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We've all heard that eating grapefruit can help aid in weight loss, heck there is even a grapefruit diet, but recent research shows that the sour fruit can be linked to breast cancer, which means I'm not loving the idea of eating it in large quantities. So what's a girl looking for help in weight loss supposed to do? It turns out that the mere smell of grapefruit is apparently good enough to aid Read more
If you're one who doesn't like to fuss with a lot of products, then you'll love Murad's Intensive — C Radiance Peel ($50), from the brand's new Environmental Shield line. Use it just once or twice a week (at 10 minutes each application), and skin is left with just about every adjective you want it to be: bright, smooth, luminous, and supple. The reasons? Glycolic acid helps to exfoliate, while Read more
Some skin exfoliators are so aggressive that you'd think you just had a run-in with a sand blaster. Then there are the kind that are so wimpy, they leave you wanting for more. Caudalie's new Deep Cleansing Exfoliator ($35), however, is the kind that makes you want more — but only for the best of reasons. A cross between a cream and a paste, this dullness-erasing face-washer feels like a gentle Read more
To me, Berkeley Bowl is a sacred place worthy of a weekly pilgrimage. Perhaps the ultimate food-lover's grocery store, this massive Berkeley, CA, food emporium carries a huge selection of goods from around the world, and at great prices. I consider it a must stop for friends visiting the Bay Area, so why not share my adventures? The most remarkable part of the store is probably the produce, Read more
I was recently gifted with a bottle of Poo Pourri Little Stinker ($13), and besides being initially a little offended (are my daughter's diapers that bad?), I was also intrigued (um . . . yep, they are). After a trial run, I have to say the stuff works, replacing the eau de poo with the potent smell of essential oils like bergamot, lemongrass, and grapefruit. Pou Pourri isn't the only diaper Read more
Sometimes the very best dishes are the ones that highlight one standout ingredient without a ton of others that take away from it. This grapefruit brûlée from CheesePlease is a great example of a simple yet delicious meal. This old-school breakfast treat is delicious and smells heavenly. Grapefruit is also a superfood, another very good reason to make this! For this recipe, visit her blog and Read more
You're late to work, again. No matter how much you reason with yourself, your lateness is probably due to the fact that you couldn't get out of bed. It's always unpleasant to drag yourself out of bed, so here are some tips to help you wake up alert and get you out of bed quickly: Assess your health. Your drowsiness in the morning might be health-related. Perhaps you need a better diet and Read more
What smells like grapefruit, holds everything in place, and sparkles like gold? Alterna's limited edition Glitterati hair products, dressed-up versions of their finishing spray and pomade packed with flecks of gilt shimmer. The most subtle product in the collection, Sparkling Champagne finishing spray ($20) is full of soft white gold and adds a little shine and minimal hold without being stiff or Read more
If you’re looking for a natural and nutritious way to sweeten up your life, Florida grapefruit has you covered! Not only is the fruit and its juice fat free, it also has quite a few hidden talents that might surprise you. Check out the perks of this tart and wholesome fruit below. Supports great skin: Your skin can benefit from the foods you eat. The vitamin C found in Florida grapefruit and Read more
We've reported on the launch of the latest Tokidoki venture — these adorable roller-ball perfumes ($18 each). And now, I've actually gotten my mitts on them to give a full review. I have Adios, Siberia, Donutella, and SANDy on my desk right now, in fact. So what's the verdict on your favorite characters' new signature scents? To find out, just keep reading. Read more
