As temperatures begin to cool and the leaves change color, many of us reach for our winter wardrobe only to realize it’s in desperate need of updating. But, how do you stay on top of the current fashion trends without having to rebuild your wardrobe from scratch each season?

First, start with a classic wardrobe of quality pieces that are comfortable, versatile, and most importantly, fit!

Then, integrate this year’s hottest fall fashion trends into your wardrobe with a few key pieces. That way you can easily achieve the look you want without overhauling your entire closet or breaking the bank.

Read more to get The Beauty Shaman's top five favorite fall fashion trends!

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Life can be demanding. Our normal day is filled with lots of potential stressors – work, finances, personal relationships. To make matters worse, you’re never really “unplugged,” because technological advancements ensure that you’re constantly connected, robbing you of the precious “downtime” you need to rejuvenate.

Stress affects our lives in a lot of different ways, physically and mentally. While many of those negative effects are well-known – weight gain, sleep problems, heart disease, depression, etc. – you may not realize that it’s also wreaking havoc on your skin.

Stress can manifest itself as blemishes, hives, rashes, fever blisters and premature aging. The good news is that you can control stress by managing your response to it.

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Summer is winding down, but there are still plenty of kids activities to do before you have to start packing lunches and helping with homework.

Keep kids occupied, engaged and learning through the end of break with these 10 great ideas that don’t break the bank or involve TV or screen play.

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Menopause. It can start when you’re in your forties, or wait until your late fifties. It will often surprise you with a hot flash, or creep in at midnight when you can’t sleep or have little interest in sex. It also, often, coincides with other major life challenges.

On a physiological level, menopause involves the loss of estrogen, a critical component to healthy skin. Skin becomes more prone to sun damage, age spots, and thinning. But that’s not all.

Because estrogen stimulates fat deposits, without it, weight redistributes itself, often in the waist or thighs and buttocks. Wrinkles appear and breasts begin to sag.

Additionally, while estrogen levels drop, androgens such as testosterone stay constant and can trigger facial hair and blemishes reminiscent of your teen years.

What can you expect to happen during menopause? See the stages below.

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Photos are a great way to commemorate your life and experiences, but chances are, if you’re taking the photo, you’re not in it.

Be comfortable in your own skin and try taking a couple selfies instead. You can take one alone or with the people you love!

Here are 7 quick tips to get the perfect selfie with your smartphone.

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One of the secrets to having gorgeous, supple skin at any age is fitness.

Over time, we build up a lot of impurities through the air we breathe, the food we eat and the beverages we drink. Getting rid of those toxins through exercise and sweat makes our bodies healthier and perform better from season to season.

Summer is the perfect time to shake up your fitness routine by trying new forms of exercise! So, break free from the gym and head outside for fresh air fitness.

Check out these five outdoor workouts to help you get moving!

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Summer celebrations can bring to mind fireworks, parties with volleyball, beer and great music, or paddle boarding across the lake. It can also remind you of last year when your summer makeup ended up dribbling down to your kneecaps!

What can you do to keep your makeup on with potential double-digit temperatures this summer?

Here are six practical ideas to beat the heat and look hot—in a good way.

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Taking your kids to the pool on a hot day sounds refreshing…until you take a mental inventory of what you need to do before you actually get to the pool. But, a trip to the pool with kids in tow doesn’t have to be overwhelming.

Plan ahead to ensure you and your kids keep your cool at the pool this summer, and follow these simple tips!

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Most men weren’t taught how to properly care for their skin. There’s a misconception that skincare is vain or feminine, but the truth is taking care of your skin is just as important as diet and exercise to living a healthy life. After all, it’s your largest organ and the condition of your skin is written all over your face.

The good news is you’re never too old or too young to start a daily men’s skincare routine. Even if you have no idea how to care for your skin, we can help you get started with a regimen that’s easy to do and doesn’t take a lot of time. Six easy steps are all you need for great looking skin!

But first, let’s start by talking about different skin types and what your skin really needs!

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You’ve worked really hard to live a healthy life beautifully and establish a daily skincare routine. But, life gets complicated and there are moments when it’s difficult to stick to your regimen.

Remember that one night you were so exhausted you fell asleep in your makeup? We’ve all been there, but your skin pays the price and everyone can see it on your face.

Some days, you need an intensive treatment that makes you feel great and gives your skin a little boost.

Treat yourself to a relaxing at-home facial without spending a fortune at the spa. It’s a great, inexpensive way to refresh, renew and revitalize your skin! Plus, a weekly facial will help your daily skincare treatments work more effectively.

So, let’s get started with these five easy steps. You deserve it and so does your skin!

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