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A dear friend of mine is fond of reminding me when I'm being particularly frenetic, that "It's none of your business what other people think." And she would be right. So what happens when we stop worrying about, well, everything? »

Do you have the sneaking suspicion your foundation might be too dark, but you're worried about looking pale or washed out? Maybe you're simply trying to pare down your beauty gear to a few, multi-use essentials. The Beauty Chick has your solution: Lighten up with a foundation that MATCHES your skin tone and add... »

I’ve tried all sorts of products for dandruff and oily scalp, including acne products, but nothing ever seems to stick. I’m tired of dealing with this- please help. »

Breast cancer awareness is an issue at the forefront of both the American and the medical community. According to The American Cancer Society, breast cancer is the most common form of cancer in women and is the second leading cause of cancer death in women right behind lung cancer. »

If you have ever felt frustrated trying to decipher what cosmetic and beauty product ads are really telling you, don't fret, you're not alone. The Beauty Chick shares in your frustration and isn't afraid to point out what's really going on with beauty advertising. »

Not content to simply accept the FDA’s assessment that parabens “have an excellent safety profile”, this article is my attempt to clear up the issue (at least until the next study is released). There was so much information I wanted to include in order to give you the fairest perspective, that this article will... »

Sometimes, a bit of good advice is all you need. Equipped with an anecdote, a shocking revelation about product marketing, and a little common sense, The Beauty Chick shares a miraculously simple solution for a common complaint: the itchy, flaky scalp. »

The Beauty Chick reveals her 'special process' for choosing new products and gives away some of her favorites. »

Treat your friends and loved ones to something that will remind them how much you care, one scrumptious bite at a time. With only a few hours and a few groceries, you can whip up this delicious seasonal quickbread. »

In the world of hair care there are easily thousands of different products. At their core, however, most of them are little more than different versions of the same concoction. A product may differ among brands in the amounts or types of silicones, foaming agents, emulsifiers, etc. but in the end they function pretty... »