Is your beauty regimen safe? Turns out, your basic self-care routine could be more harmful than you think. Here are six common beauty bad habits you’ll want to kick ASAP! Habit: “Dipping” your nails The latest craze in nail care, dip powder manicures sound like a dream because they’re quick-drying, no-chip, and shinier than a […]
Warm weather is here! Along with the sun come some additional concerns for your skin; keep in mind these tips from Red Door Spa wellness experts. The power of an hour. Sunscreen should be applied at least one hour before sun exposure and reapplied throughout the day. Looking for an everyday, lightweight, broad spectrum sunscreen? […]
Autumn’s bold hues have been splashed across our fingernails! We’ve noticed an elemental theme to these shades, which seem to pull the very best colors from nature. Fire For the last several seasons a standout dark shade has captured the attention of the style set, and this year it’s deep red, like Deborah Lippmann’s maroon […]
Topshop finally opened its doors on Michigan Avenue last week, but fabulous fashion isn’t the only thing filling its shelves. The British retailer has also launched a line of beauty products, and Make It Better’s editors took them for a test drive. Lips Lip Polish ($8): Associate Editor Liz Logan swears by this balm in […]
Color, color and more color. From your lips to your nails, this spring’s makeup is all about bright, eye-popping looks. Take a chance and embrace the season’s explosion of vivid hues. Dark purple shadow Vibrant violet is the go-to shade this spring and a refreshing change from typical gray and brown shadows. Estee Lauder Spring […]
Shellac. Calgel. OPI. Minx. In other words: the no-chip manicure. Nail enthusiasts and experts alike have been up in arms or, in this case, hands, about the newest manicure trend to hit the nail salon. We got the skinny on the process, the pros and cons and even how to make it work for […]
We’re all looking for a few ways to nip and tuck financially, so I offer you this suggestion: In between trips to the nail salon, treat yourself to an at-home treatment. But before you break out the polish, consider the pros and cons. Pros: • You don’t have to shave your toes unless you […]
