The short answer is yes. Most women need a moisturizer, whether they have oily, dry or combination skin. Facial skin has different needs than the skin on your body, so you can’t just use one all over. But with so many products on the market, making the wrong choice can…
We all hope that when we turn 20, we’re done with pimples. For most of us, though, this is just a pipe-dream. No matter how much most of us hope, pimples are never quite done with us. Acne vulgaris, a skin condition characterized by the formation of pimples, is a…
The skin is the largest organ of the body and yet most of us don’t do enough to maintain our skin’s health. The skin also protects our bodies from the outside world. Most of us don’t think our skin is so great looking. Even if you were born with a…
Mineral makeup is the miracle cosmetic. It works on all skin types and doesn’t contain dyes, chemicals, filters or oils. It’s as close to nature as makeup can get. Only in recent years has mineral makeup come to the forefront in the cosmetics world. It’s not just foundation either. Some…
The way you dry your hair and the tools you use matter when it comes to your overall style. So when you’re looking for a new hair dryer, there are a few things to consider. First, start with your own hair. Is it damaged? If so, it’ll take less time…
When the sharp corner of your toenail enters the sensitive skin of your toe, you end up with an ingrown toenail along with all the accompanying nasty symptoms — swelling, pain, redness and maybe even an infection. It’s usually the big toe that is affected, but all toes are fair…
Hair today, gone tomorrow. It’s every woman’s worst nightmare. We’re talking about hair loss or thinning of the hair. For most women, it’s natural to lose an average of up to 100 hairs every day. It seems like a lot until you consider there are about 100,000 hairs on your…
With less money to spend on more expensive clothing, people are looking for ways to pinch pennies and get the most bang for their wardrobe buck. That’s why secondhand stores and thrift stores are thriving. And we’re not talking about rifling through racks and racks of decades-old, dusty clothes. Consignment…
Style & Beauty / Product Reviews
To avoid the agony of the feet, you should wear athletic shoes geared to your sport. Running shoes, for example, won’t cut it on the basketball court because they lack the lateral support needed for all those hard, swift moves, and the stability for a smooth landing after a slam…
There are a few implements that no beauty regimen should be without. Whether it’s a handy tool that amps up the glam or one that covers up those “uh-oh” moments, here are a few that you need in your vanity. Of course you need your makeup and hair products, but…