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Style & Beauty > Makeup Basic makeup tips for beginners: 3 of 19
Are you frustrated because no matter how carefully you apply your make-up, your skin doesn't look like Scarlet Johanssen's or Nicole Kidman's? The truth is, if you could see your favourite movie stars or models made up for a photo shoot, you'd be shocked at how obvious their make-up was. Their makeup has to be exaggerated bec... More..
Style & Beauty > Style & Beauty (Other) Why do people stop caring about their appearance?: 10 of 41
One of the key reasons why people stop caring about their appearance is depression. Most people can relate to this in a small way - if you are sick (say, you have the flu), you don't feel like doing your hair or fixing your make-up, and slouch around in your PJ's all day instead of getting dressed. Serious depression has the ... More..
Style & Beauty > Jewelry When a diamond isn't forever: What to do with a wedding ring after a divorce: 5 of 20
It seems such a shame to consign a valuable diamond to the back of your jewellery box forever. But that's what generally happens when a marriage breaks up. If you're the wearer, it doesn't seem right to wear it. If it's been handed back to you, it doesn't seem right to hand it on to the next love in your life. If you have chi... More..
Style & Beauty > Fashion Trends & Styles Sharp dressed man: Fashion tips for men trying to impress women: 3 of 10
You can tell that, unlike women, men never check out their own back view. If you did, you'd realise those baggy jeans make you look as if you have short, stumpy legs and a sad, saggy ass. What woman is going to find that attractive?At the other extreme are skinny (what I would call drainpipe) jeans. Unfortunately the only men... More..
Style & Beauty > Face Care What to do for oily skin: 2 of 6
There is one important thing to bear in mind when the grease on your face is driving you to despair: because your skin is so well lubricated, you will still be gloriously wrinkle-free when your dry-skinned friends are starting to crinkle around the eyes and grow furrows between their brows. So you DO have something positive t... More..
Style & Beauty > Style & Beauty (Other) To be a beautiful old woman: Tips for aging gracefully: 10 of 18
I'm not sure that aging gracefully is a good goal to have. Personally, I plan to age DISgracefully! I also don't believe there's any way I, or any other woman, can truly expect to be a beautiful old woman. One of the realities of aging is that one's looks fade. What we can do is look after our health and our happiness, so tha... More..
Style & Beauty > Perfumes & Fragrances Moving day: How to choose a perfume that will help you stay fresh on this stressful day: 30 of 44
When you're moving house, choosing a perfume is the last thing on your mind. Your morning routine consists of ducking under the shower, catching your hair up in a clip and throwing on some old clothes. Who needs perfume when you're about to get dirty, cleaning and packing boxes?Well, actually, you do. But I'm not talking perf... More..
Style & Beauty > Clothing Sizes & Fit A petite girl's guide to flattering fashion looks: 10 of 14
Let's be honest, you may call me "petite", but really I'm just SHORT. It would be wonderful if all of us "petite" ladies were in proportion, we wouldn't find it so difficult to find flattering looks!The reality is that many of us have normal bodies but disproportionately short legs. My husband always says I'd have a killer bo... More..
Style & Beauty > Face Care Are salon facials worth the money?: 8 of 10
These days, when there are so many face creams, masks and treatments available in department stores and supermarkets, is it really worth paying the price for a salon facial? The answer is a resounding yes, IF you pick the right salon and the right treatment.The right salon won't just have lotions and potions - they will have ... More..
Style & Beauty > Shoes How to remove odors from shoes: 5 of 5
The best way to deal with odor in shoes is to prevent it building up in the first place. I recently discovered a miraculous solution: when you take your shoes off, wipe them out with a damp (not wet) soapy cloth. Or you can use a towelette which is impregnated with a cleaner of some kind - face cleansing wipes, Wet Ones etc. ... More..