New Uses for Old Accessories

New Uses for Old Accessories

Style & Beauty / Beauty tips

It feels great to organize a jewelry box, sock drawer or shoe rack. But before you toss, donate or otherwise discard your accessory flotsam, consider reusing it. Many women have encountered a tangled ball of necklaces at the bottom of their jewelry box. Before you start tugging and making knots…

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Take on the Menswear Trend

Take on the Menswear Trend

Style & Beauty / Beauty tips

This season, one trend is a take on the Aerosmith song “Dude Looks Like a Lady” – only in reverse. It’s haute these days to look like a guy when it comes to fashion. But we’re not talking about wearing clothes expressly made for men. A sleek, tailored look is…

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Zit Zappers: Worthy or Worthless?

Zit Zappers: Worthy or Worthless?

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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…

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Which Sunscreen is for You?

Which Sunscreen is for You?

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Not sure how much or how little sun might damage your skin? We’re here to give you tips on the best formula and SPF for your unique needs. Most people need sunscreen on at least their faces each and every day of the year, and for this purpose, a light,…

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Your Guide to Proper Pants Lengths

Your Guide to Proper Pants Lengths

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Pant legs can be a real drag, especially when you’re trying to perfect the proper length. Go too long and you look like you’re drowning in cloth. On the flip side, there’s no bigger fashion faux paus than donning those highwaters so short you look as if you’re preparing for…

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Are Your Eyebrows Hanging by a Thread?

Are Your Eyebrows Hanging by a Thread?

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For many people, waxing and plucking are the first things that come to mind when it comes to eyebrow care. But those aren’t the only options. One approach that’s gaining popularity in the United States is threading, an ancient depilation practice that originated in the Middle East. Threading is a…

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The Metallic Trend Shines On

The Metallic Trend Shines On

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All that glitters is gold this fall when it comes to being on trend. Shiny metallics – gold, silver, pewter and everything in between – are the look to snap up, whether it’s shoes, handbags, separates, dresses, or even makeup and nails. Metallic accents are the perfect touch when it…

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Freshen Up Your Eye Look

Freshen Up Your Eye Look

Style & Beauty / Beauty tips

Most eyes look great when adorned with a little makeup. But for those of us who either apply eye makeup with a heavy hand or aren’t sure how to apply eye makeup at all, it can be a challenge to get a pretty look. Whether it’s for everyday or a…

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