Women's Health - Looking Your Best

Want To Try Yoga? Finding The Right Teacher Is Key

Curious about this popular form of exercise that claims to reduce stress, improve bone density, and boost brain function? Finding the right teacher is the crucial first step.

10 Beauty-Boosting Uses for Coconut Oil

Want lustrous hair, luminous skin, and healthy nails? Try adding coconut oil to your beauty routine.

Pluck Perfect Eyebrows at Home

A New York City-based eyebrow artist shares his tricks and tips for do-it-yourself eyebrow elegance.

Trend Alert: Vitamin C Showerheads

A popular wellness amenity in high-end hotels, vitamin C-infused showerheads are now available for your home. Are they worth the investment?

8 Ways to Deal With Winter Eczema

While this itchy skin condition can occur year round, it's particularly problematic in the winter. Here's how to soothe dry, irritated skin.

Simple Solutions for 3 Common Scalp Problems

Is your scalp too oily? Too itchy? Too dry? We've got fast tips to help you flaunt a head of healthy hair.

Psoriasis Treatments Make It Easier to Live With Painful, Itchy Skin

While there's no cure for this chronic autoimmune disease, the options available today can make living with the painful symptoms much easier.

Before You Go Under the Knife: 6 Facts About Plastic Surgery

Procedures like Botox, brow lifts, and breast augmentation are becoming more common, but there are still risks involved. Consider these factors before you have work done.

How to Look Better in Cold Weather

When the weather outside is frightful, your skin, hair, and nails may pay the price. Here's how to stay looking pretty even as Mother Nature gets ugly.

5 Things You Can Do to Perk Up Sagging Skin

To slow down sagging skin, you need to cover your bases: Eat a healthy diet, drink plenty of water, cleanse and moisturize skin properly, wear sunscreen regularly, and avoid smoking and other toxins. But if all else seems to fail, try these too.

Are You Over-Using Your Favorite Beauty Products?

The best beauty advice: Less is more. Use our guidelines on how much is enough when it comes to 12 top beauty must-haves.

Beauty Care Products: What Do the Buzzwords Mean?

Don't be fooled into thinking your soap or shampoo is safe just because of what the label says. Here's what you need to know.

10 Ways to Streamline Your Morning Routine

From pre-planning your wardrobe to skipping certain steps altogether, we've found 10 simple ways to save time in the a.m.

A New Hue for You

Thinking about coloring your hair? Our expert advice will help you find a flattering shade.

Split (Ends) Happens: How to Keep Hair Healthy

Common styling mistakes and everyday wear and tear can lead to split ends. Here's how to protect your luscious locks.

10 Steps to the Perfect Home Pedicure

If you prefer to spend your beauty bucks elsewhere, here's a guide to prettying your feet at home.

Eliminating Hair Down There: What's Safe, What's Not?

Waxing, shaving, sugaring, and more. Find out which options are safe and which ought to be avoided.

5 Skincare FAQs

Read on for solutions to five of your biggest skincare concerns.

Beauty Trend to Try: A Back Facial

The hard-to-reach areas on your back will benefit from this skin-smoothing spa treatment.

10 Easy Ways to Maintain Your Weight

Now that you got it off, keep it off! We'll show you how.

5 Ways to Keep Your Face Shine-Free

Oily skin be gone! Learn how to control your complexion and put your best face forward.

How Often Do You Replace Your Toothbrush?

An old toothbrush can put you at risk for cavities and other oral issues. Here's how to know when to toss that brush.

Psoriasis Skin-Care Secrets

If you're among the 7.5 million Americans living with this skin condition, we've got tips to help you look and feel your best.

Help for Hammertoes

Take steps to avoid (or relieve the pain from) this common foot problem.

The New Age of Older Trainers

A growing number of individuals are getting fit by working out with gray-haired trainers. Learn how you can benefit from the wisdom and experience of these in-shape seniors.

Walking vs. Running: Which Is Better?

If you want to lose weight, running is the clear winner. But there are many benefits of walking, too. Here's the whole scoop.

7 Deadly and Not-So-Deadly Skin Sins

Here's how not to care for your skin. Taking heed of these seven common blunders will help renew your complexion and possibly even save your life.

Unwanted Facial Hair? Try Dermaplaning

This innovative technique can help remove peach fuzz and leave your skin glowing, too.

