It's that time of the year again. Time to pack up the cashmere, boots, and scarves, and bust out the bathing suits, maxi-dresses, and flip-flops. But, shouldn't your skin care routine get the same kind of out-with-the-old, in-with-the-new treatment, too? We think so. That's why we spoke to Heidi Waldorf, MD, director of the Laser and Cosmetic Dermatology at the Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York City. Here she shares the scoop on how to clean out your shelves and shower and stock up on the skin care items you need now. See how

What is it about laying down on a facialist's table that makes you feel so vulnerable? Maybe it's because you're inches away from your esthetician's face, with your pores, pimples, and lines hanging under a seriously bright light? Or maybe it's because the facialist always happens to have the clearest, most flawless skin? See her faves

If you have sensitive facial skin, you know how difficult it is to maintain. Sunscreens can cause an outbreak. Makeup can irritate it. Even sensitive skin treatments can cause bad reactions. But don't worry just yet, there's a silver lining out there (hurray!). There are ways to treat and even cure some of your worst sensitive facial skin issues. And to start you off, here are a few tips to help you get beautiful skin gently. read more

Fall is a busy time for most of us, so creating and following a complex beauty regimen ends up pretty low on the to-do list. But thankfully, looking and feeling beautiful doesn't have to be complicated. We tapped top skin, hair, spa, and makeup experts for their best tips to streamline your routine -- your skin will be clear and glowing, your hair will be healthy and shiny, your nails will look perfect, and the rest of you will feel pampered, pretty, and relaxed. Get to-dos

What could be better than buying a new beauty product? Um, not much, but learning how to perfectly use your products (new and old) so you can look your most beautiful every day comes very close. That's why we got experts, top beauty bloggers and savvy Facebook fans to dish on how you can play up your features, care for your skin and hair, and remedy your most common beauty concerns -- both big and small. See tips

There's something about getting a spa treatment that's transcendent. The entire ritual -- from the exhilarating moment you enter the sanctuary to the melancholy phase of checking out -- is indulgent and exhilarating. Especially when you're at a top-notch destination like the ones featured in this story. These award-winning spas are some of the best in the United States -- and for good reason. They're not only breathtaking to behold, but offer signature spa treatments steeped in either ancient methodologies, new wave thinkings or a combo of both -- all guaranteed to cure what ails you, and feel (mostly) heavenly in the process. Do them

Ok, first it needs to be stated that we do not endorse, support, or approve of purposeful skin care neglect. We do however understand, sympathize for, and commiserate with the woman who has too much on her metaphorical plate. Squeezing in facials and obsessing over a strict anti-aging routine takes serious amounts of "me"-time. Who's got that? Truth is, many of us don't. See tips

Nothing has us running for the hills more than the idea of doing a skin care treatment like a bikini wax at home -- cue horror movie soundtrack. There are some things you can do safely and easily at home, but then there are certainly hair care and skin care treatments that should be left to trusted professionals. Case in point: Loving the trendy lob (aka long bob) is one thing, but deciding to do it yourself by plopping a fruit bowl on your head (visions of the Jack in the Box commercials are running through our minds) is definitely not recommended, and will most likely demand a trip to the hair salon afterwards anyway. So leave the scissors to the pros by going in for a haircut. On the other hand, something like a deep conditioning treatment you can do at home by simply using your fave conditioner and a shower cap. Doing this once a week will help maintain shiny, healthy hair. Get tips

Be a natural beauty this spring/summer by whipping up these homemade beauty products Get recipes

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