When the weather gets cold enough that you have to really bundle up, do you find yourself reaching for moth-eaten mittens and a tattered toboggan, not to mention that silly scarf your mom gave you years ago? If so, then it’s time for a winter accessories upgrade. You don’t have…
It’s a night to remember. Whether you’re planning the perfect prom for yourself or for your daughter, a little can go a long way when you’re working on a shoestring budget. There are plenty of ways you can cut corners without minimizing the importance of one of the most important…
Who says nothing in life is free? If you’re a woman, you realize the value of samples when it comes to cosmetics, beauty products, perfume and other freebies. In addition to the fact that you’re getting goods for free, another perk is that you can also use these sample size…
While not many men may enjoy some of the grooming rituals they must undergo, sometimes it’s necessary to do a little maintenance when it comes to hygiene and grooming. Most men shower and shave, but they’re missing a few key steps that could raise their game and make a difference…
There may not be enough room in your cosmetic bag or underneath the bathroom sink for another thing, and that’s understandable. But take a look at these five beauty gadgets, and you may want to make some room. First, for effortless foundation application, try the Elizabeth Arden Makeup Blender ($15)….
Whatever you feel might be a physical flaw is probably fixable — if you’re willing to go under the knife or take other drastic measures. Botox is an injection of a foodborne toxin; microdermabrasion and chemical peels take off a layer of skin. So is there anything more gentle and…
The skin around your eyes is some of the most fragile and delicate on your entire body. It’s also an area with high visibility, so you want it to look and feel as good as possible. Not taking care of the skin around your eyes can result in crow’s feet,…
The Food and Drug Administration recently decided to enter the fray in the discussion of sunscreen. In Summer 2012, their findings and rulings will be displayed on every bottle of sunscreen that claims to block the sun. Sunscreens that boast SPF, or sun protection factor, tend to filter only UVB…
Organic cosmetics such as lotions, oils, shampoos, soaps and makeup have natural ingredients that are allegedly free of pesticides. For example, the fruit and flowers that comprise the ingredients in shampoo, such as berries, shea and other plant-based products, must be grown and harvested as organic food is. A label…
Want Angelina Jolie lips without having to hit up the plastic surgeon for painful collagen or Juvederm injections? It’s possible, and you don’t even have to shell out the $20 or more for a top-of-the-line lip gloss from the department store. Some don’t even plump very well anyway. So why…