When a clothing manufacturer can't sell items for full price, its loss is your gain. Outlet shops stock slow-sellers and slightly flawed products, typically at 25 to 75 percent off the retail price.
By now, most of us know that the sun can be harmful. The best protection is to shield yourself with clothing, a hat and glasses whenever possible. Since this isn't always practical, you need to...
Most basic moisturizers--both drugstore and high-end brands-- contain the same key ingredients (water, propylene glycol, lanolin) to soften your skin and help with surface dryness. Wrinkles?...
Are you finding your bad-hair days outnumber the good ones? It could be due to your hair-care products. You may be using one made for hair that's a different texture than yours. Consult these...
The loss of one's hair can be a grievous blow to self-image and confidence. Medications, illness, heredity, pregnancy, menopause, changing hormone levels and stress can all contribute to hair...
Bald might be beautiful in the eyes of some people, but not for those with gradual or drastic hair loss who just want to look like their old self again. With a wide range of colors and styles,...
Body piercings and tattoos, ancient forms of adornment and beautification, are now found on all sorts of bodies. Few states have laws governing piercing and tattoo establishments or their...
If you're not squeamish about needles and don't mind the cost, a few tiny injections of Botox, collagen or even your own fat can temporarily turn back the clock. Watch frown lines, crow's-feet and...
Have you been going sans-trowel in the garden? Using your nails to tighten screws and scratch off labels? Regain your glamour and pamper yourself with a soothing manicure or pedicure. Choose the...
Prescription glasses and sunglasses have to be functional but also look good. Fortunately, there are so many styles that it's easy to find the right pair. Learn the technical details first, then...
Need to rejuvenate but don't have the time or money for a weekend getaway? A day spa could be the perfect solution. Popping up in cities across the country, day spas offer a variety of treatments...
Massage has enormous potential to do a body good if you're in the right hands. But the way people like to get rid of knots and tension is highly personal. Get the lowdown on the rubdown.
Maybe you've just moved to Miami. Or maybe that coat you spent thousands on a few years ago is woefully out of date now. Turn to one of several fur companies that buy and sell used furs on a...
Diamond rings are priceless in terms of sentimental value--but affairs of the heart aside, the key to a diamond's commercial value is its rarity. A smaller stone can be worth more than a larger...
Buying a silver necklace, a gold bracelet or a platinum wedding band sounds pretty straightforward, but you'll want to understand how to choose between various precious metals. There's yellow,...
Prized for centuries for their beauty, and often used as currency, gemstones hold ageless appeal. Modern treating techniques enhance their look and improve their durability. Whatever your...
Men's formal wear carries its own array of decisions, styles and accessories. You may wish to invest in a tuxedo if your lifestyle calls for debonair dress several times a year. If you're rarely...
Did that bargain antiperspirant leave you with embarrassing white streaks on your button-down shirt or unsightly wet marks on your favorite blouse? No worries--you can usually remove these blights...
Few things sparkle like spanking-new gold, silver, platinum, and precious or semiprecious stones. After even a few days' wear, though, they can dull from lotions, body oil and everyday dust and...
Luckily, one of the most common clothing-repair chores--sewing on a button--is also one of the easiest. Even if you don't know the difference between a sewing machine and a can opener, you can...
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We know hygiene is personal for many people. But when your hygiene or lack thereof, becomes public, it's everybody's problem. Get all your personal hygiene information here. Whether it's eliminating bad breath, clipping toenails or controlling perspiration, eHow has your personal care covered. But it's not all about personal hygiene. Grooming tips like landing a great hairdresser, picking the right makeup and properly caring for clothes are also here for the taking.
