Cosmopolitan articles from September 2004

Cosmopolitan archives from September 2004

Get a fun and fabulous daily dose of Cosmo by clicking on cosmopolitan.com.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Heat up your screen Gaze at gorgeous guys all day by decorating your computer desktop with one of our delicious downloadable hotties. We have 10 designs to choose from at www.cosmopolitan.com/wallpaper. Go-to-Your-Gyno Reminder Be safe and...

Brittany's style hints.(The Cosmo Cover Look; Brittany Murphy)(Brief Article)(Interview)
September 1, 2004... WIN IT! Five lucky Cosmo readers will win all the makeup shown at left, plus Lancome's Juicy Tubes in Fruity Pop and Palette Mix Complexion Kit, a combined value of $135 for each winner. See page 330 for details. COVER-STAR STATS ...

Behind the scenes at Cosmopolitan.(From The Editor)
September 1, 2004... WE REALLY LIKED HER! Recently, the charming Ereka Vetrini from The Apprentice stopped by Cosmo to give staffers her personal take on what happened behind the boardroom walls: Contestants weren't allowed to leave their hotel suites without...

It's your time to shine!(Brief Article)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2004... DIAMOND MANICURE Diamond Strength helps stop nails from breaking! Diamond Cuticle Creme fortifies nails with micro-diamond particles. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] SLIMMING BEAUTY Visibly improve the appearance of cellulite with...

Look and feel your best.(Brief Article)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2004... LIPS! LIPS! LIPS! Daily Lip Moisturizer is an 8-pack of nourishing moisture tints plus an advanced lip repair. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] KISSABLE LIPS Lip Grip + Plumper basecoat locks on lipcolor & plumps lips. ...

July issue.(You Tell Us)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2004... "'When He Doesn't Love You Back' was a real eye-opener. Thank you for printing articles that women can related to." --Eva Ramos, San Antonio

Awesome Angelina.(You Tell Us)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2004... "The July issue has to be the best ever! I am a straight female and I think Angelina Jolie is the most gorgeous thing in the world." --Erika Winstead, Kingsport, Tenn.

Lose that loser.(You Tell Us)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2004... "Thank you for "When He Doesn't Love You Back.' After reading your article and realizing how dumb I was to chase after a dead dream, I cut the cord." --Lailonna Thompson, Edmonton, AB, Canada

Love lessons.(You Tell Us)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2004... "I was in the worst mood over some info my boyfriend told me about his past relationship, and I was so relieved to see 'Love Law 5: He's Gonna Have a Fall-From-Grace Moment--Deal With It' in '8 Big Love Truths Every Cosmo Girl Must Know.' You...

Size matters.(You Tell Us)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2004... "'Scary Down-There Discoveries' was a very interesting article, to say the least, but I think there was one issue you missed: What's the politically correct way to handle a man with 'small material'?" --Sandra

Lethal love affair.(You Tell Us)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2004... "'How a Sweet Girl Fell for a Killer' really hit home for me. After a bad breakup, I dated a guy who later stole my purse and credit cards. I feel lucky to have walked away with my life. Your article helped me see that this kind of situation...

Randy Readers.(You Tell Us)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2004... "All I had to do was show my man your article 'What Men Crave the Most in Bed' and now he's buying me Cosmo. I absolutely loved the article too. Thanks a lot."--Michelle, Illinois

Guy test-drive: one man mouths off about the July issue of Cosmo.(You Tell Us)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2004... "'Sex Secrets He'll Never Share' was true, but I find that both girls and guys imagine doing it with their partner's friends, which is fine as long as you're not acting on it. 'How to Tell He Loves You' was right on. When a guy fixes stuff,...

Split decision.(You Tell Us)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2004... (RAVE) "Thank you so much for the article 'What It's Like to Be Pregnant.' I'm expecting a baby and due soon, so it was really reassuring to read something like this in your magazine." --Lori Fortune, Victoria, BC, Canada (RANT) "I...

