By Michelle Powell-Smith
Mineral makeup is growing in popularity each year. This natural cosmetic solution looks good, works well and is gentle for your skin. While applying a mineral makeup foundation like bareMinerals foundation can seem challenging, it is actually quite quick and easy. You do need the right tools and good lighting, but nothing more. You can even customize how you apply bareMinerals foundation to...
By Genae-Valecia Hinesman
False eyelashes are cosmetic accessories used to add dramatic fullness and length to eyes. By acting as a "frame" for the eyes, they help to accentuate and draw attention to their color and shape. Dramatic doesn't have to mean costume-like, however. The instructions provided in this article will help you to apply full false eyelashes (as opposed to individual ones) that will add...
By Lori Newell
If you have just given birth or lost a lot of weight you may be dealing with stretch marks. They can be unsightly, cause changes to your skin color and occur on many areas of the body. There are some options available to help you get rid of or decrease your stretch marks. To find the safest and most effective treatment for your situation, it is best to consult with a dermatologist or surgeon. A...
By Samantha Cabrera
Learning to make your own boutique hair bows is a great way to create accessories for your daughters, nieces or friends. Creating hair bows isn't too difficult, and they make a great, inexpensive gift, ideal for birthdays or the holidays. Choose your ribbon. The bigger you want the bow, the thicker the ribbon you should select. Wide grosgrain ribbon is a great starter ribbon. Choose colors...
By Cheryl Myers
If your self-tanner leaves streaks, you don't have to live with it until it wears off. You can also remove all of the sunless tan if the color is too potent or undesirable for you. You can purchase towelettes specifically made to remove self-tanner, but they are expensive and inconvenient, especially if you are too embarrassed to leave home with those results. Use a dry brush to remove dead...
By Robin Jessie-Green
With the many changes a pregnant woman's body undergoes--including those with her skin, nails and hair--trying to remain stylish and contemporary with flattering hairstyles can take extra care. For black women who may use relaxers, chemical hair coloring or bonding glue for weaves, avoiding these hair "essentials" during pregnancy requires replacing them with alternatives that leave ...
By Ysabel Doran
Spray-on tanning works well as a safe alternative to tanning beds or outdoor suntanning. The first sunless tanning lotions introduced in the 1960s produced a streaky, orange effect. But modern spray-on tanning technology is vastly improved. Today's spray-on tans provide superior application control and a realistic-looking tan color on many skin tones. The active ingredient in spray-on tans...
By Diana Bocco
Dry brittle hair is caused by a lack of moisture, which in turn gives hair a straw-like appearance. Hair loses moisture because of both internal and external factors, but it's a more common occurrence in people who color or chemically process their hair. The most common cause of dry brittle hair is abuse. People who use hair dryers, curling or flat irons and strong shampoos on an everyday...