Big, bad lashes have been the hallmark of sex appeal since women in the early 1900s began amping up their lashes with homemade concoctions crafted from hot beads of wax. If that sounds dangerous, consider that some women today are opting for Eyelash Transplants. The procedure, which can run upwards of $3,000, is done by harvesting hair from the scalp and implanting it into the lash line. And then there's eyelash extensions, a semi-permanent treatment that costs $150 to $300 and serves up faux, fluttery lashes that can last up to three months- sans the use of mascara.

But for the vast majority of women, mascara is still the quickest and cheapest way to achieve ooh-la-la lashes for day-to-day beauty. Unfortunately, all mascaras were not created equal. So I put mascaras to the test, trying over 30 varieties in my search for the best of the best. Along the way, I found a few that no woman should shell out her hard earned cash for and a few that stood out as stunningly effective, regardless of price.

Cosmetic dentistry includes procedures that treat decay, gum disease and unsightly teeth to return the person to oral and dental health, as well as providing the person with a beautiful smile that projects confidence, accomplishment, youth, vigor and many other positive attributes.

Dr. Simon Rosenberg received his Doctor of Dental Medicine (D.M.D.) degree in June 1975 from Tufts University, School of Dental Medicine in Boston Massachusetts. He has published over twenty articles in dental and medical journals, two chapters in recent Dental Clinics of North America, the Care of the Mouth chapter in a cancer textbook (Manual of Oncologic Therapeutics), and co-edited The Clinician's Guide to the Treatment of Oral Conditions.

Dr. Simon Rosenberg's practice has been focused on patient improvement of health and appearance for over 30 years. With his specialized training in Prosthodontics, and experience in Head and Neck Cancer reconstruction, he brings a unique mix of science and art to the cosmetic aspect of his dental practice.

Dr. Simon Rosenberg, DMD, Cosmetic Dentistry is located on the Upper East Side at 399 E. 72nd Street #1A. Phone: (212) 988- 8822

Dr. Pitera is president of the American Board of Mesotherapy and Cosmetic Medicine, and a pioneer in the practices of both Mesotherapy and Lipo- Dissolve as featured on Fox 5 News and CBS News. In addition, he is an internationally acclaimed speaker and educator.

Dr. Pitera's facility, Meso-Spa, incorporates his wealth of knowledge and expertise with a specialty of non- surgical aesthetic medicine that adheres to his philosophy of combining artistry with subtle refinement to achieve a most natural, youthful appearance.

Meso-Spa is in Murray Hill at 20 Park Avenue. Phone: (212) 947-2626

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