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4 Hair Care Tips for Healthy Hair This Winter

With cold weather comes static, limp strands and split ends. Give your hair some TLC during colder months. Chelsea Callaghan, master colorist at Hopscotch Salon in Greenwich, CT, gives her best advice: Skip the heat. “Extra moisture and less heat styling are key. If you do have to heat-style your hair, make sure that you’re … Read more
Essential Oils

Essential Oils 101

One way to switch up your fall routine? Essential oils. “Essential oils are aromatic substances that are extracted from a variety of plant materials through a process called steam distillation,” explains Amy Galper, a certified aromatherapist and the co-founder of the New York Institute of Aromatic Studies in New York City. The oils “have been … Read more
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Summer Hair Secrets

Edward Tricomi, cofounder and master stylist of Warren Tricomi salon, reveals how to protect your hair from sun damage—and style it like a pro We made it through winter’s harsh conditions as well as spring’s wildly fluctuating temperatures. Whew! But summer brings its own set of hair challenges—in the form of chlorine, salt, UV rays … Read more
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Sleep, Glorious Sleep

The sleep epidemic is very real, according to the CDC, with over a third of American adults not getting sufficient shuteye on a nightly basis. But help is on the way. The creators of SugarBear Hair and SugarBear Women’s Multi Vitamins have now launched SugarBear Sleep. Vegan and naturally flavored, SugarBear Sleep gummies strive to … Read more
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The Beauty King Returns: Frédéric Fekkai

Frédéric Fekkai took the beauty world by storm in the late ’80s when he opened his first salon at the top of Bergdorf Goodman in NYC. Ever since, the Aix-en-Provence native has reigned as a celebrity stylist, entrepreneur and global icon—credited with founding the luxury hair care space—with six North American salons. He recently took … Read more
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How to Green Up Your Beauty Routine

Most of us buy organic food and cleaning products, but continue to slather our faces with creams and cosmetics packed with chemicals. The reason: Green products don’t seem tough enough to combat skin issues like wrinkles and sagging—and their utilitarian packaging doesn’t exactly scream luxury. But recently things have changed. “These days, many natural products … Read more
Massage: The Power of Touch

Massage: The Power of Touch

Massage can help you feel—and look—great. Here are four new ways to try it—and how they work. Massages can seem like the ultimate luxury, with the right session melting away the stress of a day or alleviating jet lag after a long flight. But they’re also a smart investment in your health. “Massage increases circulation, … Read more
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11 Cold Weather Skin Cures

When temperatures dip, we start shopping for coats and sweaters to protect us from the elements. Experts say we should think about skincare the same way. “Dryness is the biggest problem—everyone, even those with oily skin, is susceptible to the drying effects of a winter climate,” says dermatologist Patricia Ceballos, MD, at Schweiger Dermatology Group’s … Read more
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4 Beauty Treatments to Try this Fall

After a summer of too much sun and fun, it’s time to start taking care of yourself again. Here, the services you need to erase sun damage, nourish your skin, soothe sore muscles, and more. Integrative Massage Whether you’re training for your local turkey trot or the New York City Marathon (or even just hitting … Read more
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How to Find the Perfect Hair Color

A fresh new shade can instantly make you look younger, prettier and more stylish. The first step, though, is finding the right colorist. Ask friends whose color you like who they go to, or even stop people on the street. “Everyone loves being told they look amazing and are happy to share advice,” says Russell … Read more
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3 New Age Beauty Treatments That Really Work

@lemonstripes While sitting in a cave made of salt to clear up your allergies and substituting acupuncture for Botox might seem a little out there, I’ve spent the last few months testing out alternative wellness treatments that have made a big difference to my health and wellbeing. I’ve always been a fan of the non-traditional … Read more
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6 Beauty Treatments to Get This Summer

After months of your body being hidden underneath jeans and sweaters, it’s time for your big reveal! Are you ready? If not, try these beauty treatments to get your body smooth, slim, and bronzed just in time for beach season. Detoxifying Body Wrap Summer isn’t the best season for facial skin treatments (many require that … Read more