Blog Posts by RealBeauty.com

One of our biggest pet peeves is when someone says, 'You look tired,' since what they really mean is, 'You look like crap.' That's why we rely on this eye-brightening strategy after a late night. P.S. If your peepers are really hurting in the morning, place a bag of frozen peas over them for five minutes. It contours to the shape of your face and takes down the puffiness fast. Related: The No-Knife Eye Lift

Garnier Skin Renew Anti-Puff Eye Roller
This stuff is loaded with caffeine, which is great for deflating bags. Plus, the genius roller ball applicator feels super-refreshing on tired eyes. It says to roll over your under-eye area once or twice, but we tend to get a little 'roll happy.' Store it in your fridge to boost the effectiveness." ($13.49; drugstore.com) Related: Eye Creams for Every Issue



Too Faced Absolutely Flawless Therapeutic Herbal Concealer
Apply this creamy concealer under eyes as well as on lids to cover up any darkness. The trick is to tap it on using your ring

A flattering pair of jeans is a wardrobe staple that every woman seeks. Unfortunately, shopping for said amazing denim can be compared to the story of Goldilocks and the Three Bears. (This pair is too loose in the butt, this pair is too tight in the legs, and this pair is almost perfect-if I didn't have to pay to get them hemmed!) One tip that we learned from our days working at American Eagle is that you should always try on more than one pair of the same size, same style jean. Denim stretches, and if the pair that you grabbed has been tried on by a few women before you, they'll fit differently than a pair that was just pulled off the warehouse truck. With the expert help from New York-based wardrobe stylist Shatonia Amee, here are five signs that a pair of jeans is not for you:

1. There's bunching, wrinkles, or sagging in the crotch area. "You shouldn't have excess material in your crotch," Shatonia says. "Your jeans should be able to come all the way up and lie flat in that area.

One of the things we look forward to as the seasons turn is the fact that we can finally take our hair down from the three-month ponytail its been in and let our tresses breathe. If you've been depriving your hair from some TLC this past season and want to whip it into shape for fall, try these tricks from celebrity hairstylist Jessica Tingley.

In Your 20s...Boost It Up

If you have long hair, you'll want to pump up the volume this fall. To do this, blow-dry hair upside down using a root-lifting spray like mark Mega Volume Root Lifting Spray with Geranium. Flip your head back when your hair is dry and tease the base of your hair all over, not just the crown. For those with short hair, take a little more length off for this season's trendiest cut - the pixie.


Related: Styling Tips for Long Hair

In Your 30s...Give Yourself Movement

Keeping your look fresh is important. Long hair is still considered sexy, but it's time to give it some movement and volume with layers.

The big updo of the

When Olay invited us to get a front-row seat as they unveiled their first celebrity brand ambassador, we speculated for hours on which celeb face it would be. Much to our delight, (although, our super-sleuthing skills had us assuming it was a country-singing belle!), it was multiplatinum singer-songwriter Carrie Underwood. We got the chance to sit down with the newlywed and former American Idol to snag her favorite beauty tips, products, and money-saving tricks.

Real Beauty: As Olay's brand ambassador, what do you think the trick is to amazing skin?

Carrie Underwood: I think it is really important to teach women and girls that good skin care doesn't have to be a case of, "If only I just had more money I could buy the good expensive stuff," and it doesn't have to be complicated. Preventative care is really important, especially in teaching girls early on so good practices will follow them into adulthood. You can do right by your skin without any drastic measures or spending a lot of

Knowing what you want and how to get it doesn't apply just to your career and in the bedroom. Whether you're shelling out $20 or $200, you should always leave the salon feeling like you're in a shampoo commercial. Read these tips before your next visit. Related: Watch our fall hair makeover videos.

1. Sit for a Consultation
"Let your stylist know what you have liked and have not liked about haircuts in the past," says Ryan Trygstad, Hollywood hairstylist. Elaborate on as many details as you can - for example, how much time you realistically have to spend on your hair, where you part your hair, if you have a cowlick, etc. The more information you give, the better idea your stylist will have. Related: 33 Things We Learned from Our Hairstylist

2. Bring Visuals
"I tell clients that pictures are very helpful when understanding a client's personal style and taste," says Trygstad. This tactic will guarantee that both of you are on the same page. Get inspired in our Virtual Celebrity

Tired of looking in the mirror and noticing new lines and saggy spots? Certain yoga poses - any pose that gets your feet or hips higher than your heart - can actually help you look younger and more vital.

You may associate yoga inversions with challenging and even scary poses such as handstands or a headstand. But you don't need to go to such great lengths to get the benefits of yoga. Try doing one of these easy poses for a few minutes each day and see if you don't notice a glow and vitality in your face that wasn't there before.

Half shoulder-stand

What it does: Gives a big boost to your lymphatic fluid, stretches tight neck muscles, tones the legs, and reduces fatigue.

How to do it: Start by lying on the floor on your back. Curl your knees into your chest, lift your hips up off the floor and rock back on to your shoulders, quickly bending your elbows and bringing your hands to your hips. Extend your legs up in to the air - so only the back of your head, neck, shoulders,

Before you know it, winter will be here (eww) and your moisturizer will be as essential to your daily routine as drinking water on a hot summer's day. But applying it is only half of the battle. New York City dermatologist Howard Sobel explains how to reap all the healthy skin benefits of your face lotion, so you can start to prep for colder weather and dry skin now.

Apply Your Lotion at the Right Time

"The key to moisturizing is when you apply it," says Sobel. The best time to do it is right after you shower or wash your face, when your skin is still damp so you can seal in the moisture that's already there. FYI: You only have about a three-minute window before your skin is completely dry. It's also a good idea to moisturize twice daily, once in the morning and again before bed.


Related: Four Ways to Defend Against Dry Skin

Choose the Best Formula

"Each skin type responds best to different moisturizer formulas," says Sobel. "If you have dry skin, try an oil-based cream with major

Sometimes your friends, or should we say followers have the best beauty advice for you - all you have to do is ask! We reached out to the pros, self-proclaimed and official experts on Twitter to get their best anti-aging beauty tips. Got one you want to share? Post yours below or tweet us @realbeauties!

Keep Eye Cream Handy

-"I keep a small dram of my favorite eye cream in my purse and over the course of the day dab a small amount onto my eye area, especially on the crow's-feet. By dabbing it (not rubbing) I can apply it over makeup. And as an extra bonus it gives the area a sheen, much like a illuminating product, but with anti-aging benefits!" -@raychelwade


Related: 33 Foods to Stay Young

Protect Your Hands

-"Your hands are a telltale sign of your age. Keep them well-moisturized! Use gloves when doing dishes or household work, and put SPF on them!" -@DERMELECT

Up Your Antioxidants

-"Use foods with antioxidants and good fats as beauty products (e.g., blueberries, avocados). You can