UPDATED March 26th, 2018 For curly hair, there are never-ending questions in the frizz conundrum: to shampoo, or not to shampoo? Towel dry or air dry? Mousse or spray? Frizz is caused when dry hair absorbs moisture in the air, which disrupts the cuticles and creates the dreaded halo effect. The key is helping your […]
UPDATED November 14th, 2017 When you’re working from home, it can be tempting to stay in your pajamas, take frequent snack breaks, and work your schedule around daytime TV shows. But in reality, if you want to be as productive as possible, you’ve got to set some personal rules, and stick to them. Set these […]
Who says you can’t get the perfect manicure at home? While a good manicure is a nice treat every now and again, it can get pricey—not to mention it’s hard to swing by the nail shop when your calendar’s full. Here are six easy steps to getting your mani just right, from the comfort of your […]
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 – October 15), Mamiverse will be quizzing you on the historic Latinas who opened countless doors for all of us. Q: Which Dominican singer and performer is credited with bringing merengue to the US during the World’s Fair in 1939? A: Monica Boyar. During the World’s Fair, […]
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, but if you’re like most of us, you haven’t had a spare minute to run out and do some shopping for the big night. But don’t worry: we’ve done the shopping for you. Whatever mood you’re going for, pick one of these looks, then hop online or into […]
If you’ve been getting a gel manicure for years, it can hard to let the habit go. But let’s face it: weekly gel nails are pricey, and we don’t always have the time to go to the salon right when our mani is crying for it. Luckily, at-home gel kits are becoming more common and […]
Every December, the Pantone Institute chooses a color for the upcoming year, based on trends seen on the runway. While last year’s pick was Honeysuckle, a subtle blush pink, the hue for 2012 is coming in with a bang: Tangerine Tango is a bright, eye-catching orange with hints of coral and red. It’s passionate, vivacious, and sultry, […]
Who says there aren’t any holiday Latino cocktail recipes? We’re about to give you not one, but five of them! SWEET DREAMS: THE TEQUILA MOCHA SIPPER The taste of coffee, chocolate, and cinnamon with a splash of tequila: what could be a better way to end the night? Ingredients: 1 oz Patrón XO Cafe 1 […]
Sequins can easily transition from day and night. Aside from a great cocktail in hand, nothing says, “It’s the holidays, and I’m ready to party!” than a bit of glitz and glam. But when you’re heading to the festivities straight from work, how do you stay office-appropriate, yet still let your outfit shine? Here are […]