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Sexy fitness: 10 Ways to celebrate Valentine's Day

Anna De Souza — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 04:20:00 -0800

Valentine’s Day can certainly be sweet for romance – and most definitely your sweet tooth – but how about celebrating in a way that’s both sexy and healthy this year? Whether you’re planning on clearing the living room to make space for a sexy tango or you’re venturing out on high-flying fun, here are 10 fit ways to celebrate Valentine's Day!

10 Fitness gadgets you need for the New Year

Anna De Souza — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 15:32:00 -0800

We all make New Year fitness resolutions with great intentions, but it’s tough to keep resolutions fresh, especially if you’re committing to a tougher – or different – fitness regime. So whether your exercise objective is great or small, SheKnows is here to give you the best fitness gadgets that will help you conquer your New Year’s health goals -- no muss, no fuss!

Holiday gift guide for the ultimate fitness chick

Anna De Souza — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 02:30:00 -0800

Black Friday is coming! Are you shopping for the ultimate fitness chick in your life this holiday season? Quit running around in circles! Set her up with all the goodies she won’t treat herself to – from attire to gear to equipment, we're passing the baton over to you to help make her New Year the healthiest yet!

Get dirty: Beauty booty that'll clean up your act

Anna De Souza — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 06:00:00 -0700

It's not entirely counterintuitive to get dirty to get clean, ladies. Yep, it's crazy, but true. But how can mud, dirt, clay and roots beautify skin on a topical level? We'll show you.

Browhaus brow resurrection

Anna De Souza — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 09:40:00 -0700

The average woman's bare minimum makeup routine is slapping on mascara and lip gloss, but my beauty step I absolutely-can't-consider-going-without? Strategically stenciling in my eyebrows. Always in search of a better brow fix, I tried out the Brow Resurrection by Browhaus.

8 Edible beauty products

Anna De Souza — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 14:21:00 -0700

While we don't recommend sitting down for a meal of powders and lotions, the line between a topical fix and internal satiation is getting blurrier as beauty brands begin to create products pure enough for full consumption. From the silly to the serious, here's a list of beauty products that not only feed the surface of your skin but also your belly!

How weight loss hurts your looks

Anna De Souza — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 09:48:00 -0700

Americans are certainly fascinated with extreme weight loss stories.The Biggest Loser is a prime-time hit, we are captivated by human interest stories focusing on 100-pound weight loss triumphs, and with bikini season officially here, we're fixed on dropping those last five pounds. But did you know that losing weight can take a toll on your skin and hair? We spoke to leading dermatologists and plastic surgeons for diet tips and tricks to keep you looking slim, trim and beautiful.

Surprising warning signs your health is in danger

Anna De Souza — Sat, 02 Jul 2011 08:21:00 -0700

We all go through our day dealing with life’s little inconveniences – filling in our brows, switching to a more potent, clinical-strength deodorant or even contemplating slathering retinol on our hands to rid ourselves of age spots due to sun damage. Hey, we may not remember to apply sunscreen there everyday! But when might these little concerns be a sign of a bigger issue concerning our health? Here, six common issues, what they might say about your personal wellness and when it’s time to check in with your doctor.

Airbrush makeup on a budget

Anna De Souza — Sun, 25 Sep 2011 10:00:00 -0700

Tempted by the Temptu airbrush system, but suffering from sticker shock? For years, celebrities have been buffed to perfection with thin layers of foundation applied skillfully through a flick of their makeup artists’ wrist. But what about those of us who can’t afford a $300 system consisting of a bulky air pressure machine, foundation pods and unruly tubing? Here’s our guide to aerosol makeup on a major budget. Best part? Touch-ups really are a flash!

Real women share: How I highlight my best feature

Anna De Souza — Thu, 18 Nov 2010 09:49:00 -0800

How do women really highlight their best features? We took it to the streets to ask real gals, who were shopping and en-route to brunch on a sunny, lazy Saturday, how they accentuate their favorite parts. These women are not shy to show off their derriere and décolleté and have found ways to maximize their assets with small style and beauty tweaks. Read on for inspiration and motivation from women just like you!

Surprising ways to highlight your best features

Anna De Souza — Mon, 15 Nov 2010 20:22:00 -0800

Ever see a gorgeous woman walking down the street in a scoop top dress, collarbones glistening? Highlighting your cheekbones, brow bones and even your sexy curves are mainstays in our daily routines, but what about those mysterious parts of your body that exudes fierce femininity?

Here’s your guide to accentuating the best YOU with trendy finds and timeless tips!

7 Ways to use ChapStick

Anna De Souza — Tue, 09 Nov 2010 13:27:00 -0800

Obsessed with ChapStick like we are? We’re not the only ones – Google “ChapStick addiction” to find scores of others who can’t go without this pop culture lip conditioner. But other than slathering it on your lips, and the same ol’ rubbing it onto your cuticles, what are some other more interesting ways to use ChapStick? We spoke to make-up artists and crafty gals for this compendium of never-before-published ideas!

Slim down your cosmetic bag with makeup pencils

Anna De Souza — Fri, 05 Nov 2010 11:54:00 -0700

Hey, you know we're guilty of carrying full-sized foundation bottles, compacts, lipsticks and brushes for application in a bulging, disaster-is-imminent, cosmetic tote. But why? Check out our picks for slimming down your beauty product pouch. You're welcome! Your shoulder will be thanking you…

Stay matte without cakey powders

Anna De Souza — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 05:00:00 -0700

You know the summer makeup drill: It’s scorching, your makeup is sliding off, and you're running to the ladies’ room to layer on more mattifying powder. It’s a temporary fix, and you eventually find your face caking and flaking. You look like you’ve aged 10 years, and you’re shiny again to boot! Technology, however, has granted us the latest in innovations that solve the shine problem at its root -- and will have you vacationing beachside without that makeup bag full of fleeting fixes.