CULT OF BEAUTY.

Auckland Star, Volume LXI, Issue 97, 26 April 1930, Page 4 (Supplement)

CULT OF BEAUTY.

ERASE UNCOMELY LINES.

ARMS WHICH MAKE OR MAR.

(By A PARIS BEAUTY SPECIALIST.)

It has, been proved that the premature wrinkles which appear around the eyes are caused almost wholly by eye-strain. When there is an effort made to. overcome any occular defect, the muscles of the face are tense, the skin folds between tho muscles, a,nd the countenance presents the appearance of lassitude and mental discomfort'. • There are beauty and harmony in the lines of happy old age, but the uncomely lines caused by eye strain are unnatural to possess, and distort the features, which'makes us less attractive than we are. It. is these acquired wrinkles that later meet the lines of age and dispel the appearance of harmony .in the face, causing the bloom of youth to fade. The facial furrows of healthy and happy old age appear in graceful curves between the long muscles of the face,and in parallel shades around,the circular muscles of the eyes and mouth. When" the eyes are strained the features are invariably affected in some displeasing manner, and the variety of ways in -which the face may lose its beauty is innumerable, and as varied as the''kinds, and degrees of occular defects. ~r Those /vyho live natural arid wholesome lives, who avoid eating muscle meats, bolted flours, and artificial sweets, may rightfully expect to delay the time when the ravages of age will steal away their youthful appearance, but they inUst also see ;to it that they do not distort their faces froni eye strain 'if tliey.; would retain a comely, face.

If the eyes are normal, or are made so with glasses, the muscles of the face are thoroughly relaxed. Then no impression is formed from the countenance to belle the mei\tal attitude, the psychic emotions are given free expression, the facial variations more correctly express joy and sorrow, as well as moral, spiritual, and intellectual accomplishments, and the face is truly the mirror of the soul. , ' , Vi > Elbow Sense, In these days of sleeves or no sleeves at all, it behoves the woman to look to tho arms which will make or mar the picture. Make it if they are well rounded and smooth and white, mar it if they are thin and tanned and present an unsightly elbow to the defenceless eye. Many women who are perfectly competent, even adepts^at the art of making up face and neck, do not extend their skill to the arms, with the result that in evening dress the sight is incongruous; a Well-groomed head and white neck and shoulders gleaming above an attractive gown, while arms are rough and red, ' are altogether fatal to the perfect ensemble. Arms which are tanned, freckled, or dowliy, and guiltless of powder or attention in any way, destroy any other indication that you are a well-groomed woman, whatever may be the care given in other matters. } ]. t • Arms Require Creams and Powders. The arms require their creams and powders, just as the face and throat do, for they are exposed in the same way. In making them- up the process is the same as in making up the face. They should be carefully 'cleansed with a good cream, and then should be treated with a skin, tonic, after which, at night, a good bleaching agent • should be applied. If the arms are too thin a tissue-builder is ht order, just as for the face and neck, but if they are inclined-to thickness above the elbow they should be relentlessly kneaded- and pinched and massaged until some of the excess fat disappears., • For freckles on the arm use a bleach which has been recommended by a reliable chemist.' Any freckle cream will hot do, and there is a distinct danger in the use of some kinds,. - , A bleach of cucuinber and lemon will do much to relieve the condition, and will not have bad results, as in many of the remedies which contain poisonous substances which injure the scarf skin. If you use a depilatory on the down on the arms be careful in your selection.

Sometimes a mixture of equal partes of peroxide and ammonia, niixed fresh every day, and applied night after night, will cause the growth to become lighter iu colour and weaker in substance, but it will be several months before any real results will show. . Every Little Hint Helps. Bleach the arms with' a good face bleach, preferably one made of cucumber, and be careful not to neglect any portion' of the surface when it is applied. Roughened and darkened elbows ruin an otherwise beautiful pair of arms, but these may be remedied by the use of a strap made of silk gauze. This is strapped to the elbow, and holds a pad of absorbent cotton firmly in place. The cotton is saturated with bleaching cream, and should be worn at night until the elbow has become softened and smooth. When preparing for evening the arms should be powdered as carefully as the face and neck, but it should be remembered that 3,11 dancing the arms are apt to leave a trace of whatever has been applied upon the partner's clothing. The best way is to apply a liquid cream, wipe it all off well, and then a thin layer of powder, which in its turn is also wiped off. The tips of the lingers may be slightly rouged also, but this should be most carefully done or artificiality will be the only result. Corns. Corns are nature's protest against undue pressure or friction, and may result from shoes either too tight or too loose. As there are many well-known corn remedies on the market, all about equally efficacious, I shall not give any formulae. But I may say that unless the cause is removed no remedy will effect a cure. If the affliction is severe, go to a. chiropodist, and save time, suffering, and money.