7 Tips for Safe Shaving

Shaving can be a pain, literally! Whether it's razor burn, bumps, or ingrown hairs, we have tips to prevent and treat common problems.

5 Beat-the-Heat Beauty Secrets

These expert tips will keep you looking hot, no matter how sweltering it is outside.

Should You Get an Eyelash Perm?

Here's what you need to know about this beauty-enhancing.

Laser Liposuction: The Latest in Body Sculpting

This minimally invasive procedure combines two techniques to help slim your physique.

Skin Ulcers: Importance of Early Detection

Poor circulation can lead to painful and unsightly skin ulcers, most commonly found on the inside of the ankles. Here's how to detect a problem so treatment can begin.

Everyday Foods That Help You Lose Weight

Including certain edibles in your diet can help ward off hunger. Learn more.

Top 5 Diet Mistakes

Have you changed your eating habits to shed some pounds but find the numbers on the scale are going up?

Your Menopause Fitness Plan

Here's a decade-by-decade guide to getting fit before, during, and after the change.

Would You Gain Weight to Look Younger?

Women who have spent years struggling with the scale may relish in what the researchers say, but is this finding enough of a reason to harbor excess weight?

How to Look Great in Every Photo

Put your best face forward with these seven expert-tested tips.

Get a Great Workout in the Water

Water-related exercise is easy on the body and burns calories, too. Here's how to make a splash.

Ganglion Cysts: What You Need to Know

Have you ever developed an unexplained bump on your hand or foot? If so, it was probably a ganglion cyst.

All About Vitiligo

Vitiligo occurs when the cells that produce melanin die, or no longer form melanin. This causes white patches to appear on the skin, and sometimes even the hair and eyes.

The 5 Components of Physical Fitness

Whether you're new to exercise or not, a personal trainer can help you determine a baseline for five key areas of fitness. From there, you can use those numbers to track your progress and stay motivated.

Beyond Zumba : Dance Workouts You've Got to Try

Here are six dance workouts destined to keep you moving, sweating, and burning serious calories.

Is It Seasonal Hair Loss or Alopecia?

If, every fall, you lose a lot of locks, you could simply be experiencing seasonal hair loss. It's nothing to worry about, except if you notice a few other things.

7 Razor-Free Ways to Remove Unwanted Hair

Ready to toss that razor for good? Learn about the pros and cons of seven options that replace shaving.

How to Reset Your Food Clock

Thanksgiving. Super Bowl. Summer barbecues. It seems there's always a reason to celebrate with extra calories and when we do, it's hard to get back on track again. Why? Blame the body's food clock.

5 Best Anti-Aging Supplements

Add these to your diet to help improve memory, reduce inflammation, control blood sugar, and more.

Creative Cocktails With a Nutritious Twist

Many bars and restaurants around the country are turning to ingredients such as apples, beets, carrots, berries, and ginger to help make drinks healthy (and delicious)!

The Ups and Downs of Multitasking While Exercising

If catching up on the news or catching up with a friend is what it takes to get you to the gym, go for it! Just make sure you don't become too distracted that your workout falls by the wayside.

5 Types of Friends You Need (and a Few You Don't)

Friends matter. They inspire, advise, and comfort us in a way no one else can. Here are examples of some friendships worth cultivating, and others worth cutting.

7 Tips for Age-Appropriate Style

Our guide will help you look your best, no matter how many birthdays you've seen.

Organic Cosmetics: Will Your Skin Know the Difference?

"Organic." "Made with organic ingredients." "100 percent organic." Three similarly sounding phrases but three very different meanings. Get the facts you need.

Exercise Realization: Less Is More

New science suggests shorter workouts may be just as effective as longer ones.

Spa Secrets: Get Glowing Skin at Home

Maintaining healthy skin doesn't have to be a major investment. Try one of these at-home facials today.

Keep Age-Related Weight Gain in Check

Can't exercise like you used to? Follow this five-part strategy to stave off weight gain as get older.

Probiotics: The Key to Clear Skin?

A new study suggests these healthy types of bacteria just may help banish blemishes.

Why Some People Get Acne and Others Don't

You religiously wash your face and avoid greasy food, yet still, you break out before every important occasion. Could there be something more contributing to your acne-prone skin?

Bounce Back From a Bad Eating Day

If you slip up and eat every diet no-no in sight, don't beat yourself up. Get back on track with these tips.

Top Dandruff-Preventing Foods

Which edibles should you include in your diet to help get this embarrassing condition under control?

