Perfume (Latin “per fume” meaning “through smoke”) was highly favored by the Egyptians, Romans, and Arabs. In East Asia, perfumes were incense based. People used to make perfumes from spices and herbs like bergamot, myrtle, coriander, conifer resin, and almond. The use of flowers came only after Avicenna, an Iranian…
Is it just me or does it get more and more difficult every year to find those special gifts that stand apart from the traditional mall fodder as unique or original? A candle — even for a candle lover — seems predictable, overdone and just plain blah after so many…
Beauty may be in the eye of the beholder, but there are some traits that are considered attractive by men and women across cultures and age groups like shiny hair, glowing skin, and bright eyes. What do they have on common? They are all signs of youthfulness and overall good…
There’s a popular TV commercial that claims that “if you’re not whitening, you’re yellowing,” but what exactly is it that turns our teeth from pearly white to dull and dingy? It seems pretty obvious that most of the stains on our teeth come from food. For example, if blueberries stain…
While shaving is considered a key part of the female primping and pampering routine for most of the Western world, it isn’t usually a relaxing or fun activity for women who do it everyday. If asked to choose a personal care practice we would never have to do again, a…
A bathroom is supposed to be a sanctuary – a place to refresh, relax, and prepare yourself for the day. However, most women know you’re lucky if you get a few minutes to brush your teeth, slap on some makeup and adjust your hair before the kids, husband and dog…
Anti Aging Skin Care is the new phrase on many women’s lips right now. But even using the best skin care products we can’t defeat time, and its eventual effect on our bodies. But we can put up a damn good fight! Here are ten snippets of useful advice about…
Colors in nature change with the seasons, but should your hair color and makeup? Is there such a thing as seasonal chic for hair and skin? You betcha! Keep up with the seasons and update your look with these fab tips for hair and makeup. Fall: Warmth and Contrast …
We’d love to be able to take the time to apply an impeccable coat of makeup each morning, but it’s not always realistic. There are so many things grabbing for our attention these days, like making breakfast, getting the kids ready for school, or that office staff meeting you can…
Acne is commonly a skin condition that is seen as whiteheads, blackheads, pustules or infected and inflamed nodules. Acne often is found on a persons face, chest, neck, and back. While many acne types usually affect the teenagers, various acne conditions are not restricted to a particular age group; even…