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    • Acne Scars and Dark Spots: What You Need to Know for Clear Skin

      By Augusta Falletta, Beauty High

      Acne Scars Acne is bad enough on its own, but when it goes the extra distance and leaves scars and dark spots, it really becomes a hassle. Sometimes the formation of spots and scars is dependent on genetics, and sometimes it's because the acne wasn't left alone and the skin became a war zone. Despite the reason for your dark spots and acne scars, they have one thing in common: everyone wants to know how to get rid of them and get clear, clean skin. To get the expert tips on how to get rid of acne scars and dark spots, we went to cosmetic dermatologist Dr. Oscar Hevia. Below are his tips for clear skin, just in time for spring.

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      Beauty High: What's the difference between an acne scar and an acne mark? Are there any treatments for reducing the appearance of acne scars?
      Dr. Hevia: Marks can mean different things to many people. Scars, by definition, are permanent. In the case of acne scars, we're talking

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    • Why You Need to Start Using Anti-Aging Products in Your Twenties

      By Sarah Lindig, Beauty High

      Anti-Aging It is all too easy for women in their twenties to take beautiful skin for granted. Gone are the teenage days of raging hormones and the dreaded surprise zit always popping up at the worst possible moment. And of course the idea of frown lines or worry wrinkles seems a distant, almost absurd concern at this point. The junk food indulgences, all-nighter study sessions and summers of suntans have probably not even begun to catch up with you-at least not in a way that a bit of concealer can't fix. However, it is in these formative years that preventative care and early treatment can be most effective in maintaining that precious youthful glow. To help guide your routine towards the fountain of youth, leading New York City dermatologist, Dr. Francesca Fusco, has shared her expert tips and favorite products to treat and prevent any early signs of aging.

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    • 7 Ways to Use Face Oil Besides Just on Your Face

      By Augusta Falletta, Beauty High

      Josie Maran Oil Our skin seems to be constantly thirsty for moisture, so when we find a good product that hydrates and lasts, we buy in bulk and keep a stock of it in the bathroom, a purse and our desk at work. Face oil has been on the rise as of late, and the formula for the miracle product seems to have been perfected. Once we tried face oil and saw the benefits it was giving our skin, we decided to try it on a few other places to see if we'd get some positive results. After using face oil in practically every way possible, we've come up with the seven best ways to apply the product, besides just the obvious.
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      1. Use a few drops in your body lotion. Regardless of the body lotion you use, a few drops of oil will make things go on more smoothly, plus it'll up the hydration factor for your skin.
      2. Apply to sunburned skin. If you spent too long in the sun or forgot sunscreen (which should

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    • How to Make Ombre Hair Last: Tips from the Kardashians’ Hairstylist

      By Jaclyn Sciara, Beauty High

      Khloe Kardashian Whether looking on the runways, at celebrities, or walking across the street, it's becoming more and more impossible to not see someone with ombre hair. With it being a mega trend lately, the need to maintain the style is crucial. Any way you color hair, it becomes prone to damage and breakage, but with ombre coloring, hair can become unevenly damaged. We turned to George Papanikolas, celebrity hairstylist and "Guru of the Ombre," to give us inside tips on what to ask for when getting an ombre style, how to keep hair healthy, and products to use to maintain the look. Below are his expert tips on the ombre hairstyle.

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      George Papanikolas: I hate using the word "ombre" because it gives me visions of dip-dyed hair. Nothing is more dated than too

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    • Get Brittany Snow’s Smokey Eye Makeup Look from the MTV Movie Awards

      By Augusta Falletta, Beauty High

      Brittany Snow Brittany Snow showed up to the MTV Movie Awards red carpet looking edgy and on trend with an asymmetrical bob haircut and a sultry, smokey eye and we instantly wanted to know the details on her look. The "Pitch Perfect" star got her look from celebrity makeup artist Fiona Stiles for mark, and we caught up with Fiona to get the details on Brittany's gorgeous makeup.

