make up

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Coleg Cambria hair and media make-up student Ruth, 16, from Ruabon, said attending the workshop was "a good experience".

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

ECB chief executive Richard Gould previously announced there would be a review into the Ashes, and that has led to some small alterations to the men's team set-up and the make-up of the board.

From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026

AI products, in his experience, have flaws in their make-up that prevent speedy incorporation into business practices.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 5, 2026

Another post shows her in a colourful traditional dress, smiling and wearing make-up.

From Barron's • Mar. 3, 2026

She comes here seldom, only to buy make-up at Bendel’s, or to see the odd movie at the Paris, and once, with Graham and his father and stepmother, to have drinks at the Plaza.

From "The Namesake" by Jhumpa Lahiri