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2 Oh Man: Derek Jeter's Skincare Line
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3 Product Review: Origins Modern Friction
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4 Beauty Mark It! Gentle Face Scrubs
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5 Beauty Mark It Reminder! Gentle Face Scrubs
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6 Beauty Marked! Gentle Face Scrubs
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7 Back To Basics: The Best Face Scrubs
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8 Reader Review of the Day: Boscia Smoothing Facial Polish
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9 How-To: Prevent Milia Around the Eyes
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10 DIY Spa Treatment: Sweet Tea Antioxidant Facial Exfoliator
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12 What Kind of Exfoliator Do You Prefer?
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13 Store-Brand Products We Love (and One We Don't)
When it comes to products, sometimes the generic options don't live up to the original. Have you ever actually tried off-brand ketchup? Blech. At team Bella, we're always looking for a bargain, and that's why we've gathered together a few of our favorite generic beauty items — along with one option that just doesn't make the cut. Find out what they are now. Read more
Recently, Yum and I were discussing the merits of facial exfoliators. Physical exfoliators use an abrasive ingredient like crushed seeds or nuts, sugar, or beads to exfoliate the skin. Chemical exfoliators rely on things like citric or alpha hydroxy acids to do the sloughing. Both kinds of exfoliators essentially do the same thing, but which type do you prefer? What Kind of Exfoliator Do Read more
I had one severe case of dry, peeling skin, and I had it bad. My chin and mouth area were flakier than both Heidi and Spencer Pratt combined. I needed one mighty fine exfoliator, and I needed it stat. I turned to Aveeno's Warming Scrub ($9) from the brand's Positively Ageless line. Thermal beauty products are nothing new, but I'm still fascinated by the sensation of warmed-up skin care, which to Read more
No matter the season, exfoliators help rejuvenate dull-looking skin. Plus, they help lay the foundation for creating a nice, even surface — perfect for smoother makeup applications. Are these warmer-weathered days wreaking havoc on your appearance? "The green tea in the Sweet Tea Antioxidant Exfoliator is full of antioxidants, which boost health and resilience and can even soothe Summer Read more
Have you ever had little white bumps on your face that look like acne, but upon further inspection, you realize they're not? Those bumps could be milia, which form when skin cells get trapped under the skin's surface. In short, milia are caused by lack of natural exfoliation, and they often pop up near the eyes. Since it's such a sensitive area of the face, my first bit of advice is to get thee Read more
If you have sensitive skin, exfoliating scrubs can be a nightmare, wreaking havoc on your already easily affected skin. Reader ChampagneKisses says that Boscia Smoothing Facial Polish ($25) makes her sensitive skin glow. Take it away, ChampagneKisses: "I had actually stopped using all scrubs because they irritated my sensitive, oily skin. Years later I decided to give scrubs another chance, so I Read more
Back in July, you beauty marked some of your favorite face scrubs, and here are three oldies but goodies that I've adored for ages. Face scrubs are imperative in maintaining a healthy appearance. They work to gently remove dead skin, oil and residue from the daily grind. This helps unclog your pores and smooth out your skin. St. Ives Apricot Scrub ($3.99) is likely my absolute favorite Read more
Happy Tuesday, everyone! Last week I asked for your suggestions for gentle face scrubs, and you delivered a ton of great ideas. Thanks to everyone who contributed! You found a slew of favorites, many of which I've never heard of. Posey and Ad2121 love Body Time Mint Scrub because it's gentle enough for sensitive skin and rosacea, while Liza0183 sticks with St. Ives Apricot Scrub. To see all of Read more
Hi all! Just wanted to remind you that today is the last day to share your favorite face scrubs in this week's Beauty Mark It challenge, I'd like to know which facial scrubs and exfoliators you can't live without. Tell me by Beauty Marking your favorites and tagging your choices with the phrase "face scrub." I'll feature the readers' favorites on BellaSugar tomorrow! To learn what a Beauty Mark Read more
Hey everyone! So yesterday, I went to Bliss to pick up my normal face scrub, and it was sold out. Since a new shipment isn't expected for three weeks, I took it as a sign to try something new—and who better to turn to than my fellow beauty junkies? For this week's Beauty Mark It challenge, I'd like to know which facial scrubs and exfoliators you can't live without. Tell me by Beauty Marking Read more