10 things not to do in front of his parents.(September Cosmo commandments)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... 1 Laughing hysterically, tell his shocked parents that until you set him straight, their son actually thought--and they won't believe this--the G-spot was a nightclub. 2 Take one look at the meal his mom just spent all afternoon cooking...

Hot-tub flub.(Confessions)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... "My boss was going on vacation with her family, and she asked me to house-sit for her while she was away. She lives in this crowded suburban apartment complex, so I didn't have a lot of privacy during the day, but late at night, I'd invite my...

Sweat Revenge.(Confessions)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... "My college roommate, Mary, and I were close until she became good friends with Fran, this bitchy girl who lived down the hall. Once Mary started bonding with her, Fran practically moved into our room and took over my space. She borrowed...

Livin' La Vida broke-a.(Confessions)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... "Last year, I went on a trip to the Caribbean with my mom. When we got to our resort, I met this handsome Spanish guy who also happened to be staying there, and we made plans to go out that night. After my mom went to sleep, I snuck out of our...

Pink slip-up.(Confessions)
September 1, 2004... "I dug this rocker guy who was obsessed with Pink Floyd. One weekend, I ran into him at a party, and he invited me to his place to hook up. When we arrived at his room, I noticed a framed picture of Pink Floyd hanging on the wall above his bed....

You've got male.(Confessions)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... "When I was a senior in college, I was incredibly annoyed with this skeevy freshman who kept pursuing me and wouldn't take no for an answer. Somehow he had my class schedule memorized and always happened to find me throughout the day. If I'd go...

Hard-on drive.(Confessions)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... "I'm a technology specialist at a computer hardware company. While I was at work one day, my manager told me that a new junior employee was starting tomorrow and would need my help clocking in. When I walked into my office the next morning and...

Class Ass.(Confessions)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... "My fiance, John, and I are crazy about each other, but we rarely spend time together because he's in the military and I'm in college. He came out to visit me one weekend, and when I went to chemistry lab the following Monday morning, I was on...

Towel off.(Confessions)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... "While I was on a cruise, I noticed there was a smokin' staffer who worked as a towel boy at the pool. At night, he would go down to the ship's club and dance. He had some smooth moves, so I could only imagine what he'd be like between the...

Blond bombshell.(Confessions)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... "After dating this guy for two years, my best friend found out he'd been cheating on her. To make matters worse, he was messing around with one of her friends from work. I went to high school with the other girl and thought she was a skank. At...

Stiff competition.(Guy Confessions)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... "I'm employed by a rental-car company, and one of my coworkers and I were hotly competing for a promotion. One night, I was working on an assignment that was due early the next morning, and if I didn't finish it would cost me the promotion. As...

Check mate.(Guy Confessions)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... "When I moved to Chicago, I lived with this guy who was irresponsible with his cash. He was always blowing his funds on impractical stuff like designer sunglasses. One month, he informed me that he couldn't pay rent and I'd have to cover for...

Lust in translation.(Guy Confessions)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... "Sometimes my girlfriend, Jessica, and I can't meet for a while, so we'll have phone sex. One night, we were talking dirty on our cells and got disconnected. A minute later, my phone rang and Jessica's home number flashed on the display....

Snake in the grass.(Guy Confessions)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... "I had this math professor freshman year who I hated. Whenever I answered a problem incorrectly during a lecture, she would make fun of me, and she gave horrific pop quizzes that made my course grade plummet. One evening when there were two...

Pissy in Pink.(Guy Confessions)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... "Right before my girl's birthday, my buddies and I were shopping and we passed a pawnshop. I glanced in the window and saw a beautiful ring with a pink stone. My girlfriend's favorite color is pink, so I bought it and had them wrap it at the...

We can't believe he showed his face!(Guy Confessions)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... "While I was dating this female lifeguard, I left for military training. I gave her my house keys, and when I returned a few months later, I walked in to find her having sex with my friend. I used to be a lifeguard and knew her supervisor, so I...

