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You already know that anxiety and tension can wreak havoc on your health and leave you feeling drained, but stress can also mess with your appearance in some alarming ways. Experts tell you why it happens and what you can do about it. Related: Different Ways to Easily Relieve Stress

Problem: It Can Cause Zits
For years, derms have suspected that stress can cause acne, and now there's actual proof. A recent study of college students showed that breakouts were worse right before exams. "We think that this is related to the body's release of stress hormones, which in turn stimulate the sebaceous glands to produce excess oil," says Dr. Jessica Wu, a celebrity dermatologist in Los Angeles. And since more oil leads to clogged pores, you end up with - you guessed it - acne. What's more: Stress increases inflammation, so you can expect redness and swelling to take longer to subside, says Wu, who also notes that when her patients are stressed, they're also more likely to pick at their skin,

By now you've probably heard that tea is a great mood booster, stress reliever, and all-around master of making you feel Zen. But now you want to know the important stuff: What can tea really help me get? According to tea expert Kiley Holiday, the youngest female tea master in the U.S. and co-owner of the fine tea company l'Âge de Thé, tea can improve the five areas of life that mean the most - your job, your skin, your love life, your finances, and your confidence.

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Landing a Job

"Tea obviously can't walk into your job interview and force the HR rep to hire you on the spot, but it can increase awareness and alertness, without the jitteriness coffee often causes," says Holiday. The morning of your interview, sip on a blend like Alvita's Caffeine Free Peppermint Leaf to perk up without suffering an energy crash mid-interview. If you rely on caffeine like fish rely on water, try l'Âge de Thé's Green Yerba Matte, which mimics the burst of energy

Halloween is coming up, but sadly these hairstyles aren't for costumes. Despite having access to the best tress experts in the world, stars are not immune to sporting some truly frightening hairstyles. Check out these celebs' major mane missteps that will make you wonder what they did to piss off their stylists.

Related: 10 Signs You Need a Hair Makeover

Britney Spears

Technically, Brit-Brit's worst hair moment of all time was when she decided that she didn't need any and shaved her head. Sadly, things don't seem to have improved much since her hair has grown back. The pop star constantly steps out with ratty extensions that look like they belong on a Cabbage Patch Kid.

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Juliette Lewis

When Juliette Lewis arrived at the premiere of The Switch, her bright blue updo stole the spotlight from costar Jennifer Aniston's famous mane…just not in a good way.



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Cassie

If you stood on Cassie's left

Luckily on Halloween, every costume idea from a sexy police officer to a goth vampire (watch the how-to here) can benefit from this sultry makeup look. The holiday itself is all about going overboard, having fun, and dressing up, which means you can go as dramatic as you want. We've pulled together our favorite colors and tips to help take the guess work out of pulling off this look. Related: See how to create the perfect blood-red lip.

The Easiest Smoky Eye Ever
CoverGirl Smoky ShadowBlast in Onyx Smoke is a double-sided wand with a white and a black shade on either end. "The key to a great dark eye is to build," says Molly R. Stern, CoverGirl Celebrity Makeup Artist. "Start by blending the white shade over the lid and up through the crease. Then, smudge the black hue at the lash line and into the crease to create the dept of smoke. If you want to turn it up for even more drama, add CoverGirl LiquiLineBlast Eyeliner in Black Fire at the lashline and smudge out for some serious smoky

Just because summer is over doesn't mean you won't run into a frizzy situation here and there. These five new treatments will transform unmanageable tresses into sleek, sexy hair - without costing you a fortune. Related: 8 More Tips for Fighting Frizz

Garnier Fructis Style Sleek & Shine Blow Dry Perfector 2-Step Smoothing Kit
How it works: Recommended for medium-to-thick hair, this two-step process takes 20 minutes to apply, plus the time it normally takes to blow-dry your hair. Cystine (a protein building block found naturally in hair) and rice oil (to help seal the cuticle, keeping all the good stuff inside) work to de-frizz and de-bulk even the most unmanageable of manes.
How long it lasts: Up to seven shampoos
Where to get it: $11.99, ulta.com
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Avon Advanced Techniques Frizz Control Lotus Shield
How it works: If you've ever seen a lotus plant sitting on the surface of a pond, you would have noticed it never gets soggy. Inspired by the

Who doesn't want to spend an afternoon (or a weekend!) getting pampered at a posh spa? But indulging in a day of decadence at the hands of a pro can be expensive. Luckily, it's actually possible to re-create the experience - from the relaxing ambiance to the impressive results - at home. Here, experts share their best DIY moves. Related: 52 Ways to De-Stress Now

Pay Attention to the Details
Part of what makes the spa experience so luxurious is the little extra touches. That's why you should do some prep work before you start your treatments. Throw your robe in the dryer for 10 minutes so it's warm and fluffy when you want to lounge. Nuke a neck wrap in the microwave for two minutes to help your muscles relax while you soak in the tub, and stash a cooling gel eye mask in the freezer (a bag of frozen peas also works) for a quick pick-me-up. -Hefina Rees, lead esthetician, and Vicki Cairns, spa supervisor, at Silver Rain, a La Prairie Spa at The Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman Related: How to

Are you sick of your hair always falling flat? Do you seethe with jealousy every time you see the cascades of flowing hair on the latest celeb? Achieving star-power volume is easier than you think. Follow these guidelines to add life and lift to your lackluster locks. Related: 33 Best-Kept Hair Secrets

Step 1: Washing
If you want fuller hair, you must begin the volumizing process in the shower with thickening products such as Luxurious Volume Full Splendor Shampoo and Conditioner by John Frieda. If you have thin hair, your follicles may be too far away from each other to create a natural boost. This shampoo will strengthen each hair from the inside out, adding firmness and creating lift from the roots. The conditioner is light and formulated to moisturize only where it's needed, rather than leaving a heavy residue weighing down your 'do. Be sure to condition only the ends of your hair; if you apply the conditioner to your roots, it will add unwanted weight.

Step 2: Drying
Using

Breasts, boobs, chest-They're just something that women have to deal with, whether they're a 32A or a 36G. A good bra makes all the difference in your posture and how your clothes fit, plus it can even make you look thinner. Eighty-five percent of women wear the wrong bra size, guesstimates Susan Nethero, founder of Intimacy Boutiques. And they almost always go too big. If you're one of them, here's the price you pay: "A poorly fitting bra makes you seem older, thicker, and less proportionate," she says. Related: Sports Bras for Larger Breasts

A really great way to tell if you're wearing the right bra is to turn sideways and look in the mirror to see where your bust falls in line with your arm. "The fullest part of the bust should be midway between your shoulder and elbow," says Nethero. Here are a few tips that we learned from her for finding the right bra. Watch Now: How to Knock Five Years Off Your Look

Get Strap Happy
Too many rely on straps to keep them well-supported, and the