Coconut Oil as Sunscreen? YES, Without Harmful Chemicals

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According to interesting info I receive from coconutresearchcenter.org, they claim that coconut oil is the original suntan/sunscreen lotion. It amazes me how many uses there are for health in regards to coconut oil, but with regard to sunscreen, generally sunscreens we use have chemicals like oxybenzone, that disrupt the hormone system and certainly are not [...]

Tyra Banks Applauds Vogue’s Efforts to Help Young Women, But Is It Really Enough?

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Tyra Banks is toasting Vogue’s 19 international editions for pledging to promote healthy body image, but while the plan is a step in the right direction, what does it really mean for the future? “Real progress is finally on the horizon,” Banks writes in an open letter on The Daily Beast. “Vogue is stepping up, [...]

8 Top Foods to Eat for Gorgeous Healthy Hair

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Of course you care how your hair looks. Who doesn’t? Ever since humans emerged from caves, we’ve used our hair to broadcast two messages: “I’m healthy and powerful,” and “Hello, honey, how about it?” Some politicians get elected just because of their healthy hair. What you feed your body also feeds each of the 150,000 [...]

Do You Know What Is Really In Your Makeup?

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Recently the news has been a buzz on the dangerous chemicals found in common makeup products. Some products banned in Europe for their poisonous ingredients are still available and commonly bought in the United States! Why are big makeup companies allowed to add chemicals to their products that can hurt you? So what ingredients should [...]

Fabulous Hairstyles in 15 Minutes or Less

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For a sexy, sideswept look, work a texturizer through dry hair with a boar bristle brush. Spray a little hairspray onto a vent brush and tease hair at the crown for a little extra height. Then grab that section and sweep loosely back to the side, fastening with a flower pin accessory. Mist entire head [...]

Sunscreen: New Rules to Play By

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Summer’s on the horizon. It’s time to ask yourself, “Should I splurge on the SPF 100 to get extra protection? And, how much extra protection am I really getting?” Our experts agree: sunscreen labels can be confusing and at times misleading. But soon new rules will be in place to help you understand exactly what [...]

Lauren’s Favorite Hairstyle & Makeup Trends for Spring 2012

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1. 60′s Inspired Eyes – I love the look of long, lush lashes so the gorgeous cat eye look is amazing! Think lots of black eyeliner and mascara to make your peepers pop. 2. Blunt Bangs – I’m always jealous of the women that can pull off bangs like these. It just looks so chic [...]

DIY Gel Polish at Home!

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Recently, I saw in a magazine a product that allows you to use gel polish on your nails and do it yourself! I’ve gotten gel polish done on my nails at salons a few times and I love how it looks and how long it lasts. I just had to try it! I grabbed my [...]

Top Trends For Spring 2012

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That’s right: Spring 2012 is right around the corner. Here are some of the top trends that are coming to you as the weather starts getting nicer. Top Animal Print: Birds Bird, bird, bird is the word. This year’s trend is all about birds if you’re thinking of wearing an animal on your sweater. It [...]

Understanding Your Skin and Diet

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Your skin is an organ, just like your heart or your liver. It regulates body temperature and it’s the body’s sensor, registering pressure, temperature and pain. It’s the barrier against the elements and a shield against bacteria, viruses and other external threats to your health. As you may have noticed your skin is also the [...]