We all want full,  beautiful, youthful looking hair, and that means we just want lots of shine. Why? Because shiny hair simply passes off as healthy hair! Did you know that the smoother the hair cuticle, the more shine it reflects? When a hair cuticle is damaged, light gets absorbed into cracks and crevices, making hair look dull. Therefore, you need to fill in those cracks and use the right techniques to smooth the cuticle. So here are 3 simple steps to help you get the most shine out of your hair! For Straight Hair Step 1: Cleansing Before you get that shine, you need to cleanse your hair...

So many styles to choose from, so little knowledge of what to actually wear. Granted, I always say that it’s best you wear whatever you love and whatever you feel most comfortable in, but we always need a little guidance nevertheless, especially since there’s so much out there! So here’s what designers and celebrities are liking and not liking this fall. In: A Long Coat Because let’s face it, it keeps you warmer than a short jacket! But long coats are great because they look good with anything, and there are tons of styles to choose from. I always like to wear my long...

We’ve all had those days where we roll out of bed and realize our hair is just one big mess. And even if you’ve washed your hair the night before, it still looks blah. So how can you make sure your hair stays perfect all day? Here are 10 tricks to avoid a bad hair day! #1. Baking Soda As strange as it may sound, baking soda is actually a great friend for your hair. While you’re in the shower, sprinkle a dash of baking soda into your palm and mix with your shampoo. Rinse and condition as usual. The baking soda helps remove impurities and build-up so your hair comes out looki...

As we approach 2010, we’re starting to see a lot more futuristic inspired fashions, especially on the runway. Italian designers as well as other world designers are turning to the future to incorporate into their styles. Prada Prada showcased some fantastic futuristic fashions, including this very sleek, metallic coat which would look great with a pair of skinnies or tights, black boots, and low-key makeup. Pull your hair back into a bun, and you’re set to go. And we don’t necessarily recommend you wear exactly what the model is wearing…after all, these are just guide...

Seasons change and so do perfumes. Especially in the fall, we tend to see a lot of new fragrances hit the shelves, and I just love switching mine up every single season. Why? Well I like to keep a smell for one season, and a different one for another. I usually go for light florals in the summer, and dark, spicy ones in the fall and winter. Here are 3 sexy new fragrances that I would like to share with you since they’re all so bold but very intoxicating as well…what do you think? 1. Michael Kors – Very Hollywood This fragrance is all about embracing Hollywood with notes of g...

Why spend a ton of money on products when you can do the same things at home for much less? Here’s one of my favorite recipes for when my skin feels parched, which is usually around this time (when the cold weather starts to kick in!). Here’s What You’ll Need 2 oz/60g ripe avocado flesh 1 oz/25g orange juice 1 tsp/5g pure acacia honey 1 tsp/5g molasses 5 drops chamomile essential oil Start by mixing all the ingredients in a blender. You can also mash them in a bowl if you fish. If you see that the consistency is too thick, add a little  bit of orange juice. Apply to your fa...

Acne can be a tough thing to deal with, especially if you’ve suffered from it for a long time. For a lot of us, there aren’t many products out there that actually help. No matter what you seem to do, those pesky pimples keep coming back, and so in the end, it can get a little expensive to keep up with buying new products or new treatments all the time. Thankfully, there are other ways you can clear up your acne the natural way! Here are 7 ways to ward off acne and pimples for good! #1. Baking Soda Most of us already have baking soda in our own homes, so there’s no need to g...

You’ve undoubtedly seen plaid styles all over the shelves this past summer and you’re more than likely going to see it in the fall as well. But most of us just think of lumberjacks whenever we see plaid and so because of that, it can be hard to incorporate it into our style. Here’s the 411 on how you can wear plaid successfully. Plaid Dress Don’t be afraid to wear something unconventional…it might just work for you! Plaid tunic dresses are very hot right now and you can wear one with a pair of tights or leggings and knee-high boots. Plaid Frilly Top Wear that ...