I think we can all agree — WINTER. IS. HERE. Which means you’ve probably begun the skincare battle that is combatting dry, itchy, flaky winter skin. Nowhere is this struggle more apparent than on your face (Is it just us or do those fine lines look a whole lot more obvious come winter?). Luckily, we’ve found six facial moisturizers that deliver […]
New in Town is an ongoing bulletin on new businesses in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. To be considered for future listings, email anna@makeitbetter.net. Eats Bellemore Located in the West Loop, Bellemore is the latest restaurant from Boka Group and former Bohemian House chef Jimmy Papadopoulos, who’s crafted a menu of French classics with an […]
If everyone’s hair responded to the same products, the beauty world would be a much easier place. But that’s not the case. Instead, we have to try product after product, brand after brand, searching for “the one” that will treat our locks right. Family practice physician Dr. Ena Hennegan experienced the frustrations of finding a product […]
When most people think of breast enhancement, they often think of breast augmentation, but breast reduction and breast-lift surgery are also surgical procedures that enhance the shape of a breast. Whether a breast is being reduced or enlarged, the ultimate goal is to make the resultant breast proportionate to surrounding body features. Clothing will be […]
A common misconception when it comes to skin care is that keeping skin looking healthy and fresh is a complicated process. The reality is that skin care can easily be incorporated into your routine. All you have to do is make your skin health a priority and partner with a trusted expert in the field […]
It’s no secret that people today are busier than ever. Work, school and family obligations often leave little time for anything else, and hair and beauty may be the last things you feel like devoting your precious extra time and money to (A better idea: Donate to the American Red Cross to help the victims of […]
Do you work out and eat right, but struggle to lose those stubborn areas of fat that seem impossible to get rid of? SculpSure, a breakthrough in light-based contouring, is designed to reduce fat in problem areas such as the abdomen, love handles, and thighs in just 25 minutes — without surgery or downtime. SculpSure […]
The start of a new season can take a little getting used to — especially a transition that has us stashing the sandals and sunscreen and breaking out the layers, leaf bags, and baking spices all within just a few weeks. With all of the back-to-school activities, social gatherings, and holiday planning to come, there’s […]
We only get one body, and one chance to treat it well. And if we wish to leave our planet for future generations, then we must be kind to our world in every possible way. If you aren’t sure what to do, just start small — like choosing natural and organic makeup and beauty products that […]
The key to killer confidence — the kind that lights up an entire room — is great skin. And while the market is saturated with products that promise to deliver just that, many fall flat. Enter the revolutionary HydraFacial treatment, available at high-end MedSpas, which improves skin health by removing dead cells, thickening collagen and […]
