Getting your hair off your neck and away from your face is going to start becoming pretty imperative, especially as the weather gets increasingly warmer. If there is one thing worse than having hot, heavy hair hanging on your shoulders it's having a beautiful updo that just won't stay put.
The next time you want to switch up your style or just get your hair up sans your average ponytail, try one of these updos that will stick with you all night long.
The Ballerina Bun
This style works for all hair types, but the thicker your hair is the more oomph you can add to your bun. To get this look all you need are a few elastics and some willpower. Put your hair in a high ponytail - the higher the pony the higher the bun will be. Coil the ponytail around your finger from beginning to end. Next, wrap hair around the elastic in a circular motion. Secure with another elastic and mist with a long-lasting hairspray like Aussie Opposites Attract Extra Strong + Touchable Feel Hairspray.
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We know the drill. Long lashes really finish off a look, and mascara is one of the staples no makeup bag should be without. But, as evidenced by the latest onslaught of lash growth treatments, it's clear that females are always on the lookout for new and better ways to get longer, lusher lashes. We've got some easy tips that will help you get enviable fringe. Related: Best Mascaras on Shelves Now
1. Maximize your curl: Curling your lashes opens up the eye. If your eyes are on the smaller side, curled lashes will instantly make them appear larger. "The best way to curl your lashes," says makeup artist Alexendra Andrade, "is to press in sections-at the root of the lash, at the middle, and at the tip. You don't need to clamp down with the curler, just squeeze lightly."
2. Coat evenly: Place the brush at the base of your lashes, jiggle it slightly, and pull it through in a slow zigzag motion. This will provide an even coat without weighing them down. Related: Pro Tips for Party MakeupRead More »from 5 Tips for Long and Full Lashes10 Surprising Sun-Care Facts You Need to Know
By RealBeauty.com | Travel – Fri, Apr 16, 2010 10:58 PM EDT
Now that it's warming up outside, we're shedding our layers and exposing more skin. Seriously-how great does the sun feel on your body? But, as many of the skin-protection campaigns are saying, we need, need, NEED to practice safe sun. This week, we got to watch an incredibly informative presentation put on by the AVP of SkinCeuticals Raquel Klugman. Check out the top 10 incredible sun-care facts that we learned. Let's just say, our skin has been changed forever. Plus, see your skin cancer risk.
- Forty percent of Americans do not wear sunscreen.
- One in five Americans will get some form of skin cancer-men especially, since they don't use makeup and moisturizers with SPF like women do.
- A sunblock is opaque and contains physical filters that create a shield-like barrier. A sunscreen is transparent on your skin. Although both protect against UVA and UVB rays, sunblock is said to be safer since you don't have to apply it as often. Great for those who don't reapply after washing
3 Tips to Get a Natural, Fresh Looking Face
By RealBeauty.com | Work + Money – Tue, Apr 13, 2010 8:47 PM EDT
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Jessica Simpson has graced the May cover of Marie Claire this month, completely bare! Yes, she's wearing clothes - we mean on her face. Simpson went sans makeup for the cover, to promote her new show Price of Beauty which follows her and her cohorts as they travel to different parts of the world to determine what is deemed as beautiful.
Though it's clear she isn't as done up as she usually is, many are suspicious the the blonde bombshell is completely without any product, even a dab of foundation or an eye curler.
Regardless if Simpson is or isn't wearing any makeup, her cover along with the hotter than hot summer months that are approaching have inspired us to get a more natural look that leaves us looking great, without giving away that we are wearing any makeup at all. If you're in the same boat, try these tips from Dara Klein, NYC makeup artist:
Tip #1 - Choose the Right Bronzer Shade
Klein says for a natural look, your bronzer should make your skin appear warmer, not darker
No matter how hard we try, taking off our makeup will never be a before-bedtime priority like brushing our teeth. But thanks to these makeup removers, we now have no excuse. Since makeup removers don't exactly fall under the same beauty-defying rule as say, a mascara or a foundation, we find it important to save rather than splurge on these. Here are three that work to take off even the most stubborn makeup.
Bioré Makeup Removing Towelettes, $7.99; drugstores
Great for in your gym bag or on your nightstand, these detoxifying wipes smell fresh and are infused with skin-benefiting vitamin E, Indian ginseng, and green tea. The best part: They don't leave behind oily residue.- Related: The 50 Best Beauty Secrets
Neutrogena Hydrating Eye Makeup Remover Lotion, $7.49; drugstores
This makeup remover does double duty - it hydrates the eye area, reduces puffiness, and conditions skin all while loosening up eye makeup.
