Ingredients Dictionary: Salicylic Acid

December 8, 2008

Salicylic acid is also referred to as Beta Hydroxy Acid (BHA). There are a variety of AHAs (see Ingredients Dictionary: Alpha Hydroxy Acid), but only one BHA – salicylic acid. It is a multifunctional ingredient that addresses many of the systemic causes of blemishes. For decades dermatologists have been prescribing salicylic acid as an exceedingly [...]

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Total Beauty: Best Eyeliners Under $10

December 7, 2008

Best Eyeliners Under $10 If MAC, Clinique and Lancome are too pricey, you’ll be glad you “settled” for these drugstore gems TotalBeauty.com members share convincing reviews that yes, you can get a reliable eyeliner for less. See which brand won the most praise. See picks No. 18: CoverGirl Outlast Smoothwear All-Day Eyeliner, $6.99 TotalBeauty.com average [...]

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Review: Simple Refreshing Facial Wash Gel

December 6, 2008

Another cheap drugstore find, which has become one of my favourite facial cleansers, is Simple’s Refreshing Facial Wash Gel. Description: Gentle cleansing prepares the way for perfect moisturising and is essential for healthy, radiant skin. Tired skin will look revived as you gently rinse away makeup, dirt and pollution wih our Refreshing Facial Wash Gel.  [...]

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Sunsilk Moisture Therapy Shampoo and Conditioner

December 5, 2008

Today I’m going to talk about one of the best cheap finds I discovered, and how it turned out to be my holy grail of shampoo and conditioner. This is an example of why expensive does not always mean the best. I have really dry and coarse hair. It became a lot worse when I [...]

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Quotable Quote

December 4, 2008

“No one can make you feel inferior without your consent.” ~ Eleanor Roosevelt ~

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