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Hair Trends
May 23, 2012 4:40 PM
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lilHairBow Little Girl Banned From School Photo Because Of Her... HAIR BOW?
Oh Daily Mail. We try so hard, but we just can't quit you. How can we be expected to when you bring us such gems as the feminist body hair protest and Kate Middleton's excessively muscled legs? We know that most of your stories are gimmicky, but every now and then there's a piece that resonates down… Read More
New Makeup Products
May 23, 2012 3:20 PM
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lq-th Summer Reading, Beauty Edition: Lipstick Queen Liptropolis
Since we've reached hoarder status here in the beauty department, we've tried to impose some limits on ourselves when it comes to acquiring new products. Standing our ground has been rough this month, but we've made real strides. So, when we give in without a fight to Liptropolis, Lipstick Queen's… Read More
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May 23, 2012 7:20 AM
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Learn How To Get Creative With Your Liner
The eyeliner is the unsung hero of your makeup bag. With just a flick of your wrist, it can help you create a multitude of makeup masterpieces. But, lately, if you're like us, you may have been suffering from some serious cat-eye fatigue. That's why we asked makeup artist Raychel Wade of Cheek to… Read More
Hair Trends
May 23, 2012 4:40 PM
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lilHairBow Little Girl Banned From School Photo Because Of Her... HAIR BOW?
Oh Daily Mail. We try so hard, but we just can't quit you. How can we be expected to when you bring us such gems as the feminist body hair protest and Kate Middleton's excessively muscled legs? We know that most of your stories are gimmicky, but every now and then there's a piece that resonates down… Read More
Hair Trends
May 18, 2012 7:20 AM
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job-interview-hair-makeup-tips-opener Summer Makeovers: The Hire Me! Edition
We don’t have to tell you that the job market majorly sucks right now. Bad news for everyone on the hunt for a new gig, but seriously crummy news for recent grads. When your resume isn’t jam-packed with experience, you need to do everything you can to show potential employers that you are career… Read More
Hair Trends
May 17, 2012 7:20 AM
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Genius New (Promise!) Ways To Braid Your Hair
By this point, you probably feel like you’ve seen every possible option of plait, braid, twist, and knot that exists. Well, we’ve got just the thing for your hair ennui: new braids! But these aren’t just any old plaits. We knew we would have to come up with some pretty spectacular criss-crossed… Read More
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New Makeup Products
May 23, 2012 3:20 PM
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lq-th Summer Reading, Beauty Edition: Lipstick Queen Liptropolis
Since we've reached hoarder status here in the beauty department, we've tried to impose some limits on ourselves when it comes to acquiring new products. Standing our ground has been rough this month, but we've made real strides. So, when we give in without a fight to Liptropolis, Lipstick Queen's… Read More
New Makeup Products
May 14, 2012 11:10 AM
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korres-butter-blush-opener Like Buttah: Korres Whips Up An Amazing New Treat For Your Cheeks
We'll admit it: Ever since we first swiped Korres Lip Butters on our puckers, we’ve been totally neglecting the million other tinted lip things hanging around our makeup bags. The sheer-but-punchy colors, long-lasting moisture, and adorable packaging are just too cute to cheat on with lesser imitations… Read More
New Makeup Products
May 3, 2012 7:20 AM
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Perfect Match: Sunglasses & Summery Lips
One of our fave things about summer — well, besides the gorgeous weather, three-day weekends, and endless opportunities to dine and drink al fresco — is that we can downgrade our beauty routine to the bare essentials. All you need to look put-together is a radiant glow, a sexy sheen on your lips… Read More
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Beauty
May 15, 2012 4:20 PM
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Beauty Test Lab: Caviar Nail Art
When we first posted about the caviar nail art trend, a lot of you had questions about how practical beaded nails really were. Well, you know we wouldn't leave you guys hanging, so we got our hands on one of the highly covetable (seriously, these things have been selling out at Sephora) Ciaté Caviar… Read More
Miami
Nail Trends
May 14, 2012 2:30 PM EDT
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getnailed DIY Saran Wrap Nails For A Perfect, Easy Miami Mani
Maybe you feel like you have two left hands (or right!) when it comes to experimenting with nail art. Or maybe you just can't come up with weird enough ideas to emblazon on your paws. Never fear, because this simple (and we do mean simple) nail art DIY courtesy of mani maven Get Nailed is a cinch...and… Read More
Nail Polish Colors
May 7, 2012 3:40 PM
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Essie's Summer Polishes Make A Serious Splash
Usually when we hear the words "swimsuit shopping," we have a feeling of panic (we're not ready!), followed by guilt (did we really need that second scoop of ice cream?). Well, Essie's summer collection is looking to take some of the dread out of the experience with a new batch of polishes inspired by… Read More
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Skincare
May 15, 2012 11:10 AM
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legs-tips-makeup-opener How To Get Great Legs: 5 Tips We Swear By
We're loathe to admit it (we've been neglecting our squat thrusts at the gym), but it looks like summer '12 is going to be the season of the leg. Sure, there's always been lots of skin on display in the warmer months, but after Angelina Jolie's thigh-high slit at the Oscars, and Anja Rubik's pelvis… Read More
Miami
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May 8, 2012 9:00 AM EDT
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The Top 5 Most Luxurious Miami Facials...Plus One You Can DIY!
The heat is on. No, we aren't talking about our boys in black and red (though, they are quite hot these days, too), but literally, the Miami heat. The temps are really rising, bringing muggy days and steamy, steamy nights. Pores are clogged, T-zones shine, and your skin produces enough oil to make BP… Read More
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Skincare
May 7, 2012 4:20 PM
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The Botox-Free Guide To Looking Younger
If there's one thing age has taught us, it's that gravity can be a bitch. As we get older, our skin begins to lose elasticity as a result of damage to the collagen and elastin fibers, as well as age-related changes to the fat pads under our skin. "Most of this damage is from the sun, but lifestyle factors… Read More
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New Beauty Products
May 19, 2012 2:00 PM
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We know you guys are as addicted to Pinterest as we are — not only for its awesome power to inspire, but for its ability to suck up hours of time in what feels like seconds. We've spent many a deadline sweating it out to the last second because we've fallen into the glorious Pinterest abyss, crying… Read More
Chicago
New Beauty Products
May 18, 2012 6:00 AM CDT
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Lightweight Beauty For A Sticky Chicago Summer
After a winter of arctic temps, we can't exactly complain when we start to feel the warmth. Still, the sticky-ickiness of a humid Chicago summer can be tough to handle. Case in point: that beauty routine you've perfected turns to disaster the second you leave the air conditioning. To survive the melting… Read More
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New Beauty Products
May 17, 2012 3:20 PM
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mark-double-do-thumb Double Take: This Two-In-One Hair Product Is Just What We Need For Summer
The summer months are upon us, and while that means bare legs and girl-next-door freckles, it can wreak havoc on your tresses. Humid air spells frizz, frizz, frizz, and no matter how hard we try, we can't seem to nail down that whole sexy, tousled, beach-hair thing. While we would love to keep a personal… Read More
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Learn How To Get Creative With Your Liner

