Girls' Life articles from August 2001

Girls' Life archives from August 2001

KARENS PAGE.(Girls' Life magazine)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Ever have one of those days when you feel extra ambitious? You set out to organize the shoes at the bottom of your closet and, before you know it, you've cleaned your whole room--as in under your bed and everything? Ever have one of those days...

Letters.(Letter to the Editor)
August 1, 2001... WE'VE GOT MAIL! Size Doesn't Matter In your Short Stuff article "Tiny Dancer" [J/J '01], I think Fredrika should be able to dance, and that she's not fat and does have talent! What are those people thinking? If anyone gets to writing...

Teed-off teen.(teenager participates in the U.S. Women's Open)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Mini golf just doesn't cut it for Morgan Pressel of Boca Raton, Fla. The 13-year-old teed off May 31 at the 2001 U.S. Women's Open at the Pine Needles Lodge and Golf Club in Southern Pines, N.C., shooting two respectable rounds of 77. Even...

Chew on This.(non-healthy vending machine offerings at high schools need to change)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Karceski, Rachel Do you trash the brown-bag turkey and swiss on rye for Doritos and Twizzlers from the snack machine? Grab a Mountain Dew for a quick rush before algebra? Seems students are hooked on the sweets their schools are dependent...

WRESTLE MANIA.(study results about violence in girls who watch wrestling)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Are you a WWF fanatic? If so, keep your head on straight. A study from Wake Forest University of over 2,000 high school students shows girls who watch The Rock in the ring are more likely to get involved in physical date fights. Even of kids...

CAPITOL CAT.(Maryland adopts calico cat as state cat)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Maryland already claims bragging rights to black-eyed Susans, Oriole birds and Chesapeake Bay retrievers so isn't it only fair to add a cat to the mix? Thanks to five Maryland fifth-grade girls, the calico is not the state's official cat. Why...

Let your finger do the shopping.(high schools use debit accounts based on fingerprint scanning for lunch purchases and library check-out)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... No more pocketing lunch money to up your CD collection. Schools in Pennsylvania are using a fingerprint scanning system, allowing students to load up on pizza and tater tots with the point of a finger. Computers scan students' fingerprints, and...

COOL WOMAN EMME.(fashion model)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Maybe you've seen her hosting her ever-so-popular show E! Fashion Emergency. She's Emme. And she's definitely not just about letting the world know which styles are so last year. Since early childhood, Emme has struggled with her...

Magnificent Seven.(seven teenage girls receive honors for volunteer work)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... When Prudential honored 10 impressive teen volunteers with its Spirit of Community Awards, the girls way outnumbered the boys. Seven girls each snagged $5,000 in cash for their outstanding community involvement. Plus, a total of $250,000 was...

No Limits.(handicapped girl receives bionic arms)
August 1, 2001... Giving someone a huge--squeeze all--is no big deal for most girls. But Diamond Excell, 11, was born without arms or shoulders. She was accustomed to using her feet for every-thing from eating dinner to writing a book report. And who needs arms...

Dancing SCENE.(rules for school dances)
August 1, 2001... School dances of the '50s are, well, a thing of the past. You won't greased-up boys on one side of the gym and bobby-soxed girls on the other. Today's teens let loose on the dance floor in a way that has most principals and teachers spazzed. We...

Black-and-white flick.('China: The Panda Adventure')(Review)
August 1, 2001... Can't make it to the National Zoo in D.C. to see Tian Tian the giant panda? Catch him bigger than life at your nearest IMAX theater. Tian Tian co-stars in China: The Panda Adventure (starting Sept. 14). It's the story of Ruth Harkness, who...

Boo! Hiss!(school day and school year increases in many states)
August 1, 2001... Stretchin' the School Schedule You already have no time for tons of homework, drama club, field hockey practice and your babysitting job--and that's after spending most of the day in school. What if you had to stay at school even longer?...

Stop the.(how to deal with bullying)
August 1, 2001... It's hard enough dealing with school. Who can deal with a bully, too? And bullying doesn't just mean pushing into lockers. Bullying includes rumor spreading, pointing and snickering, or making fun of someone's race or religion. A nationwide...

