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Teaching kids to be savvy shoppers
Start when they’re young From the time they are toddlers, children can start learning about money and shopping. Take your young kids with you to the store on a regular basis so that they begin to get familiar with the concept of exchanging money for goods and services. When children begin to learn to count,…
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DIY glamorous lip gloss
If you’re looking for a little shine to go with your smile, don’t head to the drugstore or department store for luscious lips. This DIY glamorous lip gloss is easy to make at home with just a few ingredients. Get your gloss on with this easy recipe! Store it You’ll need a few containers to…
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Step by step: How to apply a BB cream
Popularized in Asia, the main BB creams here in the United States are multi-purpose products that claim to treat the skin in some fashion, provide sunscreen protection and also function as a primer and light-coverage foundation, says New York/New Jersey-based board certified dermatologist Dr. Rebecca Baxt. They’re convenient in the sense that they can help…
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Shopping for summer: Beauty must-haves
All about SPF One of the most crucial beauty must-haves of summer is sunscreen, or moisturizer with a double-digit SPF. Whether you live in a climate where the average temps hover around 75 degrees or 115 degrees, you can’t hide from those rays. Try this all-natural SPF 30 sunscreen by J.R. Watkins that protects against…
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5 Hair tools you need for enviable hair
1 Blow it out Create soft, touchable hair with incredible bounce, movement, and shine with the T3 Featherweight 2 Dryer. The limited-edition kit includes thickening cream and comb. (Sephora,$200) 2 Beachy waves Use Ion Hot Rollers from Calista Tools to create gorgeous, healthy-looking waves at home. (Sephora, $99) 3 Crimp it Sawtooth-looking hair is back…
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4 Steps to a radiant red carpet glow
Magic makeup tips When you see the actresses nominated for the 2013 Academy Awards walking the red carpet this year, most likely you will make note of the makeup, hairstyles, accessories and gowns that dazzle the onlookers. But what about that red carpet glow? That radiant glow most likely comes from healthy skin and happiness.…
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5 Best shopping apps for busy moms
Grocery Gadget By shopping smarter at the grocery store, you can save time, money and needless headaches, and the Grocery Gadgets app allows you to do just that. Download this free app and you’ll have all the necessary organizational tools at your fingertips to allow you to keep track of your grocery list, money-saving coupons…
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Budget-friendly Valentine’s Day date tips
Don’t mistake frugal for cheap. This Valentine’s Day, go on a memorable, romantic date without spending a lot of money. Remember, this holiday is all about love, and love comes from within. Try these money-saving ideas for a budget-friendly Valentine’s Day. Use group savings sites Start looking now for Valentine’s Day opportunities through sites like…
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Black Friday opening hours for major retailers
If you’re gearing up for Black Friday, you need a game plan. Pick a few stores that you want to hit, and then create a schedule based on the retailers’ opening times. Black Friday store hours Here is a list of 20 major retailers and their Black Friday opening hours, along with any special promotions.…
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Friday’s Fashion Obsessions: Jessica Chastain and Isla Fisher
Jessica Chastain No matter how many red carpets I watch Jessica Chastain glide down, I can’t seem to get enough of her incredible style. This is a girl who knows what she likes and knows how to dress for her body type, and she did just that last week at amfAR’s 20th Annual Cinema Against…