Internationally-known beauty experts Paula Begoun, Bryan Barron, and Desiree Stordahl share the surprising facts about what research has shown skin does (and doesn't) need to look and actually become healthier and younger-acting, all based on science, not marketing hype or false promises.Best-selling beauty author and internationally known "Cosmetics Cop" Paula Begoun and her team of beauty experts from Don't Go to the Cosmetics Counter Without Me are back with a book that helps consumers cut through the hype and find out the facts about skin and how it needs to be treated so each person can have the best skin of their life. From acne to wrinkles and everything in between, Paula and her team reveal the truth about skin type, skin concerns, cosmetic corrective procedures, dozens of today's most pervasive cosmetic myths, and some of the most helpful, surprising makeup tips we've uncovered in our careers. You'll learn why so many products don't work as claimed, find out some of our favorite products (that REALLY work), and learn how you can easily put together a skincare routine that will get you the best possible results without sorting through all the hype and misleading information. Readers will feel as though they're getting truly helpful advice from a good friend--someone who's been there, knows what skin problems do to one's self-esteem, and is shedding some much-needed light on the often-confusing world of beauty. The best part? All of the skincare tips and recommendations in this book are based on published scientific research on what works and what doesn't so you can be confident you're making the smartest decisions for your beauty needs.

It All Starts Here is a thorough, funny, engaging, challenging, and biblical walk-through of what it means to follow Christ specifically designed for the new believer. No longer do youth pastors and church leaders need to leave the new believer with the “now what?” question still lingering in their mind after they’ve made that important decision. With this resource you can know that they are walking through the gospel message and basic Christian beliefs on a 31-day journey that will cover the kind of topics that would take months of sermons to cover. Just check out what others have said about this: “This captivating and relationally-driven book serves as a dynamic and interactive resource for youth ministries looking to engage their new believers in what it means to truly follow Christ. “ (Jeanne Mayo, Founder and President of “Youth Leader's Coach”, International Speaker and Author, Director of Youth and Young Adult Outreach, Victory World Church, Norcross, GA) “Finally a book that takes students and leaders to the next phase of Christianity in a thought provoking and yet personal manner! This book is sure to be an instant tool for discipleship and a classic to draw from for generations to come! Get this book and make disciples!” (Pat Schatzline, Evangelist, Mercy Seat Ministries, Author of "Why is God so mad at me?", Trussville, AL) “Great resource for youth leaders who are serious about the task of making disciples. Its highly-practical and relational approach will help students to stick with the exciting journey of growing in their new faith in Christ.” (Scotty Gibbons, Student Ministries Director, James River Assembly of God, Ozark, MO) “…an experience that is relevant, practical and much needed. I highly recommend this to anyone who journeys with kids and wants to see them grow closer to the Father.” (Todd Lowans, Director, Suburban Chicago Youth for Christ, Chicago, IL) “I have never found a theologically solid, engaging, and age-appropriate discipleship book that I can hand to new converts in my youth ministry - that they will actually want to read... Until now!” (Meghan Weber, Youth Pastor, Catonsville Assembly of God, Catonsville, MD) “More believers would effectively disciple new believers if they had a practical tool they could use. It All Starts Here is designed to be that effective tool that is engaging and easy to use for anyone desiring to help young believers grow in Christ. This resource could be the difference maker that could help your students grow and become Disciples of Christ.” (Richard Crisco, President of “Empowering Kingdom Leaders”, International Speaker and Author, Pastor, Rochester First Assembly, Rochester, MI) “…a strategic solution and an essential tool for any youth ministry looking to streamline students into well-rounded disciples of Christ.” (Rob Gillen, Student Ministries Pastor, Harrisburg, PA) “A “must-have” for ALL youth pastors looking to better disciple their students. A “must-read” for new believers wanting to know how to start the best journey of their lives.” (Carrie Maurio, Youth pastor, Phoenixville, PA) “…breaks down simple biblical truths into understandable and memorable daily readings to bring a student to a new level of understanding and spiritual growth. As a youth ministry veteran of over 15 years I'm thrilled to see this resource be placed in the hands of today's generation.” (Eran J Holt, Student Ministry Pastor, Glad Tidings AG, Speaker, Writer, Adjunct Faculty VFCC, Reading, PA) “…walks you through real questions asked in a real world resulting in real growth.” (Mike Miller, Yout

