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    Keep your hair smelling great

    06.24.09 | Permalink | 4 Comments

    Many shampoos come with lofty promises of shiny locks and tantalizing scents.  While my current shampoo serves its main purpose of cleaning, the initial scent wears off as soon as I leave the shower. Here’s a trick for keeping hair smelling great throughout the day: add some perfume to your hairbrush.
    There are lots of creative [...]

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    Make your manicure last

    06.03.09 | Permalink | 2 Comments

    As much as I love getting a professional manicure or pedicure, I hate paying a small fortune only to have my nails chip less than an hour after leaving the salon.  As a result, I’ve come up with a plan for making my manicure last a little bit longer: BUY THE BOTTLE
    If you’re like me, [...]

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    Save money on beauty products

    04.16.09 | Permalink | 2 Comments

    I used to spend a bundle on beauty products, but have replaced some of my frequent buys with homemade beauty concoctions.  Here are two of my favorites:
    1. Homemade Facial Mask: What girl doesn’t love a good mask? I have dry skin, especially during the winter, and this mask has done wonders for me this season! [...]


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