Heidi Klum Goes For a Rocker Look (and Sings, Too)


Updated 05/24/12 9:36 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Beauty News For May 24, 2012

Heidi Klum goes for a grungy rocker look in this risqué video — Styleite How to get pink ombré on dark hair — HuffPost Style Why this editor can't do without her hair removal creams — Stylelist Men want pricing equality when it comes to spa services — The Cut Switch up your Winter skin care favorites for Summer-ready formulas — The Fashion Spot 10 star-inspired hairstyles that are Read more

5 Steps to Your Best Blowout Ever


Updated 05/24/12 6:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Do a Blowout at Home

We're happy to present this story from our friends at Allure: It's not every day you get a lesson in blowouts from Alli Webb, founder of the Drybar blowout bars. Rule number one: If you've gotten your blowouts down to 10 minutes, you're doing something wrong. (Sorry!) Webb gave me the rundown on the other most common styling mistakes — and how to get the ultimate results. Get her advice when Read more

What's Your Sign, Beautiful? Gemini (May 21 to June 20)


Updated 05/21/12 3:35 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Gemini Beauty Products

Gemini isn't just one of the funnest roller coasters ever (Cedar Point for the win), but it also happens to be the third sign of the zodiac. Personality-wise, Geminis are known for their sharp wit and curious natures. And seeing that they're the sign of the twins, Geminis are therefore known for being dual-natured and complex. Think versatility and the ability to change direction to adapt to a Read more

What Can You Buy With One Day's Worth of Salary?


Updated 05/21/12 11:24 AM · Posted by · 3 comments

What Can You Buy With One Day's Worth of Salary?

Do you ever think about how much you make each day and how much that really buys? This post from Beauty and the Budget really got me thinking. What can you buy with one day's worth of your salary? Right now, I make about $76 a day, before taxes, which really isn't much. That means that on Monday, when I made an after-work Rite-Aid makeup run, I practically worked an entire day for a tiny tube Read more

5 Solutions to Beginner Bike Commuting Problems


Updated 05/18/12 9:45 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Start a Bike Commute

That fact that it's National Bike Month and the warmer Spring days may mean you have cycling on the brain. Whether you're participating in your city's Bike to Work program or you're starting a commuting routine, here are some solutions to your newbie concerns. I don't know my route: Finding a bike-friendly route is especially crucial if you're a cycling newbie, so before your actual commute, Read more

Gym Bag Essential: Skinnyskinny Dry Shampoo


Updated 03/18/11 4:02 PM · Posted by · 6 comments

Use Dry Shampoo After Workouts to Prevent Drying Out Your Hair

I've got wavy, long, and thick wild tresses, which, needless to say, isn't the easiest to manage post-workout. I try my best to skip washing my hair every day to prevent damage, but I love the feeling of squeaky clean hair. Even when I attempt to just rinse my hair with water, I may throw in a bit of conditioner to make my hair smell like a bouquet of fresh flowers. For those of you like me who Read more

Tabatha Coffey: How to Get the Most Out of Your Shampoo and Conditioner


Updated 02/22/11 10:20 AM · Posted by · 6 comments

Tabatha Coffey Shares Her Top Shampoo and Conditioner Tips

Editor's note: The following post is written by celebrity stylist, reality TV star, and author Tabatha Coffey. Do you know how to shampoo and condition? You may think you do, but the fact is that most people don't really know how and are using the wrong products for their hair type. As trivial as it they may seem, properly shampooing and conditioning your hair are actually the most important Read more

What's Your Take on Sulfate-Free Shampoos?


Updated 06/06/11 1:39 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 30 comments

The Pros and Cons of Sulfates in Shampoos

Sulfates (aka sodium laureth sulfate and ammonium laureth sulfate), which are the agents that make our cosmetics lather and suds, are often looked down upon for their tendencies to dry out hair and strip color. Because of that, an increasing number of brands are joining in on the sulfate-free wagon, like L'Oréal Paris. On the flip side, others complain that they just don't get the lather or Read more

Beauty Must Reads From the BellaSugar Community


Updated 05/12/12 2:17 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

BellaSugar Community's Must Reads May 11, 2012

Pump up the volume with this beehive bouffant how-to — Beauty Starlet A Mother's Day gift guide inspired by movie moms — Blaq Vixen Beauty Revamp your bangs with a quick angel-wing braid — Forever Yours Beauty Low on products? Whip up this DIY shampoo — Beautiful Basics A mean green manicure inspired by the Hulk — Bethy's Beauty Spot Read more