Blog Posts by Beyond the Beauty Pages, SELF Magazine

Your smile is often the first thing a person notices about you. Think about it, Taylor Lautner, Julia Roberts, and Jessica Alba all have these enchanting, perfect pearly whites. I wouldn't mind having a chat with them. Austin Powers? Not so much. So how can you make sure your smile stays bright throughout your years? Founder of Supersmile, Dr. Irwin Smigel, gave us a few pointers. "You can look younger and live longer by practicing proper dental care, which provides both aesthetic and health benefits," says Dr. Smigel.

In your 20's: Stains from coffee, food, tobacco and red wine among others, are the most common problem in young patients. These surface stains should be treated before they have the chance to sink in. Dr. Smigel suggests polishing them off immediately with a quick stain remover like Supersmile's Quikee.

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In your 30's: Your gums may start to become more sensitive or even appear to be receding, which is a sign of

While we wouldn't dream of omitting SPF application from our morning routine, sometimes extreme summer temperatures make reapplication a bit harrowing. If the thought of slathering on another layer of sunscreen is more than you can bear, consider this alternative.

While nothing should replace your morning coverage, these top picks offer an additional barrier that won't leave you feeling like you need a shower.

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1. Shred Optics Akroid: These Wayfarer-esque sunnies from Olympic gold medalist Ted Ligety's eyewear line offer 100% UVA/UVB/UVC protection in four punchy shades.

2. SunSafe Stealth Jacket: While most sun protective clothes are about as stylish as a Snuggie, this fitted zip-up offers 50+ UPF (ultraviolet protective factor), and we'd wear it regardless of the skin-saving benefits.

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3. UV SunSense Wristbands: Top dermatologist Dr. David Bank swears by these

Celeb Make Up Artist, Kayleen McAdams, gave us the scoop on everything from being a successful MUA to the stars, to her beauty essentials!

Q: Where did you get your start as a make up artist?
Kayleen: I'm from Canada so I started working in Toronto. It was a lot of commercial work, working on music videos, that sort of thing. I interned at Flare magazine where I learned a lot from all sides of the industry. Then I moved to LA and started assisting on projects. I feel like there is no better way to learn that to actually be assisting on a set.

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Q: You've worked on a lot of celebrities, how do you decide on a look for clients you are working on?
Kayleen: Sometimes people will have an idea of what they want, but mostly it's collaborative. I take into account the outfit, and I really like to talk to the hairdresser and see how they envision it. You want hair and everything to be cohesive so you take all that into account. Generally

By Julie Schott, SELF magazine

Not sure what to pack this weekend? Whether you're traveling or spending the holiday close to home, these summer favorites from the SELF Beauty team have you covered!

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Alex Samuel, Associate Beauty Editor:

1. Avon Skin So Soft Bug Repellent Wipes. "They kept the bugs away this past weekend at an outdoor wedding without smelling like chemicals. Plus, they're wipes, so I didn't have to worry about them getting all over my dress!"

2. Aveeno Continuous Protection Sunblock Spray. "It's the ONLY thing that I can apply every two hours without irritating my skin. I'm super-pale and prone to burns, so I keep it at arms length all day."

Related: 10 rules for healthy, radiant skin all summer long

Runa Bhattacharya, Beauty Assistant:

3. NARS Duo Eyeshadow in Isolde. "It instantly brightens up my eyes, warms up my complexion and I love the way it glimmers when I'm in the sunlight."

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By Pia Bhattacharya, SELF magazine

You love your strappy sandals, peep-toe pumps and comfy wedges in the summertime, but they can really take a toll on your feet. Here are three essentials that will soothe your soles all summer long.

1. Sidewalk Shoe Survival Balm, $18: When I first saw this foot saver I thought it looked like a miniature silver deodorant stick, but it's packed full of skin soothing balm. It's supposed to alleviate irritation from tight straps, shoe-bites and those killer heels you can't help but flaunt while you flinch. Just apply a thin coating to your trouble spots and it'll protect and heal while you walk. And it fits in your purse!

2. Bliss Foot Patrol, $26: I recently had a spa-pedicure and fell in love with a tingly peppermint mask they used on my feet. I had to find something comparable for everyday. This foot cream both exfoliates and moisturizes. It's made with peppermint and aloe for a cool, tingly feeling to keep your feet feeling fresh while you hit the

Everyone loves a natural summer glow. But piling on the wrong shade of bronzer in the wrong places can leave you with a ruddy, muddy complexion instead. Chad Hayduk, Co-Founder of Three Custom Color Specialists shares his Golden Rules for creating the perfect sun-kissed look.

1. Chad's first rule is to know your skin tone. Rosy skin tones look best in cool colors, while gold-toned skin looks best in warm. If you're having trouble deciding between the two, he suggests using this helpful Warm v. Cool Chart as a guide.

2. Application is key. Apply bronzer where sunlight would naturally hit you. Chad suggests using a powder brush to apply bronzer on your forehead, nose and cheeks. Use a sponge or your fingertips if you prefer a creme bronzer and make sure you blend!

3. Balance out the look. Because you show more skin in the summer, Chad says its important not to forget to add a little glow to those areas. He suggests blending a light, bronze shimmer like Three Custom's On Fire Shimmer

While we've seen brooding Twilight Saga star Kristen Stewart in a bevy of different mini-dresses on the red carpet, one thing remains the same: her signature smoky eyes. To find out how to recreate her sultry look, we caught up with Robin Mathews, makeup department head of not just New Moon and Eclipse, but The Runaways too.

1. Apply a brownish metallic taupe eye shadow over the entire lid so there are no hard edges, and blend it out well, stopping just shy of the brow bone.

2. Use dark black eyeliner pencil and apply a generous amount of liner on the top and bottom eye lids. Make sure you go as close to the lash line as possible. With a small smudging brush, smudge the liner on the top and bottom lids.

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3. If you've smudged the liner out too much, reapply a heavier coat along the lash line, and also line the inner rim of your lower lash-line.

4. Dip your smudging brush into a dark reddish brown shadow, and swipe over the black liner and

As if the benefits of healthy eating aren't plentiful enough, Voskos Greek Yogurt has offered one more--beautiful skin! Unlike regular yogurt, Greek is super-thick and creamy, which makes for a truly satisfying skin-saver. Greek Yogurt has five live and active multi-bacterial strains to improve and maintain our gut flora. This means reaching for the Greek stuff not only boosts immune system function, but also nutrient absorption, laying the ground-work for glowing skin! Read on for 5 new ways to eat your Greek yogurt.

Related: Check out these 30 Healthy Snacks and finally satisfy those afternoon hunger pangs!

1. Mix one container of Greek yogurt with a tablespoon of honey for a delicious, healthy snack.

2. Substitute Greek yogurt for frosting in your favorite pastry recipes.

3. Cut calories from your egg salad by swapping mayo for Greek yogurt.

4. Boost your hummus by stirring in Greek yogurt.

5. For a yummy dessert top Greek yogurt with fresh fruit, nuts, or graham crackers.

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