What We're Sweet On: Radiance and Clarity, All in 10 Minutes


Updated 05/24/12 2:51 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Murad Intensive C Radiance Peel Review

If you're one who doesn't like to fuss with a lot of products, then you'll love Murad's Intensive — C Radiance Peel ($50), from the brand's new Environmental Shield line. Use it just once or twice a week (at 10 minutes each application), and skin is left with just about every adjective you want it to be: bright, smooth, luminous, and supple. The reasons? Glycolic acid helps to exfoliate, while Read more

Key Skin Care Products Every Woman Should Own


Updated 05/22/12 4:33 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Essential Skin Care Products

A trip to the skin care aisle can be a dizzying experience, but it doesn't have to be so complicated. And while it's obviously important to make sunscreen a part of your daily routine, there are a few key items every woman should include on her must-have list, explains Suki Kramer, founder and president of Suki skin care. They are . . . A great exfoliator: "From jump-starting collagen to Read more

What We're Sweet On: A Brush For the Blemished


Updated 05/18/12 8:31 PM · Posted by · 4 comments

Clarisonic Mia Acne System Picture and Review

Countless praises have been sung for Clarisonic, the cult-favorite sonic skin cleansing brush. But until now, the acne-addled haven't had a version that targets their complexion condition. Enter the newest incarnation of the Mia 2 brush and salicylic acid-infused cleanser ($169), which aims to keep blemishes at bay. We gave the brush a spin (courtesy of public relations), and like the original, Read more

Soothe Sunburn With This DIY Recipe


Updated 05/15/12 1:01 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Home Remedies For Sunburn

YouTube star and beauty guru Michelle Phan always has a new tip or two for making life easier. It happens to the best of us, even with the best of intentions, and this week, Michelle tells us how we can alleviate a painful sunburn: Hi everyone, Each day it's getting a little sunnier and little warmer outside. It's nice to spend this time outdoors, and while it's also nice to get a little Read more

What We're Sweet On: The Cedar Soap That Makes You Stronger


Updated 05/14/12 9:46 AM · Posted by · 2 comments

Review of Indigo Wild Cedar Zum Bar Soap

If you love rich, woodsy scents, here's your new shower buddy: Indigo Wild Cedar Zum Bar ($4). Don't let its tough-guy exterior fool you, though. Behind the swirls of the black and white bar exist skin-softening olive, palm, and coconut oils. There's also goat's milk in the formulation, which is neither too alkaline or acidic, playing nicely with the natural pH balance of skin. And speaking of Read more

3 Easy Steps For Treating Dry, Cracked Heels


Updated 05/13/12 3:30 AM · Posted by · 3 comments

How to Treat Cracked Heels

Cracked heels can be a problem, especially coming out of the colder months when the air lends itself to dry skin. On top of that, these fissures can worsen as a result of the pressure put on your heels throughout the day — particularly if you're a fan of foot-imbalancing stilettos. Along with being less-than-aethestically-pleasing, untreated cracked heels can split even further, causing pain Read more

Christine Taylor on Organic Beauty, Her Must Haves, and Nighttime Hair Routine


Updated 05/10/12 2:46 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Christine Taylor's Skin Care and Beauty Tips

Actress Christine Taylor has signed on to be the spokeswoman for organic skin care line Nourish, and as a vegan and mother, her partnership with the brand seems like kismet. "A lot of times products will say 100 percent natural, but this one actually works," Christine explains. "Every person in my family has different favorites, and it's in every bathroom." Not only does she love the idea of Read more

What Do You Know About the Ins and Outs of Self-Tanner?


Updated 05/09/12 5:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Self-Tanner History

Self-tanners are a safe staple of warm-weather beauty regimens, but you may be surprised to hear that the formula for self-tanners has remained relatively unchanged over the past 40 years. With that said, they certainly don't have a boring history. When it comes to the ins and outs of faux tans, is your knowledge golden or is it all a bit streaky? Take this quiz to find out. Take the Quiz Read more

Melanoma Risk Factors: What You Need to Know


Updated 05/08/12 2:20 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

Who Is at Risk For Melanoma?

Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer, and unfortunately, it's a disease that's on the rise. However, melanoma, which can be described as the uncontrolled spread of pigment-producing cells, can be easily cured when detected early enough. It's National Skin Cancer Awareness month, so for more tips on prevention, stay tuned. But first, discover more about this type of cancer and who has Read more