Just desserts.(Guy Confessions)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... "One of my female friends was dating a colossal jerk, and on the night of their one-year anniversary, she called me crying. It turned out that while she was getting it on with her guy, he said another girl's name. I was supposed to go out with...

Jaws, the sequel.(Guy Confessions)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... "In my first semester of college, a group of my guy friends and I had a rager. This cute girl Carol, who commuted from home and usually didn't go to parties, showed. We chatted, and after a while, I invited her up to my room. We began making...

Three-fling circus.(Guy Confessions)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... "I live in San Francisco, and one week, three of my buddies' friends came to visit him from DC. They were girls, and all of them were single and extremely hot. I couldn't pick which one to focus on for the week and wanted to go for all three,...

An hour with Brittany Murphy: she's had her share of struggles lately--a broken engagement and a family illness--but through it all, Brittany Murphy manages to stay the upbeat, lovable girl. Here, she talks about her secret passion and why she refuses to give up on love.(The Cosmo Interview)(Interview)(Cover Story)
September 1, 2004... "I'm still friends with all of my ex-boyfriends but one. The most important thing is to preserve the friendship and make it grow." * Brittany Murphy arrives at her temporary office space where she's set up her production company, BAM...

Informer.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Q: Where's the dress J.Lo was going to wear to wed Ben? A: It's probably still in her closet. Jennifer asked wedding-dress designer Vera Wang to create a gown for her and then reportedly requested that Vera give it to her for free (the...

What their hands are saying.(informer; body-language)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Body-language expert Doe Lang, PhD, author of The New Secrets of Charisma, analyzes the handholds of these Hollywood duos. JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE AND CAMERON DIAZ Justin's arm is on top of Cameron's, which means he's taking the lead in...

Hollywood mini-me's.(informer)
September 1, 2004... People are spending thousands of dollars on plastic surgery to get a famous face. The following kids got one for free. Cindy Crawford and Kaia Kaia even dresses up like a Minnie. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Julianne Moore And Cal We're...

Signature styles.(informer)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... These celebs have fashion all figured out: Find a look that flatters your shape and stick with it. Mischa Barton The staple of Mischa's wardrobe: Flirty, body-skimming skirts that draw attention to Nose killer long legs and add subtle...

Amber Tamblyn.(Fun Fearless Female)(Brief Article)(Interview)
September 1, 2004... BABE BIO Age: 21 Current gig: Joan Girardi on Joan of Arcadia Where you've seen her: As Emily Quartermaine on General Hospital Romantic status: Dating a music producer DIRTY LITTLE SECRET "Give me a dirty guy who's...

Enrique Murciano.(Hunk Of The Month)(Brief Article)(Interview)
September 1, 2004... * It's no mystery. When this Cuban cutie isn't busy tracking down missing persons on his crime drama, he can be found chillin' with his honey, supermodel Molly Sims. Thankfully, he pried himself away to chat with Cosmo. Has anyone ever...

Party pix.(informer)
September 1, 2004... Judging from this picture, Jessica Capshaw is Christina Applegate's Anchorwoman. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Jay-Z must have arrived. The tip-off? P. Diddy looks scared and Beyonce appears smitten. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Gwyneth...

Guys with really good jeans: every hot-blooded girl appreciates a buff, shirtless, denim-clad dude. Think if we stare at these men long enough we could figure out a way to get between them and their dungarees?(Man Manual)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... "I love it when a pair of tight jeans really hugs a guy's butt... especially when the booty is all mine for the taking." --Audrey, 35 "There's something so bad boy about a dude in dark denim. It's like I just want to get rowdy with...

Is he ready to get serious? Discover the subtle and surprising signs that your new love interest could be looking to settle down with you.(guy spy)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... * He rarely mentions his ex. A guy who has no interest in making a fling the real thing will constantly bring up his ex... in a good or bad light. However, if he leaves her where she belongs--in the past--save for a few necessary...

The secret he wants to spill: tough love turns us on big-time.(guy spy)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... It's great when you put us in our place. Like when we spew a bunch of bull, talk without thinking, or act the macho fool and you call us out on it with a lightning-fast quip and raised eyebrows. It's damn sexy... and here are two reasons why...

