A sonic cleaner – for the teeth, face or other body part – sounds like something out of the future that a superhero might use. These gadgets are pretty super for getting a dirty job done, and they’re accessible to everyone. However, don’t fall for tempting false claims. Here’s the…
Fight breakouts from the inside out. If acne is a problem for you, then you might think those stereotypical foods – chocolate, greasy pizza, etc. – are causing it. That may be the case if all you eat for breakfast, lunch and dinner is junk, but there are foods that…
For Asian, Latina and black women – and any other shade in between – it can be a challenge to find the perfect shade of makeup to match skin tone. Other challenges might include controlling shine and oil or concealing darker pigmented areas. Luckily, many cosmetic companies have cropped up…
If you have sparse, short lashes and have tried all the mascaras, falsies and potions on the market to help plump up your puny lashes, then you might be tempted to try Latisse, a medication only available by prescription. Originally developed for glaucoma sufferers, a side effect of the medication…
That forgotten box of baking soda in the back of your refrigerator or pantry is more useful than you think, especially when it comes to your beauty regimen. Baking soda, or sodium bicarbonate, does double duty for a lot of more expensive beauty products, so why not start storing that…
For many people, waxing and plucking are the first things that come to mind when it comes to eyebrow care. But those aren’t the only options. One approach that’s gaining popularity in the United States is threading, an ancient depilation practice that originated in the Middle East. Threading is a…
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…
If you’re like most people, you’re probably pretty hard on your feet. But the season of open-toed shoes is upon us, and that means you’ll want to put your best foot forward. Far too many of us neglect our feet and don’t practice proper foot protocol. While it may be…
Ever wonder what could add some extra oomph to your outfit — or even your entire wardrobe? If you’ve ever been left thinking your ensemble could just use an extra something — a piece that could add extra pizzazz — listen up. There are a handful of ways to make…
Who wears short shorts? That depends on whom you ask. It goes without saying that when it comes to picking out a style of shorts, you can’t take a one-size-fits-all approach. The secret is to know what’s the most flattering based on your body type. Short shorts are ideal for…