When was the last time you remember a product delivering even more than it claimed? Stumped? We were too until a study published in the February issue of Archives of Dermatology made us change our tune. According to the study, which was conducted at the University of Michigan Medical School

It used to be that Magnum P.I. in those unbuttoned Hawaiian shirts was the man. A big out-of-control mustache and a chest pelt that would make Bigfoot jealous – and women swooned. Going back further, there was Sean Connery on his run of 007 movies making the world safe for body hair one Bond girl

Aging is a timeless process and a dreaded one to many of us. When most of us think of aging, we worry about how we’ll look to others and whether or not we`ll meet the expectations of those who are important to us. When we look younger, we feel younger and better about ourselves. And feeling better

If you would like to improve the overall smoothness of your skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, a TCA peel may be right for you. TCA stands for trichloroacetic acid and is considered to be what is called a medium chemical peel. Basically, a solution of TCA is applied to your

Perfectly set eyes, brows that never need shaping, sculpted cheekbones, pouty lips, a flawless complexion… we wish! Few, if any, of us have them all. But each of us has at least one “best feature”- one beautiful part of our face that gets noticed and complimented. Play to that strength and make

The old fashioned way of trimming nose hair is done with either small nose hair scissors or tweezers. Tweezers is probably the most painful way of trimming nose hair as you just grab hold of the nose hair with the tweezers and pull. Generally nose hair scissors are curved so the blades can fit

Placenta cosmetics are another proven trend that follows in the heels of ayurveda skincare, skin patches, and acid peels. First started with a simple injection in the 1930s , it has been hailed as an excellent skin healer because of its nourishing qualities. Since the placenta is the lining

Sure, most of us are probably familiar with what a curling iron is, but if you’ve never used one, then this guide is for you. Curling irons are a great hairstyling aid that can add curl, body and bend to the hair when used properly. There are even special curling irons that can add spirals and zig zags

Au natural seems to be the way to go these days. The makers of organic food and makeup lines are promoting their products as the must-haves if you want to live longer and look good doing it. Kelp and seaweed-based products are front runners in this race showing up on shelves, in spas and online.

Beauty is something inside of everyone that translates itself through physical expressions and emotional well being. For a person to look and feel their best , they must feel comfortable expressing their own personal beauty and feel that beauty surrounds them day in and day out. To help

Stepping out with a new hair color can give you an all new self image, but if you’re stepping out with a beard that is no where near the new color it can shatter that new image in a matter of seconds. It can be easy just to use the same dye that you used on your head, but that is a really big no-no. Your beard

We`ve all probably heard about the naturopathic theory but may not be familiar with all it entails or it`s application in the field of skin care and beauty. Naturopathy claims a place in not only our health care, but our skin care and cosmetic industry as well. Although naturopathy and it`s

You’d have had to be living under a rock for the last few years not to have heard time and time again about the dangers of simple carbohydrates to your diet goals. But what about your skin? That’s right… sugar can be as bad for your face as it is for your hips. I fact, Nicholas Perricone, M.D., a leading

One of the biggest reasons today’s men color their hair is to hide the gray. What most don’t know is that gray hair is resistant to hair color. In order for hair color to penetrate gray hair a special additive is added to the hair color formula. Generally if your gray is shiny your hair is probably

You look in the mirror one morning and, to your dismay, you notice a dime-sized grayish-brown mark on your cheekbone. Or, you have acne scars from your teen-aged years that have never faded. Your first impulse is to cover the area with layers of concealer and foundation, but we know that this ends

Demanding and more knowledgeable consumers are driving the direction of research into product development in the deodorant market. Consumers are no longer content to buy deodorants that only smell good , and minimize or stops sweating. According to Mintel, a market research company

You have tried using a better conditioner in the shower. You have started using hot oil treatments and extra hair product to make your hair cooperate, but they simply are not enough. It is time to choose a leave-in conditioner. Leave-in conditioners are a more personal product than one might

Product labels have been a fixture on the cosmetics counter for a very long time. Scientific jargon are plastered all over the counter’s jars and containers, from the words “hypoallergenic” to “unscented” to the all-too-popular “natural.” .” Do the words expressed on the bottles really have

With increasing demand and the drive to continue bringing new and innovative products to consumers, manufacturers are paying attention to micro-segmentation. So what does micro-segmentation refer to in the cosmetic industry? It’s the process of creating products that serve more

Hair screening is definitely not new, but it is becoming increasingly popular as we combat the effects of aging and the environment. At-home testing kits are available and are widely accepted as a catalyst for implementing or eliminating certain aspects of your diet. Hair screening or hair

The oldest of four children, Paris Hilton is known for her part as heiress to the Hilton Hotel empire. She has been loved and hated by the public and has a knack for gathering attention no matter what she does or where she goes , so it’s no surprise that those who do love her, love her look as well.

Makeup trends for Spring 2007 mirror the soft pastels used in past seasons but with a few new twists and additions. The smoky eye is still prominent, but soft purples, greens and blues are replacing the metallic blacks and grays from Fall. One of the new trends in creating the spring version

So you’re making the effort towards getting and staying in shape by joining your local gym, and you want to look your best while doing it, right? Well, we have some tips for looking your best during and after your workout. Some people may not see much point in trying to look great while working out

Have you ever left a restaurant only to find that you smell like the main course? Worse yet, have you ever worked in a fast food establishment and, even after you took a shower, your hair and skin still smell like greasy fries?  Why is that? What causes food odors to stick to our skin and hair?

Knowing how to properly store and keep your cosmetics and skin care products can not only keep you safe, but can also keep your face fresh and healthy looking and give you a reason to treat yourself more often than you may already. Proper storing and keeping of skin care products and cosmetics

No matter what the hairstyle, actress Halle Berry can pull off just about any style. Whether you love her past messy shag or her fabulous long curls that she was seen sporting at the January 2007 People’s Choice Awards, our guide can show you how to get the look. When recreating these two styles

Have you ever seen a girl who, underneath the clothes that don’t quite fit and hair that isn’t styled… or brushed, could be the next top model? Are you waving your hand shouting, “That’s my girlfriend! How do I tell her to make a little effort in her appearance without getting a kick in the shin?”

Many of us think of the Do`s and Don`ts of beauty as just common sense, but we all need a little education from time to time and a little nudge in the right direction. While a certain portion of beauty Do`s and Don`ts may be a matter of opinion and there are exceptions to every rule, we`ve gathered

Most of us find that we are always on the go and there’s never any time just for ourselves. Taking time out is necessary even if we do have a busy schedule that doesn’t allow much time for ourselves. Giving our bodies time to relax helps us to be less stressful in our hectic lives and we feel rejuvenated

We`ve all had hair coloring experiences that left of full of regret and afraid to leave the house. Some of us have even experienced this after visiting a salon. We thought we were on the right track - we picked out the color we liked, chose a box with a model that looked just like we wanted to, and