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Gorgeous, Gluten-free and Less Toxic from Head-to-Toe
by Elisabeth Veltman photography by Daniel E. Johnson Ah, the pretty little bottles on your bathroom shelves. I used to arrange mine to display perfectly: logos front, colors coordinated, and carefully chosen for
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Spring Makeup Trends are Nothing to Shy Away From
by Caroline Higgins Although we are still awaiting concrete evidence that spring has arrived in West Michigan, that does not mean we should shy away from the bold and beautiful colors that define spring
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Raw Beauty from the Kitchen
Honey-Avocado Invigorating and Revitalizing Hair Treatment Makes 1 application 1 medium avocado – peeled and stoned 2 tablespoons honey Mash together the ingredients in a small bowl. Massage into hair. Leave for 20-30 minutes. Wash hair as
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ART IN BLOOM: Bringing Another Sense to the Art Museum
by Kelly LeCoy Q: What do a permanent art collection and fresh floral designs have in common? A: A creative and stunning exhibition returning this month to the Grand Rapids Art Museum (GRAM). Art in
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Home Alone
Enjoy a taste of the good life with indulgences that are made even better when you enjoy them at home; alone.
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Surprising Skin Aging Antagonists: Face the Facts
Doing the wrong thing can certainly speed up your skin’s aging process, and you might be surprised at what some of those no-no’s are. Here are 5 ways to ensure you continue to put
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Ring in a Year of Renewal
by Dianna Stampfler Spa pedi party at Grand Traverse Resort & Spa With the arrival of a new year, comes a renewed energy. A time to escape the mundane day-to-day for something refreshing and
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11 Winter Beauty Tips
Revamping a health and beauty regimen for winter comfort takes just a little effort. Here are 11 tips that will benefit you and your appearance all season long. 1. Adding moisture to your environment
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Mary Leslie: An Engaging Flair for Beauty
by Esmeralda Villalobos photography by Two Eagles Marcus Have you spent a significant amount of time (and money) experimenting with various makeups, colors and hairdos searching for the look that complements and expresses the
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The Perfect Colors for You
by Marianne Bockheim I‘ve heard many times over that women are unsure of what colors will look good on them. As a makeup artist, it has always been easy for me to just simply
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