There are a few adjectives we associate with high-heeled shoes, whether they’re pumps, wedges, platforms or sandals: sexy, confident, hot. But you may not think of these descriptions: painful, dangerous and health hazards. Heels have always been in style, but women who wear them a lot are prone to some…
Warm weather is a time for beauty give and take…you get gorgeous, sunkissed skin, but humidity means frizzed-out and sometimes flat hair. Or does it? Get prepared before the weather starts getting really hairy by hydrating your hair. Start with a moisturizing shampoo and conditioner. It may seem counterintuitive to…
There’s something to be said about using your fingers to get precise application when you’re putting your makeup on. But if you’re ready to move on to a more professional way to apply, wipe that stuff off your fingers and ditch those teeny little brushes and sponges that come with…
When the seasons change, nothing is more fun than getting out last year’s styles, figuring out what needs replacing and finally – shoe shopping! But there’s more to consider than a shoe’s seasonality when you shop. Take a look at those gorgeous gams of yours before you buy. That’s right…
The only thing worse than feeling sick is looking the part. You know what we’re talking about — chapped lips, puffy eyes, red nose and fever blisters. Even after you’re past the point of being contagious, the unsightly aftermath can linger for some time to come and leave you looking…
Whether they break, split, have ridges or have been subjected to acrylics, weak nails are not a pretty sight. It’s difficult to keep polish on nails that flake or break easily, but there is hope. One major cause of weak nails is wetting nails. Frequent handwashers often complain about having…
You know by now to apply sunscreen, moisturizer and all those other products that care for your skin and keep it looking beautiful to your face. But are you going beyond the jaw line? The skin on your neck and chest, aka the décolletage and cleavage, tends not to be…
Losing weight can not only help you get into a smaller size and wear styles that may reveal more skin, but did you know it also helps improve your appearance? It’s true. Obesity affects your health, raising the risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes and other life-threatening conditions. But there…
For whom does the bell toll this season? It tolls for skinny jeans, which now share the sales racks with flared jeans – aka bellbottoms. That’s right, the hot look this season is jeans that look like an upside-down martini glass instead of a pencil. The look has caught on…
We’ve got a beauty aid that will leave you feeling cool as a cucumber. In addition to being a refreshing and healthy snack, it can actually be your go-to green for boosting your appearance. As it so happens, cucumbers are 96 percent water which makes them extremely beneficial when you’re…