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Backstage Beauty at Thakoon

Fresh yet luminous--this is pretty much exactly how I want to look come this Fall, when I'm all snuggled up in my cozy knits and layers. Actually, seeing as how we are still in the...
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Backstage at Jason Wu

Just caught a glimpse of the hair look that stylist extraordinaire Odile Gilbert created for Jason Wu's fall/winter show! She straightened the hair, parted it in the middle, and created a slightly rounded, soft shape...
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Freida Pinto on Becoming the Latest L'Oreal Paris Spokesperson

Hollywood It girl Freida Pinto embraces her latest role--as the face of an iconic beauty brand.When I was little, I'd be a flower, a table, or a tree in school plays--anything that would give me...
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Special Valentine's Day Deal From GO-GIRL!

Are you on the hunt for a super cute AND affordable gift to give to your special someone (whether that person is a boyfriend, a best friend, or a family member)? GO-GIRL, who are experts...
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Contest Alert: Win a LA Shopping Spree with The Veronicas!

Girls, prepare to unleash your inner rock goddess! Starting on Monday, February 1st, FLIRT! Cosmetics is teaming up with Aussie pop-rock duo The Veronicas for the launch of their newest fragrance, Rock-n-Rebel--and as part of...
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Ken Paves' Secret Styling Tip

For you girls out there who regularly use heat-styling tools--whether it's a blow-dryer, flat iron, or curling iron--on your hair (and this includes yours truly), listen up! Here's a quick and simple tip from star...
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An Apple A Day...

A few weeks ago, I blogged about DKNY's mouth-watering new Candy Apples scents (available now!), and I just received a video clip of the reeeally cute animation short they created for the launch. If the...
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Don't spoil your beauty routine

We all know that beauty products don't stay fresh forever and eventually need to be replaced, but honestly, amidst schoolwork, extracurricular activities, and relationship drama, who has the ability to remember exactly when that mascara...
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30 Days of Hair: Hat Hair Fix

As a current New Yorker (and former Chicagoan), I've come to accept the fact that during the winter, certain beauty sacrifices have to be made for the sake of staying warm. Case in point: HAT...
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Dullness Be Gone!

Problem 1: My skin has been taking a beating lately, thanks to the frigid winds that whip against it every day, and as a result my face feels uncomfortably tight and flaky, and looks very...
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Protect Your Skin the Eco-Chic Way

I was lucky enough to spend New Year's in the sunny Bahamas (it feels so long ago... sigh!), where I tested out a cute and sporty sunscreen brand called Smart Girls Who Surf. The name...
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30 Days Of Hair: Winter Warm-Up Tips For Brunettes

It's been fifteen years since I last colored my dark brown-black hair. Back then, super chunky highlights were in and my head resembled a tiger's striped mane. (I can't believe I thought it looked cool...)...
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Low Fuel

Love junk food? You're not the only one. Nine out of ten teens aren't getting the fruits and veggies that constitute a healthy diet. I don't eat fruit during the winter, and during the...
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Good things come in small packages

The powerhouse design-duo behind MOR Cosmetics have done it again! Every time they launch something new, I feel like I always respond with endless oohs and aahs at the GORGEOUS packaging and product formulas, and...
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Skin Deep

Stressed about your skin? Calming down may be the first step to a clear complexion. Battling stubborn zits can be a huge headache, but letting it ruin your mood may end up making things...
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Sample Sale Alert: Ted Rossi NYC!

I just got word that edgy accessories brand Ted Rossi NYC is having a sample sale TODAY at their Manhattan office! Bangles start at just $15 (Miley Cyrus loves wearing the studded one pictured...
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Secret To Staying Healthy This Winter

Sure, we've all heard that getting enough vitamin C and zinc are important for a healthy immune system, but that may not be the whole story. "The science is still spotty in terms of...
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Cyber sensation: Pretty Soon Lip Gloss

There's a brand new lip gloss brand that's quietly gaining steam among avid makeup fans on the Web. Launched by the creator of the popular SunLove Self Tanner, Pretty Soon is a company made by...
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Tempting Treats From DKNY

The geniuses at DKNY have made it possible to indulge in sweet candy apples completely guilt-free! (I know, I know--Halloween was months ago, but I firmly believe those tasty goodies should be enjoyed year...
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Sweet Treat For Feet

Even on the chilliest of days, the scent of vanilla is always able to put me in a warm and cozy state of mind. Maybe it's because it reminds me of all the delicious Christmas...
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Pulling Double Duty: Pop Beauty's Eye Shadow Clutches

Are you searching for the perfect beauty gift that keeps on giving? Look no more! Check out this adorably chic eye shadow palette from Pop Beauty. Not only is it packed with enough knockout...
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Health Alert: Unsafe Sex Among Teens is on The Rise

Protect Yourself: When used correctly, condoms are 98 percent effective in preventing pregnancy.We know it's bad, but my friends and I don't use condoms during sex," admits seventeen-year-old Ellen,* from New York City. "We're too...
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Lily Collins on the Key to Looking Pretty Under Pressure

Grey Gardens: Lily wears an American retro sweater and Isabel Marant skirt. Photographed by Sasha Eisenman. Spend just a few minutes with Lily Collins and one thing is clear: She really likes a challenge. "When...