It may sound crazy but the very things that you do during your daily beauty routine could actually backfire. Sometimes we get so used to our routine that we don’t realize when we are doing more harm than good. If you need a reality check, read on to see what bad habits you should break in order to save

Ask any spa or salon worth your time and money and they will admit that what makes them so worthy is their ability to indulge your senses in every treatment offered. You can create the same mind, soul and body experience in your own bathroom night after night. Minimal planning can afford you spa

Most of us know that it is important to toss old makeup and skincare products, because bacteria can enter these formulas and cause skin irritation or infections. But what about your hair? Shampoos, conditioners and styling products also have a shelf life, and need to be tossed once they

Pregnancy brings many changes with it, and some are enjoyable while others are not so much. It can be hard to feel and look your best during these nine months, but many women are concerned about continuing with many of the beauty treatments they enjoyed prior to pregnancy. If you are worried about

As much as we may enjoy getting pampered or the feel of getting attended to in the nail salon, sometimes the costs and time factor can work against us. When your schedule or wallet can’t accommodate a trip to the nail salon, or if you’re looking for a new way to bring the salon to your home, take note

Applying lipstick is an art for many women. It doesn’t matter whether you’re a lipstick veteran or a newbie, it never hurts to learn more tips and tricks for lipstick application. As popular as lipstick continues to be, you can be certain that the number of tips for application will only grow.

No sight is quite as breathtaking as that of a geisha. Japan has enjoyed the beauty and mystery of geishas for centuries. Unfairly labeled as prostitutes by many, geisha have remained an iconic figure in Japan’s history. Not only is being a geisha a rigorous process, the beauty and makeup involved

Now more than ever, adult women are taking hairstyles that were once reserved for younger girls and making it a style to be reckoned with. If you always thought that ponytails were boring, think again! Celebrities are taking their ponytails and giving them a new flair that works anywhere

When people begin an exercise program, the emphasis is often placed on cardiovascular and strength training workouts. However, there is another aspect to exercise that is often overlooked, but offers numerous benefits including improved physical performance and decreased risk of injury

Seeing your baby sick can be heartbreaking for any parent. No one wants to see their child uncomfortable or in any pain. With the FDA’s warning to avoid using cough and cold medication on younger children, many parents are wondering what to do the next time their baby gets sick. For parents who

Even though there are many jokes about getting mammograms, having breast cancer is nothing to laugh about. One of the easiest ways to keep your risk of developing breast cancer low involves early detection. Mammograms are a surefire way to know what is going on in your body. While mammograms

Our eyes can be one of our most dramatic features, but they can also be one of the first to belie our true age. This is why women are constantly on the hunt for creams and serums that will make the eyes appear brighter and diminish the look of fine lines that appear before menopause even dares to make

Winter brings with it biting winds, frigid temperatures and unpredictable weather. Your skin goes from freezing outside to sweltering inside. The wind dries it out and so does the heat. We`ve put together a collection of tips to keep your skin soft and supple from head to toes all winter long.

You see them in all the fashion magazines. Models with sleek, straight hair that look like a silky layer draping down from the roots to the ends. Are you coveting the look this winter? What if we told you that this style can be yours with a little bit of style savvy and the right selection of products?

Getting a loved one’s name engraved on your body in the form of a tattoo has always been the kiss of death for any relationship. New developments in tattoo ink have brought us the first permanent removable ink. Fear of commitment never looked so good. There’s no longer any need to worry for those

You don’t have to be a top model to get your makeup done professionally. When you need your makeup to be the best, you can always turn to a professional makeup artist to get you the flawless finish that most of us just don’t have the skills to recreate at home. Of course it helps to know what to expect

Going to the dentist’s office isn’t fun for many. One of the best ways to avoid sitting in that dreaded dental chair is to do right by your teeth on a daily basis. When your teeth are properly taken care of, you can limit your trips to the dentist’s office to simple checkups. Find out what you can do

Whether you want to admit it or not, you may not have been the same, strapping and fit young lad you once were all those years ago. As the years pass, it becomes more important for men to maintain good physical fitness, not just for the outer appearance, but for the health of your body and mind as well

Many of us probably started the New Year vowing to drop a few pounds and save a few bucks. It`s the `bucks` part that we would like to address here. If you walk into a department store cosmetics area, you will undoubtedly hear some cosmetic technician in a white coat inform you that to look better

Caring for dry skin the desert is a battle that never ends no matter what season you’re in. While the summer heat is like a hair dryer blowing on you 24/7, winter brings colder temperatures that make the dry air even drier. To fight the battle and win, try these tips to moisturize and renew your skin.

As the popularity of energy drinks continues to grow, so does the number of different types of energy drinks. One or two in particular is now claiming to be fortified with ingredients suited for the female body. Find out just how such beverages work to benefit female health and if it should

Motherhood is a joyful time but it is also a hectic, exhausting and frazzling time. And while most moms are nodding their heads vigorously in agreement, few will actually take the necessary time away from their families to recharge and rejuvenate. However, rejuvenate you must, if you are going

We`ve all had the experience of walking into a salon with a vivid image of what we would like our hair to look like in our minds, and walking out with a much different result. Sometimes the problem is with the stylist, but more often than not, the problem lies in the communication between the two of you

Keeping yourself physically fit is a big do but if you’re dealing with a certain skin condition, your fitness routine could be a big don’t in your skincare. However, it is possible for the two to be in harmony so you can experience healthy and happy skin as well as a fit and energized body. Learn how

Charlize Theron has the drop-dead gorgeous looks that many of us wish we could covet. While we can’t physically make ourselves look like Charlize, we can steal a couple of her fabulous makeup looks! When it comes to soft and sexy, Charlize is the master. Find out how to get this hot look that works

A teacher once gave me a very strange assignment. It changed my life. My parents had just announced their divorce to be final and I had made some very wrong friendships – I was a typical teenage story. This teacher really cared about us as people, and she invited me to eat lunch with her one day.

Two years ago, Gwyneth Paltrow told Harper`s Bazaar that the secret to keeping her hair looking its best was prenatal vitamins. This statement set off a fury of responses that ran the gamut of declaring the dangers of prenatal vitamins for women who were not pregnant to musings of, "Can it work

When my oldest child was born, I received a basket of designer baby bath products that smelled perfectly yummy. I admit that I tried them out for myself with fabulous results – softer skin and that yummy smell that lingered all day long. That was when I discovered that moms can enjoy the benefits

Stem cells, the controversial healthcare topic for the past several years, are now causing a buzz in the skincare world. However, cosmetic labs and skincare specialists are not using embryonic stem cells, the ones that have caused much discussion and debate, but are creating products

Jewel tones became the hot look for the eyes last fall, and they continue to be the rage throughout the winter months. One of the big attractions of these deep amethyst, sapphire and emerald hues is the fact that they make a beautifully dramatic smoky eye effect. And while many of the jewel tones