Wearing sunscreen is annoying. It takes time to apply (and reapply) and isn't the most enjoyable product to have on your skin. But we all know we need it to prevent skin cancer and fight aging -- right? That said, with so many sunscreen formulas to choose from you may be left wondering which one is right for you. Gel, lotion, spray? Sweat-proof, waterproof, chemical, natural? SPF 15, 30, 45, 70? Where do you begin? Take this quiz to find your perfect SPF match and pick up a few application tips. Michelle Mismas is the editor of All Lacquered Up. Sunscreen quiz

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May 27, 2008  |   3:05 PM  |  71 Comments

Dealing with red, painful sunburns -- not to mention impending sunspots and wrinkles -- is no way to spend an outdoor vacation. But there's no need to spend precious downtime researching the perfect sunscreen at the drugstore aisle; TotalBeauty.com reviewers have done the work for you. Next time you head outdoors, remember to slather on one of these winning SPFs. (Your skin will thank you later.) Top sunscreens

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May 13, 2008  |  12:05 PM  |  6 Comments

It takes commitment to apply stretch mark treatments two to three times daily over several months. So if they don't work, wouldn't you like to know before buying one? "Products containing ingredients like alpha hydroxy acids combined with retinol (or vitamin A), cayenne pepper, tiger's herb, vitamin C -- anything that encourages collagen or elastin (elastic tissue) production and circulation can help," says dermatologist Dr. Murad. Stretch mark test

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April 23, 2008  |  12:04 PM  |  24 Comments

Beauty info gets passed through the generations but is some of it urban legend? See if you can determine what's myth and what's not. Beauty myths quiz

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April 1, 2008  |  12:04 PM  |  64 Comments

We tracked down dermatologist Dr. Heidi Waldorf, aesthetician Olga Lorencin-Northrup and natural skincare specialist Liz Earle to help identify the most effective ingredients to address your eye-area concerns. So whether you're ready to dump your current eye treatment or still testing the water, take this quiz to find out whether your product fits their recommendations. Eye cream quiz

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March 27, 2008  |   2:03 PM  |  111 Comments

Getting ahead of yourself when it comes to skin care is easy to do. With so many products containing beneficial ingredients like antioxidants, retinoids, peptides, acids, etc., it's easy to think that you need to use them all -- now! But pace yourself; different ages have different skin issues and sometimes (most times) less is more. We talked to dermatologist Dr. Heidi Waldorf and Kinara Spa owner, aesthetician Olga Lorencin, who both agreed. Here's the scoop on what products you should think about using in your 20s, 30s, 40s and 50s to keep your skin looking great. Find your regime

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March 6, 2008  |  11:03 AM  |  89 Comments

Is an "imperfect" facial feature messing with your confidence? Believe it or not, sometimes what can be done with a knife or needle can also be done with a brush or wedge sponge -- and a trick called contouring. Follow these makeup artist-approved tips on giving yourself a temporary makeover without looking like you're trying too hard. (Bonus: No downtime!) Makeup tips

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February 8, 2008  |  12:02 AM  |  6 Comments

We've got the facts straight on everything from wrinkles to acne, but do you? See if you can separate these myths from reality. Take the quiz

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January 11, 2008  |   2:01 PM  |  91 Comments

We spend hundreds on youth-enhancing face lotions -- but when's the last time your hands got some love? "Hands show aging more than the face," says Los Angeles-based dermatologist Dr. Howard Murad. Good point. So we had 10 testers review hand creams for two weeks. Which ones offered the best hydration -- and which were just greasy? Find out in the ratings. View creams

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January 10, 2008  |   5:01 PM  |  39 Comments

Am I the only one who spent years slapping on products, just kinda praying that they'd stack up in a semi-logical way? I wondered, "Do antioxidant serums go before acne treatments? Eye cream before moisturizer?" Does it matter? Read up to see what experts had to say about your morning and evening regimens: View order

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October 1, 2007  |   1:10 PM  |  23 Comments

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