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This Summer: Stay in Shape without a Gym Membership

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(StatePoint) It’s not as easy to hide under layers of clothing during the summer. You’ll want to look your best in those shorts, t-shirts and bathing suits; as such, staying in shape is key.

Updated: May 16

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Thursday 05/02/2013

Your Love Can Help You Win $11,000 Diamond Earrings

Updated: May 03, 2013 - 2:33 am

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(NAPSI)--Wedding bands and engagement rings are more than gifts to mark an occasion; they symbolize a couples eternal love and commitment. Now, that everlasting love can also lead to more lovely jewelry. Thats because through May 21, 2013, people can share their stories of Everlasting Love online for a chance to win $11,000 Erica Courtney diamond earrings.

Give The Gift Of Diamonds

Updated: May 03, 2013 - 2:33 am

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(NAPSI)Diamonds are a special gift to give and receive. Give the gift of diamonds this Mothers Day to show how much you care. After all, a girl can always have more diamonds.

The Powerful Role Fashion Plays In Self-Expression

Updated: May 03, 2013 - 2:33 am

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(NAPSI)—Before you head out to shop this season’s trends, perhaps it’s worth considering how fashion makes you feel and what different fashion pieces can say about you. Sometimes, fashion speaks louder than words.

Thursday 04/25/2013

How Miss America Stays Chic

Updated: April 26, 2013 - 2:33 am

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(NAPSI)—You don’t have to be Mallory Hagan to look like Miss America—or, at any rate, to dress like her.

Monday 04/22/2013

Trends in Natural Color Diamonds Shine in Everyday Fashion

Updated: April 23, 2013 - 2:32 am

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(NewsUSA) - Spring and summer are synonymous with a flurry of wedding activities. Although engagement rings and wedding bands are the main jewelry at a wedding, fine jewelry is actually the most considered choice for all of the gifts surrounding the romantic affair -- bride gifts, groom gifts, gifts for the mother of the bride, not to mention tokens of appreciation for bridesmaids and groomsmen.

Thursday 04/11/2013

Save Your Skin From Stress

Updated: April 13, 2013 - 2:32 am

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(NAPSI)—Wearing your heart on your sleeve is one thing; wearing your stress on your skin is another. It’s something you don’t want.

Thursday 04/04/2013

Protect Your Skin and Hair While You Swim

Updated: April 05, 2013 - 2:32 am

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(NAPSI)—Summer is right around the corner, and for many families, that means it’s the season for pool time fun. Swimming is not only the ideal way to cool off, it’s also great exercise and supports a healthy lifestyle.

Five Ways To Save Yourself From The Sun's Rays

Updated: April 05, 2013 - 2:32 am

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(NAPSI)--It’s a bright idea to save your skin from the damage that can come from too much sun. Unprotected exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light can put you at risk for skin cancer, which, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, is the most common form of cancer in the United States.

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Thursday 04/04/2013

A Restorative Solution For Every Skin Type

Updated: April 05, 2013 - 2:32 am

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(NAPSI)—Making the most of the skin you’re in may be easier than many women realize. The fact is, well-balanced skin reveals its own natural health and radiance.

Tuesday 04/02/2013

For a fit that flatters, color matters

Updated: April 03, 2013 - 2:32 am

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Nothing is black and white about fashion trends, unless the trend is black and white fashion. From the streets of SoHo to the fast lanes of Los Angeles, to the downtown in every hometown in between, fashion stories are currently being told on polar ends of the gray scale: black and white blocks, herringbones, checks, prints, and the neutrals black and white make in tandem.

Thursday 03/14/2013

Dare To Go Bare--And Be

Updated: March 16, 2013 - 2:32 am

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(NAPSI)—The latest look to wear is one that’s nearly not there: From nude lips to nude nails to nude legs, it’s all about accentuating your best assets with a little help from the latest accessory trends.

Monday 03/04/2013

Expert skin care tips for glowing skin on your wedding day

Updated: March 11, 2013 - 2:33 am

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(BPT) - The ideal dress, the perfect menu, the heartfelt vows – to these add another necessity of your dream wedding: gorgeous, glowing skin. Throughout your entire wedding – from the moment you start walking down the aisle to when you exchange vows to your first dance as man and wife – the focus is on your face. Beautiful skin is essential, and with some expert tips, achieving it doesn’t have to be difficult.

Wednesday 02/20/2013

How to eat your heart out and lower your heart disease risk

Posted: February 20, 2013

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Every day your heart makes enough energy to drive a truck 20 miles. To do this, your heart needs a little help from you. Just like a well-running automobile, your heart needs fuel to keep it chugging along.

Wednesday 02/06/2013

Want to get paid to go to the gym? Become a personal trainer

Updated: February 13, 2013 - 2:32 am

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(BPT) - One upside to the burgeoning obesity epidemic is that it’s fueling the growth of jobs in the fitness industry.

Friday 01/25/2013

Diamonds: A Responsible Approach

Updated: January 26, 2013 - 2:39 am

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(NAPSI)—There’s good news for those who want to make sure the diamond they give came to the marketplace in a responsible manner.

Thursday 01/10/2013

New Product Fights Lines And Wrinkles

Updated: January 12, 2013 - 2:33 am

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(NAPSI)—A new skin care product is formulated to fight wrinkles and improve skin’s elasticity within weeks, using the benefits of copper.

Wednesday 12/26/2012

Take Aim At Skin Imperfections

Updated: December 28, 2012 - 2:35 am

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(NAPSI)When it comes to skincare, women and men are taking serious aim at enlarged pores.

It's A Brand-New Time To Refresh Your Lifestyle--For Less

Updated: December 28, 2012 - 2:35 am

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(NAPSI)—From New Year’s resolutions to springtime renewal, there are excellent places to reinvigorate your wardrobe, your home and even yourself.

Monday 12/17/2012

Top 5 fit and style tips to bring out your best

Updated: December 18, 2012 - 2:34 am

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Like snowflakes, we’re beautifully shaped in our own unique way. But with all the images we see in the media, it’s hard to find clothes that make us feel good about our “flurry” of unique features.

Thursday 12/06/2012

Choosing the Right Watch for Your Personal Style

Updated: December 07, 2012 - 2:34 am

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(NewsUSA) - These days, watches definitely aren't just for telling time. No, today's timepieces are more about making a very clear statement.

Friday 11/30/2012

Give the Gift of the Outdoors this Holiday Season

Updated: December 05, 2012 - 2:46 am

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(NAPSI)—Here’s an idea for a new holiday tradition: Unplug the electronics and enjoy the outdoors.

Women Placed At The Center Of The Universe In New Jewelry Collection

Updated: December 05, 2012 - 2:46 am

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(NAPSI)—There’s good news for those looking for a holiday gift for that special someone. A new collection of diamond jewelry celebrates the unique, beautiful woman who is an important presence in your life, holds everything together or keeps in motion the many different aspects of the universe you share.

Monday 11/26/2012

Scent-sational Gift Ideas

Updated: November 27, 2012 - 2:37 am

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(NAPSI)—Some people have a knack for giving gifts. Those who do often choose their presents based on the recipient’s personality, turning gifting into an art that brings pleasure to all.

Caring For Your Skin In Winter

Updated: November 27, 2012 - 2:37 am

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(NAPSI)—For many, cold weather can mean dry, irritated skin. In fact, it’s estimated that almost 20 percent of people in the U.S. suffer from severely dry skin or eczema—a general term that refers to skin that is inflamed, swollen and irritated. Red, itchy, irritated skin that doesn’t properly retain moisture is a common symptom of eczema. Fortunately, there are ways to help prevent eczema and treat it when it flares up.