By Christie Leman
While applying nail polish may seem like a routine, simple task, it takes some time and a few tried and true techniques to apply nail polish correctly. Applying nail polish correctly helps to prolong the life of your manicure by minimizing chipping, bubbles and peeling. Salon-manicured nails can be costly and painful, but applying nail polish at home can look just as good, is much more...
By Jenny Rae Armstrong
Well-groomed women everywhere consider ceramic straightening irons the best thing since natural-hold hairspray. These versatile tools can straighten, curl, smooth and shine virtually any head of hair in a fraction the time it took metal predecessors. But hair product build-up on a ceramic straightening iron is anything but pretty. It can damage your iron, damage your hair, and it doesn't...
By Maggie Hira
Stretch marks are a permanent change in the dermis as a result of major weight gain or weight loss over a short period of time. Stretch marks mainly appear on a person's stomach, breasts, thighs and buttocks. The rapid change in weight causes tears in the dermis, which then results in lines of purple or red discolorations that fade over time, but never fully disappear. Some of the best...
By Yvette Pryce
For a fun and intimate massage experience with a partner or for just deliciously kissable skin, you can create your own flavored lotions at home. Though you can purchase flavored lotions, most of these contain artificial colors and flavors or have sweeteners in them, making them OK for play but not the best skin care choice. You control the flavor of this lotion, and the main lotion ingredients...
By David Lessem
Most men have strong opinions about electric razors. Some swear by them because they are convenient, easy-to-use and don't give nicks and cuts like blade razors do. Other men find electric shavers harder to control precisely and more irritating to the skin. They prefer blade razors. The only way to really decide for certain is to try one out for yourself. Clean the razor. You should clean...
By Kate E
Whether you want to use cologne to attract the ladies or just to smell good for yourself, there are some techniques you should follow when putting it on. You don't want to use so much that you can smell it two states over, but you don't want to use so little that no one can tell you're wearing it at all. You also want to wear it in the right places to get it noticed. Shower to remove ...
By Paula Parker
Roses. There just isn't a more beautiful fragrance in the garden. If you love the smell of roses, you can keep it long after the last rose bloom has faded. Making rose perfume is easy and can become an enjoyable hobby. If you have a large variety of rose bushes in your garden, experiment with the different blossoms to make perfume from a single bush or from a combination of bushes. If you...
By Tamara Moffett
Cellulite is a common cosmetic complaint. It consists of accumulations of fat just underneath the skin that result in a dimpled appearance. While there is no permanent cure, there are many different treatment options available that can help reduce the appearance of cellulite. One of the most popular treatments is cellulite cream. Cellulite cream is a topical cream that can be applied to the...
By Jessica Reed
Sunscreen is important for protection against the harmful effects from too much sun exposure. It's not only just a precaution, but it helps to keep you in good health. However, without choosing the proper sunscreen, you won't get the protection you need. Sunscreen blocks out harmful UVA and UVB rays that can cause skin damage. The sun's rays can cause premature aging in skin as well...
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Perfume can flatter and enhance your presence in any setting if chosen carefully and applied correctly. Your body temperature and the condition of your skin affect the staying power of your perfume and the scent that others notice. Fragrances come in various strengths, and the stronger your perfume is, the more expensive it generally is. Knowing where to apply your fragrance can reduce waste and...