Matte Nail Polish Makes a Comeback. Maybe.


Updated 03/16/09 3:09 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 34 comments

Matte Nail Polish

Matte nail polish, once the choice of adolescent grunge wannabes, had a brief blip of popularity circa '92. Even Revlon got in on the action, offering a gloss-free red polish that I thought was so cool, so Sassy. Looking back, I now realize it wasn't quite as cool as I thought it was in ninth grade. Or is it? Yep, gloss-free polish has returned. Man Glaze (big yech on the name) makes gray and Read more

Easy Ways to Green Your Fitness and Daily Routine


Updated 04/17/12 9:00 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

How to Recycle Yoga Mats and Old Sneakers

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Fitness Magazine here on FitSugar! You carry your own water bottle, use a reusable shopping bag, and sort your recyclables from the trash. Here are more easy ways to green your daily routine without thinking about it. Choose Wisely Look for eco-friendly companies when shopping for workout clothes and gear. Gaiam, Patagonia, and GoLite are just Read more

Questions to Ask Yourself Before Buying a Yoga Mat


Updated 02/02/12 2:40 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Things to Consider When Buying a Yoga Mat

Buying a yoga mat is like buying a new pair of running sneakers. It takes careful consideration and research to find the right fit. Since there are hundreds to confuse you choose from, narrow down your search by asking these important questions. How Much Do I Want to Spend? Your budget is a huge factor in the mat you end up with. Do you have the dough to lay down for the priciest one on the Read more

Link Time: From Apple Sausage Mac to Haute-Alaskan Cooking


Updated 09/15/11 11:30 AM · Posted by YumSugar · 0 comments

Apple Sausage Mac and Cheese Recipe

This weekend, kick off Oktoberfesst with apple sausage mac and cheese. — The FN Dish The best Greek yogurt doesn't come from Trader Joe's. — KitchenDaily Gail Simmons admits she's had a few food OCD moments. — Huffington Post Food The five foods that are most damaging to your teeth. — TLC Why you should be making holiday cookies right now. — The Kitchn Could Umami Ko be the future of Read more

Lil Links: New Babysitting Bill Could Be Tough For Working Moms


Updated 09/02/11 5:41 AM · Posted by LilSugar · 0 comments

Proposed California Law For Paying Nannies and Babysitters

A new California bill would have parents paying for lunch and rest breaks, vacation, and overtime pay for babysitters — The Stir Liam McDermott's got shiny silver nails — Celebrity Baby Blog Tweak your body's alignment for a pain-free pregnancy — FitPregnancy What babies and children understand about race — Momformation Pediatricians are hoping to KO youth boxing – Health Hilary Duff Read more

Red Lips That Won't Kiss Off


Updated 08/21/11 4:35 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Michelle Phan's Picks For the Best Red Lipstick

  We're excited to continue our partnership with YouTube star and all-around beauty guru Michelle Phan! Every other week, we'll be bringing you the best from her website, MichellePhan.com. This week, Michelle is sharing her favorite red lipsticks that won't kiss off: Hi, everyone. Whenever my girlfriends wear red lipstick, their boyfriends seem to get so bent out of shape about it. For the Read more

10 Ways to Avoid Germs at the Gym


Updated 10/14/11 11:50 AM · Posted by · 5 comments

10 Ways to Avoid Germs at the Gym

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Self here on FitSugar! Well, duh — this is what we thought when we first saw a new position paper by the National Athletic Trainers' Association that emphasized that people who work out in communal settings — such as a gym — are at risk for skin infections and other infectious diseases. But, the truth is, with our crazed schedule, we try Read more