Bella Brand: Dr. Susan Taylor's RX for Brown Skin


Updated 09/07/07 3:03 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 13 comments

Bella Brand: Dr. Susan Taylor's RX for Brown Skin

There isn't one specific skincare regimen that works for everyone, and many product lines don't tackle the specific needs of women of color, such as hyperpigmentation. A new one, however, aims to change that. Dr. Susan Taylor's Rx for Brown Skin is a new line of skin care for light, medium and dark shades of brown skin (think everyone from Lucy Liu to Jennifer Lopez to Eve to Queen Latifah). It Read more

Bella Brand: Big Girl Cosmetics


Updated 04/27/12 9:42 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 15 comments

Bella Brand: Big Girl Cosmetics

Did you know that some makeup brands don't make their formulations in darker shades? Unfortunately, as any woman of color can tell you, finding foundation can be a formidable task. Big Girl Cosmetics, a small company from Chicago, is trying to change that by offering products in hard-to-find shades. The preservative-free line includes body scrubs, lip glosses and eye shadow, but the big draw is Read more

A Sneak Peek at Mini Boden's Adorable Fall 2012 Collection


Updated 05/21/12 8:43 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Fall 2012 Mini Boden Preview

We've long been fans of UK brand Boden's well-made pieces for men, women, and most of all, the kiddos. So when we were invited to a behind-the-scenes preview of the brand's 2012 Autumn/Winter range, we jumped at the opportunity. From Baby Boden gear for infants to Mini Boden for big kids, the brand has mastered the art of merging rich color combos and whimsical graphics with just enough Read more

3 Tips to Mastering DIY Gel Manicure Kits


Updated 05/15/12 10:24 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Tips For Doing a Gel Manicure at Home

Gel manicures are popular fixes for busy women who need chip-free finishes that will last. And recently, at-home kits have hit the market with brands like SensatioNail, Red Carpet Manicure, and Sephora by OPI (available soon) coming out with their own versions. Now that Spring is here and temperatures are rising, your hands and feet will be begging for a little attention — not to mention the Read more

Christian Louboutin Launches a Beauty Brand


Updated 05/11/12 9:28 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Christian Louboutin Starts Beauty Company

You may not be ready to splurge on a pair of Louboutin heels yet, but no worries: his cosmetics line could be classing up your bathroom counter in 2013. The famed shoe designer has started a new company, Christian Louboutin Beauté. "Beauty products also have to do with empowering women," he explained to WWD. "That's very much the job of the shoes I'm designing." This announcement comes just in Read more

Nicole Richie Will Be Designing a Collection For Macy's


Updated 05/08/12 1:56 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Nicole Richie to Design Macy's Collection

Macy's has nabbed Nicole Richie as the next designer for its Macy's Impulse capsule collection series. "With each collection I do, it all starts with music," said Richie. "Music is the driving force behind my inspiration." The limited-edition collection, launching online and in 100 Macy's stores in mid-September, is set to feature 30 pieces highlighting a mix of masculine and feminine pieces, via Read more

Stylish Women Celebrate Two of Fashion's Female Icons at the Met Gala


Updated 05/08/12 9:43 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Women at Met Gala 2012

The fashion world and the celebrities who love it are coming out tonight in NYC for the Met Gala. This year's exhibit, Schiaparelli and Prada: Impossible Conversations, is a celebration of two Italian designers, Elsa Schiaparelli and Miuccia Prada. The women come from two different eras, but the Costume Institute's showcase explores similar themes between their work and conversations they might Read more

Five Ways Feminism Helps Men


Updated 05/05/12 1:44 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Why Feminism Is Good For Men

We're happy to present this story from one of our favorite sites, The Good Men Project. Today, Justin Cascio names five ways feminism helps men. Can’t think of a single reason why men should support feminism? Here are five. Gives us equal partners. For men who have women in their lives as co-parents, lovers, wives, partners, clients, and associates, it means that our partners in these Read more

A Reader's First Half Marathon Is Full of Triumphs and a Little Bit of Embarrassment


Updated 05/03/12 12:45 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Having to Pee During a Marathon

FitSugar reader Dhitri has an embarrassing tale about her first half marathon. She shared her story in our RunningSugar community group. Help her out by sharing your own funny or embarrassing race tales below! So you know I ran my first half and had the greatest time ever. There were a few blunders, of course (what's a race without 'em?). Firstly, I arrived only half an hour before the start. Read more