It seems like once the days start getting shorter and the temperatures drop, your skin starts losing its healthy summer glow and getting sapped of its moisture. When things move indoors for the winter, dry heat can exacerbate the problem, making skin dry, flaky and rough. But there are a…
It’s difficult enough to get an appointment with your skincare doctor, the dermatologist. It’s one of those underserved specialties that make it tough to get scheduled. So why not make your yearly appointment while you’re there, if they schedule that far in advance? That way, you know you’ll get to…
No time to slather on pricey anti-wrinkle concoctions? No problem. You can curb many of the signs of aging – inside and outside your body – by just getting the vitamin balance right in your daily diet. Several key nutrients protect and treat skin when you eat them in the…
When it comes to primping, do you go au naturel? We’re not talking about leaving the house with a naked face – we’re talking about what’s in your makeup and toiletries. Take a look at the ingredient list on your favorite cosmetics to see if any of these nasty chemicals…
There’s nothing quite as uncomfortable as a case of chapped lips. For most of us, the issue of chapped lips arrives along with the cold weather. It isn’t uncommon to see people relying on Carmex and ChapStick to give chapped lips the kiss off. It’s hard to ignore those telltale…
In tough economic times, many Americans try to keep the few dollars they spend in the country to benefit Americans. Why not extend that largesse to your beauty products by buying from some great American cosmetic companies? Many American beauty companies use all-natural ingredients grown in the USA to manufacture…
Whatever you feel might be a physical flaw is probably fixable — if you’re willing to go under the knife or take other drastic measures. Botox is an injection of a foodborne toxin; microdermabrasion and chemical peels take off a layer of skin. So is there anything more gentle and…
Who says having egg all over your face is a bad thing? Eggs are loaded with proteins that can actually enhance your appearance. Believe it or not, eggs have properties that are great for addressing some common beauty concerns from puffy peepers to dry hair. It’s no yolk — set…
This fall, the trend for eye makeup may skew toward the “what not to do” side of the spectrum. That’s because big lashes are in. When it comes to the haute look in peepers, more and more people are opting to clump it up. Think Twiggy from the ’60s and…
Gel manicures are all the rage at salons everywhere because of their durability and speedy drying time, not to mention the fact that they’re less damaging than acrylics. But you don’t have to shell out the $30 or more every two weeks for a pro job. Beauty stores like Ulta…