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Things You Should Do Before School Starts
Do you remember how much fun summer used to be when you were a kid. Well, this week, I want you to bring back some of that fun. Here's my list of top ten ways of indulging yourself this summer.

Summer Survival Kit
You have one beach bag that goes everywhere with you. According to my last survey, here is what should be in that bag.

Summer No-No's
There are some things that you simply shouldn't do during the summer if you want to look trendy. Here's my list for this year.

Perfect Swimsuit for Your Shape
Believe it or not, everyone can look good in a bathing suit. You simply have to know what you want to emphasise and what you don't. Find your body shape and then head off to the mall. You are about to find the swimsuit that is going to turn heads this summer.

10 Things to Do Before Summer Ends
hate to admit it, but summer is just about over and there are so many things still on my to-do list. I jotted down ten things that I still want to squeeze into my summer and guess what, they don't cost a thing.

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Can't Stop Eating...
There are so many foods that pile on the calories and then you are hungry five minutes later. Today, we are looking at foods that are good for you and fill you up. Yes, they are out there and they are a dieter's best friend.

Sad Looking Nails
You have spent all morning shaving your legs, picking out the perfect outfit, deciding on what fragrance will wow your friends, but did you give a thought to your nails? From what I have noticed this summer, maybe not. Here are some things to think about.

Tricks to Help Maintain Your Weight All Summer Long
Barbecues, ice cream, hot dogs, all the things you eat all summer long can pile on the calories. Here is a few ways to help keep the weight off.

Skin Savers This Summer
While summer is all about lazing around in the sun (wisely), there are a few things you should consider if you want your skin to be at its best. Here are just a few things to consider.

5 Ways To Make Exercise... Fun
There are probably a lot of you that are shaking your head and saying that exercise and having fun at the same time, simply isn't possible. But take it from someone who doesn't like exercising... it's all in how you approach it. You will find fun when you least expect it.

What are Plantar Warts
What they are, what can you do about them and how can you avoid them?

Do It Yourself Masks
You know that your skin needs a little TLC, but unfortunately, you have run out of your favorite mask, so what can you do? Wait another week until you can stock up? Actually, you probably have the makings of a good mask right in your kitchen.

Your Personal Diet
If I'm not motivated to stay with something, chances are I'm going to "fall off the wagon" regardless of my best intentions. So, while watching my waistline, I came up with these little tricks to keep me... motivated.

How To Break Bad Eating Habits
We all know that diets seldom work, it's our eating and exercise habits that cause us to put on extra pounds. This article will look at new eating habits that just might work for you too.

Things Your Toes Absolutely Hate
When was the last time you actually thought about your toes? Most people give them very little thought unless they are on show in your latest pair of sandals. Unfortunately, toes are abused more often than we realize, so here is a what they would like you to know.

5 Ways to Improve Your Mood
It easier to change that bad mood than you might think. Here are five ways for you to try, and I guarantee that your day will turn around almost instantly.

Cucumber and Melon Body Lotion by Sauve
If you are looking for a light summery body lotion, this Cucumber and Melon body scent comes highly recommended.

Makeup 50's Style
With the fashion turning to all things "50ish", today's lesson is how to create a face to match. We start with a modern version of 50's makeup and end with how it really looked. Here's what you need to know.

Caribbean Mint
Time to consider some new colors for this month and what could be better than something tropical?

The Girls of Summer... Makeup
Staying cool but looking hot is the name of the game this summer. But, how do you pull this off? Here are some suggestions to at least make you look cool! Lets start with our makeup.

Soft Breezes Meditation
Our lifestyles have become far to stressful and learning how to meditate just might be what it takes to slow it down. And from someone who can't sit still, I have to share the fact that there is definitely something to this. It's also how I start my morning.

Soft Breezes Meditation
Our lifestyles have become far to stressful and learning how to meditate just might be what it takes to slow it down. And from someone who can't sit still, I have to share the fact that there is definitely something to this. It's also how I start my morning.

Summer Strawberries
A new color combination to try. These colors might be perfect for June!

*Decollete Mask
An area of the body we tend to forget, but unless we actually like age spots, it is a habit we need to change.

How To Beat the Summertime Blues
Yes, there is such a thing as "summertime blues", so if you have been feeling down and moody, there's hope! Lets put the fun back into summer.

Garden Party
Summer seems to be the time when you need something that is casual, but not too casual. Today's style is perfect.

Sad Looking Nails
You have spent all morning shaving your legs, picking out the perfect outfit, deciding on what fragrance will wow your friends, but did you give a thought to your nails? From what I have noticed this summer, maybe not. Here are some things to think about.

Back to School Fragrances
It's time to head off back to school and you need a new fragrance. Not sure which one to choose? Camille Williams of The Fragrance Factory shares her best sellers with us!

Summer Sizzle
There is still plenty of time for summer barbecues, but the menu can so often be so saturated with fat, that you don't even want to consider it. Here are a few little secrets to let you plan what you eat, and not feel guilty.

Can't Stop Eating
There are so many foods that pile on the calories and then you are hungry five minutes later. Today, we are looking at foods that are good for you and fill you up. Yes they are out there and they are a dieter's best friend.

The Good, Bad and the Ugly of Tanning
While researching this topic, I came across some data that I didn't know about. It even surprised me. Take a look.

10 Things to Do Before Summer Ends
I hate to admit it, but summer is just about over and there are so many things still on my to-do list. I jotted down ten things that I still want to squeeze into my summer and guess what, they don't cost a thing.

The Art of Making Friends
With school comes a lot of new faces. Are you that person who stands on the sidelines and watches or do you plow right in with a smile on your face? Here's a few pointers to start the year off right.

Ridiculously Easy Weight Loss Tricks
Call me lazy, but if I'm going to exercise or put myself on a diet, it had better be enjoyable. If it's not, I want no part. I'm giving you a list of some of the things that work for me. Take your pick or better yet, make your own list.

The Pool Workout
I have always wanted a pool and now I have one. To be perfectly honest, I have never exercised so much in my life and had so much fun doing it. Playing in a pool is leaving me exhausted, but what a way to burn calories. Here are just a few exercises to get you started.

6 Ways To Win the Dieting Battle
Losing weight seems to have tons of little potholes to catch us up and ruin our best efforts. This week, I have found six more little tricks to help us win the battle of controling our weight.

The Cellulite Workout
Research has been insisting over the past few years, that exercise can do a lot to minimize the cellulite that you have. So what exercises are the experts referring to? It seems that cardio and weight training are showing promising results.

Exercise Mistakes You Could Be Making
We all know that we need to work in a substantial amount of exercise into our daily lives, but did it ever occur to you that we might be causing more harm than good. Here are some of the most common mistakes.

Hot and Steamy August
How are you coping with your looks?

Summer Makeup and More
It's time to put away your winter colors and freshen up your "look" for summer. Here's a few things you might want to update.

Brazilian Wax
Brazilian waxes are becoming more and more popular, and as the summer weather approaches, you might be considering it as well. Here is what you can expect to happen.

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