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5 Mascara Tricks That Will Totally Upgrade Your Lashes

2015-10-13T19:17:00.000-07:00

For most us, the way we apply mascara is a well-established routine. We do it pretty much every day: mouth inadvertently open, a bunch of swipes on each eye, and that's it. But do you ever find yourself wondering if you're doing it correctly? Have you questioned how long you should be curling your lashes? Nina Leykind, the cofounder of Eyeko, a British makeup company that specializes in mascara (

What is the Best Hairbrush for Your Hair Type?

2015-10-09T19:31:00.000-07:00

Ok, so every magazine is on the Mason Pearson hairbrush kick. It's all about boar bristles, if the beauty writers are to be believed. But are they right? Is it all hype or is there a real benefit to natural bristle hairbrushes?Yes, there is. But you don't have to buy boar. There are many natural bristle brushes on the market, Mason Pearson is just the Cadillac of hairbrushes at $85 on up. Any

Exercise vs. Diet: What Matters More?

2015-10-06T11:59:00.000-07:00

When it comes to slimming down, which one matters more? Two experts weigh in.Hit the GymExpert: Michele Olson, PhD, professor of physical education and exercise science at Auburn University at Montgomery, Alabama "Yes, you can lose weight with diet alone, but exercise is an important component. Without it, only a portion of your weight loss is from fat—you're also stripping away muscle and bone

Top 3 Ingredients for Younger and Firmer Face

2015-09-27T12:15:00.000-07:00

RetinolRetinol is a derivative of vitamin A, making it a milder version of retinoids (a prescription-only wrinkle fighter). While it takes several weeks to see results, retinol is the most effective over-the-counter anti-aging ingredient when it comes to "smoothing wrinkles, unclogging pores, lightening superficial brown spots, and improving the texture of the skin," says Amy Wechsler, New York

Coco Chanel's Best Beauty Advice

2015-09-20T11:33:00.000-07:00

Coco Chanel's Best Beauty AdviceBeauty Tips By California Girls Blog

Why You're Gaining Back the Weight You Lost

2015-09-12T09:42:00.000-07:00

Losing weight is no walk in the park, and staying committed to your new healthy lifestyle can be even more challenging. We asked nutritionists and a celebrity trainer (she works with Sofia Vergara and Kelly Ripa!) for their advice on how to make sure your new figure doesn't disappear into a Girl Scout Cookie box.1) Your metabolism is slower now—and you don't realize it.Basically, that smaller

How Does Biotin Help Your Hair Grow

2015-09-10T20:21:00.000-07:00

Biotin ConsumptionFor those hoping to grow their hair longer, faster, biotin has served as a vitamin supplement used in the quest for maximized hair growth. Biotin is a B-complex vitamin that can be found in both supplement and food form. Biotin deficiencies are associated with hair loss. Food sources with the most significant amounts of biotin include nuts (especially peanuts and almonds), egg

Food Lists For Weight Loss

2015-09-08T11:01:00.000-07:00

Genius Concealer Hacks Every Woman Needs to Know

2015-09-07T12:39:00.000-07:00

20 Genius Concealer Hacks Every Woman Needs to KnowLife-changing ways to cover pimples, under-eye circles, blemishes, and more.117.7kShares Share Tweet Pin E-mail 1. If you use foundation, apply it first, and then apply your concealer.If you apply your foundation first, you'll find that you don't need to use as much concealer. If you apply concealer first, however, you'll remove

Instant Cleavage

2015-08-27T17:49:00.000-07:00

Women with small breasts tell themselves they're great because you can go braless, wear plunging necklines without looking too sexy and run on a treadmill without any pain—and that's all true. But sometimes, you just want cleavage without the work of cutlets, a padded bra and stealth readjusting every 30 minutes. That's where the contour-and-highlight boob job comes in. It's quick (like five

Here's How To Grow Some Serious Repunzel Hair

2015-08-23T10:17:00.000-07:00

If you were living in a Brothers Grimm fairytale, growing your hair out would be as easy as finding some magic beans or crossing paths with a temperamental witch. In the real world, there’s no supernatural way to fast forward through the process, since hair typically grows at a rate of one inch every eight weeks. But with some patience and care, reaching great lengths is totally achievable.Below,

How To Loose 30 Pounds Fast

2015-08-22T16:36:00.000-07:00

Almost everyone who's lost weight has eventually put the weight back on. Why this cruel reality? It's simple, really: During the first months of any diet, your body loses both fat and muscle. Then, when you gain back the weight, you add back only fat because it's much easier to gain fat than it is to gain muscle."That's the dirty little secret of most popular diet plans," says exercise researcher

The Breakthrough New Treatment for Cellulite

2015-08-16T13:41:00.000-07:00

Over 80% of women have cellulite and chances are, most have tried to get rid of the stubborn condition to little success. But no need to keep slathering on ineffective caffeine creams: The U.S. FDA has approved the Cellfina System for the long-term improvement in the appearance of cellulite with no loss of benefit for up to 2 years, the longest duration of a

