Spending the time and money to get your nails done can be frustrating if the results don’t last. Here are some tips for making your manicure last. Avoid housework Yeah, we know there are things to be done… but household cleaners, makeup remover, hair products, and sunscreen can break down a polish’s finish. For housework [...]
Step 1: Use a light eye pencil to create an outline for your liquid liner. The line should start as thin as possible and grow wider toward the outer corner of your eye. How far out you go is up to you but keep in mind that a little bit goes long way, and less [...]
Cold Spoons For a quick treatment, place two spoons in a glass of ice water. Once the spoons become cold, place on the eyes to reduce puffiness. Add four spoons to the cup and switch them out if you need a longer treatment. Tea Bags Brew some tea and cool the bags before placing one [...]
When you think of essentials for your purse; money, keys, and sunglasses may be all the come to mind. We’ve found that our secret to flawless beauty actually comes from the little beauty secrets that we keep hidden in our handbag. Check out these little time-saving, life-saving beauty wonders. Dr. Scholls For Her High Heel [...]
1st : Ice At the first sign of a breakout use an icepack to reduce swelling. Ice the area for 5 to 10 minutes. 2nd: Treat After icing, apply benzoyl peroxide, in a cream or gel, with a clean cotton swab. 3rd: Cover First, remove any dry flakes on the surface of the blemish by [...]
The best way to get the longest lasting scent is to apply perfume before dressing at one or two prime places on your body. Choose the knees, wrists, base of throat, or behind the earlobes. Because the fragrance is formulated to interact with the heat of your body, these places will develop the strongest aroma.
You don’t have to layer on baby blue eyeshadow to rock the pastel trend this spring. Follow Gwyneth Paltrow’s lead and create slight definition with a mint eyeliner. We love how the shade is subtle, but still adds a cheery pop of color. Paltrow’s look is perfect for beginners who want to experiment with bolder [...]
Out of lotion or antibiotic? Head to your kitchen for a quick fix. Sun or Razor Burn Use cold milk as a compress on affected areas. Or, try olive oil to soothe uncomfortable burns. Minor Cut Honey is a great, natural antibacterial agent that can be applied directly to the wound. Dry Skin Try a [...]
1. Drink lots of water: You’ve heard it countless times, but making sure your body is well hydrated with water means that your system can flush away the toxins — even from your pores. 2. Use a clay mask: Find a facial mask rich in clay ingredients, like the Chantecaille Detox Clay Mask ($78). As [...]
By: Special Guest Denise Prichard Are you fed up with expensive face care products, layering chemical after chemical on your delicate skin? What if I told you that the secret to perfect skin has been sitting in your house all along? As a former acne sufferer, I’ve been through tons of prescriptions, ranging from pills [...]