Tinted cosmetics are changing how many of us wear makeup. These products offer a way to accentuate bare skin while nourishing and protecting it – something we do anyway. Used alone, tinted lines are perfect for those who wear little or no makeup because they are lightweight and use your skin’s

Your ski vacation is coming up. Your wardrobe is ready. You’ve checked the snow conditions and memorized the five-day forecast, but have you thought about your makeup? Here are a few quick tips to help you prepare for your week in the snow and to help keep you looking your best on the slopes and off.

"Baby, it’s cold outside…" Never has Bing Crosby been more right on. Winter’s got you in its grip and it seems like months since you’ve even seen the sun – much less felt its warmth on your skin. Fear not young pale one, there is hope for casting that healthy summer glow – even through the doldrums

Everyone loves a redhead! Even if you have naturally red locks now, there is a great chance you go to the salon to give your tresses a boost with a toxic commercial hair dye. Consider trying a more natural solution and give your naturally red mane some help from old fashioned herbal treatments.

Whatever the reason, a late night party, exams, travel or allergies – we’ve all had to do battle against tired eyes. After the cold compress, soothing eye gel and get-the-red-out drops, it’s up to our makeup to keep our late night a secret. While certain colors work for us in the fight to hide

We have all been there, whether we admit it or not…standing in the drugstore, slavishly eyeing the newest acne fighting makeup product. Hoping somehow to find salvation in the little tube of tinted goodness that will somehow miraculously clear up our suddenly (or not so suddenly) erupted

Body image is something that many of us struggle with throughout our lives. But as we age, we all feel a little uneasy about our reflection in the mirror. We respond differently to our bodies, our bodies respond differently to us, and how we perceive them changes. Many people adjust well to

Whether it’s due to the summer heat, a workout at the gym or even running to catch a flight at the airport, from time to time we all sweat. And it’s our makeup that suffers. It sags or (heaven forbid) even runs! So a sweat-proof makeup should solve the problem, right? For the most part, the answer

Glossy magazine covers have a field day touting the latest advancements in the recovery of skin, from magical cream products to the latest makeup. In a quest to stave off the inevitable process of aging, many women are forced to scramble for the nearest beauty product. To women, the appearance

It’s a new year and time. Why not add a few beauty resolutions this year to start off your list.   Rejuvenate your skin for a healthy glow and smooth complexion. Vow to put down that cigarette and start pampering yourself. Below are 10 Beauty Resolutions from for the New Year to help get you started.  

It might not be as hard as you think to get your tough guy to drop the machismo for a few hours and accompany you to the spa. In fact, studies show that nearly a third of all spa-goers are male, so it’s not like your guy is the first one to cross that invisible line he sees between masculinity and femininity.

For many women – and a growing number of men – concealer is the most valued cosmetic in the bag. Aptly named for what it has the power to do, concealer hides the imperfections, breakouts and evidence of a sleepless night. So when we need it the most, how do we make it work its best? Concealers are

What`s your skin type? Learn how to identify your type. Knowing whether your skin is normal, dry, oily, or combination is the first step towards better skin. Each skin type requires a different kind of care and determines your daily cleansing routine. Here`s how to cleanse right for your type:

As soon as your teen starts wearing anything on her face, she needs a good cleanser (no bar soap from the shower) formulated for her skin type: dry, oily, combination. She can use Vaseline to remove eye makeup. Faces should be totally clean before bed and cleansed again in the morning.

No matter how you say you’re feeling, your eyes give you away. They are the most remarkable feature we possess. No other facial feature has the power to captivate and hold a persons attention. Dressed in these three great looks, your eyes can send a subtle (or not so subtle) message without saying

It is a complex problem that is made more complicated by the varying severity of acne from person to person. The diversification of the acne problem (whether minimal or severe) is one of the reasons why acne treatments fill up pharmacy counters today. Although some work better than others

One of the main disadvantages to wearing foundation that is whipped is the fact that when it is applied it looks as if you are wearing a lot of foundation when you are not. It does not matter how much you use whipped foundations do not rub into the skin as well as paste or liquid foundations. When  

When choosing the next instrument for a bath or shower, there are four basic categories of cleansing tools: loofah, sponge, brush, and pad. Each category has its own qualities as far as cleansing and exfoliation go. The loofah originally came from a plant called "luffa", the fruit of which

For a moment, let’s step outside the debate over whether or not indoor tanning is a good idea. It’s a topic that will not see a friendly conclusion any time soon – each side has its arguments and experts and neither is giving in. Let’s just assume that you are interested in visiting a tanning

It’s a new year and with it comes change. All around us we’ll see the latest trends whether it be in fashion or in beauty. We want to know what’s hot and the hairstyles for 2007 are certainly no exception. This year we’ll see the continuation of length in both waves and romantic curls will be favored.

Never had to worry about ear and nose hair before, and now you find it is time to trim it up? You are not alone. Ear and nose hair is controlled by male hormones, and a plentiful amount of hair points to a large amount of these hormones in the body. Aging men often find themselves dealing with excessive

Lip biting is a nasty habit that is hard to break. It leads to loss of moisture in the lip, chapping, peeling skin, pain and sometimes deep bleeding wounds from broken skin on the lip. Lip biting also leaves you more susceptible to cold sores and infections. Orthodontists claim lip biting

Removing the hard black tips of the glue clogging facial pores can be frustrating and difficult. There are many tools that can help with the process of blackhead extraction, but some of them come with a risk of damaging your sensitive facial tissues. It is best to combine blackhead removal

The use of tomato for skin care is ideal because of its cooling and astringent properties. It is rich in vitamin C making it helpful for acne and brightening dull skin and contains vitamin A needed for building healthy skin. Its naturally acidic properties help it balance the skin and get rid

The rules for etiquette are never set in stone. Just like asking your mother about which style of make-up would be best, her answer for make-up etiquette may no longer be applicable to your generation. Maybe it`s not so bad to put some lip gloss on at the train station nowadays.  The ancient Greeks

Nanotechnology has been dominating the news lately, but what exactly is it and how can it benefit us humans. Well, nanotechnology (nanotech for short) refers to the exploitation of microscopic materials for various uses such as dental bonding agents , in toothpaste and for cosmetic and

The purpose of spending an afternoon or, dare to dream, an entire day at a spa is to be pampered, relaxed, energized – or all three, and shut off from the rest of the world. With a bit of planning and a Do Not Disturb sign, you can have a spa treatment in the most used room of the house any time you choose.

There are many sweet smelling natural remedies to help relieve common foot problems leading to healthy and refreshed feet. The next time you are giving your feet some attention, try one of these foot refreshers with fragrance designed for ladies. Foot sweat and odor can be treated in a variety

Coloring of hair weather it be “washing the grey out” or just trying a new color for your hair is a very common thing these days. There are some tips you can follow that will allow you to color your hair safely. By following these simple tips, you can color your hair safely and get the color you want

Have you ever cringed when the elevator door closed, wondering if you could breathe that guy’s cologne all the way to the 35^th floor without getting a contact high? Or what about that older relation (in fact, you suspect she might not even be a relation at all) who corners you at Thanksgiving