Reader Review of the Day: Brushlab Round Cushion Brush With Mirror Combo


Updated 08/04/09 4:23 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 1 comment

Reader Review of Brushlab Round Cushion Brush With Mirror Combo

Sure, a brush can get the tangles out, assist with styling, and even help remove buildup, but it's always a bonus when that brush gives you results beyond anything you ever imagined. Recently, I tried out Kim7754 reviewed Brushlab Round Cushion Brush With Mirror Combo ($8), and got amazing results. Here's what she had to say: I absolutely love this brush. It makes my hair smooth, light, and Read more

Do Fancy Brushes Make a Difference?


Updated 06/26/07 8:27 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 32 comments

Do Fancy Brushes Make a Difference?

For years I've been reading about Mason Pearson hair brushes in magazines, and inevitably they're lauded as life-changing miracle brushes. I haven't tried one yet, but I was given a Frederic Fekkai travel brush ($55) that's similarly luxurious. The faux-tortoise brush is beautiful, easy to hold and replete with old-timey allure. It's pretty enough to leave out when guests are over, and it just Read more

Stained Teeth? Coffee Is Not the Only Culprit


Updated 05/14/07 4:20 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 16 comments

We all want our teeth to be bright and white. There are so many whitening products and toothpastes on the shelves at my local drugstore. Dentists, for a pretty penny, professionally bleach stained and colored teeth. There's nothing wrong with wanting to have pearly whites, but these products can make your teeth sensitive to cold and hot temperatures. Which can be surprisingly painful, so why Read more

Healthy Tip: Wait 30 Minutes After a Meal to Brush Your Teeth


Updated 05/22/12 11:54 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Brushing After a Meal Can Cause Enamel Loss

A healthy lifestyle means taking care of your teeth — after all, excess plaque has been linked to an increased risk of heart disease, and too much icky bacteria in your mouth can lead to gum disease and cavities. But if you're an après-lunch brusher, take note: you should wait at least 30 minutes to brush your teeth after a meal, according to a report in The New York Times. The directive is Read more

The Makeup Tool That Will Change the Way You Apply Mascara


Updated 05/21/12 10:55 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

How to Apply Mascara With a Fan Brush

You could argue that the eyes are the most important part of the face (windows to the soul and all that). For a makeup artist, never has a sentiment rang more true. The eyes are a canvas for many creative colors and techniques, but the last thing you want to do is taint your carefully applied shadows and liners with spidery or clumpy lashes. Floriane David of Make Up For Ever Academy admits Read more

Halle Berry Reveals the Secret to Her Flawless Skin


Updated 05/22/12 4:12 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Halle Berry's Skin Care and Makeup Tips

Yes, Halle Berry really is as gorgeous and flawlessly complected in person as she appears on screen. So now that your most pertinent question is answered, let's move on to the good stuff. Halle has served as the global brand ambassador for Revlon for over 10 years, and she's set to launch a campaign for the brand's new ColorStay Whipped Creme foundation (which hits shelves June 1). With Halle's Read more

4 Steps to Achieving Better Brows in a Flash


Updated 05/22/12 5:00 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Fill In Brows

The eyebrows are the frames for beautiful eyes (that means they are important). And now that full, bold brows are in style, having the right moves for filling them in is essential. Makeup artist Floriane David of Make Up For Ever Academy reveals her expert secrets to achieving your best brows. Form an outline: Start by using an angled brow brush to draw one long stroke underneath and above the Read more