Most men’s skincare routine consists of cleansing with soap and water followed by a quick shave with foaming shaving cream. Most also think that using a moisturizer is too high maintenance or will make them break out. And even using an SPF takes a backseat since the texture is seen as too thick

You`ve made the decision to go blonde, and you look just great. You`ve discovered that blondes really do have more fun. Yet as summer approaches, you are wondering how you are going to stay blonde in between hair coloring treatments. Fortunately, there is good news. Nowadays, there are

One beauty secret that is starting to make waves is the idea of applying Vaseline to eyelashes to make them grow longer. Some live by this method while others are skeptical. A few who have tried it saw no difference. So what’s the deal? Vaseline can do a lot of things but can it really give you

The concept of fasting used to be associated with religious and cultural traditions in an attempt to seek God. Now fasting is steadily becoming the method of choice for those who seek to lose weight. From fitness fanatics to teens, the idea of fasting is easily becoming more attractive

While there are plenty of options in facial cleansers lining the shelves of your local beauty supply store, instead of hitting the mall for your next cleansing product, why not head into your kitchen? With a few key ingredients that you might already have lurking in the far corners of your

The concept of eating breakfast, lunch, and dinner has been deeply ingrained into our minds for years. But new studies show that eating five meals a day is a healthier and more effective way to lose or maintain a steady weight. How is it possible to lose weight when you’re constantly eating?

Whether you crave platinum blonde locks or fiery red tresses, it’s always best to make sure the shade you choose will not only look good on you, but that it looks natural. Celebrities are the most popular source for the latest hair colors but unless you’ve got the money to hire the best hair

Let’s face it – we’re lazy. We’d rather spend our time getting a pedicure than running on a treadmill. But even the best-looking toes in the world won’t make up for a body that we’ve let slide. So we decide to hit the gym. That was the easy decision. Now it gets harder – which gym? Where do we start?

Counting calories has become an obsession for many people concerned with health and fitness. In order to lose weight safely, it’s very important to know how many calories should be consumed without putting your health at risk. Once you know that, it will be super easy to put together a diet

One of the first signs of womanhood is applying makeup, namely lipstick. Millions of little girls spend hours practicing lipstick application in the mirror in the hopes of appearing older. Dating back to the ancient Egyptians and their use of henna dye to paint their lips, lipstick has come

Since biblical times, the Dead Sea has been famous for its miraculous healing qualities. As science is finding out, the theory that this specific body of water is special is much more than just folklore or hype. It appears that the unique qualities of the Dead Sea do translate into ingredients

The eyes have it – when it comes to the focal point of our faces, that is! If you want a look that will get you plenty of positive attention, the place to start is with your eye makeup. Beautiful eyes, whether they are smoky, sparkly or full of glam will always be the centerpiece of your face.

Are you ready for summer? Going to wear sandals or go barefoot? If so, don’t forget about your feet. Your feet work hard all day long and deserve some pampering. It`s time to store those thick sox, buy a fabulous pair of sandals and follow our 10-step guide to get your feet pretty for summer.

If you’ve heard of the hit television show, Desperate Housewives, then you know being over 40 as one of tv`s hottest stars has it’s advantages! We’ve known all along that women over 40 are gorgeous and the leading ladies of Desperate Housewives are proof! Whether you’re a fan or just want

It is highly possible that you have a piece or two of tourmaline jewelry sitting in your jewelry box. Tourmaline is a relatively inexpensive stone that comes in a rainbow of colors, making it a popular choice for a variety of jewelry pieces. Tourmaline also has some interesting properties 

Sure, it’s advisable to go to a salon and have your bangs trimmed, but let’s face it; our lives are busy and it’s just not possible to get to a salon to have them trimmed all of the time. Here’s how to do it yourself. The first thing you will want to invest in is a good pair of scissors. Don’t just run

Mineral makeup is one of the biggest current beauty trends. Mineral makeup is nothing new since it has been around for over 30 years. However, the present trend towards being green and using only natural and organic ingredients has given new life to mineral cosmetics. Mineral cosmetics

Happy Mother’s Day, Mom! You’ve logged countless hours as homework helper, wound bandager, diaper changer and guiding angel of little lives. You deserve to give yourself a pat on the back and treat yourself for a job well done. But whatever should you do? Let us help. When you have a moment

Every year, when that thermometer starts to turn red, I start to get the itch for all things spring. Whether it is the latest clothing styles, a new do for the tresses, or a freshly stocked makeup bag, spring is the time to clean out and refresh in more ways than one. But before you pack up the deep 

What is it that inspires us to describe a particular woman as "beautiful?" It might be her hair, her skin or her figure. Yet sometimes, a woman with less than perfect features might also be described as beautiful, while another woman who has everything going for her will go unnoticed.

Let`s face it! From time to time, we all love to reinvent ourselves. In the past, the beauty world provided us with ways to change our hair, skin tone color and body. Now, with the advent of color contact lenses, we can even change our eye color. There are two types of color contact lenses.

If you have ever searched the drugstore shelves for a skin care product that will diminish wrinkles while effectively battling potential acne breakouts, you know that these products are few and far between. The truth is that anti-aging products for oily skin are not exactly a big market. 

If you have a cruise vacation coming up in your not so distant future, you will want to be ready to set sail looking your absolute best. However, simply packing the same beauty supplies and equipment that you use at home for your hair and skin care may not cut it when you are out on the open sea.

There are many benefits in using natural skin care products on your skin. Some women will even go as far as to create their own skin care recipes by combining natural ingredients that can be found at the neighborhood grocery store. But what if you could bring your skin care even closer to home? 

If you wear glasses daily, that is no reason to neglect those beautiful eyes underneath the lenses. In fact, with the right makeup techniques safely tucked under your belt, your frames can show off the most alluring eyes on the block. There are some modifications that you can apply to your

Thick, naturally curly or wavy long hair can be difficult to style, but with the right instruction and a little trial and error you can have runway perfect hair. Putting long thick hair into an updo is elegant and simple to create. Begin by gathering all of your hair into a ponytail at the middle

How many times have you and your friends swapped stories of diets gone wrong and skinny jeans that just won’t fit? It’s second nature – we talk about our fat and our constant fight against it. It’s part of our make-up. But its’ not just you and your friends – it’s all of us. In fact, according

Being “Miss Busybody” is one thing, but that doesn’t mean you should neglect your skin care. Whether you’re the stay-at-home mom who has to be everywhere at once, the top executive with endless meetings or the multitasking college student burning the midnight oil, there are helpful tips 

We’ve all been there. You see a lipstick shade on a model in a beauty magazine or on the lips of your best pal, and you think, “I’ve GOT to have that shade!” You buy it, bring it home, put it on, and – yikes! Not at all what you were expecting. The problem with lipstick is that shades will not look

In light of the popularity of high-protein, low-carb diets, there are many misconceptions about these two nutritional building blocks. For many, protein has become synonymous with “good” and carbs have become synonymous with “bad.” If you exercise regularly, you may be wondering