Bad Girls.(increase in juvenile crimes by girls)
August 1, 2001... Hanging out past curfew could get you a one-way ticket to the Big House, according to an American Bar Association (ABA) study. While juvenile crimes dropped among boys, the arrest rate for girls has jumped 83 percent in 20 years! Girls are more...

Dear Carol.(advice to girls on bullying, sibling rivalry and other problems)
August 1, 2001... Dear Carol, My friends and I are bullied by a girl at school. She's our age, but we can't stop her from being a total brat. She goes around giving people "fashion checks," and says stuff like, "Change those jeans. They're looking pretty...

Clique savvy.(advice on dealing with a clique)
August 1, 2001... You're back at school and can't wait to hang with your friends. But hold up--since when have your buds become so cliquey? They talk behind everyone's backs--even each other's. Yikes! Ready to move beyond the clique? OVER IT Whitney, 12,...

BFF DILEMMA OF THE MONTH.(helping a friend deal with an overly strict mother)
August 1, 2001... My BFF feels excluded from all the fun. I always invite her to parties and movies, but her mom never lets her come along. How can I include my BFF when her mother is so super strict? If a BFF's mom has never met me, I'd make a point to...

BFF GIVEAWAY.(fashion)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... POETIC PACK Backpacks aren't just for books anymore--they're fab fashion accessories! Dress up your drab pack with some Poetry Beads and the Friends Forever Backpack Poet! Both let you mix and match words to create cool sayings. When you're...

CASTING CALL.
August 1, 2001... Ever wish you could see what it's really like on the Creek? Don't miss this mega chance for you and your BFF to be stars! Clean & Clear and the WB network have teamed up to find fresh new faces for its 2001 casting call. Best friends 12 to 24...

Grease be gone!(personal beauty)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... We know you want to shine this year...just not on your face. Five readers tested these leading grease-busters so you can put your best face forward this fall! Jane Good Skin Light Energy Oil Control Moisturizer ($6) Light Energy smells...

GIVEWAY MINI FREE.(Rocket City introduces mini cosmetics)(Product Announcement)
August 1, 2001... The best invention since mini-muffins! Rocket City has developed a collection of pint-size cosmetics. What once took up a whole drawer can now fit into a pouch the size of a box of Altoids. Rocket City has out-of-this-world products like...

Lather UP.(all-natural cleansing products)(Product Announcement)
August 1, 2001... Harsh cleansing products doing a number on your skin? Get ready to work yourself into a Lather! Lather uses nothing but high-quality natural ingredients to clean and soften your body, face and hair. Try Milk Body Wash ($8 and so mild it can be...

Love It!(Skinmarket introduces zodiac lip-gloss)(Product Announcement)
August 1, 2001... Hey, baby what's your sign? Your color? Your birthstone? Here's a, compact answer: Skinmarket's new ultra-adorable Astro-Gloss ,Zodiac Lip Sweets ($9 each at www.skimarket.com) come in, flavors and colors to match your star sign. Heavenly! The...

Bar none.(gymnast Kristal Uzelac)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Never heard of Kristal Uzelac? She could well be a future Wheaties box. She's the two-time and defending junior national gymnastics champ. And she's psyched to go for another title as she takes to the floor and beam at the 2001 U.S. Gymnastics...

HAZING HAZARDS.(harassment of students in sports and how to stop it)
August 1, 2001... How far would you go for a pair of pompoms? "When I made the cheerleading squad, the other girls told me to flash the captain of the football team. They said every girl on the squad did it for years," says Jacquelynn, 12. "So I flashed him, and...

FACT or FICTION?(how to care for your vision when using computers)
August 1, 2001... Computers cause headaches and bad eyes. Yes and no. Sitting too close to your iMac won't give you a headache, and you can keep that 20/20 vision. But staring at the screen for long periods of time results in dry eyes, causing headaches and...

Cool Move.(how to do a gymnastic flip in soccer)
August 1, 2001... Kim Pickup, defender from the WUSA's San Diego Spirit lets you in on her secret "Pick-Flip." On throw-ins Kim adds this funky gymnastics move to gather momentum as she throws the ball into the opponent's penalty box. If you're no gymnast, don't...

Tonsils in trouble?(answers to questions about physical ailments experienced by teenage girls)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... My doctor just told me I need to get my tonsils removed. What are tonsils for anyway? If I don't need them, why do I have them? Open your mouth and say, "Aahh!" When you're young, tonsils protect the airway during swallowing and digestion....

