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By Jen Hubley Luckwaldt, About.com Guide

Best Drugstore Self-Tanners Created: Thursday, May 30, 2013 Updated: Thursday, May 30, 2013
If you're feeling a little pasty, but don't want to risk damaging your skin, these cheapo tanning products will have you looking sun-kissed in a hurry.
Neutrogena Oil-Free Moisture for Sensitive Skin Created: Thursday, May 30, 2013 Updated: Thursday, May 30, 2013
What do you do when your skin is both sensitive and acne prone? Search far and wide for the Holy Grail of skincare products: a moisturizer that doesn't aggravate sensitive skin, or make it break out.
Meghan Hubley Bourque, Guest Author Created: Thursday, May 30, 2013 Updated: Thursday, May 30, 2013
Sensitive skin needs special care. Get advice from a skin care expert who knows exactly how you and your poor skin feel.
Where to Buy Cheap Swimsuits Online Created: Thursday, May 30, 2013 Updated: Thursday, May 30, 2013
Swimsuits get more expensive every single year, but it's not like we get more for our money. (They don't, for instance, come with a pool attached.) So why pay more?
How to Repurpose Old T-Shirts for a New Wardrobe Video Created: Friday, May 24, 2013 Updated: Friday, May 24, 2013
Old t-shirts can be turned into great new pieces of your wardrobe if you repurpose them. This video will offer a few tips on re-using old t-shirts.
How to Start Making Your Own Jewelry Video Created: Friday, May 24, 2013 Updated: Friday, May 24, 2013
Making your own jewelry is a fun way to save money and can create accessories cooler than anything you'll find in a store. This video will go over supplies for jewelry-making and will show you how ...
Quick Tip: What is a Sample Sale? Video Created: Monday, May 20, 2013 Updated: Monday, May 20, 2013
A sample sale is a great way to find designer clothes at discounted prices. Learn how to find out when sample sales happen, and what to expect when you attend one.
How to Buy Maternity Clothes on a Budget Video Created: Friday, May 10, 2013 Updated: Thursday, May 16, 2013
If your looking to buy maternity clothes on a budget, learn some helpful tips on getting, stylish, maternity wear, that doesn't break the bank.
Review: First Aid Beauty Facial Radiance Pads Created: Tuesday, April 30, 2013 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
These aren't the exfoliating pads of your youth; they're a thousand times better.
What do I wear when I'm *gaining* weight? Created: Monday, April 29, 2013 Updated: Monday, April 29, 2013
How to stretch your wardrobe with just a few purchases.
Review: Soap & Glory Hand Food Created: Monday, April 29, 2013 Updated: Monday, April 29, 2013
This is maybe the best smelling hand cream in the world. I am not kidding.
Review: CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser Created: Sunday, April 28, 2013 Updated: Sunday, April 28, 2013
Need a cleanser that won't strip your skin? Give CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser a try.
Review: Too Faced Borderline Anti-Feathering Lip Pencil Created: Saturday, March 30, 2013 Updated: Saturday, March 30, 2013
Don't throw out your favorite lipsticks before you try this anti-feathering lip pencil. It could save your favorite makeup.
Review: Covergirl LashBlast 24 Hour Mascara Created: Saturday, March 30, 2013 Updated: Saturday, March 30, 2013
This mascara is 24-hour, all right. In fact, you'll be lucky if you can ever pry it off your lashes.
Review: Covergirl Lip Perfection Jumbo Gloss Balm Created: Saturday, March 30, 2013 Updated: Saturday, March 30, 2013
Glosses are often either too greasy or too sticky, but this product surprised me with its soft shine and even pigment.
Review: Burt's Bees Tinted Lip Balm Created: Saturday, March 30, 2013 Updated: Saturday, March 30, 2013
Too lazy for lipstick, but need a hint of color? Tinted balms are the answer. But is this tinted balm right for you?
Review: Neutrogena Makeup Remover Cleansing Towelettes Created: Wednesday, February 27, 2013 Updated: Wednesday, February 27, 2013
Makeup removing wipes are truly one of the great inventions of our time.
Review: Arm & Hammer Essentials Deodorant Created: Wednesday, February 27, 2013 Updated: Wednesday, February 27, 2013
Is it possible to find an effective natural deodorant that costs less than $3?
Review: L'Oreal Eye Defense Created: Wednesday, February 27, 2013 Updated: Wednesday, February 27, 2013
Can one eye cream reduce puffiness, fine lines, and dark circles -- for under $20?
Review: Embryolisse Lait-Creme Concentre Created: Wednesday, February 27, 2013 Updated: Wednesday, February 27, 2013
Proof positive that if every expert tells you to use a particular beauty product, you should probably listen.
Review: Burt's Bees Naturally Nourishing Milk & Honey Body Lotion Created: Wednesday, January 30, 2013 Updated: Thursday, January 31, 2013
A natural dry skin cream for under $10.
Review: John Frieda Frizz-Ease Sheer Solution Created: Wednesday, January 30, 2013 Updated: Wednesday, January 30, 2013
Is your hair both fine and curly? This light-weight anti-frizz product might be the solution to your hair woes.
How do I get rid of stubborn blackheads on my nose? Created: Tuesday, January 29, 2013 Updated: Wednesday, January 30, 2013
You've tried everything and still have stubborn blackheads on your nose. Are you stuck with them for good? Or is there a way to treat them?
What's the best dark circle under-eye cream? Created: Tuesday, January 29, 2013 Updated: Wednesday, January 30, 2013
Do you always look like you had a late night? Here's how to beat those pesky under-eye circles.
How to Repurpose Old Pants for a New Wardrobe Video Created: Friday, January 11, 2013 Updated: Friday, January 11, 2013
In this About.com video, learn how to repurpose your old jeans into a new, fashionable item, with a few, simple steps.
How to Repurpose Old Dresses for a New Wardrobe Video Created: Friday, January 11, 2013 Updated: Friday, January 11, 2013
In this About.com video, learn how to repurpose old dresses for a new wardrobe, so you can look stylish without having to break the bank.
Quick Tip: How to Find Sample Sales Video Created: Monday, January 07, 2013 Updated: Monday, January 07, 2013
Sample Sales are a great way to buy designer clothes at half the price. In this About.com video, learn what a sample sale is, and where you can find these affordable, designer pieces.
Dry Skin Cures for 10 Dollars or Less Created: Monday, December 31, 2012 Updated: Monday, December 31, 2012
Don't shell out tons of money for dry skin treatments. These products are available at the drugstore and cost $10, max.
Vaseline Petroleum Jelly Created: Sunday, December 30, 2012 Updated: Sunday, December 30, 2012
Got three dollars? You can buy one the best classic beauty products still on the market today.
Burt's Bees Coconut Foot Creme Created: Sunday, December 30, 2012 Updated: Sunday, December 30, 2012
Burt's Bees does it again with a summery-smelling creme for your tired winter feet.
Neutrogena Norwegian Formula Hand Cream Created: Sunday, December 30, 2012 Updated: Sunday, December 30, 2012
Need a cure for dry, chapped hands? This super-cheap product might be for you.
Neutrogena Deep Clean Facial Cleanser Created: Friday, November 30, 2012 Updated: Friday, November 30, 2012
Do you have oily skin or problems with blackheads? Neutrogena Deep Clean Facial Cleanser might be the perfect drugstore skin care product for you.