The heat is on… and so is the sunscreen. By now we all have a checklist for sun safety. Apply sunscreen before leaving the house. Sport a hat or visor when in the sun. Wear cover-ups on a regular basis. Avoid being outside during peak hours. Stay out of tanning…
It seems like lint makes its mark at the most inopportune times. It goes without saying that having a lint remover or lint brush on hand is probably the most effective way for removing unwanted hair, dirt or fuzz from clothes. Some people even invest in an electric lint remover,…
Good old Mom — always telling us to eat our veggies, that our faces would freeze like that if we kept scowling…and heaping on the beauty advice. But there are quite a few things Mom shared about our appearance that just aren’t true. Here are a few of the rules…
Face it — we’re not all blessed with high cheekbones like Kate Moss, Gisele Bundchen and other glam gals. The good news is that you can model yourself after those famous cover girl faces with the right makeup techniques. While some women are willing to go to great (and often…
Unsightly lumps and bumps can turn you off from wearing skirts, bathing suits, shorts and other leg-baring styles. If you think you’ve tried everything to rid yourself of cellulite, you might wonder if it’s possible to lose those lumps for good. The answer is yes…and no. Before we launch into…
Who doesn’t remember the tingly, tart smell of Noxema or the iconic green-and-pink Great Lash tube? They were beauty staples for our moms and even grandmothers, and surprisingly enough, they’re still pretty great. Here are a few to try if you’re new to these classics. First, dry faces will thank…
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…
Lines, lines, everywhere lines. Does your face look and feel like a roadmap these days? Nothing ages a fresh face faster than facial lines. We’re talking about the wrinkles that accompany too much of something – whether it’s sun, smoke or simply age. Believe it or not, there are ways…
If it seems like you’re shelling out more and more lately for anti-aging products, acne remedies or dermatological procedures, then take a look around you. We’re talking about the city in which you live. All geographical areas aren’t created equal when it comes to the quality of your skin. If…
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…