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    • How to Get Beach Hair in 6 Easy Steps

      By Marie Claire | Fashion – Mon, Jul 18, 2011 4:43 PM EDT

      Photo Credit: Chad Riley PhotographyPhoto Credit: Chad Riley PhotographyMy hair is exhausted. It's been scrunched, tangled around a brush, and fried. It's been doused with product, tussled with, and misted like a houseplant. But it wasn't until my husband said he smelled something burning that I decided to call in the big guns. I had to. My ponytail and I have been hibernating for months; suddenly I'm faced with social commitments. I didn't want to look as if I tried too hard, but I wanted my friends to admire it and my frenemies to be jealous. That said, only one kind of hair would fit the bill: beach hair, or what is fast becoming known as Kate Moss hair.

      This is not '90s bed head, mind you. Back in the post-grunge era, bed head was inspired by, well, the bed. You rolled out of your ratty futon and there you were, dirty uncombed hair and all. More hygienic types achieved it with now-iconic texturizing products like Tigi Bed Head's waxy roll-on, Hair Stick for Cool People, or Bumble and Bumble's Surf Spray. The 2011 version - beach hair - is clean,

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    • Top 10 Tips for Summer (Hair) Love

      By Marie Claire | Fashion – Fri, Jul 15, 2011 5:31 PM EDT

      Humidity, chlorine, UV damage -- the warmer weather ushers in a host of hair ravagers and abuse, but we've managed to track down some of the most enviable, -- and famous -- summer manes. Plus, we tell you how to get to look with expert tips on how to nurture and nourish tresses when the temperature tops out.

      Combat Chlorine While lounging by the pool don't let the threat of chlorine green make you afraid to take a dip - blondies, we're talking to you! Avoid color damage by shampooing immediately after a swim, and then treat your hair to a moisture fortifying mask. For serious lap swimmers, coat your hair with a moisturizing conditioner before putting on your swim cap and diving in.

      MC Recommends: Davines Su Pak Nourishing Moisturizing Mask, $15.

      Give a Little Bounce Keep your curls loose and vibrant this summer by adding a dime sized amount of gel to your locks before heat styling. The effect will not only help you keep the shape of your curls but will ensure that strands stay shinny

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    • Why Erin Andrews is Angry With Google

      By Marie Claire | Work + Money – Thu, Jul 14, 2011 4:58 PM EDT

      PHOTO CREDIT: TIERNEY GEARONPHOTO CREDIT: TIERNEY GEARON"Just saw your video. Wow, you are on fire doing your hair naked!"

      That's an incoming tweet to Erin Andrews. It hits her iPhone while she's on a trip to Tennessee, preparing to host a country-music benefit for tornado victims. She gets about a dozen such tweets a day - continual reminders of the video that went viral two years ago this summer, when a stalker removed the peephole of her hotel-room door, then stood in the hallway and filmed her for several minutes in the nude. Not that she's likely to forget. The video is one of the first things that pops up in a Google search of her name. At college football games, where she reports from the sidelines for ESPN, she hears fans scream from the stadium, "Hey, I've seen you naked!"

      The video has become part of her everyday life, but that doesn't mean she plans to accept that fate. She has put her stalker in jail, she has lobbied for stronger laws against stalkers, and she has filed a civil suit against the hotel where the video

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    • 15 Best Beauty Products of All Time

      By Marie Claire | Fashion – Wed, Jul 13, 2011 3:42 PM EDT




      The Best Beauty Products: Hair Care

      1 Pantene Pro-V Beautiful Lengths Conditioner, $3.99       By detangling and preventing breakage, this lightweight hydrator helps hair grow longer and stronger.
      2 Mason Pearson Junior Brush, $126 A hairstylist's best friend, these nylon-and-boar bristles make blowouts a breeze.
      3 L'Oréal Elnett Hairspray, $13.99 The ultimate backstage updo glue that miraculously brushes out without flaking or stickiness.
      4 Johnson's Baby Shampoo, $3.29 Gentle enough for overprocessed strands, this no-tears formula also removes stubborn waterproof mascara.
      5 Klorane Dry Shampoo, $18 Spray on roots to absorb oils and odors for second-, third-, or fourth-day restyling.









      The Best Beauty Products: Eyes, Lips & Cheeks

      6 Shu Uemura Mascara Basic, $27.50       The calligraphy-ink-derived formula ensures dark, clump-free, nonspidery lashes.
      7 Tarte Cheek Stain, $30 Genius gel stick that blends easily, then turns into a long-lasting glowing blush.
      8 Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion,

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    • Skincare 101: 4 Common Problems Solved

      By Marie Claire | Fashion – Tue, Jul 12, 2011 4:38 PM EDT

      Photo Credit: Pando HallPhoto Credit: Pando HallFor years, dermatologists have drilled it into our heads to nix the tanning beds, get regular skin checkups, and (the mother of all skincare tips) load up on sunscreen. And - hallelujah! - it worked. Now there's a generation of savvy 20- and 30-something women who aren't about to let their faces wrinkle, mottle, or sag before they take action. In fact, a study by dermatologists Dr. Kathy Fields and Dr. Katie Rodan found that 84 percent of 25- to 29-year-olds are afraid of the effects of aging on their skin. Hence the recent rush to skincare counters and, in some cases, cosmetic docs - 2009 saw under-35 Botox users rise to 15 percent. But the best strategy for age prevention in young skin isn't always the most potent. As dermatologist Dr. Dennis Gross explains, "Keep in mind that it's best to begin with the least aggressive products and procedures."