6 Secrets of Successful Swimsuit Shopping

With the right attitude and a little bit of know-how, searching for a suit can be an easy and enjoyable experience.

6 Noninvasive Tips for Younger-Looking Skin

Turn back the hands of time without going under the knife (or needle).

What Are Your Feet Trying to Tell You?

Discolored, flaky nails can indicate a fungal infection while a painful and swollen big toe may be a sign of gout.

6 Ways to Stay Fit This Winter

The short, chilly days of the season can easily derail your exercise efforts. Resolve to stay active by bringing your workout inside.

Banish Breakouts, Blackheads, and Blemishes

There's a myriad of reasons why you breakout and finding the right treatment can be tricky. Here's what to consider.

10 Tips to Fix Winter-Dry Skin and Hair

Save your skin, nails, lips, and hair with these dermatologist-recommended tips.

13 Best Vitamins for Skin, Hair, and Nails

Find out if you're giving your body the nutrition it needs to look its best.

Workout Sabotage: Don't Sell Yourself Short!

You could be undermining your workout without even realizing it.

Natural Homemade Hair Fixes

Treat your hair to healthy solutions that really work and save money when you make your own treatments.

How to Enhance Your Eyelashes

To polish your look, choose the right eyelash thickening and lengthening method for you.

How to Feel Full With Fewer Calories

These smart strategies offer a proven path to slimming down.

Choose the Right Bag for Your Back and Shoulders

Pick fashionable pain-preventing purses and bags. Follow these tips to avoid undue strain.

Dry Hair Help Is Here

Don't let dryness hamper your tresses. Revive your hair's moisture with these smart and easy tips.

How to Apply the Most Flattering Eye Makeup

From basic looks to dramatic statements, here's the step-by-step to easily enhance your natural beauty.

5 Ways to Upgrade Your Look for Less

Improve your appearance with these clever, under-$20 ideas.

The Best Foods for Better Skin

These skin-brightening foods will contribute to radiant, naturally glowing skin.

8 Strongest Fitness Motivators

Use these smart tips to make big strides with your fitness goals.

4 Instant Energy Boosts

Perk yourself up when you need it most with these easy solutions.

Your Type-by-Type Hair Care Guide

The best hair treatments for you depend on the type of hair you have. Get your quick tips.

Top 10 Teeth Stainers

Which staining culprits should you avoid and how can you restore your pearly white smile?

The Best Facial Masks for All Skin Types

To get all the benefits, you have to choose the right facial mask for you based on your skin type.

Is "Photoaging" Adding Years to Your Face?

Find out if this is negatively affecting how you look. If so, there are several treatments designed to reverse the damaging effects.

Look (and Feel) Better When You Have the Flu

Try these beauty tips when sickness keeps you from looking your natural best.

Is There a Downside to Losing Weight?

There's no doubt that shedding excess pounds is a big boost to your health and well-being, but not everything is totally rosy after weight loss.

Teeth Straightening for Adults: Know Your Options

It's common for adults who skipped braces during adolescence to straighten their teeth at a later age. If that's you, here are your choices.

Green Tea for Health & Beauty

With a wealth of antioxidants, green tea is used for weight loss, skin care, and for anti-aging. Is it too good to be true?

How to Pick the Right Makeup Brushes

Here's exactly what to look for to pick the best makeup brush for the job.

Perfect Nails at Home in 10 Steps

Practice these simple steps for an easy, professional-looking, at-home manicure.

Wake Up Thinner Tomorrow

Don't expect to lose 10 pounds overnight, but you can take steps to help your body rid itself of bloating while you sleep, which could result in a flatter tummy the next morning.

Want to Look Younger? Smile!

Here's a cost-free way to turn back the clock. It's as simple as putting on a happy face. According to a new study, people who smile appear younger than their true age.

7 Things You Shouldn't Do to Your Hair

Sometimes too much "care" can ruin your tresses. Here's how to keep your hair under control without overdoing it.

New Study Shows 50 May Be the New 20

Being old just got younger. However, to achieve that there's something you need to do.

9 Winter Hazards for Your Skin

Cold weather brings unique challenges to skin health. Keep these tips in mind and you'll have smooth, hydrated skin in this chilly season.

5 Natural Ways to Whiten Your Teeth

Brighten your smile without breaking the bank with these at-home, do-it-yourself ingredients.

