Fit Tip: Soak Your Hair Before a Workout


Updated 07/25/08 9:48 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 21 comments

Fit Tip: Soak Your Hair Before a Workout

When I head out into the hot weather to work out, I discovered an easy trick for staying cool. It works so well that I do it before heading out for a run, bike ride, or hike. I simply stand over the sink and drench my hair with water. When it's completely soaked and dripping, I wrap it in a bun. As I run, the breeze on my wet head keeps me cool. It is quite a pleasant sensation. Try it the next Read more

Stay Cool on the Run: Hydrate Your Head


Updated 05/23/12 12:20 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Wet Hair When Running in Hot Weather

Strong sun and heat can make outdoor runs more challenging, and a big concern is the risk of heat exhaustion. To stay cool while running on a hot day, make sure to hydrate your head. Sound silly? Keep reading for this fail-proof tip. Before heading outside, head to the bathroom and soak your hair by sticking your head under the faucet. Squeeze out some of the excess water, but leave it pretty Read more

Tips For Springtime Running in the Rain


Updated 04/21/12 9:10 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Spring Rain Running Tips

Spring has sprung and that means moving off the treadmill and into the great outdoors. But since Spring often equals rain showers, an outdoor run could be nearly thwarted by weather. Don't be afraid of the rain — with a few simple adjustments to your normal routine you'll be on your way to a great run, elements and all. Do not wear cotton. While comfortable, cotton shirts, shorts, socks, Read more

5 Tips For Happier Hair Now


Updated 04/13/12 6:29 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Hair Damage Treatment

In life, there are very few quick fixes, and even less so with hair, which can be notoriously prone to damage and breakage. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to get your hair looking and feeling better right away. Check out five easy solutions below. Read more

In Season: Stinging Nettles


Updated 04/06/12 12:42 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Stinging Nettles

Stinging nettle: the name might lead you to believe that this plant is (1) dangerous to touch and (2) a weed. And you would be right. But despite its name and repellent nature, stinging nettles are also edible and delicious and becoming increasingly popular among foraging chefs, thanks to its abundance in the wild. Now in season, nettles could be the perfect addition to your Spring kitchen Read more

21 Disposable Products You Can Reuse


Updated 03/30/12 1:45 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Can I Reuse Disposable Things?

Even when the product is supposedly "disposable," you can always reuse it. Wise Bread shares awesome ways to reuse these 21 disposable products. It’s said that we live in a disposable society. But the word "disposable" is a misnomer. Disposable is considered throwaway, something you use once and dump, regardless of the life that may be left in it. As a frugal shopper with a concern for the Read more

Avoid the 5 Worst Spring Break Beauty Blunders


Updated 03/28/12 5:05 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 0 comments

Spring Break Beauty Mistakes to Avoid

The season for weeklong beach vacations, overseas plane rides, and cross-country treks is here. Celebrating Spring break can take a toll on your skin and hair, whether you are laying out in your backyard or partying in Bora Bora. So, beware of these basic beauty mistakes that can ruin your vacation. To get tips to sidestep these classic beach slipups read more. Read more

5 Simple Ways to Dry Nail Polish Faster


Updated 03/12/12 12:45 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Make Nails Dry Faster

There's nothing more annoying than spending half an hour getting your nails just right only to have them ruined the minute you put your hand into your purse or need to itch that place behind your ear. Luckily, there are lots of ways to speed up what can otherwise seem infernally long drying times. To check out our easy fixes, keep reading. Read more

Sunburns and Dust Take Rodarte Down Under


Updated 02/16/12 1:35 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Rodarte Fall 2012 Beauty: Hair, Makeup, and Nails

Rodarte's Fall 2012 collection was inspired by Australia, with a smattering of Victoriana to boot. Designers Kate and Laura Mulleavy referenced the Outback in their clothing, and the windblown hair and sun-soaked faces suggested an afternoon in a dust storm. Backstage, the scene was bustling; here, a few snaps from the other side of the runway. Photo: NARS Read more

The Quickest, Easiest Way to Combat Frizz


Updated 01/30/12 2:42 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Prevent Frizz With Turban-Style Towels

Frizzed-out hair can be a result of a variety of things: humidity, dry weather, and too-hot styling tools, just to name a few. And while there are countless products on the market to keep frizz at bay, there's a quick and easy way to help stop the problem in its tracks: say no to regular towels and say yes to turban-style towels instead. To discover a few reasons you'll love them, read on. Read more