      So when should you realistically start? "At 20," says Fields. "Prevention is so much easier than reversal. But even if you cooked

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    • 3 Hair Color Tips You've Never Heard Before (From Jen Aniston's Guy!)

      By Marie Claire | Fashion – Mon, Jul 11, 2011 4:50 PM EDT

      "What's your dream color?" is the first thing hair colorist Michael Canale says when you sit down in his chair, whether it's in his namesake salon in Beverly Hills or Malibu (where he's partnered with hairstylist Chris McMillan). In this cutthroat industry, there are celebrity colorists, and then there's Michael. He's THE guy that gives Jennifer Aniston her signature sun-kiss and that makes him the most sought-after colorist, not only in Hollywood, but also IN THE COUNTRY (and also explains why he travels to San Diego, New York City, and Washington, D.C. every month to see clients).

      Here, Michael Canale shares his tips on how to get the best color and make it last:

      1. Clean before you color

      If you're coloring your hair, Canale suggests going to the salon with clean, dry hair. Dirt, oil, and product all obscure light reflection and you want your colorist to see exactly what he or she is dealing with before she starts your dye job.

      2. Pre-style before you go to the

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    • 5 Quick Beauty Fixes (Using Products You Already Own!)

      By Marie Claire | Fashion – Fri, Jul 8, 2011 4:35 PM EDT

      Shampoo as makeup remover: It's not ideal, but this will do until you can make it to your beauty supply store to pick up makeup remover. Baby shampoo with water will help remove thick layers of makeup from your face, and it won't irritate your eyes.

      Conditioner as shaving cream: You may have forgotten to put shaving cream on your shopping list, but no worries. You probably have conditioner, which will do the job for now. Its moisturizing ingredients should help the razor glide over your skin smoothly and help avoid razor burn. Body wash is also a common emergency remedy.

      Clear nail polish to ward off eczema: Ever have eczema outbreaks on your stomach when you wear your favorite jeans? Dr. Jeanine Downie, a dermatologist in Montclair, NJ, says that painting clear nail polish onto the back of the buttons on your denim gear can keep your skin from being irritated. "People have an allergy to nickel," she says.

      Petroleum jelly as a soothing agent: Washing your hands with rings on

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    • Top 10 Skin Myths Debunked

      By Marie Claire | Vitality – Thu, Jul 7, 2011 4:49 PM EDT

      Photo Credit: Claude GuillauminPhoto Credit: Claude GuillauminAre you approaching your regimen all wrong? Dermatologists expose common blunders that could be sabotaging your complexion.

      MYTH 1: A complete skincare routine must have three steps.

      TRUTH:Cleanse, tone, then moisturize has been drilled into our heads, but feel free to skip the second step, says Cambridge, Massachusetts, dermatologist Dr. Ranella Hirsch: "People think that toning an oily complexion will make it better, but oil is protective and the body produces it in response to injury. When you strip your skin, it reacts by making a ton of grease."

      MYTH 2: You need to cleanse your face at least twice a day.

      TRUTH: Using a face wash in the morning is just an excuse to go through more product, according to Hirsch, who advises avoiding antibacterial soaps at all costs because they're too harsh for your face. "In the morning, the best thing is water and your fingers, not a cleanser," she says.

      MYTH 3: Scrubs make skin glow.

      TRUTH: Overexfoliating leads to extra

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    • 10 Essential Drugstore Beauty Products

      By Marie Claire | Work + Money – Wed, Jul 6, 2011 4:39 PM EDT

      We asked Marie Claire beauty editors to name the latest, greatest new over-the-counter products they swear by. Check them out and add these affordable must-haves to your regime.





      Head & Shoulders Smooth & Silky 2 in 1 Dandruff Shampoo + Conditioner, $7.39.








      L'Oréal Skin Expertise Youth Code Eye Cream Daily Treatment, $24.99.











      Johnson & Johnson Purpose Gentle Cleansing Wash, $6.29.











      Aquaphor Immediate Relief Lip Repair, $4.20.












      Aveeno Positively Radiant Daily Moisturizer SPF 30, $20.










      CoverGirl Lash Blast Volume blasting Mascara, $6.50.










      Dove Ultimate Stay Smooth Anti-Perspirant Deodorant, $4.99.








      Eucerin Plus Intensive Repair Hand Creme, $5.29.










      Evian Brumisateur Mineral Water Spray, $15.









      Smoothies Metal Free Ponytail Holders, $3.50.






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    • Is Your Boss a Bully?

      By Marie Claire | Working It – Tue, Jul 5, 2011 4:27 PM EDT

      Photo Credit: 20th Century Fox/Courtesy of EverettPhoto Credit: 20th Century Fox/Courtesy of Everett"I liked that she was always direct with me," says Annabel Gindi, 25, of her former boss, a no-BS book editor who represents several A-list authors. Sure, she could be a bit of a pill, eviscerating Gindi's grammar on e-mails; leaving her evening voice mails that began, "Oh, I thought you'd still be working"; insisting on a morning chai latte with just the right dash of vanilla. (She once made Gindi reimburse her $5 for a latte that arrived cold.) But Gindi swallowed these small indignities without complaint - after all, on any given day she could find herself talking on the phone with a celebrity writer, even taking a first pass on manuscripts at the boss's request.

      About six months in, Gindi says her boss began asking her to handle personal errands. At first it was babysitting her kids; then she asked her to stand in line outside the Apple store at midnight so she could be one of the first to snag an iPad. She critiqued Gindi's lunch choices, gave her the silent treatment when

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