Your Ultimate Wedding Day Beauty Checklist


Updated 05/19/12 2:40 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 5 comments

Bridal Beauty Checklist For Weddings

Your wedding is a huge milestone in your life, and preparing for it can turn from exciting to stressful with the snap of a finger. No need to get too frazzled, though. Prioritize your various beauty appointments with our handy bridal beauty checklist. It includes everything you need to help make your big day even brighter, complete with a timeline and a few modern twists. Let the countdown Read more

The Best Self-Tanners For Your Face


Updated 05/17/12 4:42 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

The Best Self-Tanners For Your Face

Delicate areas such as your face should be shielded from the sun, but during warmer weather, it deserves to look sun-kissed, too! That's where sunless tanners come in. They're the safest form of a tan possible, and there are plenty of quality options made especially for the face. Our top picks include a cream, a towelette, and a tanning spray — all of which leave you looking naturally bronzed. Read more

How to Create Charlize Theron's Braided Updo


Updated 05/20/12 2:27 PM · Posted by · 6 comments

Charlize Theron's Braided Updo Hair Tutorial

Looking for a new take on a classic style? Let Charlize Theron's elegant braided bun be your inspiration — and let her personal hairstylist, Enzo Angileri, show you how to re-create the look with step-by-step guidance. Equal parts chic sophisticate and bohemian beauty, this updo looks just as good with jeans and a tee as it does on the red carpet. Watch now and see how to get the look! Read more

Make Your Hair Color Last Longer With Easy At-Home Tips


Updated 05/13/12 6:00 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 8 comments

How to Maintain Hair Color  at Home

If you drop a pretty penny coloring your hair, then you definitely want it to look beautiful and vibrant for as long as possible. But since so many factors can easily make hair color fade, turn brassy, or change color completely, it's best to know what you can do to counteract those situations. That's why we turned to celebrity hair colorist George Papanikolas to find out his pro tips to maintain Read more

Three Acne Spot Treatments That Really Work


Updated 05/12/12 10:39 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 15 comments

Drugstore Acne Treatment Product Reviews

No one likes getting pimples — especially the ones that seem to sprout up overnight and last for months. Luckily, there are tons of treatments that help put a stop to acne breakouts without emptying your wallet. That's why we chose these three miracle-workers that break pimples down within 24 hours to give you flawless skin once again. And the best part is, you can get each one of them at your Read more

What to Pack in the Perfect Gym Bag


Updated 05/10/12 11:35 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 2 comments

Gym Bag Beauty Essentials

At the gym, your first focus is on fitness, not your appearance. So instead of primping, focus on preventing future issues like breakouts or bad B.O. Pack your gym bag with these essentials — along with hair ties that won't leave creases — and everything should work out quite nicely. Read more

Learn How to Do a Dutch Braid


Updated 05/10/12 3:57 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

How to Do a Dutch Braid

Dutch braids (aka inverted French braids) are a fun take on your typical braided look. Wear the bohemian-style plaits to any casual outing, or try them at formal events to achieve a more dressed up feel. Want to go Dutch? Learn how to plait prettily now. Read more

Does CHI's Touch Screen Hair Dryer Really Dry Better? We Found Out


Updated 05/10/12 9:28 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

CHI Touch Screen Hair Dryer Review

CHI recently released a new hair dryer that requires no buttons to function. Instead, it has a touch screen that allows you to regulate the power, heat, and ions based on your hair type. Is it too good to be true? We put the CHI to the test against a dryer of similar strength to see if it delivers better results — and if it's truly worth the beauty investment. Disclosure: a sample of the CHI Read more