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    Want to cover an unsightly spider vein? A blood vessel? A minor pimple? Sometimes it's the littlest of skin flaws that bother us the most. So we searched high and low for the speediest way to cover any flaw using makeup. And we found it from Darac, acclaimed celebrity makeup artist and owner of Darac Beauty.

    We tried it. It takes seconds. And it works beautifully.

    Step 1. Find a cream-based color-correcting product that works for your skin problem. Color-correcting products come in tints that even out or neutralize the color of the flaw. (The product packaging will tell you what they are to be used for. For example, if you are covering red splotches or veins, use a green-tinted concealer; to cover green undertones around the eyes, use golden-yellow concealer). Apply it with short dabbing motions over the area you want to cover, using the corner of a sponge, a brush, or your ring finger.

    Step 2. Get out your translucent powder and gently tap a tiny fingerprint of

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  • Courtesy of burtsbeesCourtesy of burtsbeesAlexandra Samuel, SELF magazine

    Fall is here! Break out the sweaters and scarves and...creamy foundation? Yup. Fall means skincare and makeup updates that keep you looking glowy all year. Check out the three easiest beauty swaps you can make in your skincare regiment.

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    Opt for thicker coverage: Can we talk about that weird, cakey makeup thing that happens every fall? When skin gets dryer (even if it tends to be oily), it sucks up all the hydration in makeup leaving a layer of cakey-looking pigment on top. Prevent it by loading on moisturizer (oil-free if you are prone to breakouts) and switching your foundation or tinted moisturizer from a light, sheer formula to something a little heavier (ditto for blushes and lipstick). My current faves: Stila Stay All Day Foundation & Concealer and Stila Convertible Color.

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  • Alexandra Owens, Allure magazine

    They say that when you're young is the time to make mistakes-staying out too late, listening to Hanson, and wearing parachute pants. Some of us also didn't exercise the best judgement when it came to our own beauty, like Natalia Vodianova, a model known for her lush, perfect brows. She was an overly enthusiastic plucker until someone older and wiser (her grandma) told her to lay off the tweezers. "When my grandmother saw me plucking she said: 'Don't. You will regret it. One day you will wake up with no eyebrows and think how stupid you were. Your eyebrows are the most beautiful thing about you,'" Vodianova told the Telegraph in a recent interview.

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    Of course, my freckles and pale skin aren't exactly earning me a million dollar modeling contract, but we have come a long way since my teenage years. Like Vodianova, I was uncomfortable with my traits that stood out, and wasted a lot of time trying to fade

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  		• Aries (March 21 - April 19)
    Can't decide if a designer bag is worth blowing your savings, or if you'll use a luxury gym membership enough to make it cost-effective? Chat things over with someone you trust and you'll start to see the right answer.

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    		Taurus (April 20 - May 20)
    Nothing says 'come hither' like a shiny pair of peep-toe pumps, a loose ponytail (complete with dangling tendrils) or a rich red cashmere sweater. So go ahead and put on your most alluring outfit -- you know you want to!

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    		Gemini (May 21 - June 21)
    It's time to pick a path. Are you going to start growing out your hair, or go the other way and try a pixie cut? Will today's workout focus on strength-training or on improving
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  • Funky Sexy Plus Size Fashion ModelFunky Sexy Plus Size Fashion ModelAuthored By:Jeffrey Dixon For QuickeasyFit

    Fashion has often focused on women who are much skinnier than average. Some say this is because it shows the clothes off better, yet most find it frustrating. The tradition of looking thin has made it difficult for real women to feel comfortable with the idea of wearing sexy lingerie. Luckily the fashion industry is beginning to show changes, as models are starting to portray more realistic beauty.

