Seaweed because it appears in many different hair products. It is definitely something we curly tops should consider adding to our daily beauty regimens.
December 25, 2012
Seaweed: Calming Nourishment from the Sea
Rouquinne's Makeup Missive: Where There’s Smoke …
The “smoky eye” is one of the most popular looks around as we head into fall
December 25, 2012
Beauty Break!
Thousands of day-spas have popped up all over the world to give the average person a chance at a day of relaxation and pampering at a more affordable price.
December 25, 2012
Ancient Cultures Initiated Nail Art
Ancient Chinese used a combination of gum Arabic, beeswax, egg whites, gelatin and mashed flowers to tint the nails.
December 25, 2012
Rouquinne's Makeup Missive: Waterproof Makeup
Simplicity is the key if one needs waterproof makeup
December 25, 2012
Don’t Fear the Wrinkle!
Those same scientific and medical advances also allow us to hide the signs of our age; but should we erase every physical trace of our years?
December 25, 2012
Wrinkles: How to Get Rid of Them!
We’ve got a primer for getting rid of wrinkles—info you need to know!
December 25, 2012
How to Simplify Your Skincare Routine
Tips and tricks for simplifying your skincare routine
December 25, 2012
Rouquinne’s Makeup Missive: Mmmmm… chocolate!
Pure, or almost pure, cocoa butter can be purchased at health food stores. It is inexpensive and soothing to very dry skin.
December 25, 2012
I Need A Fix!
Benefit Cosmetics has an entire category of products devoted to fixing problems called “Fake Its & Fix Its”. One of the best is the Ooh La Lift – a soft pink under-eye cream with cooling ingredients (including chamomile) that will temporarily firm bags and hide dark circles with its light-reflective properties.
December 25, 2012
Show Me the Metal
The most traditional way to wear metallics is to highlight one feature only. When choosing a dramatic lip colour, select a neutral eye shade and pair it with plenty of mascara.
December 25, 2012
Chewing the fat!
The importance of fat in our diet cannot be over-stated. It contains lipids essential to the development of the nervous system, and sterols, which are building blocks of our hormones.
December 25, 2012
Just Peachy!
Blue-eyed beauties should consider orange eye shadow in all hues from the most vibrant to palest peach. The daring could try the new NARS eye shadow duo Bohemian Gold (metallic taupe and iridescent copper), Hard Candy’s Lollipop shadow or MAC’s Mangomix Shadestick.
December 25, 2012
Hello Old Friend!
After my success with my old standby product, I asked some friends and relatives which products they’ve used for years and wouldn’t part with.
December 25, 2012
Rouquinne's Makeup Missive: Glossing it Over
One of the best things about lip gloss is the cost factor
December 25, 2012
There She Goes — Again…
That phrase “broad spectrum” is also important. The SPF ratings on most products only measure protection from UVB radiation, the type that causes sunburn. UVA radiation is the deeply penetrating type that causes aging. Look for a product that protects against both types of radiation.
December 25, 2012
Here Comes the Bride!
If you feel you MUST wear white on your wedding day, consider the shades of off-white available
December 25, 2012
About the New Mascaras
There are also new designs for the brushes used to apply mascaras. Take a look at the tiny double-vee rubbery bristles in Maybelline’s new Lash Stylist mascara. The company claims that it improves “lift” by 65%, but what I like about it is the separation it gives my lashes.
December 25, 2012
Wear Foundation for Maximum Benefit
Remember that concealer goes OVER your foundation and that you should set everything with translucent powder that closely matches the foundation.
December 25, 2012
Looking Good Through a Cold
We’ve got tips for looking good, even when you’re sick!
December 25, 2012
