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How can I create a new look for myself if I don't have lots of money?

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Try Rent the Runway or another peer-to-peer rental company. For a low cost of $600 a month, you can rent 6 to 12 different items and test out what kind of thing to do for yourself. It's a great way to play around, give yourself a makeover every day to see if you like something before purchasing it. Another great way is thrifting or secondhand, you don't have to break the bank and you can try out some new styles that maybe you're a little bit scared to try.

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Should I change to make people like me or just change for myself?

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The only person you should be changing for is yourself, no matter how cliche it seems. Changing for yourself will help you feel happier and more confident, as opposed to changing for others. Changing for others is pointless - people come and go. The only person you have to face every day for the rest of your life is YOU, so you should be the person that you are proud to be.

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How can I decide between the clothes that I need and the clothes that I don't need?

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Simple! Try to think of the last time you wore each item. If it's been over a year, you probably don't need it anymore.

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Should I wax? I am 13.

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If you don't have too much visible hair then there is no need. Longer you keep it natural, better for your skin.

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If I start waxing, do I have to do it for the rest of my life?

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No, you can stop or switch to a different method anytime.

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Does waxing leave cuts or burns on your legs?

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It can, if not properly done. If it leaves burns then your wax was probably too hot, this is why you should always test out the wax on your skin before using it. It shouldn't leave cuts, but it may bleed if you rip the strip the wrong way. You might also have an allergic reaction to it. It is always better to get your waxing done professionally the first couple of times.

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Why should I make a food chart? That's what someone I knew did and now he's anorexic.

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A food chart helps some people moderate their food intake. If you are obsessive about your weight, a food chart could do more harm then good. It's just an option.

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Can I just be myself?

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Yes. Absolutely.

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What age do I have to be to wax?

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There is no age limit on waxing. If you want to wax, talk to your mom and tell her how you feel. Ask your parents for a test trial to see if it is worth it.

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What about periods and bras?

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If you have specific questions about these things, you should ask your mother or another female relative/adult you are close to.

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How do I know if I need to lose weight?

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Go online and look for a BMI (Body Mass Index) calculator. Put in your height and weight and it will tell you if you need to lose weight.

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What if I don't have makeup?

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If you don't have makeup, then you can either buy some for yourself or ask to use some from your mom. If you don't know where to go to buy your own, ask your mom or an older sibling to take you to the mall and go shopping together.

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How often should I shave and shower? We are a family of 6 and I don't want to shower every day since it's not good for you.

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Shower every other day. If you shave, every two days is probably fine. If you want, you can shave every other day.

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I really try to hide hair on my legs and armpits, but I’m to scared to wax/ shave. It’s hard to wear jackets and pants all the time. What do I do?

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If you are scared of shaving, consider hair removal cream. Just rub it on your legs/underarms, wait as long as the bottle instructs, and rinse. It is easy to find at drug stores, and simpler that shaving or waxing.

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