Cosmo Web poll.(guy spy)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... 71% OF BACHELORS WOULD LIKE TO BE MARRIE BY THE TIME THEY'RE 30

Read between his lines.(guy spy)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... HE SAYS: "Maybe we should slow down." HE MEANS: "Maybe you should slow down." SOURCE: PAUL L. FAIR, PHD, COAUTHOR OF I'M RIGHT. YOU'RE WRONG. NOW WHAT?

Girlie stuff he secretly gets off on: he checks his testosterone at the door when it comes to these four things.(his point of view)
September 1, 2004... * Most dudes will admit to a fondness for football, Bud (bottled, not canned), and nasty-smelling cigars. But owning up to an appreciation for things geared toward the estrogen set is another story. Since I'm confident in my manhood, I have no...

"The boys caught me".(guys speak out)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... "I bumped into a guy from my intramural soccer team at a beauty salon. He was waiting for his girlfriend. I was secretly having my unibrow waxed."--Rick Passanante "My sisters turned me on to concealer to hide a gnarly bruise, but when I...

Guy without his shirt: check out this month's half-naked hunk.(Man Manual)(Ibrehem Rahman)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Name: Ibrehem Rahman Age: 26 Height: 6 feet 3 inches Weight: 195 pounds Sign: Pisces Hometown: Birmingham, Alabama Favorite thing: "I'm thinking about opening a health-food supermarketease because I'm so into...

How to handle her bad mood.(cosmo for your guy)
September 1, 2004... * It's obvious your girl is not happy (the pouty face and silent treatment were tip-offs). Problem is, you can't put your finger oil exactly what's wrong, so you're not sure how to deal. Never fear: We'll tell you how to proceed (with caution)...

Women who talk about sex a lot are slutty.(Myth of the Month)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... "I've been in a relationship with the same guy for the last three years, and I love talking about sex. It's one of my favorite things, so why wouldn't it be a topic of conversation?" --Tanya, 26 "Haven't you heard that it's the...

10 sexy date buys.(Cosmo Shopping)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Mix and match items like these to create lots of ultraseductive date-night outfits in the months ahead. 1 A bustier dress Dress with leather insets, AIX Armani Exchange, $118, www.armani exchange.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] 2...

Presumed innocent.(Fall Trends)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Suddenly, slightly demure clothes in luxe fabrics look sexier than ones that show tons of skin. Capelet, Andrew and Co., $19, www .vanityshops.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Clutch bag, H&M, $17 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Boucle...

Cool time-off clothes.(Fall Trends)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... With all the hip preppy pieces in stores this season, it's easy to look stylish--not sloppy--during your downtime. Mohair cardigan City DKNY, $129, 800-777-4524 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Weekender bag, Putu by J. MacLear, $125 ...

Femme noir.(Fall Trends)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Guess what? The new black is... black. Wear it head to toe or pair it with pale shoes (like Keira does here). Cotton corset top, French Connection, $88 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Clutch, Shanghai Tang, $75, 888-252-TANG ...

Pants on fire.(Selections)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Soft trousers are fall's comfiest trend. Wear classic menswear prints to work and luxe textures like brocade or satin after dark. FOR THE OFFICE Glen plaid luxury wool pants, Express Design Studio, $78, 877-415-4551 [ILLUSTRATION...

For the babe on a budget.(Style Steals)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Snap up these choice fall pieces without buyer's remorse. They're chic and classic, but the prices will be kind to your bank account. Herringbone pants, American Eagle Outfitters, www.ae.com $48 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Sunglasses,...

The right pieces for your height.(Outfit Advice)
September 1, 2004... If you're... petite Crochet tube top, Trina Turk, $119 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Chain charm belt, Guess? Belts, $28, www.guess.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Pants, Necessary Objects by Ady Gluck-Frankel, $58 ...