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    The idea of spotlighting unattainable thinness has made it hard for real women to feel as sexy as they should. According to Yahoo's online magazine "Shine," even plus size models who are supposed to sell to women who wear a size 14 are often a mere size 6. This creates the impression that women must be thin to look sexy, even though the average woman is larger than a size 6. This is just not the case, thankfully sexy lingerie is catering increasingly to all shapes and sizes. Despite the challenges much

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  • When it comes to fall hair color trends, there is no middle ground-beauty trailblazers are going super dark or ultra light this season, as evidenced by what we're seeing on the street and red carpet. It's a bold look either way, one that takes a certain amount of commitment to your colorist (obvious roots: a definite no) and confidence to pull off. In the battle of raven versus pale hair, we present the most striking examples so you can pick sides, and shades, without hesitation. Click through for inspiration from celebs like Emma Stone, Rihanna, and Scarlett Johansson.

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  • By Sasha BeautyBlogger for GalTime.com

    Prep your hair for chilly weather! Prep your hair for chilly weather! The hair gods can certainly keep a girl busy, can't they? Humidity wreaks havoc on our locks (frizz, anyone?) during the summer months, and then ice-cold temperatures (brittle hair, we detest you) can make you want to wear a knit cap all autumn/winter long.

    Here are five ways to not only temperature-proof your locks this season, but ensure your tresses are properly prepped for the transition:

    Clear the air hair: While it was great spending loads of time in the pool this summer, your tresses might be experiencing major build-up from things like chlorine and hair products. Start the new season with a clean slate by clarifying your locks. A once-a-month clarifying shampoo will get rid of anything that's accumulated on your strands. (One to try: Ouidad Water Works Clarifying Shampoo, $15)

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    Dust your ends: We know this sounds like a reference to house cleaning, but by giving your locks what's

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  • Your perfect ponytail isn't out of reach with these four steps."The ponytail is always flattering and provides an almost effortless way to look polished," says Jordan Blackmore of Three Squares Studio in New York City. "But the style gets a bad rap when women don't finish the look." Here, Blackmore tells us how to execute the perfect pony - whether you're going black-tie or boardroom.

    1. GET DIRTY "A little grease from unwashed hair provides a stay-put base for any updo," says Blackmore. On second- or third-day hair, apply a light styling gel to prevent frizz, or use dry shampoo on clean hair to fake a thicker texture. Avoid oily serums unless your hair is very coarse. Then blow-dry strands or use a straightening iron to smooth hair before putting it up.

    MC TIP: Straighten every section, not just the front pieces, to ensure that your ponytail looks good from all angles.
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    2. LOCATION SCOUT Downplay your least favorite features with strategic positioning. Low ponytails accentuate jaw- and necklines, while ponytails

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  • Experts advise step cut, reverse blunt cut and short hair for this season. But if you do not want to chop off your tresses, you can try some suitable hair styles. Akshata Honawar, hairstylist and creative director of a salon, suggests the side plait and the messy dry waves look (see below). These, she says, are styles that are simple and easy to maintain.


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    Ritu Tanwar, an aesthetician, says, "During this season, ironing your hair is not a good idea. The curls will return soon and leave your hair looking unkempt. It is wise to go for a wet look that cannot be spoiled by the humidity." She has a quick fix idea - take a lump of gel in your hands, apply it on the lengths and then scrunchdry. "This not only lends volume to your hair, but also gives you a younger hip look," Ritu says.


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  • Photo: Courtesy of YSL BeautePhoto: Courtesy of YSL Beaute
    With nail trends erring on the side of nominal after a Spring show circuit that made nude varnishes the polish protocol of the season, we're trying to adopt a less-is-more mentality with our manicures. There are certain things that we'll never part with, of course, namely classic shades of cherry red and deep shades of aubergine and bordeaux. But there are simpler ways to add a touch of excitement to tips without going overboard, and YSL just came out with a great one. As part of its Northern Lights holiday collection, the brand's creative director of makeup, Lloyd Simmonds, has created a brand-new bottle of La Laque Couture. No. 33 Première Neige is actually a clear topcoat, rather than a pure pigment polish, that is flecked with micronized violet, midnight blue, and emerald shimmer in homage to the lunar highlights of the Aurora Borealis. It can be applied over any base-even shades of nude, if you'd like. We've become accustomed to wearing it on a clean nail, though, so that what

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