The holidays are over.

You're deep into your New Year's resolutions.

For many, it's about fitness. Weight. Pounds. A number.

And when it comes to numbers, accuracy counts.

We offer the following tips when you step on the scale:

1) Only attempt a reading BEFORE the application of moisturizer.

2) AFTER removal of mascara

3) BEFORE new nail polish applied. 

4) AFTER a haircut.

5) BEFORE cutting the Candy Cane Cocoa Cake.

And if you find you've taken a reading without attention to the guidelines above, you may still obtain an accurate weight.

A good rule of thumb is to subtract 5 pounds from the readout on the scale.