As I may have mentioned, this weekend I am sunning on the beach in Long Beach, California…err…I mean, doing really important market research.
I’ve been here for 3 hours, and I’m already sunburnt!
It’s no laughing matter, and I need to learn from my mistakes so that I’d never do it again (as in two weeks from now in Mexico).
I called in the big guns.
Here’s some tips from Dr. Anthony Griffin, celebrity plastic surgeon and red carpet commentator.
Keep your skin hydrated naturally
Your skin is best hydrated by drinking plenty of water. Also, when washing, use a gentle cleanser and …read more

As you may have read, I’m currently in Montauk on a girlfriends’ getaway (cleverly masked as a “press familiarization excursion”) at the absolutely fabulous Montauk Yacht Club.
We have high hopes of hitting the beach – I have not one but TWO hot new swimsuits with me – but as of now, storm clouds are a-brewing.
If by some miracle, the sun comes out tomorrow, I shall still have ridiculously fair skin – and need to be well-prepared. I consulted with Dr. Ronald Moy, newly elected as president of the American Academy of Dermatology, and he gave me some awesome advice …read more

This is the season where it’s more important than ever to achieve a sun-kissed look – even if it’s entirely fabricated!
We checked with one of our favorite beauty experts, Mally Roncal of Mally Beauty, who gave us some fabulous pointers on how to achieve that look before we even get to the beach.
You have to have that all-important bronzer!
The most natural looking way to apply is to actually begin on the jaw line, just behind your ear. Gently smooth and swirl the product all the way across your jaw line and all around the perimeter of the face. Don’t forget …read more

Ever been about to buy glasses online, and then be halted by sheer, unadulterated fear that they will be ALL wrong for you?
Silhouette, known for their rimless styles, now lets you “try” glasses on before buying them – through the web! Their site has something they are calling a Virtual Mirror, a interactive tool allowing readers to upload images of their face and tailor the ideal pair of glasses. There’s over 400 options, including:
· Base model
· Accent colors
· …read more

It’s not what you think.
However, my job (woe is me!) is taking me to both southern California and South Beach during the month of January – and despite my exclamations otherwise, pale is NOT the new tan. I must be prepared.
Or at least be able to fake it well.
Whether you are looking for a healthy “Hawaiian” glow all year long or just searching for an ideal solution for fast getaway, Booty Butter Tanning Lotion by Bikini Kitchen is an option you may want to consider.
Booty Butter Tanning Lotion is a browning lotion (no innovation there!), but it contains 100% all-natural …read more

Alas, we all know the dangers of UV now, too bad we didn’t know when we were sunbathing in baby oil with a double album covered in tin foil!
Nothing we can do about that now, but we can prevent further damage by using sunscreen every day and by applying nutrients.
The only problem for us is that after we shower and dry and preen, we really are in no state of mind to apply some industrial grade products.
This is why we love Bethesda Sunscreen Soap. You apply it when you wash in the shower…and  you have just fed your skin with …read more