The Strangest Fragrances on the Market

The Strangest Fragrances on the Market

Style & Beauty / Beauty tips

Everyone has a preference for certain fragrances, like musks, florals and citrus – all common notes in the perfumes you find in department stores and drugstores. But some might want to make a more unique choice and break from all the Calvin Kleins and Estee Lauders of the fragrance world….

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Hanging Out: How to Launder Intimates

Hanging Out: How to Launder Intimates

Style & Beauty / Beauty tips

When it comes to laundry, you know which of your clothes need special treatment, such as hand washing or a gentle cycle in the machine. But it’s worth a mention to give your unmentionables some special treatment. Most panties, bras, shapewear and other undergarments say to hand wash, but many…

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Fight the Frizz: Hair-raising Tips

Fight the Frizz: Hair-raising Tips

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There’s nothing worse than looking like you stuck your finger in a socket within minutes of doing your hair. But never fear – it happens to the best of us. Fighting the frizz can be an exercise in futility. Unfortunately, frizzy hair isn’t your fault – it’s your ancestors. Many…

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Hair Extensions 101

Hair Extensions 101

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If you’ve ever noticed a short-haired star change her look to long locks relatively quickly, then you’ve seen hair extensions. A few strategically placed strands can mimic highlights, or larger chunks can make hair appear longer and fuller. In Britney Spears’ case, they can cover up a bad haircut. But…

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Buy a Bauble for Charity

Buy a Bauble for Charity

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If you love accessories– and who doesn’t?– then why not indulge your jones for shiny things while helping the planet and other people? While it’s usually once in a blue moon when we buy diamonds, if you’re in the market for a sparkler, then there is an ethical option to…

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Makeup: Many Happy Returns?

Makeup: Many Happy Returns?

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How many times have you bought a lipstick, foundation or other cosmetic that just wasn’t right? The guesswork involved in how the color will look on your skin by simply looking at the bottle is frustrating and annoying, especially when the gamble doesn’t work out. Some stores have reasonable return…

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Do You Need a Facial Moisturizer?

Do You Need a Facial Moisturizer?

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The short answer is yes. Most women need a moisturizer, whether they have oily, dry or combination skin. Facial skin has different needs than the skin on your body, so you can’t just use one all over. But with so many products on the market, making the wrong choice can…

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Wash it Out: Shampoo Alternatives

Wash it Out: Shampoo Alternatives

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If the stuff you use to clean your tresses is unavailable, inconvenient, environmentally unfriendly or just plain doesn’t work, then it may be time to switch to a shampoo alternative. There are a lot of products out there in the “no ‘poo” revolution, so here’s a look at the offerings….

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10 Must-Have Fall Accessories

10 Must-Have Fall Accessories

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Looking for a few baubles to accentuate your autumn wardrobe? If you’re sticking with some classic basics for fall or don’t have a lot of money to buy new clothes, then jazzing up your wardrobe is easy and inexpensive when you use jewelry, bags and shoes that follow the latest…

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