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How often have you seen an ad or read about a new makeup trend in a magazine, only to think, "That looks great on her, but I'd never pull that off with my skin tone?" While it's true that some trends look best on women of particular ages or with certain skin tones, if there's a trend that intrigues you, there's probably a way to make it work for you.

Click through the gallery to see how Fitnessmagazine.com tailored five current makeup trends for specific skin tones -- you might find your new favorite look!

Lipstick Jungle's Kim Raver had a baby in October. Six months later, she's back in tip-top shape.

What's the star's secret? Running after baby Leo's five-year-old brother, Luke, eating well, working 16 hour days, nursing, and yes, exercising.

Raver has been taking "thigh-kicking" courses called Physique 57. Touted as the most effective workout system in New York City with the power to rapidly transform bodies, Physique 57 is a cardiovascular program of isometric exercises and orthopedic stretches. It tones the seat, abdominals, thighs and arms; strengthens the legs and back; and improves posture to produce a beautiful, sexy body.

If Raver's post-baby body serves as a testimonial for Physique 57, I'd say it's a system that works.

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That's Fit has sung the praises of mineral makeup before, but I haven't had the chance to chime in my two cents yet.

I love my Aromaleigh mineral makeup, and I have for years. I use the Voile Mineral Powder and the Pure Blush, in Rosewood. What I like best is the smooth finish, the lack of "sparkly-ness" which gives a completely natural look.

The biggest disappointment for me was when I found out Aromaleigh used parabens in their lipstick. To me, it went against everything the naturalness of their other makeup was all about.

Happily, I can announce that they have retired their chemical laden line of lipstick and introduced Color Infusion Lipstick. This new line of lipstick is as pure as they come and includes lovelies like shea butter and rose hip seed oil.

I couldn't wait to try it. I ordered samples of six different colors and I am happy to say that I love this lipstick. It is rich and creamy, has just enough color and is smooth enough that I don't even need a lip balm base like I used to wear. The colors are pure and true and so well formulated.

Nuance is my favorite, with Coquette, Crush and Rosebud running close seconds. Even Perfect, which is a pink that I normally wouldn't wear, is a lovely color.

So yay to Aromaleigh, for ditching the chemicals and creating lipstick that everyone will love.

There has been a "growing" trend among women in recent years regarding their cup size, and scientists are trying to figure out where it is coming from. People point to early puberty as being a potential cause, but there's also another angle worth considering: lipstick.

Chemicals found in lipstick (and other cosmetic products) contain a false hormone called xeno-oestrogen. This mimicking chemical is added to things that are being applied directly to the human body, thus absorbed into women's systems. The artificial hormone acts like oestrogen, which has been known to increase bust size (even in men).

Now it's obvious that lipstick alone is not the culprit. But when taken in small quantities every day from dozens of products, xeno-oestrogen seems like an easy target. Who knows for sure what's affecting it? There's a chance it has nothing to do with these external influences at all. Any women out there with more insight and experience in this area?

Do you use your cosmetics responsibly? In other words, no sharing and keeping those containers closed tightly when not in use? I hope so -- you never know where that bacterial infection is going to come from.

Sharing cosmetics -- from lipstick to mascara -- can spread bacteria from person to person very easily. While most women don't share their cosmetics, many do. Unless you know where that lip or face has been, you're putting yourself at risk of infection by opening up your makeup case to someone else.

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services suggests these tips:

• Never allow other people to borrow your makeup, which can spread bacteria and other germs.
• When trying on makeup at a store, always use a new applicator, or ask the salesperson to clean it with alcohol before using.
• To prevent bacterial growth, keep your makeup closed tightly, and store it in a cool, dry place. Avoid exposing makeup to sun and other forms of direct light and heat.
• If you have an eye infection, stop using makeup until the irritation clears. Discard any makeup you used when you had the infection.
• Throw away old makeup, and any makeup that turns color or develops an odor.
• Try not to inhale powders or aerosol products, which can irritate or damage the lungs.

