No, You're Not Imagining Things. You Really Are Getting More Acne


Updated 03/24/12 9:30 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

No, You're Not Imagining Things. You Really Are Getting More Acne

Good news and bad news from this year's just-concluded American Academy of Dermatology conference. First, the bitter reality: if it seems like you break out more as an adult than you did as a teen, you're probably right. As dermatologist Dr. Bethanee Jean Schlosser revealed at the conference, adult-onset acne is on the rise among grown women. A 2011 clinical study found that 45 percent of women Read more

4 Softening Scrubs That Will Save Your Skin


Updated 02/15/12 11:36 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 0 comments

4 Softening Scrubs That Will Save Your Skin

While facial exfoliating is quite common, body scrubbing is often overlooked. During the cold weather months, however, scrubs can be a girl's best friend, working to remove flakes and salvaging dry, parched skin. They also moisturize and condition the body for a glistening, beach-ready body when it's a lot hotter outside. Here are four we love to slather on — one is even safe to apply Read more

Why You'll Find Plenty to Love in Facial Oils


Updated 02/15/12 11:35 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 0 comments

Why You'll Find Plenty to Love in Facial Oils

Oils get a bad rap when it comes to putting them on the face, but really, there's nothing to be afraid of. In fact, embracing facial oils will lead to supple, dewy skin that stays hydrated throughout the day — which is perfect for dry Winter weather. For those still a little leery of the oil-to-face movement, here's an explanation of why you'll love them (plus, check out three to Read more

5 Easy-to-Make Mistakes That Can Ruin Your Skin


Updated 01/28/12 9:30 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

5 Easy-to-Make Mistakes That Can Ruin Your Skin

It's an almost-universal experience: your complexion has been fine for a while, and then one day, almost out of nowhere, you're in breakout city and your skin looks worn out and defeated overnight. You're cleansing and using a daily regimen, so what could be wrong? Well, if it's not stress or hormones, it could very easily be one of several smaller, less obvious culprits. See a list of the usual Read more

How to Stop Dry Skin in Its Tracks


Updated 02/16/12 7:26 AM · Posted by BellaTV · 0 comments

How to Stop Dry Skin in Its Tracks

BellaTV: Winter skin issues like chapped lips and a raw, red nose don't have to get you down. Find out how to quickly solve both problems — fast! — and how to keep bad weather from causing complexion woes in the first place. Read more

10 Ways to Solve Winter Beauty Problems


Updated 02/16/12 7:26 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 0 comments

10 Ways to Solve Winter Beauty Problems

Winter can wreak havoc on your skin and hair, so we asked celebrity hair and makeup artist Desirae Cherman to share her secrets for battling the cold. Find out whether lipstick or lip gloss will help chapped lips and what kind of shampoo is best for frizzy, static-prone hair. With these 10 tips, you'll be able to keep your hair and skin fresh, glowing, and hydrated in the cold. Source: 10 Ways to Read more

Why Exfoliating Before Cleansing Might Work For You


Updated 01/04/12 9:00 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Why Exfoliating Before Cleansing Might Work For You

Most skin care lines will have you cleansing first, exfoliating second, and then moisturizing and sunblocking to top things off. But celebrity dermatologist Dr. Harold Lancer, creator of the unique, step-reversing Skin Revival system, says that exfoliating at the beginning might get you better results. "If you are thinking about the top layer of the skin, with all the pollution and debris, if Read more

5 Simple Ways to Look Even Better in 2012


Updated 01/03/12 9:30 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

5 Simple Ways to Look Even Better in 2012

Making New Year's resolutions is one thing, but making changes that take little effort but have a huge beauty payoff? Now that's something to celebrate. Whether you're looking to banish bikini-line bumps for good, to have stronger nails, or to get that glowing complexion, these straight-from-the-experts tips will give you guidance. Read more to get started. Read more

4 Skin Care Ingredients to Try (and What to Avoid)


Updated 12/29/11 10:55 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

4 Skin Care Ingredients to Try (and What to Avoid)

Every year it seems like there's some beauty ingredient that promises a perfect complexion. When it comes down to it, however, which product components are actually good, and which ones should we be avoiding? "The majority of over-the-counter products are all pretty safe," explains celebrity dermatologist Dr. Harold Lancer. "It's just a matter of how they are used. If a product is misused, that's Read more

5 Natural Secret Ingredients For Great Skin


Updated 12/20/11 8:43 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

5 Natural Secret Ingredients For Great Skin

There are a ton of creams, serums, and cleansers out there designed to help your complexion, but some of the most potent (yet gentle) ingredients might be in your fridge right now. See some of the best skin care you never knew you already had after the jump. Read more