Best of Beauty Articles

One of my New Year's resolutions is to pamper my hair more often.  It's long, colour-treated, and most days has a mind of its own.  While using a serum is a no-brainer way to boost shine and manageability, starting with the right conditioner is even more important.

These are the top 8 reader-rated conditioners on ChickAdvisor right now:

For Every Day
(1) Garnier Fructis Color Shield...

We've been talking about our top-rated Makeup and Skincare products of 2010, as well as your favourite featured Recipes on ChickAdvisor.   Today it's all about Bath & Body.

PrepDeodorant: Top Splurge - Secret Clinical Strength (1); Top Steal - Dove Ultimate Clear Anti-Perspirant(2)
Body Wash: Top Splurge - Philosophy Ultra Rich 3-in-1 (3); Top Steal - Dove Deep Moisture...

While flawless makeup is key to finishing your look with flair, radiant and healthy skin is where it all begins.  Here are the top-ranked Skincare Must-Haves on ChickAdvisor for 2010:

CleanseCleanser: Top Splurge - Philosophy Purity Made Simple (1); Top Steal - Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser (2)
Exfoliator: Top Splurge - Neutrogena Wave Power Cleaner (3); Top Steal - St Ives Apricot Scrub (4)

This site is all about dishing on products you love and reading recommendations you trust for new options to try.  Which makeup products topped your list this year? 

The 'Eyes' Have ItMascara: Top Splurge - Dior Diorshow (1); Top Steal - CoverGirl LashBlast (2)
Eye Shadow: Top Splurge - MAC Eye Shadow (3); Top Steal - Maybelline New York Eye Studio (4)
Eyeliner Pencil: Top Splurge...

Whatever the season's Beauty Look, the one trend that never goes out of style is rich, youthfully glossy hair.  These are the most popular cuticle-taming hair serums on ChickAdvisor right now:


(1) Biosilk Silk Therapy is ideal for all hair types and worth the investment ($18-ish)

(2) One reader said "Moroccanoil is my hair's Crack In A Bottle" - a hit with users and beauty editors...

With crisp breezes and frosty mornings comes dry flaky skin: it's time to bring out the big guns and layer on a soothing body lotion.  It's no surprise that the intensive moisturizers top our list over the creams that merely "smell nice".  Did your must-have product make the cut?


(1) Vaseline Sheer Infusion ($10) has sat at the top of our Hotlist for a long time, thanks to its...

You love liquid foundation for the dewy natural glow it gives you.  Keep that look fresh all day long by setting your foundation with the right powder.  Here are your 8 favourite powder products on ChickAdvisor right now:


(1) Maybelline New York's Mineral Power Pressed Powder Finishing Veil masks minor blemishes with a matte finish.

(2) Make Up For Ever HD Microfinish Powder matches...

If New York Fashion Week is any indication, minimalist Makeup will be a hot trend come Spring 2011. Arguably the most difficult look to pull off, the most important factor (other than a flawless complexion) is a perfectly matched foundation.  These are the 8 Top Rated Liquid Foundations on ChickAdvisor right now:

(1) You love Maybelline New York Dream Liquid Mousse for its perfect coverage of...

Whether you're burning the candle at both ends or just having difficulties waking up to the unaccustomed dark of an early autumn morning, those puffy eyes will stay put unless you take steps to set them straight.  These are the 5 most popular eye creams on ChickAdvisor right now:


(1) Marcelle Essentials 1st Wrinkles Eye Contour Cream refreshes with a cooling tingle as you apply.

(2) Garnier...