My hair is thinning and falling out. What should I do?(hair loss in teenage girls)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Breaked about becoming bald by 16? Chill It's normal to shed up to 100 hairs a day. That said, your strands should shed individually not in clumps. Do you use a very hot blow dryer? Do you dye straighten or perm your hair often? All these...

Free stuff for you!(anti-perspirant)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Are thoughts of going back to school making you break into a sweat? That stinks! Actually, sweat itself doesn't smell--it's the bacteria on skin mixed with sweat that gives off body. odor. But no worries! Shower daily with antibacterial soap,...

Double date dilemma.(answers to questions about dating issues)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... They both asked me to the first school dance of the year. Of course, I really want to go with my boyfriend--but I don't want to hurt my bud's feelings. What should I do? DAVE: Seems pretty clear cut to me, which in relationship lingo...

Bush league logic?(arrests of Pres Bush's daughters for underage drinking should lead parents and teens to have better communication)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... WHAT WE CAN LEARN FROM JENNA AND BARBARA BUSH Chances are this summer won't be all that fondly remembered by the president's 19-year-old twin daughters Jenna and Barbara. As of this printing, Texas cops nailed Jenna twice for underage...

Beach bound bud.(answers to problems of teenage girls)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... I'm moving to Hawaii. I'm really excited about living near the beach, but I don't want to leave my friends. My dad is in the military so I've done this before--but it's different this time because I've made such special friends. How can I keep...

Spotlight on WILLA FORD.(up and coming singer)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Age: 20 Previously known as: Nick Carter's girlfriend. Now wants to be known for: Her first album Willa Was Here. "It's pop meets urban. It's the truth. You can feel in it whenever you want to feel," she says. Why you might know her: Her first...

Top 10.(popular forms of entertainment among teenage girls)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... See GLITTER She sure can sing, but can she act? Mariah Carey makes her shining big-screen debut playing a singer struggling to make it in the biz. She hooks up with a hot DJ, and her career takes off--though, sometimes the road to...

The Glamorous Life.(interview with members of Eden's Crush)
August 1, 2001... Meet Eden's Crush. Ana Maria, Maile, Nicole, Ivette and Rosanna are a group of mega-talented divas who beat out over 2,000 girls to become "the next big thing." Find out how their lives changed practically overnight, why they have no free time...

Does Your BFF need a one way ticket to Dumpsville?(best friend forever relationships)
August 1, 2001... YOU THOUGHT YOU'D BE BEST FRIENDS FOREVER? IT'S TOUGH BUT It's the first day of school, and summer was kind of a drag. But rather than being totally jazzed about how amazing this year is going to be, you're bumming all the way to the bus...

COUNT DOWN TO CLASS.(activities to do before school starts)
August 1, 2001... Wanna have the best week ever and be primed to head back to school feeling cute, fashionable, rested, tanned, smart and (gasp!) excited to step foot on campus? We show you how. It's the end of summer, and you want to milk what's left of...

Your Sister The Goddess.
August 1, 2001... Sure, you love your sis. You swap clothes, love the same movies and occasionally keep dirt from the 'rents But why does she have to be so darn...perfect? It's hard to compete with a superstar sister. Even Pretty Woman Julia Roberts has a...

Do 17 Things 10 Times Better.(advice for girls)
August 1, 2001... Sure, you know how to do things--like how to make new friends, ace an English test and get ready for soccer like a month before tryouts, just to name a few. But wouldn't it be fantastic if you could kick it up a notch? You know...bam! Well,...

ASYMMETRICAL CUTS.(haircuts)
August 1, 2001... Celebs like Pink and Winona Ryder are flipping for cuts that make the most of odd angles. We asked the owner of L.A.'s hip Planet Salon, Ginger Boyle, to break out her protractor and do some beauty math: "This playful and modern style looks...

BEST BLUSH.(cosmetics tips)
August 1, 2001... The best blush for back-to-school? Gels and creams offer sheer, natural color that's fun and easy to use. Try Jane Sweet Cheeks in Berry Good, Cheekies in Head over Heels, Hard Candy Stain for Lips and Cheeks in Baby or Three C Blush in Mauve....