Reasons Your Hair Is Breaking Off and Solutions to Stop It

2015-08-14T20:52:00.000-07:00

Hearing a snap, crackle, or pop while brushing your hair is never a good sign. While loosing the customary 100 strands per day is considered normal, breakage is a problem that's easily avoidable. Whether it's due to a too-tight ponytail, bleach overkill, or even your diet, find out your personal culprit (and solution) for breakage when you read on.1. You're a hair puller: Tugging on your hair can

Get Younger Skin Fast

2015-07-26T14:03:00.000-07:00

Get Younger Skin Fast With A Spoon (Yes, A Spoon)

Here's What the "Stomach Vacuum" Is That Everyone's Been Talking About

2015-07-18T11:58:00.000-07:00

The strange "stomach vacuum" thing you've been hearing about this week? It's real. It's an exercise, but it's not an attractive exercise: You breath out, removing the air from your stomach while tightening your abs and sucking them up and under your rib cage. Once you're there, the goal is to hold in place to strengthen the transversus abdominis, otherwise known as the muscles behind your (real

2015-07-16T19:18:00.000-07:00

You Can Now Get Kim Kardashian Brows With the Help of Eyebrow ExtensionsThe new beauty treatment is here to solve all your #SparseBrowProblemsBy Carly Cardellino If you're one of the many women who look in the mirror and see sparse brows staring back at you, there is now an insanely easy fix so you too can have Brooke-Shields-style brows. It's not a brow wax, pencil, or powder. It's the

Hair Helpers

2015-07-05T19:26:00.000-07:00

Squeeze-dry your hair Prevent frizz by using a paper towel to gently wring water from your strands post-shower, suggests Adir Abergel, Fekkai celebrity stylist. “The paper won’t create as much friction as a towel, so your hair ends up less frizzy. It also absorbs more water than a cloth towel, really speeding up your drying time,” he explains. Tend to your scalp, not just your strands If

Unbelievably Simple Steps for PERFECT MAKE-UP

2015-06-21T13:10:00.000-07:00

Get your Perfect Eyebrows, Face Contouring, Blush Eye Liner and Eye Shadow every time!

5 Beauty Benefits of Vitamin C

2015-06-07T14:11:00.000-07:00

By Natasha Burton for Beauty High Time and time again, we hear experts sing the praises of vitamin C. Why is it so incredibly essential? Well, Rianna Loving, founder of organic skincare brand ORGO Beauty, says the nutrient is responsible for creating and maintaining collagen—the "glue that holds the body together." Specifically, this antioxidant strengthens blood vessels and gives skin its

No Heat Hairstyles for Long Hair and Dirty Hair

2015-05-31T13:16:00.000-07:00

No-Heat Hairstyles For Dirty HairTuesday, March 25, 2014 by Jessica Booth If you’re washing your hair every single day, you should stop. Washing your hair too often can be pretty bad for it – too much shampoo can strip your hair of it’s natural oils. It’s not the worst thing in the world, but I know that since I stopped washing my hair so often, it’s looked and felt

How to Get Thick Eyebrows and Correct the years of Over Plucking

2015-05-25T12:46:00.000-07:00

Method 1 of 2: Using Natural Means &lt;img alt="Get Thick Eyebrows Step 1.jpg" src="http://pad1.whstatic.com/images/thumb/6/65/Get-Thick-Eyebrows-Step-1.jpg/670px-Get-Thick-Eyebrows-Step-1.jpg" width="670" height="503"&gt; 1Redefine your eyebrow to give it a natural, yet pretty look. &lt;img alt="Get Thick Eyebrows Step 2.jpg" src="http://pad2.whstatic.com/images/

2015-05-16T19:15:00.000-07:00

No eye makeup is complete without a touch up in your eyelashes. Eyelashes are a vital part of your eye. They grow from the tips of the eyelids. Long eyelashes make an attractive look. That is why a lot of women dream to have longer lashes. But unfortunately, not all of us are blessed with long and thick eyelashes. We can make our eyelashes longer by makeup or by applying natural ways. If you have

The Best Sunscreen'sto Use WITHOUT Chemicals

2015-05-10T10:53:00.000-07:00

When it comes to summer sun, you know you should stick on a hat and cover your delicate skin as much as possible. Outdoor activities, fun in the water and the longing for a killer tan tend to hinder your good beauty intentions somewhat. One area where you don’t skimp, though, is on sunscreen. Hopefully.You slather that stuff on like it’s the elixir of youth, which in a way it is.

Sexy Hair How-tos From Victoria's Secret Models

2015-04-12T15:20:00.000-07:00

Victoria's Secret models are a thousand feet tall. They weigh less than a padded bra. Practically nothing about them is attainable for the rest of us—except for their hair. Here's how to get that body—and the bombshell blowout.KEEP IT REALThe unwritten formula for Victoria's Secret hair is that it must be shiny, wavy, thick, soft, and long. "The women aren't supposed to look like dolls," says