5 Things I Learned From GOOP Today


Updated 06/28/10 4:08 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 3 comments

Hair Care Tips From Gwyneth Paltrow's GOOP 2010-05-13 13:00:00

You might know that Gwyneth Paltrow's GOOP newsletters, while sometimes mocked by bloggers, actually do contain lots of great content straight from industry insiders. And whether you're a fan or not, you have to give the longtime actress credit for her efforts in trying to bring insider tidbits to the masses. Today's edition is one after my own heart, offering up some pretty cool hairstyle tips Read more

DIY Spa Treatment: Honey Lemon Hair Mask


Updated 09/15/08 3:00 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 5 comments

DIY Spa Treatment: Honey Lemon Hair Mask

After a long, hot Summer, platinum blonde highlights often turn to dishwater blonde highlights. This hair treatment includes lemon extract to clarify and brighten, honey and wheat germ to nourish, and oil to moisturize dry hair. For the recipe and instructions read more Read more

Reader Review: NelsonJ Brazilian Hair Masque


Updated 08/06/08 7:06 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 6 comments

Reader Review: NelsonJ Brazilian Hair Masque

My buddy Nancita has the prettiest chestnut-brown hair, all tumbling waves and shine. And now that I've found the secret to its beauty, I've asked her to share it with all of you. Take it away, Nancita: "The longer my hair gets, the more I need deep conditioners. I used to think of these products as an unnecessary expense, but I've since learned that conditioning treatments really keep my hair Read more

New Product Alert: Aveda Dry Remedy System


Updated 11/21/09 6:58 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 12 comments

New Product Alert: Aveda Dry Remedy System

When Aveda launches a new concept, the company tends to do it in bulk. Such was the case with its Outer Peace acne-treatment regimen (and the subsequent men's hair-care line), and the same rings true with the just launched Dry Remedy. There's the requisite shampoo and conditioner, plus a hair mask (and a free comb if you buy the three as a set). The system also follows the company's tradition of Read more

Product Review: Biolage Fortetherapie Cera-Repair Hair Treatment


Updated 12/20/09 2:29 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 21 comments

Biolage Fortetherapie Cera-Repair Hair Treatment

Unfortunately, I have to give Biolage Fortetherapie Cera-Repair ($13.49) a double thumbs-down for being a colossal waste of time. It's not often that a hair product can disappoint me this much, but after spending fifteen minutes in the shower, I was left waterlogged with knots in my hair. I actually had to step back into the shower and re-condition just to get a comb through it. And not only Read more

New Product Alert: Caviar Anti-Aging Hair Masque


Updated 12/12/07 10:32 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 12 comments

New Product Alert: Caviar Anti-Aging Hair Masque

With the season changing at warp speed, hair is at serious risk of moisture loss. This can lead to dull strands and brittle split ends. Now is a good time to start giving yourself a hair treatment anywhere from once to twice a week, depending on the condition of your hair. If you are looking for a new product to try, Alterna has just come out with a Caviar Anti-Aging Hair Masque ($40). This Read more

Heavenly Soft Hair


Updated 12/12/07 10:31 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 10 comments

Heavenly Soft Hair

If you want to attain heavenly hair that is flowy and soft, for him to run his fingers through, then the PHYTOJOBA Intense Hydrating Mask, $36, is what you are looking for. It is designed to gently and instantly restore elasticity, shine and thickness to dry, damaged or normal hair. The jojoba plant was selected because the oil that this plant produces is characteristic of the natural oils in Read more

Grammy Awards: Lady Gaga


Updated 02/12/12 9:37 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 1 comment

Lady Gaga at Grammys 2012

Lady Gaga wouldn't let her fans down on a night like the Grammys, and her hair and makeup were just as avant-garde as you'd expect: a mask of black netting, blond hair with a bold black stripe, strong brows, and statement-making red lipstick. Are you excited about what the Lady served up this year? Vote on all of our Grammy Awards polls here! Grammy Awards: Lady Gaga Love it Read more

In Defense of the Chronically Late Mom


Updated 02/09/12 1:45 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Mom's Defense For Being Late For School

We're excited to share this post from our partners at BabyCenter! Every week, we will be bringing you the best parenting and lifestyle stories from the experts at BabyCenter, including this post from Betsy Shaw about being late for school. If I were to wear a scarlet letter it would be T. T for tardy. T for turd ball. T for totally inept mother. We are late for school with such alarming Read more

How to Organize Your Beauty Products


Updated 01/27/12 5:00 AM · Posted by Real Beauty · 0 comments

How to Organize Your Makeup

We're happy to present this article from one of our favorite sites, Real Beauty. If you have to dig though drawers and rummage through an overstuffed makeup bag to get ready every morning, then it's time to bring order to your beauty stash. For more great tips check out: How to Clean Out Your Makeup Bag. These expert tips will help you de-clutter your loot and streamline your storage space. Read more