Tip of the Day ArchiveJune 7, 2010 Pluck lessNothing says "early 1990s" more than pencil-thin eyebrows. Brows grow very slowly, so count to three when tempted to pick up those tweezers, says celebrity makeup artist Tonya Crooks. June 4, 2010 The perfect shaveBattle bikini-line bumps by changing your razor frequently. Not only will your shave be closer, you'll also avoid bacteria buildup on the blade, which could otherwise cause irritation. June 3, 2010 Add some popDye and accessories from your local fabric store are an inexpensive way to add zing to your wardrobe. Make a cardigan sparkle with crystal buttons, or dye a plain white oxford a bright hue. June 2, 2010 Rule of thumbRidges in your nails? Buff each nail gently for five to 10 seconds with a fine-grade emery board. If you feel heat or friction, back off, says Julie Serquinia, owner of The Paint Shop. June 1, 2010 Scalp scoopFor an oily scalp, condition only the lower two-thirds of the hair. Massaging conditioner into the roots could make your scalp oilier, says Tom Brophy of Tom Brophy Hair. May 31, 2010 Back from blackTo brighten up an all-black ensemble or update your jeans, pass a bold print scarf or grosgrain ribbon through the belt loops, says designer Lulu Schwarz of Rejeaneration. May 28, 2010 Beautiful colorExtend the life of your hair color by asking your colorist about pigment-containing shampoos and conditioners, says hair guru Tom Brophy. May 27, 2010 MoisturizeHot oil treatments are ideal for adding moisture to coarse hair but will drag down fine or color-treated hair. Instead, choose a deep-conditioning cream enriched with a protein like keratin. May 26, 2010 Making the cutAfter a bad, too-short haircut, resist the urge to head straight to another stylist. Instead, wait three months so the fixer has something to work with. May 25, 2010 Protect your skinMakeup that contains sunscreen is no substitute for the real deal. If you'll be outside for any length of time, prep the skin with a high-potency sunscreen, then apply makeup. May 24, 2010 Thin is not inTo prevent thinning eyebrows caused by aging, try a growth enhancer designed for eyelashes. Just brush it on and expect thicker brows in about six weeks. QuizTrue or False: Washing your hair frequently will make it drier? PollWhat you like the least about summer is: |