Foods for Healthy Skin?
Long chain omega 3s & 6s found in salmon help with moisturization. Antioxidants in blueberries, pomegranates (brightly-colored fruits) and Lycopene in cooked tomato help protect against free radicals. Carotenoids found in oranges, carrots, mangos, kale help...
Help Making Perfect Southern Fried Chicken?
Ive made this recipe for Southern Fried Chicken dozens of time and it always come out terrifically. Hope it helps: http://wp.me/prMEc-8V
Uses for Cut Up French Bread?
I second the bite-size french toast idea! Recently tried this recipe for ginger-cinnamon french toast that was so good and healthier: wp.me/prMEc-MI
Shelf Life of Honey in Unopened Container?
Honey lasts for a really long time. I just read somewhere that it pretty much lasts forever. I think it was an article on mothernaturenetwork.com
Shopping for Best Prices on Revlon Cosmetics?
Yeah, agreed, just run a search on google and then click the shopping tab. Itll bring up all the different prices. In general though, drugstore.com has great prices
Softening Hard Coffeemate Creamer?
Try putting a slice of fresh bread in with the coffee mate. This is what you do to soften rock-hard brown sugar and it works like a charm. Absorbs the excess moisture I think, or maybe it has something to do with the yeast. Either way, the next morning it should...
Evening Out Skin Tone?
Try using a body wash formulated with alphaydroxy acids like glycolic or lactic acid, which speed cellular turnover and help even out skin tone. Retinols also help but only use these products (and alpha-hydroxies) at night since they can increase sensitivity...
Getting Rid of the Odor of Dead Mice?
Maybe put a box of baking soda in each closet? There are also odor absorbing compounds you can buy at places like Bed Bath & Beyond.
Feeding a Big Appetite on a Budget?
Bean-based meals are usually cheap and super filling. Lots of budget-minded recipes at feastonthecheap.net. Everything is also broken out by cost.
Wedding Meal on a Tight Budget?
This website - feastonthecheap.net - has been a lifesaver for me. Tons of fancy entertaining recipes that are pared down for smaller budgets so that you can host nice parties, but you dont have to break the bank. Congratulations on your wedding! Very exciting...
Christmas Gift Ideas for Elderly Dad?
I always thinking giving baked treats, cookies, cupcakes, brownies, brickel, is always thoughtful and delicious. Plus you wont be just giving him more stuff.
Freezing Cinnamon Pull-Apart Buns?
They do freeze, just make sure not to frost them. Frost them after dethawing.
Keeping an Outside Dog Warm?
A rat terrier doesnt have a thick undercoat, shes not built to be outside like that. Please bring her inside or give her to someone who can! Thats just unfair.
Macaroni Salad Recipes?
I love this Macaroni Salad with Tuna and Sweet Pickles. So delicious. http://feastonthecheap.net/2009/05/22/macaroni-salad-with-tuna-and-sweet-pickles/ For a bigger meal-size salad, this one is great: http://feastonthecheap.net/2010/07/06/garden-pasta-salad...
Remedies for Acne on My Back?
Over-scrubbing with a harsh, sharp, granular exfoliator can actually make the problem worse. Try a gentle glycolic (8%) or salicylic acid cleanser or gel. It takes time though so just keep at it and use it twice a day. Also, some shampoos and conditioners can...
Identifying Insect Bites?
Sounds like spider bites to me, especially if theyre happening at night while sleeping.
Safe Alternative to Chemical Hair Dye?
Try Henna or maybe ammonia-free semi permanent colors like Natural Instincts
Recipes for Feeding a Family Inexpensively?
This website has an entire under $10 section in the sidebar. found some great ones here: http://feastonthecheap.wordpress.com http://AllYou.com just listed recipes for under $1 per serving
Designing Wedding Invitations?
When I was searching for my invites, I found great options at http://weddingpaperdivas.com They have tons of styles, and you can customize too.
Electric Straightener is Burning My Hair?
There are heat-styling products to spray on your hair before blow-drying and straightening it that help protect it. Never straighten wet or damp hair and try turning down the temperature if its adjustable. Heres a heat-style protector for V05: http://www.amazon...
Dog House Trained Except at Night?
Try crate-training him and keeping him in the crate overnight. Works for me!
Shelf Life of Cosmetics?
If its sealed and stored in a cool dark place, it should last about a year before the preservatives give out. But always pay attention to consistency and smell - if either seem off or unusual, its time to toss
Makeup is Not Staying on My Face?
Try a mattifying primer - LOreal makes a new one, i think its called Studio Effects?
Healthy Low Fat Low Sugar Breakfast Ideas?
Definitely steel-cut oatmeal with berries. Love it! Add a little splenda if you like it sweet.
Recipe for Healthy Hair?
A daily mutlivitamin containing Biotin will help. Dont over-blowdry hair. Apply a daily UV protecting serum
Dog is Greedy With Its Food How Do I Stop This?
Theres a company called GreedyPup that makes bowls to help keep dogs from inhaling their food. Kinda work.
How Do You Get Rid of a Blocked Hair Follicle?
Use a salicylic acid acne medication or acne cleanser. Glycolic acid-based exfoliators, treatments and cleansers will work too!
Sunscreen for Oily Skin?
The Neutrogena Dry-Feel sunscreen is great. I have oily skin and it doesnt make me too greasy.
Inexpensive Non-Clumping Mascara Recommendations?
I love Maybelline mascaras, and theyre really affordable. I was actually just reading the cutest article about dealing with lashes that always clump! http://www.ontheglam.com/2010/05/problem-clumpy-gummy-spider-lashes.html
Hair Removal Tips?
This site had a tip about how to extend the time between waxing http://www.examiner.com/x-9539-NY-Beauty-Industry-Examiner~y2009m4d30-Prolonging-professional-beauty-treatments
Health and Beauty for Less
I found two great articles about 1) extending the time between beauty treatments 2) product and salon promotions. Doing everything for less these days... http://www.examiner.com/x-9539-NY-Beauty-Industry-Examiner~y2009m4d30-Prolonging-professional-beauty-treatments...
Dyed Blonde Hair Turning Yellow?
Agreed - violet-colored conditioners help tone down brassiness, thats what i use. works great. Mine is from Rusk. found it here: http://www.examiner.com/x-9539-NY-Beauty-Industry-Examiner~y2009m5d6-Fixing-an-athome-hair-color-crisis
My Natural Products Spa Day
how does the bar of soap help restless legs? i have RLS and cannot seem to find a cure? that seems like such an odd suggestion, would love to know how it works!
Homemade Exfoliating Products?
Sugar and milk - milk has lactic acid which acts as a chemical exfoliant while the sugar acts as a physical exfoliant. rub gently though, too rough can do more harm than good
Yellow Stains On Green Clothing?
I agree, its probably an ingredient in your body lotion or acne medication. Acids can do that.
