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If you're pregnant, you're probably well accustomed to being told about things you can't do, foods you can't eat, and products you can't use. That's the bad news. The good news is that for every "no," there's a solution, especially when it comes to your beauty regime. It just takes a little extra sleuth work — and that's what we're here for! Check out our best bets for pregnancy-safe beauty Read more
There are a lot of dubiously named beauty products out there. After all, a crazy moniker is a lot more likely to grab a shopper's attention, or at least titillate them into taking a look (the similarities between, ahem, "adult movie" titles and makeup names are strikingly similar). Sometimes, though, attempts to give something a sexy or scandalous handle go too far and end up squarely in the Read more
Humans have been using dubious cosmetics for millennia, and although there are still plenty of suspect products out there, they pale in comparison to the dangerous, deadly, and sometimes just plain horrifying stuff women and men of the past swore by. It's fascinating (and scary) to think about our ancestors' favorite products, so to see the worst of the worst, just keep reading. Read more
The other day I tried an amazing salt soak, but its yellowish coloring floating around in the tub resembled something not quite as nice, if you catch my drift. And then there's the facial serum I recently used that looks a little too much like something you'd likely call your doctor about if it originated from your body. But a product's color and texture is something I can definitely get past Read more
What you put on your body is just as important as what you put in it. Your skin is the largest organ in your body, and it absorbs everything including toxins. If you are concerned about not eating unhealthy foods like trans fat, then you'll definitely want to know which synthetic ingredients you should watch out for in the products you use. Methyl, Propyl, Butyl and Ethyl Parabens: Used as a Read more
Burt's Bees is a unique earth-friendly company that started with one man and you guessed it - some bees. Burt uses only the most effective and natural ingredients in his products. Even cooler, most of their packaging is made from recycled materials or can be recycled, like the aluminum containers they use for their lemon butter cuticle creme. Burt's Bees also take pride in the fact that none of Read more
Unless you've been living under a rock, you've probably heard about the latest carry-on regulations from the Transportation Security Administration: All of the liquids in your carry-on luggage must be in bottles 3-ounces or smaller, and those must be sealed in a single quart-sized Ziploc bag. But even if you have a high-maintenance beauty regimen, it's possible to accommodate your liquids on Read more
As we head into the weekend, why not overindulge in some cocktail-inspired beauty products? Lately, I've been noticing a ton of cute, cocktail-themed concoctions, which would make a great gift for a girls' weekend or just a fun treat for yourself. Just try not to use these after you've overindulged in the real thing; I can't imagine that a gin-and-tonic perfume smells very good when you're Read more
There are so many reasons to love the bounty of beauty that is the sister team at Not Soap, Radio!. Here are just a few of my favorites: These cocktail inspired lip glosses are not only beautiful, but they're tasty too! Yummy flavors like Mojito, Cosmopolitan and Pink Champagne travel like a dream in these clear, compact cases. These body scrubs, moisturizers and fragrances are from the "I'm Read more
We have been counting the days until Wes Anderson's film Moonrise Kingdom hits theaters, and we are so happy we don't have to wait any longer. The dreamy 1960s aesthetic caught our eye from the first glimpses of the trailer, and all of their sweet camping gear got us thinking. In honor of the film's release, we've pulled some beautiful products that can make your next camping trip a little more Read more