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As one half of the sister duo behind Woodley & Bunny, the ultra-hip Brooklyn (and now L.A.!) salon and apothecary, Misha Anderson has a knack for knowing when a beauty product is awesome. She's uncovered and introduced us to some of the under-the-radar beauty brands that are now can't-live-without… Read More

Laura Mercier Lip Balm

Laura Mercier Lip Balm

Who: Jillian

I use Laura Mercier Lip Balm pretty much every day. I hate the greasy feeling that some lip balms leave on your lips, and I hate how they dry out so you have to re-apply them a million times. This one doesn't do that at all and it gives just a hint of shimmer on your lips. The smell is light and refreshing instead of overpowering your mouth with menthol. It also has SPF 15 in it, which is always a plus because sunburnt lips are hellish.

Where: Laura Mercier Lip Balm , $20, at Nordstrom.

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I was wondering if you had any product suggestions for frizzy, shoulder-length hair. It's so poufy it makes me look like Hermione! — J

Hi J! Frizzy hair is the worst and it's especially prevalent this time of year. When your hair lacks moisture, it's more prone to going haywire in humidity, so you need to make sure it is properly hydrated.

Start off with a smoothing shampoo and conditioner that also has some reparative ingredients in it. I'm a big fan of Rahua's shampoo and conditioner, or try Pantene's Beautiful Lengths. Twice a week, be sure to use a restorative mask like Kérastase Nutritive Masqueintense. Finally, make friends with oils — they are the absolute best for smoothing down out-of-control strands. I love Shu Uemura Art of Hair Essence Absolue and Pureology's new Precious Oil. Rub a few drops between your palms, then smooth it down over any flyaways. If you're worried about hair looking greasy, focus the oils on the ends and just lightly run your hands over your roots.

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