Common Lifestyle Drugs: The Pros and Cons

Nonmedical or non-health-related drugs have become very popular. But before you decide to try these kinds of drugs and procedures, proceed with caution.

Jackie Warner: Exercise With The Skin You're In

QualityHealth sits down with fitness expert Jackie Warner to discuss her initiative to give people with psoriasis a renewed resolve to get fit and feel great in their skin.

16 Dangerous Skin Care Ingredients

Many popular skin care and cosmetic products contain potentially harmful ingredients. Here's a roundup of ingredients to look out for, the products that may contain them, and why they can be dangerous.

Should You Use Oil on Your Hair?

In recent years, products derived from oils to help achieve sleek styles have become very popular. Best of all, oils can be very budget friendly. Learn how and when to work oil into your hair care routine.

The Do's and Don'ts of Dying Your Hair

If your gray strands bother you or you simply long for a change, hair dye is your best bet. But before you take the plunge in a salon or at home, be sure you're armed with information to help prevent unwelcome surprises.

How to Find the Perfect Bra for You

From size to style, many factors go into choosing a bra. Follow these guidelines to help you make an informed purchase.

Plastic Surgery: The Right and Wrong Reasons to Do It

Cosmetic plastic surgery can achieve remarkable results. However, it can't cure life's problems or bring back youth. If you're considering plastic surgery, ask yourself these questions to make sure you're seeking it for the right reasons.

The Downside to Botox®

It's a common stereotype that a person who's had too much Botox can't form normal facial expressions as a result of the paralyzing injections. But according to a new study, the reality could be even scarier.

Eco-Friendly and Organic Beauty Salons: A Growing Trend

Environmentally-conscious beauty is a growing trend that's inspiring many beauty salon owners and customers to embrace eco-friendly products and services. But what does "natural beauty" really mean?

5 On-the-Go Makeup Bag Essentials

Organize your makeup bag with must-haves such as foundation, lipstick, blush, eye shadow, and eyeliner to ensure your look stays fresh all day.

Going Gray Gracefully

Growing gray hairs is an inevitable part of aging. But how do you know when to cover it up or put it on display? Read on for tips on transitioning through the graying process.

All About Hair Straightening Treatments

If you're looking to transform your curly or frizzy hair into sleek, straight strands, you've likely looked for options beyond the traditional blow dry. Here are the pros and cons of a few of the most popular hair straightening treatments.

Is Facial Shaving a Good Idea for Women?

Some skin care experts propose that women should shave their faces to help exfoliate their skin. Others maintain that this will stimulate unwanted hair growth. So who should you listen to?

Excessive Hair Growth: Getting to the Root of the Problem

Many women with unwanted hair are on the lookout for hair removal solutions. But if they took the time to determine the cause, they might be better off.

Eyebrow Plucking, Waxing, and Threading: Pros and Cons

Many would agree that no method of eyebrow shaping is perfect, but what are the pros and cons of each?

Generic Skincare Products: As Effective as the Big Brands?

If your budget for beauty products isn't unlimited, you've probably considered generic alternatives. These formulas claim to be identical to their big-name brothers and sisters, but will they yield the same results?

Rules for Choosing the Right Underwear

Underwear is the foundation of any outfit. If you don't feel comfortable in your undergarments, you won't feel comfortable in your outfit either.

How to Be Head-to-Toe Clean

America is the land of the free and home of the brave. But when it comes to hygiene, we also tend to be the home of the over-obsessed. Here's how to remain fresh and clean without going overboard.

Treat Depression and Lose Weight

While it's difficult to determine the exact reason, one thing is becoming increasingly clear: Treating depression helps patients lose weight.

What Do Your Nails Say About You?

Whether you get regular manicures or never do more than give your nails a cursory cut, the fact is, they speak volumes about your hygiene and your health.

First Aid for Your Face: How to Treat Scars, Burns, and Pimples

It takes work to keep your face looking youthful and healthy. And minor scrapes, burns, and breakouts can sometimes undo the work. Fortunately, you can go back on track by following these tips to help speed up healing and prevent scarring.

Can Drinking Wine Slow Down Aging?

Alcohol has long been believed to dehydrate skin, resulting in the premature appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Now, a recent study is suggesting that red wine (in moderation, of course) may do just the opposite.

Are Anti-Aging Creams Worth the Big Bucks?

