It’s rare to find a man who won’t admit to wanting chiseled 6-pack abs. Not only does the 6-pack symbolize the image of male fitness perfection, it’s also commonly associated with being found more attractive by the opposite sex. Unfortunately, many men have tried and failed at building decent

We all have flaws. Maybe it’s problematic eyebrows, breakouts or dark circles – we all have an Achilles’ heel when it comes to our appearance. We all know to accentuate the positive and play to our strengths, but sometimes the difference between a magazine cover look and that just woke up face

Decades ago it was believed that a woman’s place was in the home taking care of the children while the man worked and provided for the family. This is no longer the case and in many ways society is rewriting its own rules. There are more working women and working mothers than ever and even the concept

Unless we have a girl to dress us, most guys have no idea what to wear to a party – unless it’s a bar-b-que or beach party, if it is, we’re on it. But when it comes to holiday parties, your sister’s birthday party at the club or pretty much any other gathering where we’re expected to “get dressed”

We hear about the $700 face creams and $1000 jeans that some swear they just can’t live without. The rest of us either laugh at the thought of dropping that kind of cash or wish we could. Then there are the much more economical creams and jeans and cosmetics and accessories that most of us scrimp

Scarlett Johansson came on the big screen with a child-like innocence and the soft features and glowy skin to match. Today she is a modern bombshell who is anything but childish. Her newest movie is about to release in theaters and her character captures what she does best – innocence mixed

When winter sets in it’s like you’ve moved to a new planet to inhabit a new body. Your skin reacts differently to moisture and dryness and even to your cosmetics and food. It’s difficult to find the products that will meet all your skincare needs because once you start to have a need you have to start

The temptation to overeat is ever-present, especially during the holidays. Instead of turning to weight loss pills and fad diets, sometimes the solution can be as simple as turning to an ingredient found in just about every kitchen: vinegar. This age-old item has been found to work as a natural

Getting older means looking older - a fear that has driven many women and even men into the arms of the anti-aging industry. With its numerous products promising a more youthful and vibrant complexion, it is no wonder that this industry has enjoyed booming business year after year. However

Here it is another year and another Super Bowl to look forward to. The Super Bowl party is an age-old tradition that millions of football fans plan for months in advance. If it’s your turn to host your neighborhood Super Bowl party do something different this year by offering food items and snacks

Simply looking at a well-dressed woman can be exhausting – the time and energy she must have put into choosing her outfit, pressing it (or picking it up from the dry cleaners), accessorizing and then getting out of the house on time… exhausting. You too can look that manicured and put-together

Believe it or not, it is okay to wear skirts during the winter. But the key is to know how to wear them and find the right styles that suit your figure and the rest of your outfit. If you’ve been craving the need to show a little leg this winter, then you’ll want to indulge in the following insider

Being in college for the first time is a new experience that many young adults look forward to. However, many don’t realize what a lifestyle change it is and not being properly prepared can make or break not only your school life but your personal life as well. The good news is that it isn’t impossible

Usually men sport gray hair better than their female counterparts but there are many men out there that don’t necessarily like the association between gray hair and getting older. If you’ve managed to stay relatively free of pesky grays, then you’re lucky but that doesn’t mean you’re not

Before you get confused, this article is about the benefits of silicon, not silicone. This trace mineral plays a large role in the human body and has a number of health benefits as well as beauty related benefits. The skincare industry is starting to realize the potential silicon has to make

Oats have played an important role in maintaining a healthy daily diet and in terms of skincare, oats have been used as an instrumental ingredient in soothing sensitive skin types and treating certain skin conditions. However, recent studies have discovered that oats and more specifically

Every year women are honored for their drive, charity, passion and poise and are given the title “Woman of the Year.” While you may not be in a position to be nationally recognized, you certainly do affect and influence the people around you – your friends, family, children, even strangers

Burning body fat is one of the best ways to lose weight and this holiday season, avoiding temptation and crazy weight gain is a goal that is challenging many people these days. Although eating right and exercising is the tried and true way of burning body fat in a healthy way, there are also other

We’ve all had that exceptionally long weekend that was a once in a lifetime good time, or the work week that was not so great but lasted forever. Whatever your reason for going days with no sleep, you’re now faced with a Monday morning meeting with your boss or a first date with Mr. Perfect and your face

We don’t have a magic pill that transforms you from ordinary girl to super model diva, but we do have extraordinarily simple steps you can follow while you’re getting ready for a night out or a long weekend getaway that will have you feeling like you had a head-to-toe makeover. It will only add minutes

Anti-aging products are fast becoming all the rage. Perhaps you’ve heard of them. Who are we kidding? Of course you have. Whether in advertisements or articles, there are names that have been thrown around more and more over the last year. There’s a long list of ingredients: sirtuins, hyaluronic

No woman would turn down a solution to alleviating the symptoms of PMS and while there are over-the-counter pills that can take care of the problem, many women are interested in turning to more natural alternatives to treating issues like mood swings, cramps, bloating, and irritability.

These days when it comes to healthy, beauty, skincare, anti-aging, fashion, and lifestyle, many of us seek the easy out and turn to celebrities to influence our decisions as to what will or will not work for us. While this doesn’t seem to be a big deal, it can be an issue if what the celebs suggest

Being plus size doesn’t have to be a curse, especially now that more and more designers are making styles that suit plus size frames. When it comes to evening gowns, plus sized women are no longer limited to wearing large dresses with mounds of fabric that you can get lost in. By knowing what styles

Growing up we were all taught about the importance of not littering, how to recycle, and why it is important to not waste water or electricity. However, the Green Movement has become more involved and now just the basics aren’t enough to keep our planet in good shape. Help your family step up

Black and white will never go out of style, but it will continue to reinvent itself year after year, season after season. This winter is no exception. The look is classic with clean, well-tailored lines but it is uniquely new with soft, feminine accoutrements like ruffled sleeves, belted waists

Yogurt is a food that you either love or you don’t. Many turn to this food item as a way to help with weight loss, while others consume it to maintain a healthy daily diet. Some simply love the way it tastes. But yogurt has much more to it than its flavor - there are also health benefits associated with it

Whether it was an ex girlfriend/boyfriend’s name, a goofy cartoon character, or an image you thought would look cool until you actually got it done, tattoo removal services provide the perfect means of ridding yourself of unwanted body ink. While popular procedures such as laser removal

In the attempt to treat certain skin problems and disorders, many turn to special treatments when regular skincare products alone don’t seem to make the cut. Photodynamic therapy is one of the latest procedures that is proving to be highly effective in treating everything from the signs of aging

When your mother told you to be nice and not say anything unless you had something good to say, she was looking out for your health. Researchers at Ohio State University studied married couples who had had an argument that provoked strong emotions. The study used a suction device that created