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…
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…
There are so many reasons to avoid the salon. It’s expensive, time-consuming and can be boring, especially when you feel like you need to go every six weeks or so. But there are ways to delay the inevitable. First, start in the shower. A good-quality shampoo formula that’s tailored to…
It’s great when your beauty products are not only economical, but also can serve other purposes than the one it’s meant for. Invest in some inexpensive products that will go the distance this winter. First, lip balm is a must in winter when chapped lips are common. Most everyone has…
If the first thing you grab when you notice unkempt tresses is your old brush from who-knows-when, then it might be time to invest in a new hairbrush. But with myriad shapes, sizes, materials and price points, who knows what kind is best? The answer lies in the texture of…
Underarm wetness is the pits. There’s nothing worse than being all dressed up, only to have your look sabotaged by those pathetic armpit stains. We’re talking about the big wet spots that mar any outfit. While black and brown garments often disguise the unfashionable flaws, you can’t spend the rest…
We see them everywhere, regardless of the temperature outside. They’re scarves, and they seem to be around everyone’s necks, even in the summer. With so many styles, textures and materials, scarves are proving to be a versatile accessory that adds a punch of color all year round. They dress up…
Think global when it comes to beauty. Looking outside your own culture and country may help you learn a few tips and tricks that will help speed up your regimen and make you more beautiful, inside and out. First, start from the inside. You may have heard about the diet…
For awhile now, runways have reflected the “me” decade. That’s right – it’s time to embrace some of those ’80s trends most of us have avoided since, well, the 1980s. But trends from the decade are making inroads with a decidedly modern twist. Take ankle booties, that fall staple, for…
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…