Bantu knots also known as Zulu knots are created when the hair is sectioned off and twisted into knots. The shapes of the sections depend on how the hair is parted, and can easily be made into diamond, triangle or square shapes, but the possibilities are endless. This hairstyle can be worn on any hair

Health reports left to right constantly warn us of the need to protect our skin during the summer months. Many people don’t realize that poor skin care in the winter can be detrimental as well. With freezing temperatures, wind, and the heat blasting in your home – it is easy to catch flaky, itchy

Foot odor is embarrassing, but there are ways to treat smelly feet. Feet generally become odorous when feet sweat and bacteria builds up. Feet are usually trapped inside the shoe, which when the temperature is high in the confines of the show, it causes the foot to sweat. This causes bacteria

One of the most overlooked secrets to beautiful skin is our diet. We spend more money than we’d like to admit on skincare products and makeup, but some simple knowledge about how our bodies process proteins and carbohydrates is free and, if we act on it, can have results that put even the most

Growing up, and for most of my adult life, my father had a notorious habit for biting his nails down to the quick - it had had just always been one of his nervous habits and seeing him with his hand in his mouth just became commonplace. Today, he takes great care of his nails, has stopped nail biting

Many of us may be most familiar with Henna as it`s use for body art as most of go with the traditional chemical methods of coloring, low-lighting, or highlighting our hair. Henna, however, is a great way to achieve the same results, but with natural ingredients that aren`t as harsh or permanent

Beauty masks have taken a step forward in the cosmetic industry. As customized products specially formulated to your skin’s type and need, they are quickly becoming a must-have in our daily skin care regimes. From pampering to practical, a twice weekly mask can take you skin to the next level.

If you have read some of the articles on our site about body image or keeping our looks in perspective, you have probably read that, although we bring the latest and best information about getting and staying beautiful and healthy, it`s also important to keep our focus on our looks in perspective

I remember begging my mother on my tenth birthday to pierce my ears - a wish I wasn`t allowed to have fulfilled until I was twelve. After piercing became a little more mainstream - with people piercing even their baby`s ears - I later decided to have two more sets done. We`re always hearing about

The glamour, the excitement, the drama. What we wouldn’t give to be a part of Hollywood’s red carpet. After all, it’s a chance to shine in the spotlight, to look and feel beautiful. Whether you’re enjoying the single life, a wife or a mom, there’s no reason you can’t enjoy a little red carpet

Being in love is a wonderful thing and when you’re actually in love it’s noticeable, but what do you do when you just want to simply “look in love” without having to commit to a relationship? Why not try faking it. By simply following our guide below, you can achieve the “In Love” look day or night

You walk into a hair salon expecting to get the cut you’ve always dreamed of, but instead wind up with something you never really wanted. It’s a situation that isn’t as uncommon as you might think. Many of us have no idea how to communicate with our hairstylist, yet it’s the most important key

You’re at the cosmetic counter at the mall, looking to invest in a few new products for your skin. You choose several products and compare the ingredients, but you ask yourself, what is hyaluronic acid? Or, you’re at the drugstore and notice your cleanser has new packaging with headlines

Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching and what better way to share in the romance of this special day than with a romantic hairstyle. Whether it’s a simple yet sexy updo or masses of beautiful cascading curls, nothing is more alluring than a romantic hairstyle to show off that sexy Valentine’s

We all have our favorites - mine’s purple, by the way. That doesn’t always mean that I look best in the purple sweater versus the red sweater, or that I’d look my best in purple lipstick. There is a better way for choosing colors that you’ll look and feel good in, and just because you like the look

Tangled hair can be difficult and painful to comb and brush. Utilize these tips for easier detangling.

A cup of tea can do more than just help relax the mind and quiet the soul with its soothing warmth and variety of flavors. Many teas actually contain therapeutic effects for many common health and beauty complaints, and tea can be utilized in a variety of different ways to help relieve symptoms.

You’re excited because you have just purchased a new eye shadow palette but you’re not sure how to apply them. You’ve applied eye shadow before and have read various articles with tips on how to apply but you’re still clueless. A quick eye shadow 101 lesson on which brushes to use and how to apply

Bleaching is done for men and women as the bleach lightens the hair color. Many people bleach the hair at home but for better and safer results it is better to have it done professionally. Basic chemistry is involved when hair is bleached. Generally hydrogen peroxide is the oxidizing agent

When it comes to creating interview-perfect looks, there are three factors that determine which makeup colors you choose and how you wear them: who you are, who you want to be and who is interviewing you. First impressions count big in an interview, and chances are you’re not the only person

For the novices, “chicken skin”, also referred to as keratosis pilaris, is a harmless disorder that produces patches of acne bumps on our skin. Protein buildups penetrate the skin through its hair follicles which produce small acne bumps that gives off the appearance of chicken flesh.

The main conflict surrounding this vitamin is whether or not using sunscreen prevents our bodies from manufacturing necessary amounts of Vitamin D. In order to understand this debate, it is necessary to understand what Vitamin D is and how it is produced. Vitamin D s a fat-soluble vitamin

If you love to make your own gifts or are craft-minded, we`ve got some great ideas for putting together some luxurious and enjoyable beauty gifts for the women, and even men, in your life. Homemade gifts have a personal and thoughtful touch and wholesome and natural ingredients. Moreover

Many of the sideburn trimmers that are on the maker are more than sideburn trimmers as they also trim facial hair and neck hair on men. There are also sideburn trimmers that are extensions on clippers that are plastic and can be attached to the end of the clippers. Most of the sideburn trimmers

Perhaps it was just too many Margarita’s for girls night out? Or perhaps you were up all night with the new baby and need to look your best for the ten-o’clock all-staff meeting? We’ve all had nights that left us looking like we had been through a war zone. Whether you have the wine hangover or you

You may be among the consensus that proper skin-care is summed up by a good, solid lather. After all, who needs all other stuff? Toners, serums, masks, fresheners... the list is endless of things to choose from to help keep your face healthy. While we don`t recommend that you`ll need a separate

When it comes to our hair, everyone is unique. That`s what makes choosing a hair style, a new color, or certain treatment, such an individual undertaking. Whether you`re on the straight and narrow, a natural redhead, or have battled with a lifelong tendency to look like you`ve been jolted

Braiding has been around since the beginning of hair itself. Although it`s appearance comes and goes, you can never go wrong with a braid. Braid`s are like blue jeans, no matter what other styles come along, it will always be a great look. Braiding has existed for centuries in cultures around

You can make a fresh and invigorating cleansing tonic easily at home with nothing more than a trip to the drugstore, health food store or your refrigerator. The next time you want to make your face feel clean and refreshed, try one of these easy homemade tonics. Witch-hazel bark and leaves

To get the star-quality highlights of those in Tinseltown, you’d have to ready yourself - and your wallet - for a small fortune to gain a hair visit with Jean, Luc Pierre’s sweet, willow-built, hair assistant.  Or, you can take your time and do the same great hair reconstruction as does Luc Pierre