WE HEART: GNC Vitamin E Ointment

This affordable ointment is the perfect moisturizer to protect your skin from being dry and flaky. Retails at GNC for only $1.99!

Vibrant Eyes

Have you been deprived in the sleep department? Are you starting to get bags or circles around your usually radiant eyes? Although, we can’t help you in the sleep department here is a quick remedy so your eye appearance has to suffer no longer!

For swollen puffy eyes, use cucumber slices. Not only are they cool, they are also packed with silica, which is known to reduce inflammation. Chamomile tea bags can be put over the eyes to reduce dark circles. Remember that dark circles and puffy eyes can also be caused by food intolerances.

Do you have embarrassing foot odor?

Are you tired of using extremely smelly medicated powders and creams to cure your unwanted foot odor? Try this at home remedy that was recommended by Dr. Oz!

Combine one part white wine vinegar to four parts water and soak your feet for 20 to 30 minutes for Athlete's foot. Sprinkle some bicarbonate of soda between your toes and rinse your feet after fifteen minutes. It is as effective as any expensive antifungal powder. You can even put a little bicarbonate of soda in your shoes.

Lemon & Honey Face Mask

Looking for a natural way to lighten, brighten, and tighten the skin on your face? Well this mask is for you! This natural homemade facemask will leave your skin feeling smooth and looking radiant! The honey in the mask is a natural antibacterial & anti-inflammatory. It absorbs impurities from the pores and skin making the skin more radiant. The lemon component within the mask brightens and exfoliates the skin. It is great for acne prone skin or uneven skin tones! Squeeze 1/2 a lemon into a bowl, add 2 tbsp of honey. Mix it with a spoon until it’s a liquid consistency. Apply it all over a clean face avoiding eye area. Try this mask today, and tell us how it works for you! 

WE HEART: Rebecca Minkoff Blazers

We heart Rebecca Minkoff’s Becky Blazer make an outfit POP! This blazer is an investment piece that you can wear with just about anything in your closet. Retails for $329 - $389.

Growing out your Bob and hating it?

We love the bob cut but the growing out process can be dreadful. Here are some great tips for passing the time to your next hairstyle:

·       Try cutting a heavy bang or wearing a deep side part while keeping the hair straight and sleek.

·       Trim ends as every six to eight weeks to help hair growth.

·       Once the hair has reached shoulder length, cut soft, long layers to create nice movement.

Sunburnt… Ouch!

This weather is perfect for tanning but sometimes it is hard to escape the horrible effects...SUNBURN! Here are a few tips to relieve sunburn pain.

·       Take ibuprofen immediately after realizing you've been burned will help reduce pain and redness.

·       Drink ice cold water to keep your bodies temperature down.

·       To decrease the itch, apply hydrocortisone over the area once or twice daily.

·       Wear loose clothing to help skin breathe. Tight fitting clothing will slow down the skins healing process.

WE HEART: MyFitnessPal app

Do you lose weight by counting calories? If so, MyFitnessPal app available on most smart phone devices FREE and makes keeping calorie count fast & simple.

How to Keep Flawless Skin all Year-long

Want flawless skin but none of those cleansers seem to work for you? Try some of these diet changes to see clear result.

·       No White Stuff:  Say goodbye to white breads, pasta, and potatoes. Introduce whole wheat in your diet to see skin improvements.

• Say Yes to Seafood: Fish with lots of essential fatty acids fight off acne. Try salmon or tuna as a meat replacement and kiss those blemishes goodbye.
• Add Olive Oil: We're all afraid of fat, but not getting enough of it can cause the skin to break out. Sprinkle olive oil on salad to help your body absorb Vitamin A, which helps the skin prevent aging.

Never Too Late For That Flat Belly

The summer is almost over, but it is never too late to get that flat belly that you have always wanted!

Did you know there are many foods that actually work to reduce belly fat? Well here are a few listed

below!

1.     Raspberries (as well as strawberries and blueberries) are packed with fiber, which keeps you feeling full longer (and—ahem—more regular). Plus they are packed with vitamin C, which is good for your immune system as well as your skin.

