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1. Kate Beckinsale
Kate BeckinsaleIt seems like all it took was a head of golden highlights to take Kate Beckinsale from serious actress to sexy bombshell. Now we can't imagine her ever giving up her gorgeous hair color.

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2. Emma Roberts
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If you're unsure about taking your honey-hued base to Marilyn-level blonde, ask a colorist to give you a half head of Balayage Highlights. The new 'paint your hair' treatment looks more natural than conventional foils, and already has a cult following that includes other celebs like Drew Barrymore and Jessica Biel.
















3. Ciara
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Taking hair from jet black to blonde can oftentimes end in disaster, but Ciara's hair professionals kept the singer looking hot, not fried.























4. Gisele Bundchen
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Gisele could be the spokesmodel of natural looking highlights. Her highlights range in colors, so she always looks like she's back from the beach.

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Try these makeup tips for glasses to look as sexy and sophisticated as Rashida Jones.
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We've always thought those movie makeovers where the geeky girl loses her glasses and instantly becomes "hot" were super lame. Specs can be smokin', as stars like Rashida Jones (our current beauty crush) prove. With this in mind, we asked Nick Barose, the celebrity makeup artist behind Rashida's look here, for his tips to keep in mind when working with a framed face.

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Use a soft shade to play up the eyes.

Dark frames like Rashida's already add definition, Barose says, "so a heavier liner or smoky dark eyes will look 'too much.'" Instead, choose a medium-toned neutral. "We went with soft lined eyes with a bronze tone to give just enough definition." He used Shiseido Shimmering Cream Eye Color in Sable ($25, shiseido.com), a perfect not-too-bold shade.

Keep lashes streamlined.

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How's this for a pretty hair vision board? Sofia Vergara, Ashley Greene and Blake Lively make us aspire to achieve better hair.
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It's hard to surprise a beauty editor, but when experts told us these out of the ordinary strategies for better hair, we almost didn't believe them. Read on for their "who knew?" secrets to a more beautiful mane.

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1. Brush Up

Wait, haven't we filed the "100 strokes before bedtime" myth under Terrible Advice To Never Heed? Well, yes, but some brushing can actually be good for hair, says Hollywood hair treatment expert Philip B.

"You should always brush just before you shampoo," says Philip, who explains that the scalp's oil is hair's natural conditioner. "A good brushing helps you make the most of your shampooing: It moves the natural oils off your scalp and down the hair shaft, where they're needed. It revs up circulation and helps to loosen any

If you don't already know, Tracey Cunningham is basically THE celebrity colorist, responsible for Hollywood's most covetable heads of hair. Just take a look at the Redken Creative Consultant for Color's ridiculously impressive client list: Emma Stone, Gwyneth Paltrow, Jessica Biel, Jennifer Lopez, Charlize Theron and Reese Witherspoon all owe their gorgeous shades to Tracey. So when she opens up about trends, we're all ears. The LA-based colorist recently gave us the scoop on her top three looks this season for brunettes, redheads and blondes, plus her take on whether edgy ombré and rainbow color are fading away or still going strong. Read on for her expert take!

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For Blondes

"Ash blonde is having a moment. This natural multi-dimensional, non-fussy, natural blonde is definitely a must-have this season for many of my clients. And for those on the lighter end of the spectrum, Gwyneth Paltrow's gorgeous natural color

Who wouldn't take beauty tips from Lauren Conrad? Her latest appearance at the "Designs For The Cure" Gala For Susan G. Komen, complete with retro winged liner and a bold red lip, has got us even more pumped for her beauty book, Lauren Conrad Beauty ($21.99, Amazon.com), coming to stores tomorrow! Makeup artist (and The Beauty Department contributor!) Amy Nadine gave us the step-by-step on how she created Lauren's retro look, from her dewy finish to long-lasting red pout.

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Using a Beauty Blender Sponge ($19.95, Sephora.com), Amy applied Illuminaire Concealing Foundation in Fair ($27, Illuminarecosmetics.com) all over her face and neck for a sheer finish. Then she dusted Laura Mercier Pressed Powder in Natural Beige ($36, Lauramercier.com) on her t-zone.

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She started with Kevyn Aucoin Cream Blush in Euphoria ($24, Nordstrom.com) on the apples of

In our new Q&A series, beauty experts address your most bewildering issues. Have a beauty-related quandary of your own? Submit your question in the comments below, via our Facebook page, or on Twitter.

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Q: My T-zone gets oily throughout the day, but when I wash my face, my skin feels dried out and I tend to get flakes around my nose and lips. I've tried so many different cleansing and moisturizing routines. How do I find the best way balance out my combination skin?

The pro: Natural skincare expert Suki Kramer is president, founder and formulator of synthetic-free cosmeceutical skin care line Suki.

Her expert take: Boy, do we get this question a lot! Products that really harmonize combination to oily and dry skin conditions are virtually unheard of; it usually takes a combination of treatments, diligence and knowing your skin, how it will change over time, and adapting to each new development to create a balanced complexion.

We saw a simple hairstyle on Diane Kruger at the Chanel Bijoux De Diamant 80 th Anniversary Party that's a perfect date-night look to try out this weekend. Sebastian Professional Lead Stylist Design Team MemberThomas Dunkin told us how to get the side-swept style at home.

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Dewy skin, subtle shimmer shadow, an exposed shoulder…a perfect understated look.
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Step 1: Wash the hair with Sebastian Professional Trilliance Shampoo ($19,Sebastianprofessional.com) and Conditioner ($19, Sebastianprofessional.com) and apply Sebastian Professional Stylixir ($14, Sebastianprofessional.com) to the lengths of towel-dried hair. Blow dry the hair straight using a round brush.

Step 2: Once the hair is straight, tightly twist the hair to the left of the part and secure with a pin.

Step 3: Bring the rest of the hair to the right side.

Step 4: Emulsify Sebastian

Primers: they're not just for your house or the white picket fence. They're for just about every aspect of your beauty routine, from your face to your hair. Yes, your hair. Here are various ways you can use primers to take your look to a whole new level.

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Hair Primer

Living Proof has introduced a new Prime Style Extender ($20, livingproof.com): basically a primer for your hair that allows you to create styles that last twice as long. Think of the Extender as your hair's everlasting gobstopper: With its moisture-controlling active ingredient, the product doubles the lifespan of any hairstyle and also perfects strands by smoothing the hair's cuticle, which gives them overtime in the shine department, too. Plus, it's formulated without any silicones or oils. An added benefit? Fewer shampoos needed.

Eye Makeup Primer

Since primers are problem solvers, "Using a primer can help your regular makeup perform," says celebrity