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Rows of cheerful corals, moody plums, and dainty pinks first beguile, then befuddle as we try to pick the best one. How to decide? We asked top manicurists to name ideal shades for various occasions.

FOR AN INTERVIEW: "Clean and simple" polish shades like pale pink, peach, or nude work best at telegraphing professionalism, says Choi.

Try: 1. Sally Hansen Smooth and Perfect Color + Care in Linen 2. Revlon Sheer Translucide Nail Enamel in Sheer Nude

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FOR AN EVENING OUT: When you're ready to raise the roof, or even just tap on the ceiling, reach for adventurous shades like gunmetal, navy blue, tomato red, or canary yellow.

Try: 1. Orly Nail Lacquer in La Playa 2. Deborah Lippmann nail polish in Yellow Brick Road

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FOR A FORMAL EVENT: Reds-from fire engine to deep wine-are "the epitome of elegance," says New York City manicurist Gina Viviano.

Try: 1. L'Oreal Paris

5 Ways to Save on HaircutsHaircuts are one of my least favorite budget items. No one is my family very adventurous when it comes to hairstyles, so it seems we're spending a bunch of money to keep our hair looking exactly the same. Since it's not on my list of favorite things to do, I'm just not willing to pay much for a haircut. (I'd much rather save my salon money for a pedicure!) Here are 5 of my favorite ways to save money on haircuts.










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If you're looking to make a major change, consider hair donation. Have at least 10 inches cut and donate it to help make wigs for cancer patients. Salons across the country offer free haircuts for donations. Look for the Locks of Love decal in the salon window.











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Students in cosmetology programs need live head models to continue their training. The students are highly supervised and eager to please.
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Ok -- be honest, moms. How many times have you almost treated yourself to a little bit of indulgence -- and then had a huge change of heart the minute you considered the costs involved? I know I've sacrificed an adorable little black dress or a trip to the spa on more than one occasion because I didn't feel like I was worth the extra cash.

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As busy parents, it can be so hard to justify splurging on luxuries for ourselves when our kids have so many needs on their lists that always seem to take precedence. And aside from that, moms just seem to feel so guilty anytime we want something nice. It's like we think drooling over a pair of Manolos makes us vain or greedy or something to that effect. But it really shouldn't be that way -- because we work hard and deserve to be pampered on occasion too.

The good news is that there are quite a few beauty and style splurges that are worth shelling out a little (or

By GalTime's Makeup Expert Andrea Ducharme

Rachel McAdams Rocks A Red Lip ( Izumi Hasegawa / PR Photos)Spring 2012 ushers in bold and bright colors applied in fresh new ways. My three favorite runway looks that can easily be worn in real life are the modern red lip, fresh metallics for eyes, and sun-kissed skin with a peach twist.

1. The Mad Men-inspired red lip will be featured very prominently this season. Shades seen on the runway ranged from rich burgundy go cherry to vivid, orange reds, giving this classic a fiesty new edge. At home, pick a lip pencil in your favorite red tone, then line and fill the entire mouth. Blend and soften with a q-tip. Finally, dab some clear gloss at the center for a really fresh and bold look. (Left: NARS Lip Liner Pencil in Jungle Red, $22, Right: MAC Pro Longwear Lip Pencil in What A Blast, $18)

   
   

   
   

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   1. Sheer metallic eyeshadows in silver and white give the lids a luminous pearl finish that looks crisp

By Woman's Day Staff

This spring, welcome back the sun with makeup that's just as bright. Play up your favorite feature-eyes, lips or cheeks-in these hot hues. Photos by Michael Williams

Blue Eyes

If the smoky eye is your go-to look for a night out, try this new twist. "Instead of gray shadow, use blue," advises Christopher Del Castillo, MAC Cosmetics senior artist. Start by lining your top lids with black eyeliner, then sweep on shadow (whether matte or sparkly is up to you) from your lashline to just above the crease. Add a touch of light brown shadow at the crease so the blue blends in seamlessly. Del Castillo's rule of thumb: "When you're playing up any one feature, keep the rest of your look simple."

ON MODEL: MAC Cosmetics Eye Shadow in Electric Eel, a bright blue with a hint of shimmer, $15; MACCosmetics.com
Find out which eyeshadows are best for your eye color.

Your Blue Color Palette

LIGHT SKIN Bright royal blues are best if you have a rosy complexion.

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Neon. When you hear that word what's the first thing that comes to mind? Bad '80s fashion? Me too. I had written off neon as a thing of the past, along with acid washed jeans and crunchy sky-high bangs. (For more '80s fashion faux pas, click here.) But like leggings and slouchy sweaters, neon is making a huge comeback as one of spring's hottest trends.

Before you declare your hatred to the fashion gods, know this: neon is way more sophisticated than it was two decades ago. In fact, this reinvention adds a classy pop of color to any outfit (kinda like these jeans), and is refreshing after years of little black dresses, and monochromatic styles. Don't get me wrong, I'm not about to don an entire neon outfit -- I'm not that brave -- but I'm definitely going to add a hint of it into my wardrobe.

To help you embrace this brand new trend, I put together the top eight ways you can wear neon … and not look like you time warped back to 1988. Or click here for the entire list of ways

Bright colors are all the rage for spring, so it's no wonder that lipstick is having a major moment.

More and more women are turning to lipstick as their main makeup accessory. "You get one super-bright great lipstick that's the exact right color for you and you've completely changed your look," Nicole Masson, vice president of global product development for MAC Cosmetics, told The New York Times.

Spring Makeup For Your Skin Tone

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Instead of choosing cheaper options, women are purchasing $30-40 lipsticks because they purchase less often, only every three to six months.

Bold lip colors are in every spring collection, from M.A.C. and Tom Ford, to Bobbi Brown who usually focuses on natural colors. Her "Atomic Orange" lipstick is already sold out!

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Photo: ThinkstockFind the Right Shade of Blush

Take a very brisk walk to the drugstore or department store. When you get there, look for a blush that matches your natural flush, says makeup artist Molly Stern. Here's where to start:

If your skin is fair, pastels (like baby pinks and peaches) work best.

If you have an olive complexion, try fuchsia and orangey tones.

If your skin is dark, choose a coppery or golden shade.

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Photo: ThinkstockGet Rid of That Ponytail Crease

You know the bend that's left in your hair when you take a ponytail out of its elastic? Here's a trick for getting rid of it, from Tommy Buckett, a stylist at New York City's Marie Robinson Salon. Lightly dab a little water on the bend. Part your hair down the middle from front to back and separate each section in half. Then, with the nozzle of your blow-dryer directed down over a flat brush, run the brush through each section from roots to ends. (If you have curly hair, let