What to save, what to stash.(Closet Checklist)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Some of the things in your wardrobe will work this season, but others feel stale. Below, the pieces to keep wearing and the ones to store under the bed. Stuff That's Still Hot Wool cardigan, H&M, $29.90 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ...

Pump it up.(Accessories Bonus)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... When you're shoe shopping now, you've got four key new shapes and lots of cool textures--to choose from. ROUND TOE Suede pumps, Cynthia Rowley Shoes, $198 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Ruched leather pumps, Nine West,...

Boot camp.(Accessories Bonus)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... This fall's selection of boots is perfect for the fickle girl: Pull on casual knee-highs one day, sophisticated anklets the next. ANKLE Boots, Dollhouse Footwear, $79, www.doll house.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Boots, Chinese...

The 4 best new bags.(Accessories Bonus)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... A great purse can totally make your outfit. The top styles of the season are all here, in beautiful materials and hues. THE MINI Tweed bag, Be & D at Supplements NY $200 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Suede hobo bag, Kooba, $200 ...

The belt way.(Accessories Bonus)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... The latest news in waist wear: instead of boring buckles, fall's belts have girlie bows and eye-catching embellishments. FEMININE BOWS Velvet ribbon, M&J Trimming, $3, www.mjtrim.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Bow belt, Jennifer...

Hollywood mane makeover: check out these two celebrity tress transformations.(beauty gossip)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Hot new cut: Mandy Moore traded her shoulder-length layers for a hip chin-length shag. "Now she can slick it back or score awesome bedhead hair with just a little wax," says hair pro Cheryl Marks. Hot new color: While taking a break from...

Fix puffy eyes quick.(beauty gossip; apply hemorrhoid cream)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... In her look Life's Little Emergencies, plus-size model Emme reveals many of the fixes for last-minute glitches that she's found throughout her career. One of our favorites: To shrink undereye bags, apply a thin layer of Preparation H (yes, the...

Pink with a purpose.(beauty gossip; Elizabeth Hurley, has pink cosmetic named for her, profits to charity)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... To help raise awareness of and find a cure for breast cancer, the sexy face of Estee Lauder, Elizabeth Hurley, had her very own pink named for her (coming in October). Profits from Elizabeth Pink $22, will be donated toward research. Not only...

Red-carpet recipe.(beauty gossip)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... THE INGREDIENTS: 6 tablespoons unsweetened grated chocolate 2 cups honey 2 cups kosher salt 1/2 cup grapeseed oil Skin-care specialist Christopher Watt's favorite body scrub is easy for you to whip up at home. He's known...

Half up, half down.(hair how-to)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Celebs like Jessica Simpson and Jessica Alba have been spotted sporting a half-up, half-down style for a night out on the town. This look is the best of both worlds because it has some of the elegance of an updo, but it still shows off sexy...

Revive a day-old blowout.(hair how-to)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... If you don't have time to wash and blow out your hair, fake a fresh style fast by using three big Velcro rollers on just your face-framing strands. Put one at the top of your hairline and one at each temple. Mist them with hair spray to help...

Split ends Rx.(hair how-to)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... You know that you need to hit the salon for a trim when your ends become ragged. But until you can make it there, here's a temporary fix: First, apply shine serum to damp ends. We like Paul Mitcheli Super Skinny Serum, $16. Next, blow-dry your...

Delicious new fall hair hues.(hair how-to)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... This season's tress tints remind us of some of our favorite treats. Below, find your yummy shade. If you're blond... Go for: A shade of butterscotch to make your streaks rich and pretty Try: L'Oreal Excellence Creme in Golden...

4 top makeup trends.(Beauty Update)
September 1, 2004... In the mood to switch up your look? We have some gorgeous new makeup effects for you to try. Here are runway-inspired beauty moves and tips on how to pull them off. (Plus, the tricks that look totally dated.) The Fresh Au Naturel Look ...

What's sexy this second ...(Beauty Update)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Untied Guys A male fashion trend we're crazy about: a suit sans a tie, with a few shirt buttons undone to expose a bit of chest. Everyone from Will Smith to Jude Law is doing this look, so next time your guy appears too buttoned-up, tell...