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      "I began by moisturizing Brittany's face with January Labs Moisture Balancing Lotion. Next, I applied Jouer Luminizing Moisture Tint in Golden and Laura Mercier Secret Concealer #3 to even her skin tone. Then, I applied a mix of mark Just Pinched Instant Blush Tint in Nude and Cheeky to add a little soft color to her cheeks, but nothing too overpowering. Finally, I added mark That's Brilliant Face & Eye Luminizer and mark Set Things Right Loose Powder in Medium to set the look.
      "Brittany wanted to play up her eyes, so

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    • 10 Essentials for the Gym Bag

      By Carolyn Hsu, Beauty High



      Going to the gym isn't always as easy as just showing up and exercising: not only do you have to be equipped with the right clothes and tools to workout, you also have to pack your entire post-gym life (and beauty supplies) into one bag. We've edited down all the products you could need to 10 portable, must-have items so that your bag isn't overflowing with products and tools to drag around all day.


      Read on, and be sure to stock up your gym bag with these ten essentials to look fresh even after a hard gym workout!


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    • Best Tips for Wearing Bright Eyeshadow

      By Augusta Falletta, Beauty High



      If you look in any given woman's makeup bag, there's bound to be her every day products like blush, mascara and lipstick, but we're willing to bet that a majority of women have something practically untouched in their bags: bright eyeshadow. It's enticing in a store and models are constantly wearing it (and looking great) in magazines, so why is it so difficult to get the look at home? Bright eyeshadow is not for the faint of heart, but it is for those who want to step out of their comfort zone to discover on of our favorite spring beauty trends.


      In an effort to help women everywhere finally open the bright eyeshadow palettes in their makeup bags or be brave enough to try new ones, we've put together a guide of tips and tricks for how to wear bright eyeshadow at home. Regardless of the color, brand or finish, we're completely confident that you can pull off the look yourself. Tell us which eyeshadow color you'll be trying first in the comments below!

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    • Study Finds that Melanoma Survivors Still Use Tanning Beds

      By Victoria Barton, Beauty High

      Tanning Beds With the warmer temps and the brighter sun, SPF (and needing a tan, let's be honest) has come to the tops of our minds. But, in yet another shocking skin cancer study, WebMD recently published an article regarding the facts that in a 2010 U.S. skin cancer study, researchers found that out of 171 melanoma patients, 25 percent of survivors never applied sunscreen and a shocking 2 percent used tanning beds. These patients were pooled out of a government health survey that accounted for 27,120 adults.

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      The lead researcher in the study, Dr. Anees Chagpar, from Yale University's School of Medicine, commented, "They did do a better job of protecting themselves than the average person, but there is room for improvement. Maybe we need to be more vigilant about education."

      Although melanoma accounts for less than 5 percent of skin cancers in the United States, most of the

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    • Diane Kruger Named Face of Chanel Skin Care

      By Rachel Adler, Beauty High

      Diane KrugerDiane KrugerDiane Kruger Diane Kruger, the always flawless fashion icon, is finally being recognized for her gorgeous beauty looks as well. The 36-year-old actress (who has fronted Calvin Klein fragrance campaigns in the past, as well as the Chanel Allure fragrance) has just been announced as the face of a new Chanel skin care line. The German stunner will join the likes of Gisele Bundchen, who just became the face of her first Chanel beauty campaign, fronting Les Beiges.

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      Kruger's new campaign is expected to be unveiled later this year, and we can only hope that it will show off her gorgeous skin to the best of its ability. Considering she doesn't seem to have a wrinkle or blemish (ever) and we gawk over every single paparazzi shot of her and her hot beau Joshua Jackson, we feel comfortable saying that we know Kruger's skin like our own. Major props to Lagerfeld for recognizing a great spokesmodel when he

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    • By Rachel Adler, Beauty High

      Lily Cole
      As we welcome new seasons, it's always interesting to see which hair trends catch on - everyone remembers the ombre craze - and this season, it is already very apparent that redheads will be a popular front runner. Stars such as Ariel Winter, Dianna Agron and Rachel McAdams have all gone for the vibrant hue in just the past few days, and there's no telling how many others will follow. We also can't forget about the classic redheads such as Jessica Chastain, Christina Hendricks, and occasionally Emma Stone who have gorgeous shades that are often requested at salons.

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      But, whether you're a natural-born redhead or bottle dyed, you know that your makeup routine tends to differ from a blonde or brunette's, simply because you cater a bit more to your striking hair hue. Most of you are no longer afraid to pair a red lip with your red hair (if you still are, don't be - this season is all about a bold lip),

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