While there are many factors in the environment that wreak havoc on the delicate organ known as skin, one of the most detrimental causes of skin problems is stress. Stress seems to just target skin when tensions are high. We have determined the best products to help you stress a little less about your skin... CONTINUE READING 15

Growing up as I did in an eccentric Russian household, I’d often come downstairs and jump back in horror at seeing my mother’s face smeared with strawberries or covered in banana peels, like some fruity female version of Hannibel Lecter. “What? The vitamins are good for your face,” she’d respond, as if it were the most natural thing in the world.... CONTINUE READING 8

Sure, you may think you’re ready for springtime, with your horizontally striped mini-skirt, moisturizing mask, and favorite new pair of ugly shoes. But is your tan ready? Make sure your legs, decolletage, and arms are ready to go bare before you drop off all your skin-covering winter clothes in storage. These self-tanners are tried and tested, and we’ve split them into... CONTINUE READING 10

As we were braving the cold in New York last week, just trying not to turn into a block of ice on the walk from our office to the subway (imagine being frozen on Canal Street, having to wait around for the first day of spring or True Love’s kiss or something!), we overheard a fellow deep freeze victim shouting... CONTINUE READING 9

With a slew of products building up in our beauty closet, it’s a tragic, yet rare day when we’ve actually come to the end of an eyeshadow, compact or a tube of primer. You may be asking yourself what to do with that empty lipstick case, but one thing we advise you not to do is toss away that piece... CONTINUE READING 11

Oh, we've all done it—our go-to bottle of fruit-scented shave gel runs out mid-shave, so we have to stealthily sneak some of our man's shaving cream, or you're at your boyfriend's place for the night without your usual bottle of Herbal Essences for your morning shower, so you've got to squeeze out some of his shampoo-and-conditioner combo instead. The funny... CONTINUE READING 16

With temperatures fall-ing, we'll soon be tempted to avoid all outdoor activities and spend our downtime hibernating under the covers. So, what better time than now to pamper and prep ourselves for the harsher temps ahead? Drown out a case of the Mondays with any or all of these six picks. -Samantha Sutton Face Mask Read all the customer reviews on mark's Calm... CONTINUE READING 18

The dog days of summer are here and since we're celebrating OUR best friends (have you told us who SHE is to you in our National Girlfriend Awards yet?), we had to pay homage to our furry friends, too. Whether you have a posh Poodle, chic Chihuahua or luxury-loving Labrador, there’s no reason humans should get to have all the... CONTINUE READING 21

Even though we're all dreaming of tropical vacations this summer, it's time to face the sad facts—we're spending most of these sunny days at work. Between scorching temperatures outside and arctic A.C. inside, working in an office all summer can pose some interesting challenges. Here are some awesome products that will help you survive your summertime 9-to-5! -Elana Lott Better Desk Basics There... CONTINUE READING 55

As we continue to celebrate Shecky’s 10th Birthday with special deals and more, we’re gearing up for a bash of a different kind: our 2011 Beauty at Its Best Awards. In honor of the awards, we’re treating you to 10 beauty discoveries twice a week! (NOTE: the products below are not winners; winners for the 2011 awards will be announced... CONTINUE READING 27