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On CNN's Piers Morgan Tonight, Janet Jackson talked at length about her constant struggle with self-esteem and body image. The interview, which aired on Tuesday evening, is a revealing look into Janet's past and coincides with the release of her new book True You — part memoir, part advice book on dealing with the pressures surrounding body image. Besides describing her own struggles with Read more
As we kick off wedding traditions week here at Sugar HQ, I couldn't help but think of the old adage of "something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue." Each item from this Old English rhyme is meant to bring good luck to the bride, with "something old" meant to represent continuity with the past. If you're a bride-to-be, or if you're a friend or relative looking to make the Read more
Along with meeting your nose's needs, there are lots of beauty uses for Kleenex, and that's why I usually keep a travel-sized pouch in my bag — although after a few weeks, it looks a little sad, beat-up, dirty, and deflated. There's something classy about having a lipstick case in your purse, and there's something kind of old-school about having a pocket-sized tissue holder, too. That's why I Read more
Did you know that Kleenex was originally marketed as a cold cream/makeup remover? It wasn't until a few years after its initial release that it was commonly thought of as a nose-blowing product. Backstage at Fashion Week, I saw lots of facial tissue, and it wasn't just for blotting lipstick or t-zones. This got me to thinking about facial tissue and its usage in beauty. Here are some of my tips Read more
So what's the deal with anti-viral tissues? They seem like a great idea - anything that kills those cold and flu-causing viruses has to be worth it, right? The good thing: Kleenex anti-viral tissues, with the little blue dots, kill the viruses that cause most colds and the flu. Within 15 minutes, the tissues kill 99% of them. The not so good thing: The tissue is made of 3 layers, which tend Read more
Hide the bunny rabbit! This lady's dangerous. "Poor Little Bunny" | Send To Friends | Funniest Jokes at JibJab Read more
Here's another post from our friends at Circle of Moms! Every week, we bring you the best parenting and motherhood stories from our partners at Circle of Moms, including this post from Mary Beth Sammons about moments moms don't want to miss. At the risk of sounding like my mom, I’ve come to realize our kids do grow up so fast. Even though some of the moments (like the teen years) can seem Read more
Have a friend with a broken heart? Help her heal by making a few small tweaks to your friendship. You may be tempted to step in and save the day right away, but it's important to let her move on at her own pace. Put your own stresses aside, amp up your positive attitude, and follow these five tips to help your friend through the aftermath of her breakup: Learn to be a listener. She may just Read more
Happy birthday Jennifer Aniston; thank you for the fitness inspiration! It's that time of year! Healthy alternatives to Thin Mints, Samoas, and Do-Si-Dos. Burn belly fat with this heart-pumping circuit workout from Jeanette Jenkins. Feeling sniffly? Time to grab the zinc; studies say it shortens colds. Winter isn't just about root veggies — five cauliflower dishes that will convert you. Read more
Over the Fourth of July weekend, four friends and I were all hit with a doozy of a cold, the worst. It even made us question the accepted belief that more people get sick in the Winter. But viruses still survive in the Summer sun, and some people can't fight off infection as well as others. There are ways to protect yourself, which is a must, given all the traveling, eating, and lounge time Read more
