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Beyond the Basics for Clear Skin

14 September, 2010

Whether you’re heading back to school or back to work after Labor Day weekend, you want to look fresher and more polished. Starting with clear, blemish-free skin. As for the most effective way to keep breakouts under control, there’s more to skin care than cleansing and spot-treating. In fact, over-scrubbing acne-prone skin can lead to more blemishes. Stripping away natural oils sends signals to your sebaceous glands to pump out more oil. The solution: Take a kinder, gentler—and more thorough—approach to skin care. (more…)

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Fabulous Fall Looks from Fashion Week

14 September, 2010

It seems like only yesterday that we were drooling over the amazing collections from our favorite designers and wishing that the fall would come just a bit faster, not just for the clothes but also for the amazing makeup that accompanied the models down the runway. We’ve dug through the old photos with fervor to remind you all of what to expect in beauty this season.

Nearly Nude Nails

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Deborah Lippman - Waking Up in Vegas

It’s not just Lady Gaga redefining the term “Gray Lady” on a cover of Vanity (more…)

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Bring Your Beach Tresses Back to Life

16 August, 2010

We love getting away to the beach as much as possible. If that’s not an option, there’s always someone who has a pool. Getting a tan and splashing around in the water are a blast, but not so much for your hair. The salt in the ocean and the chlorine from pools can severely dry out your locks and can lead to split ends and other damage, but we have found a few ways to rescue your hair from such a fate.

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