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SKIN & BODY

Will Ferrell Promises a Sexy Hot Tan …

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This cleverly marketed Will Ferrell Sunscreen comes with all sorts of jokes about streaking strength. But don’t worry, it’s the real deal.
Before you start kicking and screaming, notice that both bottles are SPF 30, so they’ve actually got you covered despite the goofy names. The formula is packed with UVA/UVB protection — and PABA free, [...]

Bad Teeth Can Ruin Your Day

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Million dollar smile. Not just any cute kid, but the cutest kid ever, my niece.
When I was a kid I did seriously dumb things. Take for example the time I stole $20 out of my dad’s wallet, because I had to have candy. When pulled aside and questioned, I didn’t deny it. [...]

Is Beauty Really Skin Deep?

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There is no denying the benefits of being beautiful.
I hear people say that having a “nice personality” is the first criteria of true beauty, but is that really true? I have a few words, words, people, stop it. Stop convincing yourself of this when it’s clearly not so.
I tested this theory and tried to [...]

Looking for the PERFECT Masacara?

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Hypnôse—Custom Volume Mascara
When Lancôme dared me to go up to “6 times the volume” I couldn’t resist. At $24 a tube, this was a bit pricey for me, but I just *loved* it so much that a) I had to get another one, b) decide it’s totally worth the price, c) I’d write about [...]

Brazilian Hair Straightening

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My newest thing that I have decided I *can’t* live without is Brazilian Hair Straightening.
If you have curly hair (and dream of waking up with straight asian hair), then the Brazilian Hair Straightening is YOUR dream come true. I have fine hair, but it’s super curly and can be a real pain in the [...]

Yellow Teeth are Gross

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Last fall I thought I needed whiter teeth and decided to try Crest White Strips. Breathing through my mouth was excruciating as the cool air hit my sensitive teeth. Do you know what would have probably felt better? Someone punching me in the mouth repeatedly. My teeth were so sensitive that [...]

Hair Gloss or Glaze: What to Pick

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Q: My hair is dull; I’d like to try a gloss or a glaze. What’s the difference?
Such an innocent question. It seems so simple: Gloss, glaze, which is which? Well, start here: a gloss is a bit more permanent than a glaze. It adds shine and adjusts the tone (say, if your highlights are too [...]