Ten Most-Asked Beauty Questions
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 How can I make my teeth look whiter?
You may just need to step up your brushing routine. Fight plaque (a major cause of dingy teeth) by brushing and flossing at least twice a day or after every meal. (We like CIose-Up toothpaste and a plaque-fighting rinse like Viadent.) AIso, think about what goes into your mouth. Coffee, tea, and cigarettes, for example, can stain teeth. And don't forget to visit your dentist for a checkup and cleaning. Source: dentist Dr. John O'Brien.
What can I do to get rid of the static in my hair?
The two major reasons for flyaway hair are low humidity (which is more common during the winter) and blow-drying. To control the problem, follow these tips:
. Apply an instant conditioner daily: This makes hair more manageable by locking in moisture.
. After shampooing, use a comb or a rubber-bristle brush (nylon and plastic bristles induce static).
.Mist combs and brushes with hair spray or an antistatic spray like Static Guard.
No matter how much I wash my face, I still have blackheads. I feel like putting a bag over my head. What can I do?
Unfortunately, you can't wash blackheads away because they aren't dirt. (They're plugs of dried sebum, dead skin cells, and debris that clog your skin's pores.) To combat these blemishes, wash your face with mild soap twice aday, then apply a benzoyl peroxide product (we suggest Clearasil creams, Oxy lotions, and Fostexgels). Source: dermatologist Dr. Jack Rozen.
Help! What can I do to stop biting my nails?
Start by giving your nails a lot of TLC:
. Seek out a local manicurist for professional advice and at home techniques.
. Invest in a few tools: nail polish and remover, base and top coat, nail and cuticle moisturizer, nail files, and cotton balls. Then, once a week, give your nails "the treatment." When your nails begin to look longer, you're bound to feel better about yourself and about showing off your hands! Source: Margaret Gole, manicurist, Clive Summers Salon, New York.
My "Iove handles" are un-bare-able. What can I do to get rid of them?
Love handles are really just excess fat deposited at your waist. How to whittle them away? Create an aerobic routine you'lI enjoy - and one you won't get bored with. Try dancing or jogging for about twenty minutes at a time. For maximum fat burning, work up to thirty minutes, three to five times a week. To fine-tune your waist, do abdominal curls (to tone the middle area) and twisting exercises (to sculpt the sides).
What can I do about the "cellulite" on my thighs? lt looks awful.
To give your skin a smoother look and feel, try using a special treatment. (We like Clarins "Cellulite" Control Gel.) Massage a smaIl amount of the gel onto thighs in an upward motion. Of course, this treatment alone won't eliminate the "orange peel" effect. To reduce fat in this area, you have to tone the whole body with an aerobics workout, like cycling or swimming.
Lately I've been waking up with puffy eyes. What could be causing them?
Chances are you're just plain tired! Take a good look at your lifestyle. Are you run-down from hard work, hard play, or a poor diet? All of these can cause puffiness. Balance your active time with a little R and R. One great way to soothe and "depuff" eyes: Use coId cucumbers.
Lie down, and place smaIl slices of cucumber on your eyelids for twenty minutes. If puffiness persists, consult your physician. You may have an aIlergy.
Help! WiIl I have to Iive with my double chin forever?
Not necessarily. Double chins are usually hereditary deposits of "baby fat," which will probably disappear as you mature and your facial features become more angular. Unfortunately, no amount of exercising can reduce a double chin, but if you're overweight, follow a healthy diet and don't overdose on junk food and rich desserts (this causes puffiness). When you lose weight, your face should thin out naturally. Source: Dr. Carl HeIlmond.
Bad weather gets me and my hair down. What can I do about droopy hair?
Here are some tips to follow when it turns rainy or muggy.
. Wash your hair more - but condition it less (every other day or just once a week, when the humidity really soars).
. Don't fight your hair. Work with its natural tendencies when the weather turns damp.
. Prevent excess buildup by diluting gels and mousses and using fewer styling products. Source: Louis Barreiro, hairstylist, Headrooms salon, New York.
Ouch! My skin gets so irritated when I shave. How can I prevent this?
Follow these smooth moves for sleek skin:
. Whenever possible, shave in the shower. The steam opens pores, making hair removal easier.
. Avoid using scented shaving products, and change disposable razors often.
. After shaving, use a light moisturizer or use a razor with a built-in moisturizing strip (we like Gillette Daisy Plus).
Source: Seventeen Magazine
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