With thousands of hair care products on supermarket, drugstore, and salon shelves, each with its own grandiose claims, consumers are understandably confused. In this new edition - with over 75 percent new material - the "Ralph Nader of rouge" applies her high standards to shampoos and conditioners, styling gels, mousses, hairsprays, dyes, and permanents, and also devotes a chapter to the concerns women of color may have, from relaxing techniques to braiding and weaving.

The irrepressible authors of I’d Trade My Husband for a Housekeeper are back to dish about the trials—and triumphs—of midlife. Delivered in the voice of a close friend, this clever and insightful guide from Trisha Ashworth and Amy Nobile takes women through the new and sometimes challenging phase of middle age. Whether married, single, widowed, divorced, with children or without, at some point women inevitably ask the question, “What’s next?” Here, they will find a road map for how to thrive in this new phase of life. Trisha and Amy discuss redefining what beauty means after age forty, caring for aging parents, navigating relationships and dating, and discovering new career paths. With helpful quizzes, friendly advice, and inspiring quotes from women who have been there, this smart and engaging book gives readers the tools to turn a midlife crisis into a midlife opportunity.

THE INSTANT NATIONAL BESTSELLER • Brittany Williams lost more than 125 pounds using her Instant Pot® and making all her meals from scratch. Now she shares 125 quick, easy, and tasty whole food recipes that can help you reach your weight loss goals, too! Brittany Williams had struggled with her weight all her life. She grew up eating the standard American staples—fast, frozen, fried, and processed—and hit a peak weight of 260 pounds. When her 4-year-old daughter’s autoimmune disease was alleviated by a low-sugar, dairy-free, grain-free, whole-food-based diet, Brittany realized she owed her own body the same kind of healing. So on January 1, 2017, she vowed to make every meal for a year from scratch, aided by her Instant Pot®. She discovered that the versatility, speed, and ease of the electric pressure cooker made creating wholesome, tasty, family-satisfying meals a breeze, usually taking under thirty minutes. Not only did the family thrive over the course of the year, Brittany lost an astonishing 125 pounds, all documented on her Instant Loss blog. Illustrated with gorgeous photography, Instant Loss Cookbook shares 125 recipes and the meal plan that Brittany used for her own weight loss, 75% of which are recipes for the Instant Pot® or other multicooker. These recipes are whole food-based with a spotlight on veggies, mostly dairy and grain-free, and use ingredients that you can find at any grocery store. The clearest guide to navigating your Instant Pot® or other multicooker that you’ll find, Instant Loss Cookbook makes healthy eating convenient—and that’s the key to sustainable weight loss.

"This revolutionary work outlines the first and only cross-training system for mastering the skill of happiness. Think P90x for the soul. Every day we have a choice: embrace happiness or let it pass us by. But nurturing happiness isn't easy. It takes understanding, guidance, and training. It takes skill to let go of day-to-day stress and inspire our most inner optimist. It takes LIFE XT. In collaboration with some of the world's leading researchers, Eric Langshur and Nate Klemp have created a comprehensive, nine-step training program to help anyone master the skill of happiness (LIFE XT). Teaching core skills such as mindfulness, physical fitness, and compassion will break a lifetime of habits that keep you distracted, overwhelmed, and addicted to unhealthy behaviors. With Start Here, you will: -Feel less stressed and more focused. -Experience a slower resting heart rate within just twenty minutes. -Sleep better and feel refreshed. Based on scientific research, Start Here provides the most efficient pathway to happiness and a greater sense of overall well-being"-- Provided by publisher.

If he had been with me everything would have been different... I wasn't with Finn on that August night. But I should've been. It was raining, of course. And he and Sylvie were arguing as he drove down the slick road. No one ever says what they were arguing about. Other people think it's not important. They do not know there is another story. The story that lurks between the facts. What they do not know—the cause of the argument—is crucial. So let me tell you...