Kristin van Ogtrop's Blog, page 92
October 8, 2013
Protect Your Teeth From Soda
When you’re craving a soft drink, the last thing you need is a lecture—actually, a lecture may be the second-to-last thing. A dental bill, on the other hand? That’s definitely at the bottom of the list. According to Anthony Iacopino, a dentist and Winnipeg, Manitoba–based spokesperson for the American Dental Association, “The acid content in soda erodes enamel.” To prevent […]
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October 7, 2013
The Best Spot to Test Lip Color
When searching for that perfect lip shade, looks can be deceiving when it comes to the color of the product before it leaves the bottle or tube. You may be tempted to check the color on the back of your hand, but there’s an even better spot to try: The tip of a finger. Grab a mirror and see for […]
Charming Autumn Wedding Idea from Loverly
[Photo by Laura Babb on Golden Apple Designs] Getting married this fall? Take advantage of the seasonal elements (apples, pumpkins, foliage) while planning out the details. At this festive affair, the autumn’s all-star stepped up to escort guests to their seats. See more fall wedding ideas and place card ideas. Filed under: Simple Tip
An Easy Way to Get Rid of Pet Hair
So you're having guests over, but your couch is covered in Fido or Fluffy's fur. Don't panic: Just head to the kitchen and grab your rubber gloves.
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October 4, 2013
An Easy Way to Streamline Your Skin Care
If you’re confused about the best way to layer your skin care products—think serum, moisturizer, and foundation (or is it moisturizer, foundation, and then serum)—you’ll be happy to know that in the equation, the most important aspect is probably saving your sanity. Miami-based dermatologist Loretta Ciraldo suggests mixing your products in your palm and applying as one, or as she […]
Quick Swaps for Cuticle Cream
The secret weapon to strong nails is moisturized cuticles—if you remember to apply cuticle cream or oil along with your hand lotion after every hand washing, you’re that much more likely to prevent brittle and broken nails. Even better: You don’t need a fancy cream handy when you’re in a pinch. According to Skyy Hadley, a celebrity manicurist and the […]
13 Pets Who Love Real Simple
The black cat on our October issue of Real Simple turned out to be quite the conversation piece: Many fans kindly wrote in telling us how much they loved the cover; People.com did a whole story on the behind-the-scenes shoot of little Tajari; a few readers were sure that our editors manipulated the image to give the Bombay kitty such a cute nose (which […]
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