You want a quality manicure, and if you leave it to the professionals, you want to get your hard-earned money’s worth, right? First you have to decide what kind of manicure you want. Nails have gone beyond fake vs. real. Do you want a relaxing, spa-like experience while getting your…
It’s a well-known fact that women suffer for beauty, but there may be a few hidden dangers in the clothing and other baubles you sport on your body. For example, take a look at your ears. That fabulous costume jewelry you sport may be causing a rash due to its…
Whether it’s the offer of a “free makeover” or “gift with purchase,” those department store cosmetics counters look, smell and seem to want to make you feel good. But should you rely on those pricey products to improve your looks? Or rely on the salespeople to give you reliable information…
What’s the big deal? Online shopping, that’s what! There are plenty of ways to save a bundle online, particularly if you have champagne taste but are on a beer budget. Your dollar goes further on the Web when you get resourceful about where and how you shop. For example, Groupon…
Warmer weather, oily skin – or a combination of both! – can wreak havoc on your makeup application. Here are a few tips to keep things in place. Be sure your face is clean and oil-free before you start, and apply a primer to help makeup adhere. Start by swapping…
It feels great to organize a jewelry box, sock drawer or shoe rack. But before you toss, donate or otherwise discard your accessory flotsam, consider reusing it. Many women have encountered a tangled ball of necklaces at the bottom of their jewelry box. Before you start tugging and making knots…
Making a picture-perfect pedicure last is never an easy feat, especially when you’re forking out top dollar. While some women can make those salon treatments last between three to four weeks, others are lucky if they make it an hour. The good news is that there are some tried-and-true techniques…
Most women pay special attention to what goes into their bodies when they find out they’re pregnant. But do you know the best and worst products to put on your body when you’re expecting? Some skincare products will work wonders for pregnancy ailments such as breakouts and stretch marks, but…
Celebrities swear by the craziest – and priciest – potions to retain their youthful looks onscreen. But which ones are hokey, and which can you incorporate into your beauty regimen? Definitely not the synthetic snake venom Gwyneth Paltrow favors, or the nightingale droppings contained in Victoria Beckham’s facial! Many stars…
Lots of stars shill for beauty brands, but did you know many of them have their own cosmetics, clothing, and even food and drink lines? For a reality star who needs to extend her 15 minutes of fame, slapping her name on a label might just be the ticket. But…