From Acne to Tanning Beds: 5 iPhone Beauty Apps You Probably Don't Need


Updated 06/17/10 10:00 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 0 comments

iPhone Beauty Apps You Probably Don't Need

A visit to the App Store proves that there are more iPhone applications available than you could ever imagine. Among them are many amazing ones, but then there are some true duds. And when it comes to the beauty-related ones, there are some truly useful ones, like the SpaFinder, and there are some silly fun finds, like the Tattoo Shop one. It's the questionable ones, however, that are the Read more

5 Beauty Body Parts You Don't Want to Forget


Updated 04/19/10 11:05 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 0 comments

Body Parts We Forget to Groom

It's just not feasible to tend to every single body part all the time. But there are certain beauty body parts, the neck included, that are frequently neglected in the grooming routine. Here are a few other areas you might overlook — along with some easy tips on maintaining them, too. Read more

Give Yourself a Hand . . . Massage, That Is


Updated 09/27/11 6:02 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 5 comments

Do It Yourself Hand Massage

I'd get a nice, long massage at a spa every day if I could, but fortunately for the massage therapists of the world (and my wallet), I have work, family, friends, Mr. Bella, and pets to keep me from going completely shiatsu, Swedish, and Thai stone crazy. That doesn't mean that I've given up on pampering myself, though. Instead, I've picked up some simple techniques from the pros that relax and Read more

How-To: Give Your Loved One a Hand Massage For Valentine's Day


Updated 02/16/09 2:37 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 3 comments

How-To: Give Your Loved One a Hand Massage For Valentine's Day

Whether you're hanging out with your gals or your significant other, one thing's for sure. Valentine's Day is all about sharing the love. And I've got a great (and cheap) idea to pamper your loved one that's calorie and hangover-free — a hand massage. Make it sensual (for your luv-ah) or soothing (for your friends/family). Whatever you choose, check out my how-to now. Read more

Vanessa Lachey Shows Off Her Baby Bump During a Stroll Down Under With Nick


Updated 03/30/12 8:23 AM · Posted by · 8 comments

Nick Lachey and Pregnant Vanessa Minnillo in Sydney Pictures

Nick and Vanessa Lachey went for a walk along the coast near Coogee Beach in Sydney today. The couple, who are expecting their first child together, traveled to Australia at the beginning of the week and have been touring the area and relaxing. Nick and Vanessa visited the Sydney Zoo on Tuesday and yesterday Vanessa enjoyed a prenatal massage. Their trip, which is Vanessa's first to the country, Read more

Living in Katniss Everdeen's and Peeta Mellark's Capitol Quarters


Updated 03/26/12 9:00 AM · Posted by CasaSugar · 1 comment

Decorating Ideas from The Hunger Games

Last night, we were lucky enough to attend a preview screening of The Hunger Games. Being the design enthusiasts that we are, we were of course eager to check out the film's set design. The luxurious, technically advanced quarters that served as Katniss Everdeen's and Peeta Mellark's twelfth floor penthouse were especially interesting to us. If you've read the book, you might remember these Read more

Did Justin Bieber Treat Himself to an $11 Million Real Estate Birthday Present?


Updated 03/13/12 3:21 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Justin Bieber Tours Mansion For 18th Birthday

According to an article in The Daily Mail, Justin Bieber has purchased a $10.8 million, three-story mansion above Lake Hollywood. This property is accustomed to housing celebs — Ashton Kutcher has been renting it for $50,000 a month since splitting with Demi Moore. According to the real estate listing, The home features a large living room with walls of glass that fully retract to invite the Read more

8 Surprising Things That Can Swell During Pregnancy


Updated 02/23/12 11:51 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Pregnancy Swelling in 8 Weird Places

We've all heard of swollen feet during pregnancy — a not-so-surprising side effect considering they're supporting all that extra weight — but your feet are not the only body parts that can retain fluid while you're expecting. We've all seen a pregnant woman who looked so fluid-filled you kind of wanted to stick a pin in her to see if she'd pop (or maybe you were one of those women?), but Read more

Roll Out! Foam Roller Massage


Updated 03/22/12 10:37 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 9 comments

Foam Roller Exercises

In these crazy economic times, it can be difficult to rationalize spending your hard earned cash on a massage, no matter how over worked your muscles are. If you push yourself in your workouts, you can still treat your body right with a DIY massage using a foam roller. Costing anywhere between $10 to $25, a foam roller is cheaper than a visit to a spa, and you don't have to make an appointment. Read more