Get Your Hummus Fix With These Unique Recipes

Toasted Sesame and White Bean Hummus No garbanzos to be found? Do like blogger Bryan Picard ofThe Bite Houseand call upon a different bean. Lemony Spinach Hummus Blogger Tami Hardeman ofRunning with Tweezerswould make Popeye proud with hergreen hummus remix. It’s your basic hummus but with a healthy boost from a lot of spinach. Plus, it looks cool. We think it’ll be an awesome conversation starter at your next party....

September 12, 2013 · 1 min · 141 words · Hannah Peterson

How To Hang On To Your Tan

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. For Fine Lines A tan can camouflage flaws like fine lines, wrinkles and cellulite. Rub it on daily and play hooky during your next spray tan session. For Sensitive Skin Don’t let red, splotchy skin take the fab out of your tan. For A Quick Fix Heading to a party but don’t have time to spray?...

September 12, 2013 · 2 min · 220 words · Jennifer Murphy

How to Recreate Classic Beauty Looks (Inspired by the Movies!)

Her bed-head hair and smudged liner had that romp-in-the-sheets vibe men still lose their ability to form words over. Steal her look and prepare for heads to turn. Now, mascara, mascara, mascara. Sultry LipsYour eyes are the focus, but you still want a makeout mouth. A soft nude creates the illusion of fullnesspillow lips. Try Maybelline New York Baby Lips Repairing Lip Balm in Peach Kiss, $4. Audrey Hepburn epitomized the look....

September 12, 2013 · 2 min · 337 words · Scott Wright

How to Wear Fall's Key Pieces

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Show-Off Skirt A booty-hugging pencil highlights your assets. Add Oomph to a Show-Off Skirt Blingy EarringsThe only jewelry you need. $265;CourtneyLeeCollection.com Sequined BagGo for color. Add Oomph to a Sleek Dress Ladylike BagThe fashionista’s briefcase. $798;Furla.com Deco NecklaceLook for bold geometric shapes. Kate Spade New York, $328;KateSpade....

September 12, 2013 · 1 min · 143 words · Joel Torres

Races It's Not Too Late to Run

Southernmost Marathon & Half Marathon October 12, Key West, FL Missing summer already? Head southway southon Columbus Day weekend to the inaugural “SoMo Marathon. Online registration closes October 5. Fee: $85 - $110. A limited number of day-of registrations will be available. Fee: $100. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the volunteer service organization New York Cares. Registration opens September 20 and is expected to sell out before race day....

September 12, 2013 · 1 min · 142 words · Deborah Smith

Shakira's Amazing Body Secrets

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Have a goal. © Condé Nast “After the delivery, you look like a shar-pei!” says the singer, 36, who spent a month at home in Barcelona getting back in shape. Tank, Well Kept, $80;WellKeptBra.com. Shorts, $320;Mackage.com. Cuff, Kara by Kara Ross, $135;Amazon.com. Ring, Lisa Freede Jewelry, $58;LisaFreede....

September 12, 2013 · 2 min · 337 words · Raymond Hill

Shop the Trend: Bright Gear for Nighttime Runs

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Asics TIL Inner Muscle Sleeveless, $60. Asics TIL Short Sleeve Tee, $52. Oakley Cool Down Top, $48. Adidas Supernova Support Tank, $45. Under Armour Flyweight T-Shirt, $30. Brooks Women’s Nightlife LSD Lite Jacket III, $85. Saucony Women’s Kinvara Nomad Jacket, $115. Asics Women’s Lite-Show Jacket, $100....

September 12, 2013 · 3 min · 435 words · Mr. Ryan Davis DVM

Show Off Your Legs in Fall's Best Fashions

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. What to shop for this season to showcase your best assets?Short dresses, short skirts and short-shorts. And no, you’re not seeing double.Our models, Aida (left) and Ieva, are twins! Tights, Falke, $39;BareNecessities.com. Boots, $995;JimmyChoo.com. Jacket, Pierre Balmain, $1,800;Shopbop.com. Sweater, Pierre Balmain, $450; Neiman Marcus....

September 12, 2013 · 2 min · 314 words · Brandon Holt

The Best Running Gear for Nighttime

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Vest, $95;Saucony.com. Under Armour Undeniable Adjustable Cap, $20;UA.com. Notice the allover glow of the stripes and patterns here. Adidas Supernova Delta Jacket, $100;Adidas.com. Sweaty Betty Adrenaline Galaxy Run Capri, $135;SweatyBetty.com. Freestyle Shark Classic watch, $60;FreestyleUSA.com. By day, the upper’s detailing looks orange; at night it burns white-hot....

September 12, 2013 · 1 min · 139 words · Adrian Rivas

The Do's and Don'ts of White Teeth

DOdrink coffee with milk. The combo creates achemical reactionthat may protect teeth. DON’Tdrink white wine and then a cup of tea or coffee. White wine is acidic, making your teeth more susceptible to stains after you drink a glass. (Swish or drink water instead!) DOeat dairy. Bonus: Hard cheeses canhelp remove food particlesleft on teeth. DON’Toverdo it on sports drinks. DOtry sheer lipsticks. Sheer pinks that have a hydrating, see-through gloss with a hint of berry tint willcounteract subtle yellowing....

September 12, 2013 · 1 min · 213 words · Andres Nguyen

The Easy Seven-Move Resistance Band Workout

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. “Unlike weights, you might use a band anywhere,” she says. Guille Faingold © Meaning: You’ll look good coming and going. You’ll need:A handled resistance band with light to medium tension. We got ours atSpri.com. Your plan:Do three sets of 12 reps of each move on alternate days....

September 12, 2013 · 1 min · 202 words · Dwayne Myers

The Hottest Hair Colors for Fall

Ombre Olivia Wilde proves that ombre isn’t over. Look for box shades like copper, truffle or strawberry and follow up with a semi-permanent clear glaze. Gold Tones Galore Taylor Swift is the master here. 2013 Getty Images You want deep, warm, buttery gold tones that are still bright. And apply a semi-permanent color gloss to help match and blend color into your ends. Espresso Brown Wanting to go dark but can’t commit to jet black strands?...

September 12, 2013 · 2 min · 218 words · Tammy Hancock

Your Greens, Rated

Boone likes to prepare turnip, beet, and other greens by wilting them. They also make a great addition to pastas and soups. They also contain folate, a B vitamin that may help reduce the risk of heart disease. COPYRIGHT ©2004 THE CONDÉ NAST PUBLICATIONS. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Another idea is to add them chopped to a pasta dish for added crunch and spice. Blanch the leaves and shoots prior to cooking, suggests Dulanthat will take the edge off the bitterness....

September 12, 2013 · 1 min · 105 words · Maria Peters