Fashion + Beauty

Does your mascara pass the cry test?

nospam@example.com () — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 00:02:04 -0800

A good mascara should do three things: lengthen, thicken, and not smudge and smear in if you cry. Well, at least if you're softies like us here at Shine. Studio Beauty Mix at Fred Segal put three new mascara wands to the test, as actress Alexi applied them one by one and sat down to watch a…

10 Ways to Look 5 Years Younger

nospam@example.com () — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 17:36:30 -0800

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Astrology.com Daily BeautyScopes - Wednesday November 25, 2009

nospam@example.com () — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 16:18:38 -0800

Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21)
Today could bring a visit from your inner child! Roll out the welcome mat as you don a fun beaded necklace, dab on some strawberry gloss or give yourself the bubble-gum pink manicure she would love.
Click "Read More" below to see horoscopes for more sun signs!

Black Friday Gone Wrong: The Worst Shopping Nightmares Ever!

nospam@example.com () — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 16:17:58 -0800

Maybe the prospect of Black Friday excites you. Maybe you set your alarm for 3 am the day after Thanksgiving with fervor, barely being able to contain yourself for…

User post: Grey’s Anatomy Star Launches His New Cologne! My Interview with Patrick Dempsey

nospam@example.com () — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 16:16:58 -0800

Avon has been tag teaming with some major…

4 Tips for Applying Makeup with Your Fingers

nospam@example.com () — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 16:12:55 -0800

We tend to eschew makeup brushes in favor of the ten free precision tools attached to our hands. The only trouble is, they don’t come with an instruction manual. Enter Galit Strugano. The Girlactik…

Could You Go a Full Year Without Buying New Clothes?

nospam@example.com () — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 12:54:21 -0800

I know, I know. I’m baffled, too. But a bunch of ladies have committed to 365 days of not shopping—and they want us to join them!

Michelle Obama goes glam for state dinner (with a dress by little-known designer Naeem Khan)

nospam@example.com () — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 02:16:49 -0800

Looking glamorous in an elegant strapless gown by Indian-American designer Naeem Khan, Michelle Obama welcomed Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and his wife…

Creepy News: Average Woman Has 500+ Chemicals on Her Body

nospam@example.com () — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 23:01:11 -0800

I guess I shouldn't be that shocked, but it's still pretty weird to think that on an average day, we've got more than 500 chemicals hanging out on our bodies, according to this research.

Where does it all come from? Think about it. We step out of the shower (likely with some lingering body wash on us) and apply deodorant, body lotion, perfume, moisturizer, makeup and who knows what else. It all adds up pretty quickly. The study found that fragrance alone can add 400 chemicals to your body! (So if you're going to use it, better make it a good one, like one of these.)

5 Secrets to Online Shoe Shopping

nospam@example.com () — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 23:00:53 -0800

Psst. Want a glimpse into the mind of an online shopping addict, with free access to her expert strategies and tried-and-true tactics? Of course you do! Meet Kaboodler triplyksis. She owns 182…