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Some of us more daring than others when it comes to getting our hair cut. And although there are instances where you feel your look might need more overhaul than just a color change, you want to make sure you approach a short cut appropriately. Here are five things to keep in mind if you want to go short.
Before the salon- Consider life events such as weddings and other special days. Will you want short hair or the length you have now for those occasions? Depending on the length, it could take six months to a year to grow out short hair."
- Take face shape, hair texture, maintenance and overall look into account. Going short is a major change that will definitely make you look different. Sure, Victoria Beckham's posh bob looks amazing on her, if you have the whole super-skinny face and angled chin going on.
- Check out our hairstyle makeover salon to see how you'd really look with short hair, before you chop it off!
At the salon- Don't count on your stylist to mock up his or
The 5 Go-To Haircuts When You're Stuck for a Style
By RealBeauty.com | Fashion – Thu, Apr 8, 2010 6:01 PM EDTGoing to the salon can be a daunting task, especially if you are going in with no direction of how you want your hair to turn out. If you like to have a game hair plan like us, take a look at the five most popular haircuts out there when deciding your next style, so you don't leave the salon with tears in your eyes.
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Long Layers
An easy, timeless style for longer locks. Long layers are especially great for thick hair, giving it shape and form. When styling, curl a few strands like Eva Longoria Parker for bounce or flat iron for a chic, pin straight look. The more layers you have, the more you can play around with different styles.
When choosing longer layers, opt for longer bangs to go with them. This gives you the option to blow-dry them out, or pin back to get them out of your face.
Pair this hairstyle with one of these makeup looks.
The Shag
Some people think a shag cut has to be super short, but that's not the case. Shags can fall anywhere between the shoulders up to the chin,
The temperature is rising, so it's high time you took your legs out of hiding. Feel confident and sexy in skirts and dresses this season with silky-smooth legs. Here's how to get them below. Plus, check out our other summer skin tips.
Razor: Gillette Venus Embrace Razor
The gel handle allows you to keep a firm grip while its five blades work to give you stubble-free legs. Plus, its convenient pod sticks to your shower wall for easy storage. $12.99, drugstore.comCheck Out These Other Hair Removing Gadgets
Shaving Cream: Skintimate Cream Shave Gel
Great for sensitive skin, this cream creates a protective barrier to guard your legs from nicks and razor burn. $3.99, drugstore.com Try These 5 Exercises for Killer Legs
Body Scrub: Soap & Glory Flake Away
Say good-bye to dull skin with an exfoliating salt scrub. This fruity-scented one is gentle on skin and moisturizes at the same time with shea butter and almond oils. $9.99, target.com How Often Should You Exfoliate Your Skin?
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By RealBeauty.com | Healthy Living – Tue, Apr 6, 2010 9:04 PM EDT
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Are you guilty of hitting the proverbial wall right around 2 p.m. every day, exhausted and ready to crawl under your desk? Chances are, it's your sleeping habits that are causing you to zonk out halfway through the day. Take a look at these four culprits that can be held accountable for your lack of shut eye, and what you can do to fix them.
1. Your nightly Facebook routine.
Sometimes there is no better way to relax than with a nightly Facebook session before you turn in. But be wary of your stalking, err, Facebooking routine. The brightness from your computer screen stimulates your brain, making it difficult to fall asleep after logging off. Plus, there's always the chance you'll spot some pictures of your ex-boyfriend's wedding on a mutual friend's album, and who really wants to fall asleep thinking about that? Save the surfing for lunchtime and unwind without your computer before going to bed.
Related: Skip the nap and still feel rested.
2. You count sheep.
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Just like skin, there are a plethora of hair types that run the gamut of tress care. Although specialized advice is great, let's not forget about the basics. Here are five must-know things about your hair, whether it's fine, thick, curly or pin-straight.
1. It is best to shampoo in two steps (two small doses of shampoo instead of one large), first using a general shampoo, and then one designed to treat a specific need. If you can bear it, use the Scottish shower method, switching from hot water, to warm, and then to cold. Ending your shower by rinsing your hair in cold water for about 15 seconds (or as long as you can handle) locks in the conditioner and will make your hair supersoft and shiny. Related: Shiny Hair Secrets
2. Shampooing every day is drying to your hair and scalp. People don't realize that it's bad for your hair to constantly strip it of its natural oils. Instead, aim for two to three times a week - and on off days, rinse with water and condition only your ends.
