Cosmetics have been used for at least 6,000 years to cover up blemishes, enhance beauty and as an extension of the personality. Some evidence even suggests that natural pigments may have been used as makeup over 100,000 years ago. Ancient Times to Renaissance In Ancient Egypt people used balms made

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Spending time outdoors, especially if you are active, can be part of a healthy lifestyle. But if you are outside when the sun is out, you need to protect your skin, and that also means the skin on the top of your head. Too much exposure to the sun, without adequate protection may increase your risk

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Sometimes we want to dry our hair as quickly as possible and get on to the next thing. But after washing your hair, it’s time to exercise patience; wet hair is vulnerable to damage. Here’s how to best care for your hair when it’s wet. Towels Most women have used towels for drying their hair,

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The process seems simple enough – use a blow dryer to take your hair from wet to dry – but these blow drying tips will keep your hair healthier and looking its best. Preparing your hair A good blow dry starts with a good wash and conditioning. Dry or damaged hair needs all-over conditioning, while

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Most women give more thought to their shampoo than to that most humble and underestimated styling tool, the hairbrush. But this basic piece of equipment can make a big difference – for good or bad – in the way your hair looks and feels. Let’s examine some of the most common types of hairbrushes

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If you had the chance to learn the secrets to smooth skin, luscious lips and elegant eyes, would you jump on the opportunity? Here are a few professional makeup tips to help you feel beautiful on your next big night out. Prep Your Skin Cleanse and moisturize your face with oil-free products before

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Your hair helps protect you from UV radiation. Though in the process you may get some beautiful natural highlights, your strands are susceptible to sun damage. Just like your skin needs protection from the sun, your hair is also vulnerable to UV rays. Below, we outline some tips for protecting your hair

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Hot hair care tools are certainly an asset when it comes to taming unruly locks and achieving the ultimate style. Though these tools can definitely help you get the look you want, too much heat can cause damage to your strands. Below, we’ll discuss how heat impacts the health of your hair and what

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Did you know that one of the most common causes of hair damage is from coloring treatments? Over-processing hair or applying color incorrectly can cause serious damage that impacts not only the look of your locks but the health of your strands and scalp. Ways to Protect Your Hair from Coloring Treatments With

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The cold winter air can zap the moisture from your strands and leave your hair feeling dry and unhealthy. Here are five tips you can use to protect your hair from cold damage this winter: 1. Wear a hat to protect your hair from cold temperatures. Wearing a hat or beanie while you are outside is a great

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Sometimes we wake up looking and feeling like a million bucks, other mornings we wake up and the appearance of our tresses tell us that this is not going to be our best hair day. With these three easy fixes for those types of mornings, every day can be a good hair day. The Topknot Simultaneously professional,

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If you wear a hat regularly, then you know what a tough spot it puts you in sometimes — keep the hat on all day, or take it off and risk showing your hat hair to the world. Fortunately, those are not your only options. Here are a few tips to keep you from getting hat hair in the first place and fixing

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Thinning hair can be a real drain on your confidence. Most often, genetics is the culprit behind hair loss. However, that doesn’t mean you need to give up once your hair starts to thin. With the right hair products or style, you can give your fine or thinning hair a little boost. Fine or Thinning

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If you have ever had a cowlick, you know how frustrating they can be. No matter how hard you try, this annoying strand of hair will continue growing in a direction opposite to what the surrounding hair is doing. Cowlicks are often found on the crown of the head, but they can — and do — show up anywhere.

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