FAKE AN END-OF-SUMMER GLOW.
August 1, 2001... Go back to class sunkissed--safely! Just brush on bronzey color. We love Pupa Bronze & Shine and Hoola by Benefit. Really want to glow from head to toe? Win one of 15 Clinique goody bags! Each comes packed with Clinique Non-streak Bronzer, Deep...

CARED-FOR CUTICLES.
August 1, 2001... The prettiest polish job in the world can't cover up dry, ragged cuticles. Keep yours perfect by applying OPI's Avoplex Nail and Cuticle Replenishing Oil nightly.

DEEP PARTS.(how to restyle your hair)
August 1, 2001... Want to update your 'do by dinner? Then get deep. Change a boring center or side part by trying this instant hair updater. Wash and condition hair, and then work in styling gel while hair is still wet. If you regularly wear a side part, go a...

ETHNIC SKIN.(Black Opal's line of skin care products for African Americans)(Product Announcement)
August 1, 2001... When we first got the new skincare line from Black Opal, specially developed for African-Americans, we were skeptical. Does ethnic skin really need special treatment for breakouts? The surprising answer is...yes. "Girls with African-American...

GENTLE CLEANSING.(care of sensitive skin)
August 1, 2001... Thanks to some great new cleansers, you now can clean your face gently and thoroughly--no matter what your skin type.

INVIGORATE.(toiletries and beauty aids)(Product Announcement)
August 1, 2001... Feel like the only way you can rise and shine is if Fluffy claws your eyelids open? You need products specifically designed to get you going! Start your day with Aromafloria's Wake Up Inhalation Body Bar or Get Fresh Wet Suit Shower Wash in...

JUICY LIPS.(lip glosses)(Product Announcement)
August 1, 2001... Skip the goopy supershine look. The newest glosses leave you looking like you just polished off a cherry Popsicle. Slick on clear brights like PrettyPretty Lip Gloss in Tabitha, Jane Gloss Overs in Big Apple or Benetint Lip Balm for a fresh yet...

KARMA PEDICURE.(how to give yourself a foot massage)
August 1, 2001... MASSAGE. Rubbing your root chakra helps re-center your energy and relieve stress. Start off by massaging your entire foot--heel, arch and toes. Then rub just the outside part of your foot between your heel and your arch. Repeat process on other...

PRETTY PONYTAILS.
August 1, 2001... From top: Eve Reid, Designs by Skaffles, Colette Malouf, Kemestry, Designs by Skaffles, Colette Malouf "You can't go wrong with a classic ponytail," says celebrity stylist Lisa Miller. To get your pony perfect, blowdry hair straight before...

MUCHO COLOR MASCARA.(Product Announcement)
August 1, 2001... The biggest trend for fall? Long, lovely lashes! Why not treat yours to some eye-popping color? Blue eyes can play it safe with sapphire colors like May belline Illegal Lengths Mascara in Blue, or go glossy with clear blue Bonne Bell Lash Gloss...

LUXURIOUS LEGS!(how to have smooth legs)
August 1, 2001... Swimsuit season may be over, but fall's short skirts mean your stems still have to be smooth. Start by exfoliating, and then slather on a rich moisturizer mixed with a little bronzer for a satiny shimmer.

ORIGINALITY.(using pink-hued cosmetics)
August 1, 2001... Think you need to ditch spring colors like pink when fall comes? Not this year! Soft, pretty pinks still look lovely on eyes, cheeks and lips.

NATURAL NAILS.(choosing a nail polish and how to apply it)
August 1, 2001... The best way to show off tan hands? Neutral nails. OPI has a great collection of sheer colors--one is perfect for you. But be forewarned: The natural look isn't carefree. Light colors can go on streaky, so if you aren't the world's most...

Q.(face and body cleansing wipes)
August 1, 2001... Jane Good Skin Showelette "I use it on my face, arms, back, everywhere after a game and ride home not feeling all gross and sweaty. I smell good, too! --Melissa, 14. Noxema H2Foam "The H2Foam cloths feel like using a bar of soap...

RIMMEL.(line of cosmetics)
August 1, 2001... Our favorite cheapie makeup line? Rimmel! Its got great colors and cool products at rock-bottom prices. Get it exclusively at Wal-Mart.

