Warmer weather, oily skin – or a combination of both! – can wreak havoc on your makeup application. Here are a few tips to keep things in place. Be sure your face is clean and oil-free before you start, and apply a primer to help makeup adhere. Start by swapping…
You don’t have to be a beauty expert to realize the benefits of exfoliating. Sloughing away dead skin is a necessity. What most people fail to realize is that you don’t have to spend an arm and a leg on costly beauty products, especially when you can make your very…
Nothing lasts forever, not even your color treatments. While we’d all like to be naturals, the truth is there are a lot of women who deviate from their god-given color in favor of something more eye-catching. But with change comes maintenance, especially if you’re striving not to look like a…
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…
Shapewear is a lifesaver for women who need a smooth silhouette under form-fitting garments. Skinny jeans and jeggings are still in style, and they offer the slimming illusion, too. But when you wear tight pants and shapewear, you might be getting more than you bargained for. It turns out you…
Acne treatments have gone high tech. It wasn’t that long ago that a major breakthrough in breakout treatments hit the shelves. We’re talking about the handy devices affectionately known as zit zappers. These high-tech acne treatment devices gained popularity as the end all, be all for people who needed fast…
It’s a miracle salon treatment for some women, who swear by the glossy, smooth tresses they leave with after getting a Brazilian blow-dry. But the fabulous, star-endorsed procedure has some detractors, too, mainly due to the chemicals that go into the process. Since the revolutionary treatment was exported from Brazil,…
Most women rely on makeup to improve their looks, not detract from them, and that includes creating a youthful appearance. But did you know that your makeup can also age you prematurely? Using the wrong colors and techniques can add years, so listen up to shave some time off your…
Wrinkles, bags, puffiness, crow’s feet – they’re all common complaints that women have about their eyes, and rightfully so. These unsightly imperfections can give away your age – and even add years to your face. So avoid them or learn the best ways to treat and conceal them if you…
Flip-flops, shorts, tank tops – shedding those winter layers are what summer’s all about. But if you work in an office setting, it can be difficult if not impossible to adapt summery clothes into a professional look. So how does a working girl stay cool outside and look the part…