Beauty & Health

To the shock and disappointment of Penn State seniors, graduation is right around the corner. Those people who are waiting until the last possible second to purchase their cap and gown to avoid the sad reality of leaving Happy Valley…

With winter finally coming to an end, it’s time to do something about dry, brittle hair. To smoothen and soften dull strands, try an avocado hair mask that you can make yourself!

You’ve probably already begun to brighten up your wardrobe for Spring. Now, do the same with your make-up palette! Here are a few of our favorite eye-shadow shades of the season.

Between Coldstone, the Creamery, Happy Valley Freeze and Rita’s Italian Ice, Penn State is certainly not lacking in the cold dessert department. But, seeing as how this a health column and all, there is one establishment in particular that we just had to praise for miraculously merging delicious and guilt-free – Kiwi Yogurt.

In nice weather, going home after class is starting to sound less and less appealing. Instead, you will probably be tempted to hit up one of the popular downtown bars, like Café 210 West.

There’s nothing as irresistible as a perfectly painted pout. Whether it’s the iconic red or soft natural pink, lipstick makes a bold statement. When it comes to lipstick, choosing the right type is just as important as choosing the perfect color.

Still dealing with that peeling tan from spring break? Try a homemade scrub that’s easy to make and smells great.

Curls and waves are in. Whether it’s your natural hair or you want gorgeous curly locks for a night out, curls are a fun, chic look. However, as every girl is unique and beautiful in her own way– including the hair on her head.

Every single one of us has had a moment when everything seems clear: we need something specific to eat. What that specific food is depends on us—for some, chocolate seals the deal, and for others Lay’s chips hit the spot.

As a Sagittarius, I can’t stand routine or anything that involves repetition― which is why I constantly need to switch-up my ab workouts. Luckily for me, switching workouts and ab exercises is one of the core essentials (no pun intended) to seeing results.

With the constant desire for easy health and beauty home remedies, it can be overwhelming looking for the right products and ingredients to buy. You want to get the most bang for your buck, especially on a college budget.

Is it just us, or has anyone else noticed the gender divide that exists in the fitness centers? What’s up with ladies only on the ellipticals and men in the weight room?

Rather, the term “diet” should be referenced only as a noun. Your diet is an essential part of your health and should be something you strive to maintain or improve. And it should most certainly be something you enjoy!

Shopping for skin and hair care products takes skill. With labels, guarantees and stunning models, we get caught up in a feminine nature of trial and error.

Homemade beauty products work as well as store bought, and half the fun is making it yourself! This week, try a Strawberry Face Mask for glowing skin.

It doesn’t take more than a week of vacation to leave us feeling refreshed, rejuvenated and relaxed. However, with all the endless opportunities for eating, it’s easy to return from Spring Break feeling bloated and heavy.

Fitology, located on Westerly Parkway, provides gym-goers with a personalized workout plan based on their needs and schedules. But here’s the kicker: it’s all based on science.

Let’s face it, ladies: we’re broke. And try as we might, it’s difficult to consistently replenish our beauty collection with twenty dollar mascara.

With spring break behind us, summer feels closer than ever and we’re all looking for ways to get the beachy glow that comes along with the warmer months.