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….
You want a quality manicure, and if you leave it to the professionals, you want to get your hard-earned money’s worth, right? First you have to decide what kind of manicure you want. Nails have gone beyond fake vs. real. Do you want a relaxing, spa-like experience while getting your…
If your nails are crying for some fresh color, then the latest trends are for you. This season promises some really different looks for fingers and toes. One avant-garde look is from the Katy Perry collection at OPI. The pop tart is known for her crazy colors, on her nails…
Most of the looks you see during Fashion Week, regardless of where or what season, are so avant-garde that they’re difficult to adapt to and work into your regular wardrobe or makeup regimen. Definitely not everyday looks, right? Perhaps, but with a little creativity, there are some takeaways you can…
We’ve all heard those weird DIY tips about getting your hair shiny, skin clear and other natural so-called beauty boosters. They’re passed down from friends or moms and perhaps tried on a cold winter day with a well-stocked pantry full of potentially beautifying products. But do these concoctions – beer,…
Fight breakouts from the inside out. If acne is a problem for you, then you might think those stereotypical foods – chocolate, greasy pizza, etc. – are causing it. That may be the case if all you eat for breakfast, lunch and dinner is junk, but there are foods that…
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…
There are quite a few sonic devices on the market that claim to clean your face better than just using your fingers, facial cleanser and water. The Pretika is one of them, and it skews a bit cheaper than some of the leading brands. For just $50, the Pretika includes…
Many people swear by tea tree oil for its health benefits. Tea tree oil is known for having antiseptic, antifungal and antimicrobial properties. Among the conditions it’s thought to treat are acne, eczema, yeast infections, lice, thrush, dandruff, acne and athlete’s foot to name a few. Although you’re likely to…
They may just seem like excess skin you can cut away during a manicure, but that skin at the bottom of your nail bed serves an important function. Cuticles are the gatekeepers of the fingers, protecting the body from bacteria, fungus and other germs. So it’s important to keep them…