Cosmetic manufacturing in China. I've noted that certain regions of China specialize in different types of consumer goods manufacturing. Which city or region is ground zero for cosmetics manufacturing in China? [more inside]
posted by Muirwylde on Oct 26, 2009 - 2 answers

How to self-market with Diversity (not necessarily ethnocentric) as my key point-of-difference, twisting a liability into an asset, within an industry that almost exclusively values Specialization? [more inside]
posted by canijusa on May 6, 2009 - 5 answers

[WhatISThatFilter] What is the make and model of the eyeglasses Danny Gokey wore on the March 17th episode of American Idol? [more inside]
posted by karizma on Mar 30, 2009 - 2 answers

Where can I find free photos online that I can use to practice my Photoshop retouching? [more inside]
posted by Chorus on Nov 15, 2008 - 6 answers

I am learning how to 'be' a girl, after years of hiding (literally) in badly-fitting guy clothing. Could you please help suggest web resources for the beauty/fashion aspect? Something like The Sartorialist would be nice, but with a critical eye and maybe a list of which stores have those pieces/products. (similarly/previously, but without the focus on online resources) [more inside]
posted by flibbertigibbet on Jun 24, 2008 - 26 answers

What good fashion/style/beauty resources are out there for South Asian (Indian/Bangladeshi/Pakistani) women that aren't all about saris and lenghas? [more inside]
posted by divabat on Jan 12, 2008 - 8 answers

Satisfying my inner fashion maven: Is it possible to experiment with style & fashion without getting caught up with its superficiality? [more inside]
posted by divabat on Jan 5, 2008 - 50 answers

why do you wear makeup? [more inside]
posted by krautland on Sep 27, 2006 - 97 answers

Laser Hair Removal - I don't know anyone who's had it done. What has been your experience? [more inside]
posted by Wolfie on Aug 19, 2004 - 12 answers

Just how much of a difference to your looks can good photography make? [more inside, of course] [more inside]
posted by madman on Jul 23, 2004 - 20 answers