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If you mentioned Cynthia Nixon and her problem with rosacea two days ago, I could have cared less. Today, I would be incredibly interested in the topic. The difference? Between now and then I was diagnosed with the same annoying skin condition.

Yesterday I was at the dermatologist getting pesky pimples zapped and sucked (more on that later!) when the dermatologist mentioned acne might not be my problem. "There's a lot of redness in this area," the doctor said, looking at the lower half of my face. "This might be rosacea."

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It's 7 a.m., you scarf down a bowl of cereal and two much-needed cups of coffee only to find yourself starving by 10 a.m. Sound familiar? Wellness guru Frank Lipman, M.D., says it's all too common. In fact, almost all of us are getting breakfast "wrong," which is leading to weight gain and fatigue. The New York City-based physician says what our bodies really need to start the day is healthy fat and protein.

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So gluten, meaning anything with wheat in it, leaves us feeling sluggish and dependent. But banishing bagels from the breakfast table is easier said than done, unless you have a decent

We feel that celebrity fragrances have been a little overkill lately, but with a personality like Nicki Minaj, maybe we can expect something new. The 'Turn Me On' singer has announced she will release her debut fragrance this fall.

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While the fragrance is still in the works, here's a glimpse of what we can expect. "I like scents that feel summery, but have a va-va-voom. I want to smell like a sexy and confident woman, not like candy."

Sounds like we'll have a fun new scent for date night. What do you think ladies? Is this something you'd want to try?

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Australia has no shortage of sexy female celebrities. From the older generation of Nicole Kidman, Naomi Watts and Elle Macpherson to the young up-and-comers like Rose Byrne and Miranda Kerr, it seems that Aussie women like to keep their beauty style natural, but with a sexy twist, which is usually all about the hair. While their makeup styles are typically a healthy rosy glow or maybe a bold lip on an otherwise bare face, their hair exudes sexiness via lush washes, incredible shine, or a perfectly tousled texture. The point: Simple makeup + sexy hair = knockout gorgeous.

I probably wouldn't have really noticed this Aussie beauty secret until I learned that Daily Makeover's iPhone app, Hairstyle Wizard, in which you can upload of picture of yourself and instantly try on the latest celebrity hairstyles, has recently surged to the top of the charts of iTunes Lifestyle Apps in Australia,

Let's start at the beginning: for a very, very long time whale vomit has been a key ingredient in some of the best-smelling, high-end perfumes. Certain fragrances by Chanel, Gucci and Givenchy have all been rumored to contain this vomit, better known as "ambergris."

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Even though it smells like crap, literally, when it's secreted, it turns into a sweet-smelling rock that washes up on the beach, slowly over time. Thanks to its new, sexy smell, it ends up in fragrances.

Here's the good news: ambergris is expensive stuff. It's very rare to find it, making it a valuable commodity (roughly about $20 per gram). Needless to say, not all brands can afford such luxury, and now a new, natural product has become

If you've ever applied nude makeup you probably know what it means to look washed out, or worse, like you haven't done a thing. "A lot of women thinks nude means pale," said Kimberly Soane, Bobbi Brown's director of global artistry, when nude is actually about highlighting your natural skin tone. Here are some tips on how to get this timeless, goes-with-everything look.

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Lips
The key to nude lips is choosing a shade with a hint of color. You're not trying to neutralize your entire face. Needless to say, the color of your skin tone determines what product you choose, but the idea is to brighten your pout.

For pale skin, try a peachy-pink color; for olive skin tones, choose a warm color with gold or caramel undertone, like NARS Buenos Aires Velvet Gloss Lip Pencil ($24; available April 15 at Narscosmetics.com); and for darker skin choose a deep honey or light coffee color.

Nails

Male athletes getting pedicures is nothing after hearing this. It seems that men have dived even further into the once female-driven beauty industry, by getting brazilian waxes.

Just like for women, the treatment removes some or all pubic hair. And the crazy part: men walking in for the treatment are from all different backgrounds and communities.

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It's so big now that Bliss actually offers the Ultimate He-Wax, and visits for the treatment is gowing to double by the end of this year. But it doesn't end there. Face to Face, a salon in Manhattan with predominantly male clients, offers "pejazzling," which is exactly what it sounds

Katie HolmesWe know the latest fashion trends, but sometimes finding the right hair and makeup to match is a little bit tricky. We're here to help.
The sleek pants and blazer has been a hot trend, and it's not going anywhere this spring. Here are some tips on femming up those boyfriend jeans and tuxedo jacket.

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1. Cat Eyes
Cat eyeliner is the perfect complement to the boyfriend look, because it really makes the eyes pop. And women, of course, generally have larger eyes than men.

2. Pink Blush
Not only is pink blush having a moment this season, but it really brings out the natural rose of the cheeks, which softens the features. If you're worried the pink might look too young, follow the expert tips from our how-to!

3. Exaggerated Eyelashes
Again, make those eyes pop with voluminous lashes. If fake lashes like Kim Kardashian's are too time consuming, use a volume mascara like Lancome Hypnose Doll Lashes Mascara ($26, Macys.com). To really lengthen the lashes,