Henricksson, skin mogul - fill a sink half-full with a combination of cold water and ice cubes, then press a soaked towel to your eyes and face for at least 10 seconds each. Use an anti-aging eye cream because it's never too early. Once your eyes are depuffed, line your upper eyelids in black, brown or smoke-gray eyeliner, and lower eyelids in white eyeliner. Curl your eyelashes and put on one or two coats of a good, non-clumpy mascara. Get an eye shadow in smouldering gold, dip your pinkie in it and dab it at the corner of your eyes and across the bottom of your lids. Use a concealer to cover up your dark circles.
Make-up. Here you have a choice, even if your school doesn't allow make-up. A tinted moisturizer, to even your skin tone, conceal flaws and save time (foudation and moisturizer in one) - or some mineral powder with concealer on top. If you pick option 1, dust a translucent powder on top to minimize shine. Or you could always use a clear smoothing primer, to minimize sallowness, create a smooth canvas and an alternative to moisturizer. Sephora makes a good one. For bright flushed cheeks, choose a baby pink blush and, using a brush, dust it on the tops of the apples of your cheeks, then blend. Use a moisturizing lip balm, then a nude lipstick, to make your lips look fuller.
Put on a crisp deoderant in a citrus or mint scent, then, using a sweet or citrus cream, moisturize your entire body (but not your face)
Pick a cute outfit, and, on an average day, a casual one. Example - a green argyle hoodie, tight bootcut jeans and a cute silky camisole with high-tops. Or, for a more preppy look, a pleated miniskirt, an acrylic, mohair or cashmere cable-knit sweater, flats or riding boots and a headband. If you have a uniform, make sure the skirt is short, the shirt is a little loose, the tie/bowtie is loose and long and you have at least one bright, cool accessory and preferably two. Sweet boho outfits are the cutest to go with your natural look, like fringed skirts, silky shirts, suede fringy bags, earth tones combined with hot pinks and lime greens, and flower-power jewelry.
Remember to exercise to keep your sweet look, and don't eat too unhealthily. Don't be bratty or mean, be as nice as you can, and don't take life too seriously. Remember, you only live once!

[edit] Tips

When you press ice cubes on your eyes, don't press too hard - it'll leave red marks like you just ironed your eyes.
When you first wake up, dampen your hands under water and then massage your face quickly. It will get your blood stream running.
When given a choice between fingers and brush, always choose the make-up brush. Oil and germs on your fingers are bad for the skin.\
Keep an emergency kit in your school bag at all times. Must have - lip balm, mascara, blush, zit gel, translucent powder and concealer.
People with glasses could wear contacts instead, or tiny round thin-rimmed glasses.
Don't wear too much lip liner
Buy a vaporizor and fill it with a refreshing or soothing toner (again, Sephora has them dirt cheap). This will help your skin soften and set your make-up during the day.

[edit] Warnings

Boys might really like you. (you may like that) but some of you don't

[edit] Things You'll Need

Cosmetic supplies plus cleanser and toner (Sephora, CVS, Maybelline, MaxFactor)
Cool clothes (Forever 21, Charlotte Russe, Abercrombie & Fitch, Marshalls, Macys, thrift shops)
Good, determined attitude