Skin Care & Makeup
Best Waterproof Eyeliner: 4 I’ve Tried + 5 Others That Get Great Reviews
I have allergies that are so bad they begin in early Spring and don't stop until early Fall. I also enjoy spending a lot of time outdoors -- especially riding our motorcycle on long distance rides several days a week. The long-lasting eyeliner I've been using for years (Revlon Colorstay … [Read More...]
Best Makeup Brush Cleaners + How To Clean Makeup Brushes Yourself
Most of us don't think about cleaning our makeup brushes. I know I didn't until I started hearing makeup experts talk about how important it is on talk shows and news shows. Once I was reminded that everyday 'sweat' -- and other forms of moisture -- result in bacteria forming on your makeup … [Read More...]
Facial Exfoliation Definitely Works, But Can You Exfoliate Your Face Too Much?
Initially, I liked the effects of my at-home microdermabrasion so much that I wanted to do it every single day. But I resisted the urge and just did the facial exfoliation 3 times a week, as instructed. I'm glad I didn't overdo the microdermabrasion for these reasons. Constantly … [Read More...]
Clothing & Style
The Best Bra Is A Cheap Bra: Gilligan & O’Malley $11 Demi Bra
I'm a practical shopper. I like fashion and style as much as the next person, but I tend to buy things based on price and durability most often. When it comes to bras, I was thrilled to see that Consumer Reports gave some of their highest marks to an $11 bra that's available at Target and … [Read More...]
Winter Fashion: How To Turn Your Favorite Summer Clothes Into Fun Winter Wear
Break out your miniskirts. Pull your summer dresses up to the front of your closet. And don’t forget to grab your open-toe heels. Winter is here, but that doesn’t mean you have to dress for a date with Mr. Frost. Sure, you may miss your sun-tanned glow. But don’t let your fashion … [Read More...]
Ladies: Have You Tried The Pencil Test To See If Your Butt Is In Shape?
I saw a fitness expert talking about this on one of the morning news shows. She said you should put a pencil beneath your butt cheek, up next to your thigh like this. If the pencil falls to the ground, then you have a nice booty. (Or at least an adequately lifted one.) If the pencil stays … [Read More...]
Hair Products & Styles
Best Snag-Free Hair Elastics, Rubber Hair Bands & Ponytail Holders
For your hair's sake, you want to choose hair-friendly elastic bands that can be easily taken out without too much damage to your hair. You also want to ensure that the bands you choose will be able to hold your ponytail in place for the entire day. Tying your hair back every single … [Read More...]
Top 40 Ponytail Tips & Tricks To Help You Make The Best Ponytail Styles
Ponytails are one hairstyle that will always be "in" for women of all ages. Fortunately, there are a lot of fun ways to wear your hair in a ponytail, so you're not stuck with just one look each and every time. But before you put your hair up in a ponytail again, check out these tips and tricks … [Read More...]
HeadBlade Razor Review… From One Bald Guy To Another
The HeadBlade is a uniquely shaped head shaving razor that was designed for balding men -- or any guys who prefer the completely bald look! The razor itself is contoured to fit into the palm of your hand to make head shaving for bald guys quicker and easier than ever before. When I saw the … [Read More...]
Teeth, Lips & Mouth
Root Canal Procedure: What It’s Like To Get A Root Canal (…I’ve Had 3!)
I've had a Root Canal... and I lived to tell about it. Actually, I had two within 5 months. Then, I had to have one of those re-done less than a month later! Why??? The short version is: I switched out all my old silver Fillings that I'd had since childhood with white Fillings. That … [Read More...]
Tooth Crown Procedure: What It’s Like To Get A Crown On Your Tooth
The process of switching out my old silver fillings for new white ones resulted in me having to get 6 Crowns... and 3 Root Canals. I'm not complaining. I'm just saying this is how it went for me. (I'll explain why in a minute.) At this point, I've got a lot of firsthand experience to share … [Read More...]
Top 13 Natural Cures To Get Rid Of Bad Breath
Bad breath, or halitosis, is more common than you may think. We've all had to deal with it at one time or another. Here's how to test if you have bad breath. In most cases, brushing your teeth and/or using mouthwash or breath mints will help. However, some people have chronic bad breath … [Read More...]
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