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Fine hair is a tricky subject: it looks simple compared to curly hair, but it has its own set of uphill battles that it needs to fight: limp and lifeless in the summer, static-y in the winter, and product precaution since too much can weigh it down. Using fine-haired celeb Kate Bosworth as our example, here are four different ways to style your baby-fine locks.

Straight and Shiny
For sleek, glossy locks, start in the shower with a volumizing shampoo and a lightweight conditioner (apply it from your ears down). Then, mist damp hair with a root-lifting spray and blow-dry using a paddle brush.
Try Herbal Essences Body Envy Volumizing Shampoo and Conditoner, $4 each; walmart.com



Chic Updo
Bosworth's red-carpet bun would look gorge at a fancy event like a wedding. For a similar effect, backcomb the crown for volume, then make a deep side part and pull hair into a low ponytail. Twist the pony into a smooth bun and secure with hairpins. Mist with hair spray for hold.
Try Pantene Fine Hair

If you have acne or rosacea, the last thing you want to do is make it worse, but it can be difficult to leave the house without a lick of makeup on, especially if you're feeling self conscious about your skin situation. We chatted with Collier Strong, makeup expert and beauty consultant for Project Runway on the best ways to cover up redness and skin irritation, and products to use so you don't end up irritating your skin more.

RB: Is it okay to wear makeup if you've been diagnosed with rosacea?

CS: As long as your dermatologist clears you, depending on the severity of your condition, you can absolutely wear makeup. I always recommend having an emergency kit of your go-to products with you at all times in case a flare-up occurs.

RB: What are some things that can help cover up rosacea?

CS: Color correctors can make a big difference by helping to neutralize the redness in the skin. They go on sheer and can be used before applying the rest of your makeup. Using a

When it comes to skin care, there are a million treatments, peels, routines, and regimes you could follow. So how do you know which one is right for you? We've tapped into our skin care expert Dr. Eric Schweiger, M.D. to have him set the record straight on our saving face issues.

Q: I have a big event coming up, and I want smooth, flawless skin. How long beforehand should I get a peel?

A:In general, I recommend giving it a week between a vigorous facial with extractions and a big event such as a wedding. Peels come in many different strengths. For a superficial peel (such as low-percentage glycolic), sometimes one to three days recovery is enough. But for a stronger peel like TCA, you should give your face at least three to four weeks to recover.



Q: Is it possible to shrink my pores with skin-care products?

A: I have many patients that ask this question, and while it is possible to shrink or diminish your pores, results are quite variable. The best treatment is probably the Fraxel

Have you ever mustered up the courage to chop your hair short only to...eek!...realize that you want it long again?

Funny how the grow-out process always takes so...darn...long. Well, while there isn't a secret product that will actually speed up the process, there are a few hair helpers that couldn't hurt.

Plus, don't miss the 50 best hairstyle secrets, including hair coloring tips, healthy hair tricks, and other ideas to get your out of a hair rut




Tip #1: Give Your Scalp Some TLC
Give yourself at-home scalp massages, says L.A. stylist Philip B. They stimulate the blood flow to your scalp, which helps nutrients get to your hair follicles more quickly. While washing your hair, massage the scalp with your fingertips, starting at the back of the neck and moving around the hairline. Related: Oily Scalp but Dry Roots? The Easy Fix





Tip #2: Load Up on Vitamins
UCLA dermatologist Harold Lancer suggests taking an over-the-counter vitamin every day that contains antioxidant blends and

You love your baby/husband/job/etc. but more often than not, they're the ones to blame for your sleepless nights. Here, we tell you the reasons they keep you up at night, and what you can do to get your shuteye back on track.

Sleep Stealer: Your Baby

She may be adorable, but she's sure one heck of a sleep sucker. "New moms have a predisposition to fragile sleep that's heightened by shifts in estrogen levels in the months after delivery," says sleep specialist Anne Remmes, M.D., a neurologist at Columbia University Headache Center in New York City. "If you've got a newborn, one way to sneak in a little extra sleep is to take a nap whenever the baby does."

Also, try gradually decreasing your child's daytime feedings: Babies who eat more frequently during the day will want to be on the same schedule at night. "If your child is sleeping well, and you're still not getting good rest, it might be caused by the disorganized sleep-wake cycle that often follows pregnancy," she says. Your body

The magazines make summer makeup look so easy -the pictures show models wearing beautiful eye shadow colors and smear-free lipstick, sans sweat beads or running mascara. Unfortunately, not all our of summer soirees take place indoors in the coolness of an air-conditioned room. Being outside in the sweltering heat definitely gives our makeup routines a run for their money, but with these five key rules, you'll be able to keep a matter finish all day long.

Don't Fight the Elements
"Loading up on powder can make you look cakey as the heat takes its toll," says Victoria's Secret makeup artist Meredith Baraf. "Instead, make the glow work for you. Use a tinted moisturizer, powder your T-zone a bit, and put some blotting papers in your bag for the day. I love using cream blush and bronzer in the summer too to keep your skin looking healthy and natural. A little goes a long way in the heat."

Become a Minimalist
When battling the heat of summer, it's never too soon to adopt the "less is more"

There are many high moments in a celebrity's hair and makeup life. After all, how hard could it be when you have a team of stylists primping you 24/7, right? Wrong. Even celebs get caught in a bad hair moment and unlike us, who can hide in our cubicle or put a hat on, they have to have their picture taken and spread to the masses. Check out some of the most recent amazingly bad celeb hairdos that will have you wondering "what were they thinking?"

Related: Get More (Good) Celebrity Hair Inspiration


Christina Aguilera

Xtina has sported a lot of questionable hairstyles over the years - from multicolored highlights to crazy cornrows - but her current bleached-blond bob loses major points for lack of originality since it's pretty much a rip-off of Lady Gaga's signature style. And just like lace face masks and circle lenses, there are certain things only Gaga can get away with.

Related: Get Hair Like a Celeb


Britney Spears

Technically, Brit-Brit's worst hair moment of all time was when she

There are a slew of complicated leg-toning moves out there that can be more difficult to follow than the plot of an indie film. Ditch the complexities and go back to basics with these three moves that tone your hips, saddlebags, and glutes. Related: Work Out While You Cool Down

Sumo Crab Walk
Works: Inner thighs and glutes
Need: Room to walk
Directions:
1. Get into a sumo wrestling stance: your feet wider than shoulder-width apart, toes pointed out, and knees extended over the toes.
2. Keep your back straight, chest out, and abs tight throughout this move.
3. In this almost-sitting position, take a step forward, one foot at a time, and advance as far as you can go in the space you are in; then turn around and walk back to your starting position.
4. Do 20 steps total or until you feel the burn in your legs.
Related: Exercise Plans for Commercial Breaks


Leg Balancer
Works: Inner and outer thighs
Need: A bench, flat chair, or countertop
Directions:
1. Stand straight and place