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EVENING PRIMROSE OIL/(eev-ning prim-roz oil)/n./ 1. Oil from the seeds of the evening primrose plant, Oenothera biennis, a tall biennial native to North America.; /n./ 2. A rich source of gamma linolenic acid (GLA), an essential fatty acid that is especially beneficial to the heart, immune system, and skin; /n./ 3. A homeopathic cure-all known for its ability to alleviate rheumatoid arthritis, premenstrual pain, and eczema, e.g., “Evening primrose oil’s cramps-reducing, complexion-enhancing power makes it an asset to any woman’s arsenal.”

Try it: M’lis Evening Primrose Oil 500-mg capsules, $40, www.shop.buymlis.com.

FEVERFEW/(fee-vuhr-fyoo)/n./ 1. A short perennial that is native to southeastern Europe and gives off a strong and bitter odor; /n./ 2. A member of the sunflower family, also called Tanacetum parthenium, used for centuries in European folk medicine as a remedy for headaches, arthritis, and fever; /n./ 3. An increasingly popular anti-inflammatory ingredient that has been shown to effectively soothe irritated skin, e.g., “Get the red out with feverfew and say goodbye to blotchiness.”

Try it: Aveeno Ultra-Calming Night Cream with feverfew, $16.79, www.drugstore.com.

BAMBOO SAP/(bam-boo sap)/n./ 1. The sap from a variety of woody perennial plants of the grass family Poaceae, subfamily Bambusoideae, found in diverse climates around the world; /n./ 2. A mineral-rich substance called “divine water” in Asian cultures for its ability to heal and purify; /n./ 3. An ultra-hydrating liquid that nourishes dry skin, increasing radiance and vitality, e.g., “Bamboo sap replaces water in AmorePacific’s Moisture Bound Skin Energy mist to keep your skin supple and your budget intact; click here and enter to win your own bottle, free of charge.”

Scarlette Johansson dishes her secrets on her makeup & beauty routine!

Actress and model Scarlette Johansson dishes her beauty secrets. She always has dewy skin but whats here personal secrets? Scarlette says “think it’s important to not overload the skin with products. I adjust my routine to suit how my skin’s feeling and sometimes skip moisturiser. When it needs a good drink, I use Future Solution Total Revitalising Cream, by Shiseido - it’s luxurious but not greasy“. The blonde haired bombshell insists to have good skin you don’t need alot of money! ” know it’s an oldie, but taking your make-up off at night is essential for good skin. I never go to bed without washing my face, even if I’ve stumbled in at 4am. Non-Irritating Cleanser, by Cetaphil is perfect for my sensitive skin. I also drink lots of water. It keeps your whole body happy, not just your skin” Scarlette continues to explain.

But what does she use for her daily make-up routine? She reveals “I don’t wear much make-up during the day. I use concealer on spots and dark circles, saving foundation for the red carpet. After a sweep of blush, I’ll just add mascara - Badgal Lash,  by Benefit makes my eyes stand out - and I go through my brows with a pencil. Neat brows really pull you together“.

Thanks for the makeup & beauty tips Scarlette!