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8 Hot winter makeup trends

Julie Kraut — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 12:30:00 -0700

The weather might already be cold, but the makeup trends are just warming up. We culled all that’s hot in winter makeup trends and picked our favorite eight to share.

Runway report: 5 Winter fashion musts

Julie Kraut — Sat, 30 Oct 2010 14:29:00 -0700

If the cold weather blues have you down, we have just the thing to shake them — winter’s hottest fashion trends.

7 Simple ways to fake a good night's sleep

Julie Kraut — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 12:56:00 -0700

Sleep. When you don’t get it, you don’t get it. A groggy, lethargic day following a restless night is brutal, and those compelled to announce that you look tired only make it worse. So, here are seven easy tips to help you appear a little better rested than you are and avoid those schmoes who think that asking about your under-eye bags is a great conversation starter.

How to find the perfect babysitter

Julie Kraut — Sat, 29 Jan 2011 10:05:00 -0800

You want your special night out sans kiddies to be romantic, fun, and above all relaxing. There’s no way you’re going to be able to relax if you have any doubts about the person taking care of your children though! Follow these steps to find the perfect sitter for your little ones so you can have the perfect night without them.

Help your man smell better

Julie Kraut — Fri, 28 May 2010 01:43:00 -0700

Sure, you love many things about your guy: His kind heart. His sense of humor. His ability to shake his head and smile when you fly into a PMS rage. But if his smell isn’t on the list, we have a few tips for fixing that. After all, your guy should smell as sweet as he acts. Below are five suggestions on how to tackle a stinky issue delicately, without an awkward conversation involving the words “You stink.” These are all quick, small purchases you can give as gifts to him -- and to yourself.

How to convince your man he needs to wax

Julie Kraut — Sun, 04 Apr 2010 10:20:00 -0700

Hairiness is part of being a man -- we get that. But sometimes men can be, well, too darn manly. In some cases, a little less hair can make a man a whole lot easier to love. And we really just mean a little less, not hairless. A touch of wax in some key places can make a world of difference. Most men won’t jump at the opportunity to go through a painful beauty regimen to solve a problem they didn’t even know they had, though. Here are a few strategies for convincing your guy that a tiny bit of hair removal pain would lead to a whole lot of gain on his part.

Best proven beauty products for summer

Julie Kraut — Wed, 19 May 2010 22:46:00 -0700

Warm weather is finally here! While many people swap out their closets when the seasons change, far fewer swap out their medicine cabinets. Summertime brings far different beauty needs than the colder months, so you probably should take the time to assess your product collection and make some swaps and additions. Here are a few of our summer season faves.

DIY at-home beauty tips to save you time and money

Julie Kraut — Wed, 19 May 2010 22:39:00 -0700

When it’s summertime, there are plenty of ways to spend your time and money: traveling to the beach, shopping for new sunglasses, chasing after the ice cream truck, and so forth. What you don’t want to be wasting time and money on is pricey beauty regimes. So, here are a few beauty secrets you can do at home that will cut down on your salon time and amp up the sunshine in your life.

Experts speak: Easiest ways to organize a home office

Julie Kraut — Wed, 19 May 2010 15:48:00 -0700

Your home office likely isn’t the first place in your house you think of when it comes to a room makeover. But as the place where you pay bills, use the computer and schedule most of your family’s activities, it’s probably a major hub of your home. Showing your office a little TLC with an organization makeover can simplify your life and help your entire household run more smoothly.

10 Favorite organizers & calendars for moms

Julie Kraut — Sat, 19 May 2012 14:00:00 -0700

The title of "Mommy" brings many wonderful things into your life -- love, hugs and cute little smiles. What it doesn’t bring is extra time and space. And really, moms are the people who need those two things most. With that in mind, SheKnows found 10 low-cost organization items especially for moms that will help maximize time and space.

