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Don't Let Your SPF 30 Turn into SPF 20

FitSugar — Tue, 15 May 2007 14:30:00 PDT

Did you know that if applied incorrectly, an SPF 30 sunscreen is actually SPF 20?

SPF 30 sunscreen may provide significantly less protection when not enough is used. To get the most out of your sunscreen, use one ounce, enough to fill a shot glass (or your palm). This is the amount needed to cover the exposed areas of the body (arms, legs, neck and face of the average adult) properly. So stock up, use it liberally and reapply often (especially after you towel off).

Christine Taylor on Organic Beauty, Her Must Haves, and Nighttime Hair Routine

Jessica Cruel — Thu, 10 May 2012 12:00:00 PDT

Actress Christine Taylor has signed on to be the spokeswoman for organic skin care line Nourish, and as a vegan and mother, her partnership with the brand seems like kismet. "A lot of times products will say 100 percent natural, but this one actually works," Christine explains. "Every person in my family has different favorites, and it's in every bathroom."

Not only does she love the idea of USDA-certified organic beauty (the fresh fig body butter is her top product in the line), but Christine also has plenty of tricks for getting the best results. "You can use the body butter during the day, but you can also load it on at night and wake up with really smooth skin," she explains. Look for Nourish at Whole Foods, and get more of Christine's beauty tips and advice when you read more.

Beauty Icon Iman Reveals Her Secret For Looking (and Doing) Good

BellaSugar — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 06:01:00 PDT

Supermodel, brilliant entrepreneur, passionate activist . . . there are so many reasons that Iman is the recipient of our first-ever Beauty Icon award. As one of the world's best-known models, the 56-year-old Somali stunner shows no signs of slowing down as she continues influence the world of style. Watch our video to find out why she's as inspiring as she is gorgeous, and keep reading for an exclusive Q&A with Iman.

Anna Faris: How Sun Damage Made Me Change My Ways

Jaime Richards — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 12:36:00 PDT

How can you not love Anna Faris? She made us laugh in films such as The House Bunny, Lost in Translation, and the Scary Movie franchise, and now there's something else to love. Anna is partnering with Jergens to help raise funds for the Skin Cancer Foundation as the face of the beauty brand's Places You'll Glow campaign. Anna admits she hasn't always practiced safe sunning in the past, but after a makeup artist called her out on it, she's changed her tanning-bed ways. To see what Anna had to say about her role in helping to fight skin cancer, along with her favorite backstage-beauty tip, just keep reading.

From the Fit Community: Get Ready For Spring With These Tennis Whites

Fit Community — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:11:21 PST

Tennis, anyone? With OnSugar Blogger girl meets fit's suggestions, you'll be the most stylish girl on the courts. Check out her picks for must-have tennis gear.

Clockwise from top left: Nike Woven Jacket ($84); Nike Feather Light Visor ($20); Prince O3 Hybrid Spectrum Oversize Tennis Racket ($70); Tennis Cap Sleeve Tee ($60); Adidas Tennis Performance Skirt ($95); Thorlos Tennis Mini-Crew Socks ($12); Clinique Continuous Coverage SPF 15 ($23); Penn Tennis Balls ($3); I Love Tennis Water Bottle ($34); Nike City Court VII ($55).

Make sure to follow girl meets fit for more fun workout gear-shopping suggestions. And why not start your own OnSugar blog? Your posts may be featured here on FitSugar!

5 Ways to Make Your Morning Routine Faster

Miriam Lacey — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 10:25:54 PST

Do you find yourself skipping makeup and hair in the morning just so you can grab 15 or 20 precious extra minutes of shut-eye? Or worse, are you losing sleep to an overlong makeup routine? Don't do it! There's no need to suffer for beauty in the mornings, and we've got a few beauty tricks up our sleeves that can speed up anyone's maquillage. See five of our easiest ways to make mornings less painful below.

5 Tips From a Pro: How to Create a Beautiful Bronzed Glow

Real Beauty — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:07:27 PST

We're happy to present this article from one of our favorite sites, Real Beauty.

When trying to create a natural, sunless tan on your body, mistakes are expected and accepted. If things go too awry, you can just opt to wear pants until the color wears off.

Bronzer or self tanner: which is right for you?

But a botched fake tan on your face? Completely out of the question. Here, five foolproof tips on how to get gorgeous bronzed skin.

What We're Sweet On: Salma Hayek's Affordable Skin Creams

Jaime Richards — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 04:05:00 PST

The problem with some skin creams, whether they're out on drugstore shelves or found locked behind the counter in the exclusive beauty section at the department store, is that they can actually be greasy or heavy. But such is not the case with Salma Hayek's brand-new Nuance Renewed Radiance Moisturizing Day Cream ($17).

Score for the SPF 30, but add a quadruple score for making a cream that feels light on the skin, adds a bit of a glow, still hydrates, and costs under 20 bucks. Includes natural licorice extract to brighten, and blue agave and prickly pear extracts to treat dryness and improve firmness.

For a multitasking option, try Salma's AM/PM Anti-Aging Super Cream ($20). Not only does it smell fresh and bright, but thanks to a key ingredient (bark from the tepezcohuite tree), it's antioxidant rich and works to tone the skin - and at a very reasonable price. I think we can all get behind that.

What's the Best Part of a Beach Vacation? Hawaiian Tropic® Wants to Know!

Sponsor — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 03:00:00 PDT

Who doesn't love being in the sun? Sure, we have to protect ourselves from harmful rays, but the warming sensation and unmistakable glow you get after sunbathing just can't be beat!

Now, thanks to Hawaiian Tropic®, smelly, thick and oily sunscreen is finally a thing of the past. Its new Shimmer Effect SPF 20 and SPF 40 lotions will not only protect your skin with powerful SunSure® UVA and UVB protection, but it'll leave you looking luminous with the power of mica minerals.

To keep your skin feeling great even after the sun goes down, try the new Hawaiian Tropic® Shimmer Effect Coconut Papaya After-Sun Lotion, which will replenish your skin with nourishing ingredients like aloe vera, cocoa, and shea and mango butters. These moisturizers are great for everyday use and will enhance your skin tone while creating a soft, sexy sheen.

If these products don't have you longing for a little time in the sun, I don't know what will! So, tell us, what's your favorite part of a beach vacation? Is it the sun, sand, or simply the escape? We can't wait to find out.

4 Ways to Protect Your Hair From the Summer Sun

Brittney Stephens — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 03:15:00 PDT

Reader dreamalittledream recently asked for tips on keeping her newly colored hair from fading in the sun in the BellaSugar Q and A group in the Bella Community. It's a great question, because while we're sure you're in the habit of applying sunscreen to your face and body, perhaps the hair doesn't get the SPF protection it might need, too. So, to find out how to help keep your coiffure from fading and frying this season, just keep reading.