Healthy Beauty Awards: Face

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. See more winners:Makeup,Nails,Sun,Hair,Body,$10 and Under. Buy it now Best All-Around Cleanser:Cetaphil DermaControl Foam Wash, $11 Yes! you could feel squeaky-clean without drying out skin. This frothy formula unclogs pores as it soothes. “I love that this face wash is a foam! It’s airy, not heavy, so my skin feels fresh,” our newly glowing tester says....

May 16, 2012 · 2 min · 413 words · Raymond Boyer

Healthy Beauty Awards: Hair

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. See more winners:Face,Makeup,Nails,Sun,Body,$10 and Under. “I felt like I had been to a pricey salon,” one happy latherer relates. Best Volumizing Shampoo:Moroccanoil Extra Volume Shampoo, $23 Need a lift? “My hair finally had the bounce I craveminus the frizz!” a wowed washer notes. That’s because superlight argan oil hydrates without weighing strands down....

May 16, 2012 · 2 min · 341 words · Michelle Hayes

Healthy Beauty Awards: Makeup

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. See more winners:Face,Nails,Sun,Hair,Body,$10 and Under. “The color lasted for hours and didn’t smear like my normal lipstick,” our tester says. ), they called the chic formula “long-wearing, beautiful and richly colored.” We say: definitely worth the splurge. It’s a 5 out of 5!" says our tester, who is switching out her subtle shades for this pick....

May 16, 2012 · 3 min · 431 words · Patrick Gray

How Exercise Can Make You Happy (in Just 20 Minutes!)

Then her mom calls and guilt-trips her for forgetting her aunt’s birthday. Oh, and that new guy she has been texting? Her stress hormonescortisol and adrenalineare surging. Getty For now, this will hone her recall. Allsheknows is that she’s overwhelmed. So at lunch, sheheads to the gymand hops onto the elliptical. Meredith Jenks “BDNF,” Dr. Ratey says, “is like Miracle-Gro for your brain.” Unlike those deprived mice, Woman A is feeling so good that she cranks up the elliptical....

May 16, 2012 · 5 min · 984 words · Justin Schneider

How Three Women Gave Up Tanning Beds

I’ve gone to tanning salons at least twice a week since I was 15 years old. “Hannah, 25 The Expert RX “Hannah thinks she looks more toned tan. So I said, ‘Why not actually get toned?’ To build muscle, she needed to doresistance training. With this and a good diet, she’ll feel and look stronger. I knew that if I didn’t love the workout, then I wouldn’t keep doing it....

May 16, 2012 · 2 min · 310 words · Melissa Martinez

Secrets to Landing Your Dream Job

“I launched my high-end clothing store in 2008, just in time for the recession. Soon, we hit bottom. Instead of quitting, I cut costs and sold the same styles for less. We turned a profit, and now we’re expanding! So we hired a celebrity manicurist to teach us and constantly asked for feedback from customers and employees. You get into trouble when you stop listening. “Adair Ilyinsky, cofounder, Tenoverten nail salon...

May 16, 2012 · 1 min · 202 words · Randall Morales

Staying on Point

A jock I’m not. Mountains make me dizzy; marathons make me tired. Physical risk and boldness are not my game. I’m more of an indoor, reading-by-the-window sort of person. They look so innocent and girly. But these shoes are not for the fainthearted. Pain is also involved. I think of a swan taking wing. Far from the floor. It hurts like hell. Why do I do it? Short answer: love....

May 16, 2012 · 3 min · 613 words · Katelyn Cobb

The Best Sports Bras for Every Size

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. A Cup “I need a style that stays put when Irunand gives me shape. COPYRIGHT ©2013 THE CONDÉ NAST PUBLICATIONS. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. “Michele Fragner, 30 What to look for:Bras with an ultra-cozy fabric and a snug fit. Because you don’t need a crazy amount of support, comfort is key....

May 16, 2012 · 2 min · 385 words · Jeffrey Khan

Bethenny Frankel on Being Honest, Indulging and Not Taking No for an Answer

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. “I used to starve, then binge, and I was 25 pounds heavier. I tried every diet from Beverly Hills to South Beach. Any diet that says to limit eating watermelon but processed protein bars are good means we’ve become stupid. NowI eat what I craveand ensure I’m having a balanced variety....

May 15, 2012 · 4 min · 702 words · Robert Schmidt

SELF Hearts Bethenny

Guests sipped onSkinnygirlcocktails and wine and ate delicious bites like lobster tacos, grilled salmon and crispy barbeque fries. SELF’s Laura Brounstein and publicist Carrie Gordon greet Food data pipe’s celebrity chef Anne Burrell. Lucy and the always entertaining Lisa Lampanelli. Survivor winner Jenna Morasca and Lucy Danziger. Lisa Lampanelli, Bethenny and her husband Jason Hoppy share laughs over dinner. A great group, great celebrity, great cover!

May 15, 2012 · 1 min · 66 words · Erin Cobb

The BacheloretteRecap: Introducing Emily's Suitors

Welcome back,BachelorandBachelorettelovers! We’re Alyssa and Allison, unabashed Bachelor fans and your trusty rose recappers. This season, we’ll be here, recapping every bad analogy, swoon-worthy moment and fallen man-tear. Weirdest casting choice: BrentBrady Brunch Brent has SIX kids! We have nothing against kids, but how many women want to be saddled with seven of them? Biggest surprise: JefWe were fully prepared to hate Single F Jef. He rides a skateboard. He has a pompadour....

May 15, 2012 · 2 min · 276 words · Melissa Cortez

Pool Party-Ready Swimwear

Add a bit of bling with gold jewelry, and don’t forget the sunscreen. Bikini, Maya Swimwear, $240. Coin necklace, Melody Rodgers, $150. Horn necklace, Sequin, $48. Bracelet, Sydney Evan, price upon request Day Glow Neons are making waves this season. In these sizzling colors, you’ll pop against any backdrop. High waists are also having a moment: Piping makes this over-the-tummy bottom scuba-sporty. Bikini, Michael Kors Swimwear, $252. Anchor necklace, Roxanne Assoulin for Lee Angel, $95....

May 14, 2012 · 2 min · 284 words · Anita Gardner

Kara Lindsay Seizes The Day inNewsiesand Spills on Her Stage Debut

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. Just call her the Queen of New York! Newsies, a Disney Theatrical Production under the direction of Thomas Schumachter presents Newsies, music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Jack Feldman, book by Harvey Fierstein, starring Jeremy Jordan (Jack Kelly), John Dossett (Joseph Pulitzer), Kara Lindsay (Katherine Plumber), Capathia Jenkins (Medda), Ben Fankhauser (Davey), Andrew Keenan-Bolger (Crutchie), Lewis Grosso (Les) and Matthew J....

May 10, 2012 · 4 min · 763 words · Donna Davis