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Poll: What’s the Top Makeup Mistake?

October 19, 2008

Slideshow: Eye Shadow Made Easy

October 19, 2008

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Contributing Beauty Editor Jolene Edgar puts the latest eye offerings—all of which promise goof-proof application—to the test. Here, her five favorites. View the slideshow.

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Slideshow: Five Steps to Wide-Awake Eyes

October 10, 2008

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By Jolene Edgar
From Health magazine

Droopy lids, fine lines, puffy bags—what a nightmare! Wake up tired eyes fast with these simple strategies. View the slideshow.

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The Best Anti-Aging Secrets

September 25, 2008

From Health magazine

We’ve all been there: That moment midappointment when you catch yourself shamelessly staring at your hairdresser, dermatologist, or dentist and thinking, How the heck does she pull it off? What’s the secret to her great hair, pore-free complexion, or flawless teeth?

Well, we decided to go straight to the source and find out, once and for all, how to get that ageless look—naturally. We asked the beauty industry’s most-sought-after stylists, aestheticians, and MDs to divulge their tricks for stopping the clock. If there’s no fountain of youth, their unexpectedly simple advice might be the next best thing. See the full slideshow here.

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The Best Makeup for Summer

July 1, 2008

By Jolene Edgar
From Health magazine

Lose your base
Streamline your routine—and cosmetics case—by trading your usual lotion, base, and sunscreen for a single tube of tinted moisturizer. Pick one rich in SPF and antioxidants, which do damage control, such as Murad Oil-Free Sunblock SPF 15 Sheer Tint ($25). Read More

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Ask Health: Itchy Eyelids

May 15, 2008

From Health magazine

Q: My eyelids are itchy and often flake. What’s causing this? And what can I do about it?

A: You’d be surprised by the number of women who come to me with this type of rash, known as eyelid dermatitis. Just as unexpected is its number one cause: wet nail polish, or, more precisely, a chemical in it called formaldehyde. Once polish dries, the chemical can’t cause a reaction. But if tacky nails touch your lids, this sort of rash can result. Fragrance in skin-care products may also be to blame. And shimmery eye shadows can irritate lids too. Other common culprits are eczema of the eyelids and seborrheic dermatitis, a condition similar to dandruff, which makes the skin on the lids flake.

The best treatment, no matter the cause, is an over-the-counter, 1% hydrocortisone cream used twice a day for up to five days. Taking an antihistamine—Claritin during the day or Benadryl at night—can also help. And, of course, avoid potentially irritating products. If the rash worsens or doesn’t improve over time, see your dermatologist.

Diabetes Drug May Slow Eye Disease

4 Eye Symptoms That Require Immediate Medical Attention

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America’s Healthiest Beauty Buys 2008: Makeup

May 8, 2008

From Health magazine

1. Lip color: Cargo blu_ray Lip Gloss. Televisions aren’t the only thing going high-def these days. This quad of neutral-colored lip glosses contains “diffusers which reflect light, making the lips appear less wrinkly by smoothing and softening lines,” judge Lisa M. Donofrio says. “Plus, the glosses include hyaluronic acid, which draws water to the lips’ surface, resulting in a plumping effect.” ($29)
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