2.  Kale is a natural anti-inflammatory; it helps reduce bloat and it also revs up the metabolism because it is a flavanoid Eat up!

3. Oatmeal maintains blood sugar levels so you don’t crash and binge. Plus it’s full of fiber so it will keep you satiated.

4.  Low-fat yogurt not only has calcium, but it is also a pro-biotic that fights fat storage and prevents bloat. 

5.   Almonds are packed with healthy fats that reduce food cravings while building muscle. Consider almonds the ultimate power snack.

6.  Salmon is full of omega-3 fatty acids, which help bump up your metabolism so your body burns fat faster and more efficiently. 

7. Watermelon is—just as you expected—full of water (about 92% to be exact). It actually helps flush extra water from your system, which in turn reduces puffiness. 

8. Garlic is a magical thing. It helps reduce fat in the liver, it detoxifies and it lessens bloating. To maximize its benefits, take a few fresh slivers of garlic and sandwich them between two thinly sliced apple wedges and smear them with a little honey. Eat this before bed to reap all the benefits.

9.   Avocado is loaded with lots of healthy fats that burn fat while providing your body with energy.  

10. Quinoa is a magical whole grain that is packed with protein (11 grams for just a half cup) and fiber so it keeps you feeling full longer.  

Hopefully these help! Tell us some of your favorite foods or recipes that you use to demolish that unwanted belly fat!

Quick Tattoo Concealing

Whether you are preparing for an interview or getting ready for your big day, concealing a tattoo can be a pain. If this is your dilemma, here is a quick three-step process to temporarily conceal tattoos that many celebrities use.

(1) Dab a heavier concealer (like Lancôme Maquicomplet Concealer, $27.50) that matches your skin tone over your ink as well as an inch around it.

(2) Then rip a makeup sponge in half (the rough edge diffuses any hard lines), and blot to blend everything in.

(3)  Mist on a spray foundation to make the coverage look seamless and give another layer of camouflage.

(4) Dust on a translucent powder with a big powder brush to set things in place.

Suggested by celeb makeup artist Mary Burton.

We Heart: Ambi Skin Discoloration Fade Cream

Do you have an unwanted dark shadow under your armpit from shaving or rubbing of different fabrics? Well, there is finally a solution to your problem. Ambi Skin Discoloration Fade Cream contains hydroquinone, which brightens skin to get rid of that unwanted dark shadow. Retails for only $5.00 in drugstores.

Tricky Lash Tip

Are you trying to transition your makeup from day to night or maybe even trying to just touch up your makeup throughout the day? If you have tried this, you know that mascara can be very tricky to reapply without your lashes getting clumpy or flaky. Here is a quick tip for those tricky lashes!

Use a disposable mascara wand, says Dior makeup artist Ashunta Sheriff. Dip it into an eye-makeup-remover bottle, and comb through your lashes to get rid of any buildup (flakes) that's accumulated and give you a fresh base. Let lashes dry (about 30 seconds), then apply a fresh coat of mascara.

Soft Lip Sacrifice

Do you love lipstick, but struggle with the dryness that can come after? Well here are a few quick tips so you no longer have to sacrifice lip softness for those beautiful lipstick hues you love!

- Apply lip balm  (We suggest Aquaphor Healing Ointment)

 - Blot! – Simply put blotting make lipstick last longer and keep it off your teeth.

- Swipe on Color

When using these tips, try to avoid long wear lipsticks which can be drying, and need to be applied to naked lips.

We Heart: Neutrogena Naturals Multi Vitamin Nourishing Night Cream

After a long day out, your face is screaming for hydration! This moisturizing cream is clinically proven to boost skin's defense against dullness and roughness, leaving it naturally radiant, healthier and younger looking today and in the future. Not to mention it smells yummy! Retails between $11-14 in drugstores.                          

Are Your Lips Chapped, Dry, and Peeling?

Try this at home remedy to get soft, kissable lips!

Add a pinch of brown sugar to 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Mix it well and dab it on your lips. Leave this on your lips, for a minute. Now, gently rub it back and forth with a wet washcloth or your finger. Rinse properly with cold water. Apply a lip balm or a moisturizing cream afterward.