You can't turn on the TV or open a magazine without seeing a new "revolutionary" product that promises to turn back time. Before you blow your paycheck on a 3 oz jar of anti-aging cream, be sure to understand what these treatments can really do.

Dress for the Holidays in Comfort

You can look great without wearing uncomfortable, constricting clothing. Here's how you can be stylish and still stay comfortable.

Does Your Neck Need a Special Moisturizer?

The delicate skin on your neck can reveal your true age no matter how young your face looks. But does it really need one of the dozens of specialized formulas available? And how do you choose the right one?

How to Blow Dry the Healthy Way

Whether you blow dry your hair daily or just for special occasions, your goal is to always look your best. But all your efforts will be in vain if you end up harming your hair.

9 Ways to Make Your Hands Look Younger

Do your hands look 10 years older than your face? It s not surprising the delicate skin is under constant attack from the sun, harsh agents, and constant use. Try these lifestyle changes to keep your hands feeling young.

8 Bad Skin Habits to Break

If your skin looks duller, older, and more uneven than it should, bad choices could be to blame. Break these common habits to bring out big improvements from head to toe.

7 Hairstyles That Make You Look Younger

Does your 'do need some youthful invigoration? If so, try these tips for rolling back the clock on your tresses.

How to Beat a Bad Hair Day

Hair not cooperating? Before you reach for a hat, try these tips from stylist Jocelyn Dunnavant to tackle your particular problem.

How to Eliminate Dandruff for Good

If your itchy scalp is leaving snow on your shoulders, you'll be happy to know that most dandruff problems are simple to tackle.

Don't Let Winter Wreak Havoc on Your Hair

Try these everyday tips to minimize frizz, breakage, and dryness.

What to Look for in a Winter Moisturizer

Here, 10 tips for finding a moisturizer that will get rid of the dryness, itchiness, and redness that is all-too-common in the winter months.

Is Mineral Makeup the Answer?

Is mineral makeup worth all the hype? Check out these FAQs to find out.

5 Ways to Say Goodbye to Stretch Marks

Certain products and procedures can help to significantly minimize the appearance of this common cosmetic problem.

The Worst Foods for Your Skin

What your dinner plate looks like plays a big role in what your skin looks like.

Varicose Veins: Causes and Cures

Learn about common causes of varicose veins, plus get a leg up on possible treatment options.

Are You Addicted to Tanning Beds?

It's not possible to be addicted to tanning...is it?

Can Yoga Improve Your Sex Life?

Study finds that yoga and mindfulness meditation can improve the sex lives of women.

Eating Your Way to Healthy Hair

Fruits, vegetables, and even buffalo can help you realize success with your tresses.

In Search of the Right Multivitamin

Follow these guidelines to solve the multivitamin mystery.

10 Dead-of-Winter Fitness Motivators

Follow these tips to keep your fitness levels up when temperatures drop.

10 Fattest Jobs in America for Men and Women

Sure, your diet and exercise schedules can contribute to your weight. But who knew that your job could, too?

10 Strangest Beauty Tips of All Time

Slathering your face with glue? Swathing your thighs in Saran Wrap? Ladies, don't try these tips at home.

17 Slim-Down Secrets That Really Work

Tired of fad diets and bad weight-loss advice? These little-known secrets can help you shed big pounds.

Is 70 the New 30?

Think you're too old to accomplish something? Follow these tips to defy your age and live a longer, healthier life.

Is Your Beauty Routine Toxic?

Buyer beware. Ingredients in some of these popular cosmetic products have been linked to dangerous and sometimes deadly side effects.

Cosmetic Surgery 101

From nose and eye jobs to breast enlargement and liposuction, cosmetic surgery is on the rise. Here, a guide to some of the nation's most popular procedures.

The Top 7 Skin Care Myths Busted

Before you splurge on the latest anti-wrinkle cream or step inside a tanning booth, check out these common misconceptions.

8 Eco-Friendly Beauty Tips

Concerned about safety and the environment, many women are embracing "natural beauty." Check out these easy ways to start going green.

6 Habits That Can Help You Live Longer

These daily behaviors can boost your health and increase your longevity.

Fatness vs. Fitness

How important is weight in determining good health?

8 Behaviors That Add Years to Your Appearance

A few simple changes can help take years off your appearance.

6 Surprising Uses for Botox

There's more to Botox than just a pretty face. Doctors are now using the injectable to treat a variety of serious medical conditions.