How to ... teach him to pamper you.(Love And Lust)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Show your man how easy it is to make you deliriously happy. Then all you'll have to do is sit back and enjoy.... Ask for it, already. "You can't expect a guy to read your mind," says psychologist Neil Clark Warren, PhD, author of Date......

100 sex tips from guys: you already have the man-pleasing basics down pat. (The smile on your dude's face says it all, honey.) But even the best booty technician could benefit from a few passion pointers especially when they're coming straight from switched-on studs. Have at 'em....(Love And Lust)
September 1, 2004... Change Is Good According to a Cosmo sex survey, 73% of men think the best way for a woman to shake things up in the sack is by introducing some new moves. 1 Lightly claw the inside of my forearms with your fingernails. Sensitive skin =...

Is he your happily ever after guy? Just because you and your man dig each other doesn't mean you're destined to be life partners. So how do you find out? Answering these questions will clue you in.(Love And Lust)
September 1, 2004... * Not to jinx things, but you've gotta admit: The sweet guy you've been steadily seeing practically has soul mate tattooed on his forehead. You both love Chinese takeout and CSI reruns, mesh well with each other's posse of pals, and are always...

You have a secret sex cycle: make your lust life soar by understanding your libido's peaks and valley's--plus the days when you're primed for intense pleasure.(Love And Lust)
September 1, 2004... Ever notice how some days, you're climbing the walls for sex, and others, a frozen yogurt seems more enticing than hopping into bed? Well, you can blame it on biology. While guys have a steady stream of hormones coursing through their bodies...

What your little touches mean: your couple body language says a ton about your bond. Learn to decipher those caresses and canoodles.(Love And Lust)
September 1, 2004... * Talk is cheap. Body-language experts agree that more than 90 percent of communication between couples is nonverbal. So learning to decode your touchy-feely moments enables you to decipher your duo dynamic. "that's why people who are adept at...

Bedroom toys worth having: after doing tons of research (and loving every damn minute of it), we picked our 10 favorite frisky playthings.(Love And Lust)
September 1, 2004... It's okay, you can admit it: You are curious about sex toys but haven't included them in your randy repertoire because you think they're only for the ultrakinky. Or maybe you have a garden-variety vibrator but are wondering if there are better...

"The bad boy who changed for me": readers recount how a dangerous dude gave up his wild ways for true love.(Heart Copy)
September 1, 2004... "My boyfriend, Jack, was into extreme everything. From skydiving to rock climbing, he had done it all. While I thought his fearlessness was totally sexy, it scared me to death that he was always putting his life on the line. Still, I didn't...

Attention all Cosmo lovers!(Buzz worthy: the promos, products and hot happenings that have people talking)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2004... If you love Cosmo and you love great style, you're going to go nuts for Cosmopolitan Style, a special issue of Cosmo devoted to fashion must-haves, beauty secrets, celebrity trends and more. Pick up your copy on newsstands through November 1st!...

New purple power.(Buzz worthy: the promos, products and hot happenings that have people talking; New Purple Power with Lavender Extract from Ban)(Brief Article)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2004... Introducing New Purple Power with Lavender Extract from Ban[R] Beautifully Smooth[R] Antiperspirant/Deodorant. This sheer purple, lavender spiked formula gives you 24-hour odor and wetness protection while conditioning your skin. Available in...

Get gorgeous hair!(Buzz worthy: the promos, products and hot happenings that have people talking)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2004... New Clear Moisture[TM] from Redken infuses normal to dry hair with weightless moisture. Turn to the Redken advertisement in this issue to learn more about Clear Moisture and for a special offer at select Redken salons. Plus, you can find out...

Win a $10,000 spa vacation.(Buzz worthy: the promos, products and hot happenings that have people talking)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2004... Now is your time to shine! Enter the Sally Hansen[R] "Time to Shine" Essay Contest for your chance to win a trip to the Le Grand Courlan Spa Resort in Tobago for you and three guests. For more information and how to enter, visit your local...