Being pregnant is a wonderful time in any woman’s life but this fragile stage of bringing a tiny life into the world also comes with many cautions and risks. Expectant mothers have to be wary of what they eat, their lifestyle, and getting enough exercise. Furthermore, outside factors can also

Emo is short for emotional. If you want to understand the look or even be able to recognize it, Google recording artist Avril Lavigne. She emulates the teen angst that is emo fashion. But emo is much more than just a look. It’s a state of mind and an attitude. It started as an expression for the

No one likes to feel tense, stressed or rigid. Learning how to relax is the key to providing your body and mind with the peace it needs to stay sane. However, it isn’t just about relaxing your mind from what ails you, practicing muscle relaxation is a great way for any man to get his body under control

When it comes to manicures, some women love them while others don’t think twice. However, if you want your fingernails to look amazing, you don’t actually need the bells and whistles that professional manicures offer. Sometimes it’s as simple as keeping them natural with a good buffing.

How many times have you heard or read the words “signature style?” Now be honest, how many times have you tried to emulate some else’s signature style? We all have. But then what makes it signature is chipped away. So why not just create your own style and discover a look that compliments who you are

As a guy, curly hair can be a challenge. It can frizz and fro and take on a mind of it’s own if you’re not careful – and even if you are. There are three aspects to managing your hair: the cut, the products you use and how and when you use them. We will get to the cuts and how to style them in a moment, but first

In the past sweaters all looked the same: bulky, oversized and snuggly warm. Of course they didn’t do much fashion-wise but that has changed in recent years. Now wearing a sweater during the fall can be seen as fashionable - if you choose the right kind, that is. If you want to find out what sweaters

Over the years there have been many rumors and myths about certain foods and drinks that could cause male infertility. Soy products are the latest to cause concern for men. Soy has long been associated with female sex hormones, which puts many men on the fence about whether it really is okay

It’s hard to ignore what appears to be a “quick fix,” especially when it comes to anti-aging products. The biggest and the best in the anti-aging industry have been packaging and selling items that promise youth in a bottle for decades. While many flock to these items, it may be smart to take

African American hair is unlike any other hair type and comes with its own set of challenges when it comes to hair care. Additionally if you happen to be a swimmer, adding chlorine and other chemicals into the mix can make for a hair care disaster. But with the right know-how and products, you’ll

Just about every child waits all year for Halloween to come around. The fun of dressing up can include everything from costumes to creative makeup but when it comes to your child’s sensitive skin, you may want to think twice about what you put on it to make them look ghoulish this Halloween.

Halloween is one holiday where having a lot of creativity comes in handy. While most costumes and makeup can be purchased at any store, you can break out of the mold by creating your own Halloween makeup. Whether it’s for yourself or your children, you’ll have a fun time putting together some

Halloween is upon us again and in recent years more adults than ever are now partaking in the ghoulish holiday in addition to children. If you’re in the stages of prepping your costume and overall look, you may want to take some time to evaluate your options when it comes to costume makeup

If you thought there wasn’t a civilization that was more obsessed with beauty and appearance than today, you haven’t met the Egyptians. Were it not for the efforts and inventions of Ancient Egypt, we wouldn’t have makeup, hair care products, or even fashion…at least not in the way we know it today

Ryan Phillippe is the type of guy you can feel totally comfortable with bringing home to meet your parents. Even men can relate to Ryan Phillippe as an all-around “good guy.” For fellas with similar golden locks, Ryan Phillippe’s hair history can be an inspiration for times when you feel the need

It’s not surprising to learn that something found naturally in the earth is really good for us! And not only good for our bodies, but also good for our hair. We’re talking about copper. This mineral is showing itself to be a hair care wonder in maintaining healthy, thick hair and in preventing

Take a look back at the movies of the early ‘50’s and you’ll see the inspirational pattern for this season’s floral designs. It seems that designers like Giambattista Valli and Michael Kors are not yet ready to hang up the fabric and patterns of summer, so they are making floral history with fall

Every girl knows that being undressed can be like a nightmare come true, but how do guys feel about it? Do they stand in front of the mirror and whine about a few extra pounds or just flex and admire what they’ve got? We wanted to know, so we asked our favorite guys and a few strangers how they see

Everyone searches for their own identity and an individual sense of style, but we don’t get there alone. We’re inspired – both positively and negatively by everything around us. We take pieces of what we like and what we admire, and we try not to emulate what we dislike. So when it comes to your

When you see the colors cobalt blue, lime green and vintage gold together you might think of the crazy patterns on beach house furnishing or an 80’s scrunchie, but eye makeup? Absolutely! The bright colors of summer are now the hottest trend in eye makeup. Just think back to the bikinis you used

You can’t pick up a magazine in the checkout line without seeing an article on weight loss – probably more than one. It has become a global obsession with no shortage of gurus, self-help books and celebrity endorsements. But what about the other end of the equation? What if you want to gain weight?

Have you ever wished you could look into the future and see exactly how you will age physically years from now? Well, with the advancements in technology and science - with a little beauty and anti-aging in the mix - this is actually a possibility! Complexion analysis is the latest method of dealing

Who says you have to be a young, blushing bride? Older women are taking their turn down the aisle but while the dress and ceremony itself is pretty much the same regardless of age, the required makeup for a mature bride will differ drastically from a bride in her 20s or 30s. If you’re a mature bride

Rock and Roll icons have always made waves and a ruckus and fashion history with their hairstyles. Men and women alike cut their path through the annals of rock as much with their music and lyric as with their style. They seem to have an all access pass to strange and sometimes obscene hairdos

It’s back to school and back to a budget that, for some of us, doesn’t add up to much after you pay for books and gas and munchies at the student union, so how’s a girl supposed to look like a million on a pennies a day cash flow? Never fear. We’ve searched high and low and compared tons of expensive

There’s no denying that artificial nails look pretty cool. Busy moms and working women wear them and they often come with a nifty design and fabulous colors. If you’ve never had fake nails before, the end result can be tempting enough to encourage you to make an appointment at your local nail salon

In the effort to be health conscious, many consumers are thinking about their sugar intake. The majority turn to artificial sweeteners to replace sugar in their favorite beverages, such as coffee and iced-tea. However, many studies have been conducted on the safety of various sweeteners

Making a statement is something we all enjoy – go on, admit it’s true! No matter your size, shape, or budget you can use your fashion sense to make whatever statement you choose. You may even be surprised to find that even the most mundane wardrobe has the makings of an eccentric fashionista;

I recently overheard a heated conversation in an elevator that was so interesting I stayed on even after the doors opened at my floor. Yes, I was shamelessly eavesdropping, but I didn’t care. Two well-dressed executive types were about to throw down on their way to the twenty-fourth floor.

VelaShape is a non-surgical, non-invasive treatment for cellulite that uses a technology called elos, a no-risk, light energy treatment that treats skin at a safe level and is suitable for all skin types. Elos is a combination of Bi-polar radiofrequency (RF), Infrared Light Energy