SUGAR.(cosmetics and toiletries)(Product Announcement)
August 1, 2001... Want a sugar fix without the calories? The sweet stuff is showing up in some pretty places. Try Bonne Bell Lip Rush in Sugar or Skinmarket Deliciousness Orange Vanilla Brown Sugar Scrub. Yummy.

UNIQUE SCENTS.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Tired of smelling like every other girl in homeroom? Ditch that Eau De Department Store scent for one that smells totally new--and totally you. The Body Shop lets you blend your own unique perfume. Choose from tons of single fragrance notes...

WILD EYES.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... "Nicole Kidman, Kate Beckinsale and Halle Berry love the new bold shadows for fall," says Hollywood makeup artist Julie Hewett. "The secret is to blend them together so they don't wind up looking like rainbow stripes." And don't forget to add...

VOLUMIZING HAIR PRODUCTS.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Tresses terminally taped to your head? Humidity makes fine hair flatter than a pancake. But now you can pump up the volume with whole lines of specially formulated products. Try Sahag Air Lift, Physique Amplifying, Volissima from Joico, and...

TINY PACKAGES.(beauty kits)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Finally! Beauty booty that's small enough to slip into your tiniest purse. Bloom Pampering Essentials is a whole bathroom drawer in a box--Day Cream, Body Cream, Body Scrub, Clay Mask, Polish Remover, Everyday Shampoo, Everyday Conditioner,...

Urban Decay Piccadilly.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... "Don't apply a lot of other makeup with this look either-you want to leave the house looking like a Hollywood star not Bozo the Clown." From top, Clockwise: Urban Decay Piccadilly, Jane Eye Zing in Funky Valentine and It's a Boy, Cargo...

PRINCESS IN SPOTLIGHT.(Review)
August 1, 2001... Welcome to the world of Princess Amelia (Mia) Mignonette Grimaldi Thermopolis Renaldo. As if it isn't already bad enough that 14-year-old Mia just found out she's the heir to the throne of a European country no one's ever even heard of, now...

X-TRA LONG BANGS.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... It's the biggest hair trend of the fall--bangs so low they graze way past your brows. "This is a great way to put the focus on your eyes," says haircutter to the stars Melissa George. "And long bangs also help hide big foreheads and add...

YELLOW TOES ARE HAPPY TOES.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Tan feet look terrific when topped with sunny, smiley yellow. We love Essle Barbuda Banana. Hey, there's nothing wrong with stretching out summer as long as possible

GET YOUR ZZZS.(relaxing scents)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2001... Study after study shows how Important it is for girls to get enough sleep. But how can you sack out when your brain is whirling over tomorrow's three tests, cheerleading tryouts and your latest crush? Try some soothing scents. First, place a...

Confessions of a gorilla girl.
August 1, 2001... This is a tale of self-love and self-hate. It is the story of my body or, more specifically, the fuzz that has dominated it since the day I was born 14 years ago. Can those of us blessed with a more-than-ample supply of body hair peacefully...

Made in the shade!(how to decorate a lampsahde)
August 1, 2001... Light up a tired, old lampshade with these cheap and easy techniques. Caution: Use only non-flammable supplies! No roasting marshmallows in your bedroom. WEIRD. The floral shade is inspired by the bathing caps in those '50s synchronized...

Board Stiff.(pre-formed unassembled cardboard furniture from Mixed Nuts)
August 1, 2001... At first it doesn't look much different than the box it comes packaged in This cool piece starts out as $18 of unpainted pre-formed unassembled cardboard from Mixed Nuts But break out you craft paints and tap into that kooky imagination of...

Win this silly Willy.
August 1, 2001... Cuddle with this cutie by night, but come morning you'll want to shake the stuffing right out of him. That's because Wake Me Willy is a lovable-looking alarm clock who offers obnoxious wake-up calls at the crack of dawn: "Get up, Lazybones!...

And How Was Your Day?(teenaged girl describes embarrassing moments)
August 1, 2001... I helped my BF's mom carry dinner outside for a picnic. I took the bread out and went back to the kitchen for the ravioli. I picked up the serving dish and walked right into the screen door. The screen ripped, the plate shattered, the ravioli...

Celeb Moment.
August 1, 2001... ALL CHOKED UP It was my second day in Nashville. My dad and I walked up and down Music Row, knocking on doors of record execs so they could hear me sing. When we walked into the offices, I thought to myself, "Brittney, please don't screw...