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    5 Beauty Trends that Had Us Cringing in 2009

    By | Fashion – Fri, Dec 11, 2009 9:21 PM EST

    Another year's end means one thing in the beauty world-a wrap-up of the worst beauty trends we've seen this year. Tell us in the comments below - what beauty trends had you going, "ew?" Matte nail polish? Bright red lipstick? See more of the worst (and best) trends of 2009, and be sure to tell us if we missed any!




    1. Kate Minus a Stylist
    Kate-it's not necessarily a good thing that stores sell wigs of your hairstyle for Halloween. We know that you think everyone loves your reverse mullet, but the truth is that this spiky asymmetrical hairdo is not going to make it into the Beauty Hall of Fame anytime soon. See how you look with different celebrity hairstyles.


    2. Black Lipstick
    We know we already called out Lady Gaga for her geometric bob, but we also had to mention her Goth-style lips. Talk about Bad Romance: This look is the kiss of death. Try on different colors of lipstick here.



    3. Hair Bows
    This look is adorable...on kindergartners and Minnie Mouse. Sure, Marc Jacobs sent some of the models at Louis Vuitton down the catwalk with enormous hair bows this year, and some celebrities even had the guts to wear one themselves. High marks for originality, but a failing grade from the fashion police. Shop for classy sophisticated hair accessories.


    4. Skunked
    Bold highlights are hot, but Christina Milian's two-toned locks made it look like her hairstylist quit in the middle of this dye job. Skunks are cute but they don't smell so great - discover a new fragrance for yourself here.



    5. Dipped in Ink
    We got on board with tie-dye shirts, we even owned a revival pair of acid washed jeans, but when Drew Barrymore put a new spin on unique hair with the ink-dipped bob she showed off at a press conference for her new flick Whip It, we decided to throw in the towel. Get hair-dying inspiration.


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