I guess I might as well go back to choosing my lipstick based on flavor and scent like I used to as a child. While flipping through Women's Health magazine today, I learned that the average woman consumes between four and nine pounds of lipstick in her lifetime.

That means we literally eat anywhere between 481 and 1,083 tubes of lipstick. I wonder if it makes our insides look that same sexy shade of pink that compliments our outfits? Probably not. It makes me thankful for all of the safety regulations put on our products though(not that they're always adhered too)!

Are you the kind of person who always wears a full face of make-up everyday without fail because you'd feel naked without it? Or are you somone who just applies a little here or there to enhance certain features and cover little spots and shadows? Maybe you're one of the lucky ones who has fantastic skin and only ever applies lip balm with an occasional bit of mascara and blush for special occasion?

Whatever your particular make-up style is, it's important to have an idea of what it is you're putting on your face. But for those not in the know, it may be tough to tell what all of the big, technical words mean, or which stories you hear about make-up are fact and which are fiction.

If you've ever wondered what exactly it means for a product to be perfume-free or been puzzled about the difference between cosmetic and cosmeceutical, take a look at this piece which offers information from dermatologists on some basic cosmetic-related queries.

For example, did you know that natural and non-allergenic are not the same thing? According to the article, products that contain all natural ingredients may still irritate your skin. Watch out for anything containing chamomile, lavender, rosemary and tea-tree oil as these may trigger a reaction. If you're unsure, it's a good idea to do a spot test on a small patch of skin before applying a new product all over your face. For even more info -- as well as the answers to the perfume-free and cosmetic vs cosmeceutical questions, take a look at the full piece here.

Has anyone else ever heard the rumor about the woman who died after rubbing too many perfume samples onto her skin? Turns out it is, unsurprisingly, just one of those persistent Internet hoaxes. Apparently there are a number of other cosmetic-related rumors going around, and this article sets out to debunk, or at least explain them.

To be honest, I haven't actually heard of many of the other myths listed but I can imagine they'd all be pretty troubling for those who were unsure if they were true. For instance, according to the piece, there is a rumor going around that sunscreen can cause blindness in children. I know if I were about to apply a new sunscreen to my kid's face I'd probably think twice before getting it anywhere near their eyes without getting more information first. The piece explains that, while there is no truth to this rumor, it is important to use caution when applying sunscreen to your child's face. As far as sprays or foams are concerned, it's best to put them to your hands first so you can better control how they are applied.

The piece also discusses whether there is really lead in lipstick and if there's any evidence that hair dye causes Alzheimer's, plus it offers a number of make-up tips and tricks to ensure that the products you're using aren't going to cause you any harm. Make-up can definitely be a great way to enhance your look or give you a confidence boost, but it's also important to know what to use, when to throw products out, how to keep things bacteria-free and more.

Lead poisoning has been getting a lot of attention in the media these days, what with toys, lunch boxes and even lipsticks having found to contain potentially unsafe amounts of lead. Yes, lead poisoning is a dangerous thing -- but do you know the symptoms of lead poisoning? I for one do not have a clue. Or at least I didn't until I read this post on Fitbuff.

Here are some of the symptoms:

• Fatigue
• Metallic taste
• Headaches
• Poor appetite
• Uneasy stomach
• Weight loss
• Reproductive problems.
  

Think you might be at risk? As always, talk to your doctor.

Guys -- ever find yourself staring at the lips of a member of the opposite sex and thinking to yourself 'wow those are gorgeous lips.' There are reasons for that. While men generally are not that involved with personal grooming outside of haircuts and the occasional beard trim, women are expected to always "look their best". It's an age-old societal axiom and is certainly sexist, but it is what it is.

Lips play a powerful role in the overall physical attractiveness a male seeks in a female in my opinion. Why? Because -- that is an area we men physically touch (unless you're on that pesky "no kissing" rule) and a woman's lips are incredibly attractive with the right dressing -- and without as well.

But, like I said, women are expected to "dress up" their bodies with just about anything, as that image is constantly purveyed in the press and media. But, how about the "nude lip"? Instead of using colors, shiny lip gloss can be just as enticing if not moreso. What do you think?