Blog Posts by BeautyRiot Diva

Sounds impossible, right? Go a full week (a day, even) without using one of those heat tools and most of us look like this. Yikes!

We know how hard it is, so here's a little secret: You can get gorgeous, glossy hair like this celeb's even after you put down the blow dryer. And the flat iron and curling iron too, while you're at it.

Just take a look at these hairstyles. None of them requires a heat styling tool and they still look mad cute:

If your hair is naturally straight, this look is soo easy to get.

Here's a way to bring out any natural waves.

So tell us what you think: could you survive without your heat tools? For how long?

Got a big event coming up? Prom, a wedding, birthday party, whatever? It can seem kind of daunting to pull a look together (find a dress, makeup look, hairstyle, keep your legs from looking like a Yetti's), but with these expert tips, it's sooooo easy. Check them out:

First Step: Find the perfect outfit
Since it's summer, it's likely a dress. If you're going to prom, then use this quiz to find your perfect prom dress. If it's a wedding or another party, use the invitation as a guide. It should say whether it's formal, semi-formal or casual. If you're shopping for a new outfit, keep in mind what colors will look best on you (find out here) and check out these tips to avoid any wardrobe "oops" during the night.

Second Step: Pick a hairstyle that works with your dress
Sure, you could browse through these updos or formal hairstyles, but it's not always easy to know what hairstyle will match the rest of your look. Luckily, this guide will show you the right hairstyle

Yeah, it's a weird one, but go with me for a second. I think that more than your clothes or makeup (which can change all the time), your hair reflects your true style personality. Because unless you're this girl who literally wears a different style every day (she how she does it here), you probably keep your 'do pretty consistent.

So this brings me back to my musings. What celebrity does your hairstyle match the most? Not sure? Well this quiz can help you figure it out (it perfectly pairs you with a hairstyle-matching celeb). Think about it, take the quiz, peruse celeb hairstyles until you find your twin, or whatever and share in the comments: What celeb is your hairstyle twin?

• Don't think you match up with any stars? Maybe you just need some A-list tips to bring your hair to the next level -- try these and I promise you'll be blown away.
• Looking for a truly unique hairstyle? You'll find it here.
• Or maybe you just want something easy now that it's summer? These looks

Are you a hardcore Glee fan? (Don't lie ... I know you love snuggling on your couch every Tuesday night with a bowl of ice cream and anticipation for your week's fill of Sue's Corner as much as I do.)

Well, I had a once-in-a-lifetime chance to go see them in concert last night on the L.A. stop of their 2010 Glee Live! Tour sponsored by Dove Hair Care. And let me tell ya -- letting out your inner Gleek is soo liberating. (So just drop the act and do it already!)

The cast put on some amazing performances, but what shocked me most were all the costume changes! They must have worn at least six different outfits throughout the entire show. NOT an easy feat when one of them is a Lady Gaga bubble dress -- you'll see what I mean on next week's episode (Now you have to watch to find out. Ha!)

Luckily, they stayed true to their characters' hair and makeup looks. I loved seeing them up close, and here are some of my fave looks from Glee:

Rachel Berry:

Omg, I loooove Rachel's

True story: The first time I went on vacation to Mexico with my fiancé and his family, I was feeling good and looking adorable (thanks to these tips), until a massive wave knocked me over and practically pulled off my bikini in the process. Did I mention that his entire family was in the water with us? I'm talking aunts, uncles, cousins, grandma -- everyone.

So while I'm trying to frantically pull down my top and keep my bottoms from sweeping off my legs (that's what I get for borrowing my sister's super-cute-but-slightly-too-big suit), my favorite sunglasses got knocked off my face. I only have two hands people!

I was psyched to have avoided a total disaster (like one of these) but soooo bummed to lose those glasses. They were so cute and worked awesomely with my round face shape. (Wondering what glasses are best for your face shape? Just take this quiz.)

Has anything this embarrassing happened to you on vacation or in front of your significant other's family? Please

We all have our guilty pleasures and secrets we hope no one finds out about. I've been hiding this one for a while, and finally got the courage to 'fess up. I know, I know, it's pretty bad. But I'm working on it, I swear!

This celebrity addiction? It's starting to get a little ridiculous. I'll admit, I give in to the airbrush tan sesh once in a while (though never beyond a 2). But when a celeb starts to look like an Oompa Loompa, it's a sign that it's become more than just "a hobby."

And this singer is def guilty. All the tell-tale signs are there, it's so obvious she's taken the fake tan waayy too far. Tell us -- what's the worst celebrity tan you've ever seen?

• If there's one celebrity with a perfect bronze glow, it's this gorgeous star. Which celeb do you think always flaunts the best natural-looking tan?
  

• Got secret tips on how you get your best (safe!) tan? "Cursed-with-fair-skin" little 'ole me would be forever grateful. Share them in the comments, please!
  

So as I'm writing this it's actually raining (so lame) but my theory is if I pretend it's summer, maybe it will become sunny. It's worth a shot, right? So in my attempt to usher in warmer weather, here's a checklist of everything you need for a perfect beach day (fingers crossed that this works):

1. A beach (well, a lake, pond or even a backyard sprinkler system will work too)

2. A super-cute bathing suit (preferably one that works with my hairstyle, like these)

3. A fluffy towel and/or beach chair (I'm kinda into enjoying the beach from my towel, what about you?)

4. A well-stocked beach bag (to find out exactly what yours needs, take this quiz)

5. A hairstyle that won't go all psycho-frizzy on me halfway through the day -- this is the one I'll be rocking, but there are tons more beach-perfect hairstyles here.

6. My beach play list. Here are my must-play songs -- share yours in the comments

• "Surfin' Safari" by the Beach Boys (Any Beach Boys songs would be

Honestly, I don't know if I could pick just one, even if my life were at stake (well, OK, if my life really was at stake I'd just make something up, geez). How about you? Do you have a hands-down fave brand or does your makeup bag look like a Sephora sampler?

If you're having trouble narrowing it down, try this quiz, which pairs you with the brand you could totally be a spokesperson for (if, ya know, you were famous). Share your results in the comments; I can't wait to find out what everyone's go-to makeup is.

Got your brand but need some new makeup ideas? Check out:

• The best makeup for your eye shape
• Your Lip Color Horoscope
• The best makeup for your eye color