That forgotten box of baking soda in the back of your refrigerator or pantry is more useful than you think, especially when it comes to your beauty regimen. Baking soda, or sodium bicarbonate, does double duty for a lot of more expensive beauty products, so why not start storing that…
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…
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…
A sonic cleaner – for the teeth, face or other body part – sounds like something out of the future that a superhero might use. These gadgets are pretty super for getting a dirty job done, and they’re accessible to everyone. However, don’t fall for tempting false claims. Here’s the…
Whew, that was close! If you’re not saying that about your last shave, then it’s time to take a look at your shaving habits to get your skin smooth and touchable. Before you even allow a razor to touch you, give your skin the right care to get the closest…
It’s difficult enough to get an appointment with your skincare doctor, the dermatologist. It’s one of those underserved specialties that make it tough to get scheduled. So why not make your yearly appointment while you’re there, if they schedule that far in advance? That way, you know you’ll get to…
Is it time to say sorry, Charlie? Not loving Love’s Baby Soft? Does your old standby perfume smell not-so-Beautiful anymore? Well, if your favorite Poison isn’t your Obsession anymore, then it may be time to update your scent. Before you hit the department store counters, it’s smart to get an…
We’re here to offer you a parting gift when it comes to your hair this spring. The hottest looks among stars and on the runway predict that center parts are going to be a big hair trend. But before you panic and worry about looking like a zipperhead or a…
If you’ve been slathering on the self tanner all summer – or getting plenty of the real thing, which we don’t advise – don’t rush to the tanning bed when it’s time to fall back. Having a super dark tan in the winter when there’s not a lot of sun…
Whether it’s the offer of a “free makeover” or “gift with purchase,” those department store cosmetics counters look, smell and seem to want to make you feel good. But should you rely on those pricey products to improve your looks? Or rely on the salespeople to give you reliable information…