On-the-Spot Acne Treatments
Dear Amalah, knower-of-all-things-wonderful, First, I want to thank you for helping my complexion! I finally have a skincare routine that really works, and it’s all thanks to your incredible advice....
View ArticleTips for Teenage Skin & Hair
Hola Amalah: I’ve recently been put in charge of putting together a three part panel to teach the young girls in my church congregation about taking care of their bodies. (Why me? Yeah, I’m not sure...
View ArticleHow to Start a New Skincare Routine
Hi Amy! I cannot tell you how brilliant your holiday gift guides are. I’ve already crossed my mom and three cousins (two teenagers and one almost-1-year-old) off my list. In November! I’m pretty sure...
View ArticleHow to Deal With Acne Scars
Hi Amy, This is a long story. I was in the Peace Corps, in Africa, where I spent two years very close to the Sahara. I was a very virtuous sunblock wearer, which is good for my non-wrinkly future old...
View ArticleBaby & The Beach
Photo by Barefoot In Florida Hi Amy,You helped me out about a year ago when I was planning for my baby, and obsessing over crib mattresses, and what they were made of, and all of the terrible things...
View ArticleCystic Complexion Crisis
Hi there Amalah! Love your blogs, love your advice at the Smackdown, which is why I’m writing. Back in November, I got some zits on my right temple. No big deal, really, but they were the nasty bright...
View ArticleHow to Get Rid of Milia
Hi Amy!I love your column and enjoy reading all the wisdom you share with your loyal readers! I have a question for you, not sure if you are the right person to ask, but I consider you a skincare guru...
View ArticleThe Skincare Report
Lately your serious advice column has been very serious. Can we talk about make-up and skin care, like the old days when you wore heels and sported Coach purses (I have been reading that...
View ArticleThe Seven-Month Itch
Dear Amy,In the grand scheme of things, I have no problems. My 7-month-old girl child is the most perfect, beautiful, genius creature to ever inhabit the planet. So if this is all I have to complain...
View ArticleHelping a New Mom’s Hands
Hi Amalah, I so appreciate your thoughtful attention to parenting questions large and small. This one is a small but I thought you would know the answer. I am a new mom to a cute little girl, and she...
View ArticleHow Often Do Kids Need a Bath?
Each night, there is usually one thing between a parent and nice comfy spot on the couch to watch 60 Minutes, okay, The Bachelor.And it’s the bath.When you have kids, there are certain things you are...
View ArticleAvoiding Toxic Ingredients in Children’s Personal Care Products Can be Easy
This post is sponsored by The Honest Company. We have been wanting to write about this important topic.When it comes to buying products for your baby, obviously no mother would willingly purchase...
View ArticleOn Post-Pregnancy, Post-Breastfeeding Body, Hair, Skin, Oh My!
Amy, I need some advice. I secretly am hoping you will say “Oh, don’t worry! You won’t be flat chested forever!” but I get the feeling that it is just wishful thinking and I’ll need some way to cope...
View ArticleIn Search of a Realistic Post-Baby Skincare Routine
Hi Amalah! I’m a first-time mom to a 4-week-old baby girl. I found the pregnancy calendar at about week 22 and from there got hooked on the Advice Smackdown and your blog. However! My problem does not...
View ArticlePregnancy Skin Problems: Melasma vs. Rosacea
Dear Amy, I am trying to have a second child, but am a bit nervous because the first pregnancy wreaked havoc on my face. (I feel like I am ready to handle the heartburn, tiredness, 7 months of...
View Article10 Ways to Stop Eczema Cold This Winter
This post is brought to you by our sponsor, Skinfix. Oh, HELLO winter. And winter weather. You sure are on a roll this year. And like every year, you bring all kinds of skin annoyances to me and my...
View ArticleFive Great Sunscreens for Sensitive Skin
Dear Amy, Got an old-school skin product question for you! I took accutane in high school and had very clear skin after that . . . until my son was born. Postpartum and nursing hormones took their...
View ArticleHow to Get Rid of Milia
Hi Amy! I love your column and enjoy reading all the wisdom you share with your loyal readers! I have a question for you, not sure if you are the right person to ask, but I consider you a skincare...
View ArticleAvoiding Toxic Ingredients in Children’s Personal Care Products Can be Easy
This post is sponsored by The Honest Company. We have been wanting to write about this important topic. When it comes to buying products for your baby, obviously no mother would willingly purchase...
View ArticleHow Often Do Kids Need a Bath?
Each night, there is usually one thing between a parent and nice comfy spot on the couch to watch 60 Minutes, okay, The Bachelor. And it’s the bath. When you have kids, there are certain things you...
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