Regardless of your age, you may have heard the buzz about facial peels and microdermabrasion. It sounds painful, but what’s the real story behind these spa mainstays? And is it safe? There are two ways to undergo the processes: at home or administered by a certified esthetician in a spa,…
You never get a second chance to make a first impression, as the saying goes, and it looks like there’s some truth to the claim, particularly for women who wear makeup. Procter & Gamble Beauty and Grooming recently sponsored a Harvard study in which women were rated barefaced and then…
Does it really matter in what sequence you put on your makeup? Most of us just think if we cover up those imperfections, throw on a bit of color and jazz up our skin, we’re done. But taking the right steps and putting on makeup in a certain order can…
No time to make an appointment at the salon? No funds with which to pay a stylist? No problem. Many women, and especially men, can trim their own hair with a little practice. If you want to try to cut your own hair, then it might be a good idea…
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…
There may not be enough room in your cosmetic bag or underneath the bathroom sink for another thing, and that’s understandable. But take a look at these five beauty gadgets, and you may want to make some room. First, for effortless foundation application, try the Elizabeth Arden Makeup Blender ($15)….
When you’re on your feet all day, you haven’t got time for the pain. That’s why it’s important to take care of your dogs before they start dogging you. Dry, cracked feet aren’t just an aesthetic issue – they can be downright painful. The good news is that there are…
If your bathroom counters and drawers are a jumble of brushes, jars, pots, powders and bottles, then it may be time to find a way to rein in the mess. Even when you have a large makeup bag, you can find yourself rummaging through to find that little lip gloss…
We all pay attention when it seems like a new wrinkle or age spot crops up on our faces, slathering on expensive creams and serums to prevent aging. We use sunscreen prodigiously to make up for all those years when we worshipped the sun, but are we protecting the skin…
Hair today, gone tomorrow. It’s every woman’s worst nightmare. We’re talking about hair loss or thinning of the hair. For most women, it’s natural to lose an average of up to 100 hairs every day. It seems like a lot until you consider there are about 100,000 hairs on your…