[zshiek]

If you apply embedded styles into tables and form fields within this directory
skin1/"anyfile.tpl" you might possible change will affect the admin section.

For example if you apply a background color directly to the files in the above directory you will see the changes on the customer end but also in your admin section.

Generally a good idea is to add CSS styles to the sections you want in that directory. Since the css is different it wont affect any other part of the site.

usually all changes for customers are done in this directory
skin1/customers

be careful when working in the following directory
skin1/main or skin1/"anyfile.tpl"

good luck