Beauty Q&A
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 I'm getting spots on my black skin that make my face look splotchy. How can I clear my complexion? Leslie T., Columbus, OH
The spots you're describing are called hyperpigmentation and are often the result of excessive, rough washing. To avoid this condition, wash your face with o gentle cleansing cream instead of soap, and use a moisturizer afterword. To cover spots, Byron Barnes, creative director of makeup for Naomi Sims, suggests dabbing foundation on each spot with a cotton swab and letting it dry before smoothing it on your entire face. For more lasting results, try an over-the-counter cortisone ointment.
I'm confused by SPF numbers on tanning lotions. Do I really need to use a super, over-IS sun block? Jennifer G., Provo, UT
The difference between an SPF of 2 and an SPF of 15 is enormous. But the difference between an SPF of 15 and an SPF of 30 isn't so big-unless you're spending a long time in the sun. For daily exposure to the sun, the American Academy of Dermatology recommends an SPF 15 sunscreen. However, Dr. Nicholas Lowe, professor of dermatology at UCLA School of Medicine, points out that if you plan to spend all day in the sun, you should opt for o sunscreen with an SPF of 30-plus for total protection.
My blush always overpowers my faee. How can I tone it down? Amanda J., Bangor, ME
To keep your blush looking natural, use o blush brush to mix it with loose translucent powder before applying; this will tone down the color and prevent streaking. Here, from New York makeup pro Billy B., the how-tos for three different looks you can achieve with blush.
The romantic look
Apply a pink or coral blush high on the cheekbone, brushing toward the hairline, then down the nose and on the chin.
The fresh look
Stroke o light-peach or pale-pink blush directly on the apple of the cheek.
The dramatic look
Brush a raspberry or plum blush far back on the face under the cheekbone.
Source: Seventeen Magazine
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