Most of us find that we are always on the go and there’s never any time just for ourselves. Taking time out is necessary even if we do have a busy schedule that doesn’t allow much time for ourselves. Giving our bodies time to relax helps us to be less stressful in our hectic lives and we feel rejuvenated

You know your hair well - but some days it’s got a mind and will of its own. Hair-drying saves time, dries effectively and new product lines are being introduced all the time to allow hair-drying to have the maximum effects possible for great looking hair. Now let’s explore the downside to the blow

Does the thought of crawling under the heated sheets of a massage table while listening to the soothing strains of stringed instruments make you long for your next hour at the spa or does it make you want to put on your oversized sweats and pull a blanket up to your chin? If you’re one of the latter

In a culture where youthful looks are prized much more than any other great quality we may have picked up along the way to 40, more men and women are feeling the pressure to stay youthful. This growth in society`s pressure to defy your age has also spurred growth of cosmetic surgery - or perhaps

So we hear it all the time, “Blondes have more fun. Red-heads are sexy. Brunettes are intellectual. Black hair is brooding.” Just about anyone can complete the phrases about hair color and their “affect” on the human race. But is it true? We’re a subjective culture. Clichés, advertising

Some of us may not have the luxury of not having to worry about how beauty and skin-care shopping affects our wallets. Still, some of us may have plenty to devote to our beauty needs,  but still don`t want to pay for something just because it`s the latest trend. We often wonder if those department

The pheromone phenomenon came bursting onto the scene in the early nineties and has been hovering just below the pop culture radar ever since. But what are they anyway? Pheromones are invisible odorless sex attractant chemicals that both male and female mammals produce naturally. They can

True beauty is not only in the eyes of the beholder; beauty resides in the eyes of the person who feels beautiful and healthy. The eyes reflect so much about a person, and the energy in the eyes is often connected with emotional health, physical and emotional growth and vitality. The key to eyes

So you walk into the salon intending to treat yourself to just a simple and relaxing manicure, or perhaps you’re considering a nice set of acrylics for a change? Well while you’re waiting for the next available manicurist, you may happen to glance at the large “menu”, so to speak, that most

You probably wouldn’t run out to the auto parts store to pick up a bottle of engine degreaser to clean your hair, but some of the chemicals we use in our everyday beauty regimen have some industrial uses that can easily explain why they can irritate sensitive skin. For instance, propylene glycol

Shaving has always carried with it some interesting misconceptions. And for years, people have believed that shaving against the grain would cause the hair to grow back thicker and denser. Well, your hair follicles are preprogrammed before birth to do what they’re going to do for your lifetime

You loved her as the ever so famous Joey Potter in the hit television drama, Dawson’s Creek and secretly envied her when Mission Impossible hottie Tom Cruise fell madly head over heels in love with her. So just what is it that makes actress Katie Holmes so downright irresistible? Well, aside from

Although a day at the beach means building your tan and being out in the fresh air and salt water, it’s still necessary to protect your delicate skin. As long as you’re putting something on your face , you might as well add some color and look fantastic as you jump waves and catch rays. Here are three

You see them on the red carpet and in every entertainment magazine there is – women like Gwyneth Paltrow, Salma Hayek, Courteney Cox – and their hair seems so naturally smooth and straight. No frizz anywhere! OK, so they each have legions of stylists, magazines all have photo editors and airbrushes

Do kids make us older, faster? Ask that question to a mother of five and a mom with her first little one still in the “perfect” stage and you’ll get two different answers – if the mother of five bothers to answer at all. The reality, however, is that while there are certain factors to pregnancy

Celebrities stay great looking by having makeup experts at their beck-and-call to keep them up-to-date with the latest beauty trends and applying the best cosmetic tips and tricks . All beauty experts have the inside information with simple and sometimes quirky methods that can keep you

If you suffer from varicose veins you probably know that they are often inherited and can appear any time in a woman’s life. Varicose veins occur when a high volume of blood is stressing the veins. This can be caused by poor circulation, or times when the body is stressed. If a woman in your family

We all know at least one person who’s constantly searching for bargains. After all, bargain hunting, can become a lifestyle and hobby in itself. However, some of us may equate the dollar amount on that bottle of night cream with its effectiveness ; the more we spend the more results we see

Usually somewhere around junior high school most of us remember hearing how which ear you had pierced could identify your sexual preference as well as a host of other things. Has that perception survived? In part, yes, because all those guys from your junior high gym class are still alive

Historically, head lice is one the ailments of childhood that has had almost as many methods of treatments. We`ll share with you how to prevent head lice in the first place and just scratch the surface of the myriad of treatments available for getting rid of those stubborn and annoying creatures

Unless you’re a movie star or runway model, the headline reads just right. When was the last time you even gave a thought to your bathroom lighting? Most of us think of lighting as an afterthought. That’s the last thing you choose when you redo a room. And for those of us who are not renovating

Getting a massage can be a wonderful experience, but a romantic massage shared with your significant other is a whole new experience that can bring something new into your love life. Giving a sensual, romantic massage is not as difficult as some may think and with the help of our guide, we

We all know that sex makes us feel good, but can it also make us look good? Several recent studies seem to lead to that conclusion. For instance, those steamy nights can double as gym time. At the very core of it, sex is a very pleasurable form of aerobic exercise. Now it won’t replace regular trips

The obsession with eyebrows has begun. We`ve all done it. We stand in front of that mirror attempting to get rid of every extra stray hair and before we know it, we plucked ourselves to death. Well, there is a new solution for this dilemma. Cosmetic surgeons all over are giving eyebrow transplants

Knowing how to apply blush the correct way can make all the difference when you are trying to achieve a natural look. Too much blush can make you look harsh while too little blush can make you look tired and dull. The first step in applying your blush is to find your cheekbones. To do this, smile

One of the most acclaimed and documented treatments for aging, healing wounds, improving skin diseases such as eczema and treating brain tumors and compromised skin cells (such as in the mouths of cancer patients,) LED light therapy is fast becoming a revolution in health care. LED light

You’ve finally got the girl of your dreams to say yes to a date with you, but now what? You know where you’re taking her and maybe you know what you’re going to wear, but what about the rest of you? Grooming is an important part of your style and knowing the right grooming essentials for that special

Eye makeup makes life so much easier and prettier. But if not used and removed properly, it can also be your eyes` worst enemy. Although eye makeup is bacteria-free when you buy it , it is very prone to infection by bacteria from the moment you open the package and expose it to air and germs. Because

If you or someone you care about suffers from Multiple Chemical Sensitivity, an acquired illness characterized by severe reactions to scents (and other irritants) easily tolerated by most individuals, you may find yourself repeatedly asking the question “How do I discretely get him/ her