Even if you have the most difficult hair on the planet, there are some simple style tricks that will help you look like you’ve just stepped out of an expensive salon when all your primping was done in front of your bathroom mirror. The real truth about great styling is that you just have to know where

We are obsessed with our need to have a better body than we do – even if ours is pretty great already. This obsession is evident in the number of weight loss plans you can buy and meals through the mail and weight loss supplements available over-the-counter. In our quest to look better than the other

Looking for a change that will turn heads and draw attention, but don’t want to undergo some crazy procedure or stick colored contacts in your eyes every morning? Here’s your solution: First, be brave because these color combos are going to take some guts. Next, give it a try and don’t be timid.

Indoor tanning took a giant leap forward when the spray tan was introduced. You no longer had to expose yourself to harmful UV rays or risk burning under bulbs that were too hot. With the spray tan you no longer had to wonder how old the bulbs in your bed were or if you were getting you money and 30

Not just anybody can be Batman. And it doesn’t just have to do with acting ability. This superhero favorite embodies strength, masculinity and dark sex appeal - not to mention you need a stellar body to fill up that suit! In the long list of actors since the first Batman, played by Michael Keaton

We’ve all had those mornings where nothing goes right. You sleep through the alarm – or worse yet, set it for PM instead of AM (admit it, we know you’ve done it). The shower takes forever to heat up. You forgot to buy razor blades so shaving takes extra long because the blade is dull and you have to be

Fashion is a fluid, ever-changing organism that doesn’t hold still long enough for you to get to the store and buy the latest let alone enjoy it long enough to wear it out. And who can keep track of what’s in and what’s just become so last season? To help you make the most of the season, here’s a heads-up

Do you delineate the days of the week by the masks and microdermabrasions and steam treatments you do? Would you rather give up your Marc Jacobs bag than go to bed without washing your face and treating your skin with multiple bottles of moisturizers and blemish treatments? If you’re standing

Changes in hormone levels during pregnancy can cause a multitude of changes to your skin. Most will disappear shortly after delivery, but some can be very disconcerting while you’re carrying. While some women experience negative changes, many find that their skin conditions improve

Anyone who has tried to diet in the attempt to lose weight or has counted calories until they couldn’t stand the sight of numbers anymore, knows that being able to eat comfortably without worry is easier said than done. If you’ve been there and done that, try something different to cut out

It’s the time of year when only a privileged few live in places where the sun is still shining enough to maintain a tan. For the rest of us, we must begin the fall and winter toil of tan maintenance. We could, of course, just embrace the trend of pale, sun-shunned skin, but who are we kidding!

Skin needling, also known as Facial Mesotherapy and Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT), involves using a handheld roller infused with multiple, fine-pointed needles on the skin’s surface. This handheld roller contains needles that are 1-3mm long and the pinpoint punctures created on

You love the feeling after a warm shower or bath, but notice those white, chalky spots on the shower stall and bathtub and wonder, is that what is left behind on my skin and hair? According to several dermatologists and hairdressers, yes, and tap and hard water may contribute to the aging process

The experts, like Bobbi Brown and Charlie Green, passed out tips and tricks at the fall ’08 New York fashion shows. When the connoisseurs of beauty speak, we listen. Here’s what they had to say about what colors and techniques they used to make the models look runway perfect. You’ll be happy to know

Our bodies respond differently with each season. The colder seasons such as fall and winter usually produce more colds, flu, and other uncomfortable illnesses and conditions more than the warmer months. Because these seasons occur every year, it helps to actually prepare for what’s to come

Breathe easy, guys. This fall, men’s fashion is taking a casual turn even in the office and in formal attire. Casual doesn’t mean sloppy or mismatched. The new casual look is comfort and style in easy fashion that blends your weekend wear with your workday suits. It takes your look from the links

Whether you enjoy swimming for fun during the summer or are part of the swim team, constant exposure to chlorinated pools can do a lot of damage to your hair. Swimmers know they need to beef up their hair care routine more than those who spend most of their time out of the water. But if you’ve been

Male and female fashion may appear drastically different but the basics are pretty much the same. When it comes to dressing up, most men don’t have a clue about what pair of shoes to wear or how to coordinate it with their outfit. If you really want to make a good impression, then you’ll want to memorize

Makeup has been a part of our lives forever – at least it seems that way. Grade school days of macaroni necklaces and corduroy jeans seem like an eternity away. In all that time we’ve done pretty well for ourselves. We’ve learned – largely on our own – to apply makeup and make the looks of our favorite

Not everyone is thrilled about reaching middle age - especially women. Getting older means things get more difficult, health becomes more of an issue, and you can’t do the same things you did when you were younger. Weight loss is a major concern for those getting older and it doesn’t help that

Out of the many diet lessons we learn, including enough fiber daily is one of them. However, it’s a lot easier to incorporate more fiber into your diet once you understand what it is and how it works. Once you know that, you’ll be able to learn the best methods for adding just the right amount of fiber

Teens and adults alike suffer from acne but who would have thought that an innocent infant could also be a target? It’s true. Baby acne is fairly common and like its older version, can be pretty unsightly on the complexion. Find out what signs and symptoms you should be on the lookout for and what

For the past few years, many people have turned to the concept of alternative medicine instead of heading to the doctor’s office. Complementary and alternative medicine, more commonly known as CAM, is the name for medical practices and products that are not considered a part of your typical

You may recall bad memories of a family member, probably your mother or grandmother, telling you constantly to sit up straight and stop slouching. Well, as usual, mother knows best and she wasn’t kidding around. Practicing good posture and avoiding bad habits like slouching actually benefits

You’ve heard of the beauty benefits of avocado and cucumber, but what about licorice? If it makes you feel any better, we hadn’t heard of licorice either. In addition to this childhood candy store favorite, a surprising number of food items have been recently identified as having hidden

We may have spent most of our educational years learning about history but one factor that goes unmentioned is that of hairstyles. Look through any history book or website about history and you’ll notice that the hairstyles each culture coveted has changed drastically throughout the centuries.

There will always be debates on certain topics and while it isn’t easy to say who is right or who is wrong, many will choose the alternatives that work best for them. Breastfeeding is one of these hot button topics. Should you breastfeed your infant or will he/she be okay with regular formula?

One of the worst habits we can get into when it comes to fitness and exercise is getting bored and losing motivation. How often have you set yourself to a great workout routine, only to abandon it a week or two later? Well, there is one solution you can try out that will allow you to remain dedicated

It’s so cliché to say “no white between Labor Day and Easter,” but how do you pull off white in its “off-season” and still look smashing? Begin by remembering what makes white so desirable in the first place – it’s clean, crisp and an open palette for any color. You can make it pop or keep it simple

The quest for tighter, flatter abs is not a new one. Even looking at Greek statues, the appeal of the six-pack has always been there. Although there was a period of time when a more rubenesque figure was thought to be more attractive, our fitness conscious and thinness-crazed society has seen