5 Women share how they met their loves

Julie Kraut — Tue, 06 Apr 2010 01:31:00 -0700

The cute meeting, the miscommunication that leads to confusion and possibly anger, the big reveal and finally the kiss: Thanks to a few too many romantic comedies, this series of events is what “love story” has come to mean. But love stories exist outside of screenplays, too. Every couple has their own love story -- how they met and when they fell in love. SheKnows.com talked to five in-love ladies to get their real-life love stories. Each one is just as romantic as anything we’ve seen on the big screen, and you don’t have to buy a ticket to hear about them.

5 Guys to avoid on your next date

Julie Kraut — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 10:01:00 -0700

Dating involves a series of stressful questions. Who will pay? What should I do if he doesn't look like his profile picture? When can I get in touch post-date? Most dating questions don't have definitive answers, either, but if your question is, "Should I go out with him again?" here are some clues that can take the guesswork out of your answer. If the guy fits into any of the below categories, just say no. Trust us.

10 Weird period myths

Julie Kraut — Sat, 13 Mar 2010 02:01:00 -0800

Periods are to old wives' tales what Pop Rocks are to urban myths. For whatever reason, hundreds of myths and fallacies about periods circulate continuously. And with credible sources like your grandma and Judy Blume pushing some of this mythology, knowing what’s true and what’s not is difficult. Here are 10 of the most common period myths, along with their debunking.

4 Most annoying things that get blamed on PMS

Julie Kraut — Sat, 13 Mar 2010 01:57:00 -0800

PMS is real. We’re not denying that. But sometimes, just about anything we women do elicits the patronizing, "Well, do you think it’s just PMS, hun?" Some people are just too quick to write off too much to PMS, and that’s plain annoying. Here are some of the behaviors that most frequently draw the irritating PMS question.

Do you have a food allergy?

Julie Kraut — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 09:46:00 -0800

Food allergies affect up to 4 percent of adults and up to 8 percent of children under the age of 3, according to the US Department of Health and Human Services. A nasty reaction to something you ate could be a food allergy or intolerance. Knowing the difference is important.

6 Dairy-free drinks to try

Julie Kraut — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 09:36:00 -0800

Dairy-free doesn't have to be dreary! Be it for food intolerance reasons, general health or moral inclinations, going dairy-free is a trend that is sweeping the foodie world. And while tons of foods are appropriate for a dairy-free diet, sometimes finding a frothy drink can take some extra effort. Here are seven fun beverages that will fulfill any dairy-like cravings -- without using any dairy products.

Valentine's ideas for families

Julie Kraut — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 10:29:00 -0800

Valentine's Day is a day for showing your loved ones how much you care. With fancy dinners for two, bouquets of roses and the influx of jewelry commercials, the focus on February 14th seems to be on the romantic kind of love. But family love is just as - if not more - important and deserves to be celebrated too. Here are some ideas to share the love with your family this Valentine's Day.

10 Casual Valentine's Day date ideas

Julie Kraut — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 10:25:00 -0800

Flowers. Chocolates. Planning. Expensive. Conversation hearts. These are the words most associate with Valentine's Day. But maybe this year, that's not what you're thinking for Valentine's Day. You might be in a new relationship and grand gestures could be overkill on a third date. Maybe the recession is making big time spending impossible. Or you're just in a casual state of mind. Whatever the reason, it's fine to go a little counter-culture and keep it low-key this V-Day. Here are some ideas that aren't over-the-top romantic, but are still fun ways to spend time with your honey this Valentine's Day.

Super Bowl trivia game

Julie Kraut — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 20:21:00 -0800

Looking for a fun way to kickoff your Super Bowl party? Print this Super Bowl trivia game, split into teams, nominate your captains and start playing! See which team can answer the most questions correctly and give the losing team clean up duty. This Super Bowl party game is just right to help you get your Super Bowl party started!

Super Bowl party game: Super Bowl word scramble

Julie Kraut — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 20:18:00 -0800

Looking for something fun to kick off your Super Bowl party? Print this Super Bowl football word scramble, pass it out and see which Super Bowl party guest can correctly unscramble each football term first!