We tend to worry about the lines on our face, but crows feet and wrinkles aren’t the only signs of aging! Our hands can also reveal our, uhm, “maturity”—and because of exposure to soap and other cleansers, they can even make us look much older than we really are. Here are some secrets to younger [...]
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BB cream vs. Foundation: what’s best for you?
BB cream or blemish balm cream has been tauted as a wonder product. It evens out skin tone, just like a foundation or tinted moisturizer, but also offers other benefits like high SPF and anti-aging ingredients. But it’s not for everyone. Assess your lifestyle to find out whether to get BB cream or foundation.
How to have naturally glowing skin
Makeup can hide a whole lot of flaws, but wouldn’t it be great to wake up with naturally beautiful skin? Here are some tips for improving your complexion, so you can look great even without a lot of concealer and foundation.
Common nail problems and solutions
While a ripped nail or hang nail doesn’t really constitute a national emergency, we totally understand how annoying (and sometimes painful!) it can be. Here are some ways to solve common nail problems, plus tips on how to avoid them.
Lazy girl’s guide to pretty nails
Confession: I love nail polish and pretty nails, but I dread the effort and time it takes to clean, file, trim the cuticles. I rarely have the patience to wait for polish to dry and will smudge my work because I didn’t sit still long enough between coats. But these tips and tricks have helped [...]
Manicure do’s and don’t's
Salon manicures are expensive, how do you get professional-looking manicures at home? I’ve tried doing all the basic steps (clean, file, carefully apply polish) but my nails can still look awful! Here are some tips from the experts.
Beauty tips to get you ready for spring
It’s Spring! Here are some tips on how to prepare your skin and your hair for this season, especially after the effects of a cold and dreary winter. Coax back your skin’s glow, give your curls a natural bounce, and get your feet ready for flip flops!<h
Tips for applying concealer
Makeup artist Bobbi Brown said “concealer is the secret of the universe.” Concealer can hide really dark under eye circles and blemishes, making you look fresh and radiant even when you haven’t had any sleep. But poorly applied concealer can cake or cause “reverse racoon eyes” or obvious white splotches. Here are some tips on [...]
Skin care resolutions for a gorgeous year
Fashion trends come and go, but there’s one thing that never goes out of style: beautiful skin. With these great skincare resolutions, you’ll look and feel fabulous from head to toe—and that’s even before you put on your clothes!


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