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A surgical technique that could help cancer victims who had mastectomies regrow their breasts will soon undergo testing by Australian scientists. If the three-year trial of the experimental stem-cell technique, called Neopec, is a success, women could form a new breast in four to six months, the Herald Sun of Melbourne reported yesterday. The surgery could take the place of breast Read more...

NEW YORK -- These days, saving a little money here and there is all the rage. Even small changes -- carpooling to work or making coffee at home -- can really add up. But when it comes to cutting back on hair care, many people might be hesitant to make significant changes for fear that it could impact their looks and the health of their hair. That's where a dermatologist can help. Speaking Read more...

OMAHA, Neb. -- An intuitive new iPhone application, developed by facial plastic surgeon Dr. Steven Denenberg, allows you to view hundreds of before-and-after photos, turn your iPhone around to take your own photos, and with the touch of a button, email them to the doctor with your questions -- like a free online consultation -- all while sipping your latte. "The iPhone app is the next Read more...

When Debi Jewell shops for makeup, she sticks to tried-and-true favorites: brown, beige and earthy tones on her face and lips. The Dunedin, Fla., resident has been using the same colors for decades. And although she's eager to try a new look, the thought of experimenting with new colors makes her nervous. Earth tones "have always worked for me," said the 40-year-old mother of Read more...

NEW YORK -- Everyone expects their bodies to change as they get older. From wrinkles and sagging skin to brittle bones and aches and pains, the aging process is inevitable. In addition, there are a number of medical dermatologic conditions that surface with age that can cause people even more stress. Fortunately, dermatologists can help diagnose and treat these conditions no matter when they Read more...

Cydney Clemons' 4-month-old blog, Raleigh Street Fashion, celebrates local style and requires her to be a people watcher. So when asked whether she's seen evidence of one of the season's strongest trends, she has a story. "Definitely," says Clemons. "I saw a girl the other day with a really interesting pair. They were these textured fishnets with this intricate pattern. She had Read more...

Boston-based surgical simulation company Axis Three this weekend unveiled a new 3-D software tool that allows people who are about to have facial surgery to see what they'll look like when the bandages come off. Axis Three's system is the newest technology development from the company that rolled out a three-dimensional breast-imaging product about two years ago. With that system, developed Read more...

Here's one way to look forward to chilling temperatures: Buy a fashionable winter coat. "There are so many choices in coats, which is wonderful," says Bridget Foley, executive editor of Women's Wear Daily. "From a big, belted coat to one with lots of detail, to those with prints and patterns. You also will see coats in lots of colors. Color gives you a little bit of a lift Read more...

Color experts are hinting that green may be the "it" color for 2010. Although fashion and decor gurus haven't officially announced the coming year's color palette, word is leaking that greens -- cedar green, pale celery, and sea-foam blue-green or eucalyptus -- will be as prominent in 2010 as yellow has been this year. "Green has such meaning and symbolism," said Sonu Read more...

A perfect pout. Flawless face. Marvelous lashes. You can have them easily at any age, from teens to 60s and beyond, thanks to makeup maven Jemma Kidd. Her new book, "Make-Up Masterclass" ($24.99, St. Martin's Press), divulges cosmetics secrets and skin-care regimens for a variety of ages. An international makeup artist and product designer, Kidd offers a "beauty bible of Read more...

Deep, rich shades of purple, blue, brown, green and orange lead the way in the season's hottest makeup colors. Elea Blake Cosmetics owner Darin Wright, a former model and makeup artist, said the vibrant hues are reflections of fall. On a recent hike, Ms. Wright painstakingly photographed trees, plants, fruits, vegetables, soil and other images to to help her create her fall line of Read more...

When it's time for Angie Laakkonen to get a haircut, color or highlights, she books an appointment at her favorite salon. With so many salon choices, the Madison, Wisc., resident said she frequents her favorite salon because it is "comfortable" and the stylists are "very sincere." She has referred friends and family as well. But rather than going to an upscale, Read more...

Sure, they say the clothes make the man (or woman), but without the right canvas, you might as well go naked. OK, not really. This is not advocating using a bad hair day as an excuse to go streaking down the street. Frizz happens; it's not worth getting arrested over. However, a flattering haircut or eye-catching nail polish can make a difference, brightening up any outfit you may choose. Read more...

Long associated with royalty and nobility, purple reigns this fall. Edgy and soft, feminine and modern, the hue, in all its variations, is tied to the 1980s (Prince, anyone?), and designers are tapping into that nostalgia with a vengeance. Think eggplant, lavender, aubergine, heliotrope, orchid, plum and violet -- if it falls anywhere on the color wheel between red and blue, it's hot. Read more...

NEW YORK -- There is such a bounty of botanical-based beauty products, you might think they grow on trees. Many fruits and vegetables are indeed considered legitimate treatments, but it's because of that efficacy that users should know the differences between grapeseed and grapefruit extracts. "This is serious skin care even though it's botanicals. It's not 'fluff' like some people Read more...

Fall is in full swing. Just as the weather changes, so should your hair. The cooler new season is a fun time to change your look and it can start with your hair. Exciting new cuts and colors can make anyone feel like a new person. Paul Faulkner, stylist and colorist at Village Cuts and Color on St. Simons Island, Ga., has been attending classes and hair education seminars in Atlanta and Read more...

NEW YORK -- Every woman has those days where they wake up on the morning of a big meeting with unwanted acne or wine stained teeth from the night. Maintaining a beautiful, fresh look isn't easy, but with a few long-lasting beauty solutions, you can save time and money, and still look picture-perfect for any occasion. Lasting Manicure -- Dark colors can look trendy, but are heavily Read more...

Beauty's not only skin deep; it's everlasting. Or it can be. So say five Detroit-area women whose style, attitude and, yes, good looks, show that real beauty is ageless. Each of these women, ranging in age from 38 to 95, demonstrate that it's how you live that keeps you younger than your years. Mary Lee Martin, 95, retired school librarian, Detroit Mary Lee Martin doesn't leave her Read more...

There is nothing more comfy and stylish than wearing boots in the fall and winter. Whether you are a fan of Uggs or stylish, leather heeled boots, they are perfect accessories for the cooler months. Boots are not a mere means to keep warm, but a stylish accessory that adds a chic look to any outfit. Yee-haw, grab a pair of cowboy boots. "Cowboy boots are making a Read more...

It's a celeb favorite and the hottest thing to happen to nails in America since acrylics and gels. Minx nails are the latest rage, with stars like Beyonce and Fergie from the Black Eyed Peas all fans. So if it's good enough for Mrs Jay Z then I figured it was worth a shot. I went to Medusa in Edinburgh's Bread Street for the treatment and watched as my feet were transformed in about 40 Read more...