Clean & Clear, Prom and 90210: your chance to go to West Beverly High

8 Worst Hair Shampoos

Be kind to your hair. Avoid these.

Before you fall for promising packaging, see why readers gave these shampoos a thumbs down See shampoos

No. 8: Bumble and bumble Seaweed Shampoo, $16

TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 4.4*

"It does have a funny smell and my hair doesn't feel clean after use."

No. 7: PHYTO PhytoSpecific Optimal Hydration Shampoo, $24

TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 4.3*

"For the cost you can buy another better shampoo; it's just not worth it."

No. 6: Burt's Bees Rosemary Mint Shampoo Bar, $5.99

TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 4.2*

"It was pretty difficult to get enough lather to completely get my hair clean, and I ended up in the shower for way longer than I wanted to be."

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Here at Makeup University, we don't just give you free product and beauty help; we give away trips and opportunities to make your dreams come true!

Read below on how you can enter to win a chance to have a walk on tv roll plus a years worth of great skin care! Good luck!

CLEAN & CLEAR® Kicks off the Countdown to Prom: Teens! Enter to Win a Walk-On Roll on the Prom Episode of the CW’s Hit Show, “90210”

Every teen dreams of being a star at Prom, and now CLEAN & CLEAR is offering teens the opportunity of a lifetime – to be a star on the CW’s hit show, “90210” and appear on the West Beverly Prom episode!

How to score this incredible opportunity? It’s simple, just visit CWTV.COM/COUNTDOWN and upload a brief video that explains why you and your best friend deserve this once-in-a-lifetime experience to appear on the hottest teen show and win the following:



· Appearance on the CW’s “90210” West Beverly Prom episode

· A 4 day, 3 night trip to Los Angeles, California to film the episode

· On-set VIP treatment including hair, make-up, and wardrobe styling

· 1 year supply of CLEAN & CLEAR®



Visit CWTV.COM/COUNTDOWN to enter and catch Annie’s blog. Listen to her candid confessionals to her friend’s back home on what’s really going on with her, and the scoop on all things West Beverly High. Annie will even share her personal countdown to Prom, dishing on beauty tips that will get her primped to perfection for Prom night

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Olay Definity review for you

Easy Hairstyle Update -- Bangs!

Follow the lead of these celebrity beauties and transform your haircut by cutting bangs

Bangs are the easiest way to update your hairstyle without having to cut your hair short or completely change your color. So why not kick off the new year with a gorgeous new look? You can try retro blunt a la Katy Perry or soft and sideswept like Jessica Biel. Let these celebrity photos inspire you. See bangs

Well, I've got bangs, how about you?
And...I recently have tried the Olay Definity foaming moisturizer. Now, I'm not sure why it comes in an aerosol like foamy dispenser; perhaps the air makes it work better? Though I do know that I like it.
If you like emollient, somewhat greasy and very rich feeling product, this is for you. I have dry dry dry skin and I live in the desert. So, I need all the slathery grease I can get!
It does not have an spf, bummer.
But, it goes on smooth, rich, slickery and and I like it so far and I've used it twice. The real test and challenge will come when I layer my foundation over it. Til then...enjoy the beauty bubble and I'll see you at a workshop soon!
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Lip liners: my fave is a flesh tone, how about you?

Best Liners for Your Lips

From MAC and Smashbox to Wet n Wild, the pencils that got top ratings and product reviews

Not too hard or soft, these lip liners appealed to TotalBeauty.com editors and members for a variety of really good reasons. Find out if you should upgrade the pencil you have at home or add another color to your collection. See liners

I say, use a nude shade liner everyday; with your chapstick, carmex or lip gloss. In addition to the lipstick that you may be wearing, the lip liner helps define and shape the mouth. Not necessarily in a Lucille Ball way, but in a polished pulled together way.
Now, add teeth whitener and flossing to the routine and you have one camera ready mouth! Enjoy the beauty bubble!

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Golden Globe style that you can use!

Best Hair and Makeup from the 2009 Golden Globes

See all the glamorous looks and learn how to easily recreate them at home

The Golden Globes are a great way to kick off awards season. We love watching stars like Angelina Jolie, Kate Winslet and Jennifer Lopez get all glammed up. But who says these styles are just for the red carpet? Not us. Use our tips to recreate these hair and makeup looks for yourself. (No reason celebrities should be the only ones looking fab.) Bonus: There was only one major hairstyle disaster of the night -- can you guess who? See her photo revealed at the end. See the looks

Style is what you make it! Forge a new path and create a new trend...then send me a picture!
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Protect your hair!

Quiz: How Healthy Is Your Hair?

Find out if it’s Pantene-commercial worthy or if it should join Amy Winehouse in rehab

Think your hair is healthy? The answer might surprise you. Take this quiz to find out the real health of your hair and get tips on how to nurse it back to a shiny, soft state. Take the quiz

Healthy hair is more than just getting your split ends trimmed regularly. It's about choosing hair products that are pH balanced and sulfate and petrochemcial free.
If you perm or color your hair, choosing a gentle formulation to preserve the integrity of the hair.
Enjoy the beauty bits!
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Foundation is one of the most important makeup choices you make!

Quiz: What’s Your Perfect Foundation?

Find the formula that will finally give you flawless-looking skin

How many times has your foundation looked great at the beauty counter, then “off” the next day? Take this quiz to find out what kind of makeup your skin really needs and get expert tips on making your skin look its best. Find your match

Foundation is one of the questions I get asked about most. Which shade, formulation and how to apply. Visit me at the next Makeup University workshop where we are going to focus on how to select the foundation that works best for you, plus how to contour and highlight using two shades, adding concealer to camoflauge flaws and in general, pick out your best face in a bottle!
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Some gels are better than others!

Top 17 Hair Gels

Gel can add volume and tame curls, but it can also create crunchy, ’80s hair — eek!

Luckily these top-rated brands did no such thing. Read reviews

No. 17: L’Oreal Paris Studio Mega Gel

TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 8*

“This is the product I couldn’t live without…”

No. 16: Biolage Gelee

TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 8.1*

“It’s got a great non-sticky texture and doesn’t feel gross…”

No. 15: Herbal Essences Totally Twisted Curl Scrunching Gel

TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 8.1*

“Curls last all day long! Straight-haired women could even…”

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Everyone loves great hair products! Now, what you will love even better is knowing which ones work and which ones don't! Enjoy!
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Laughter is the best beauty secret

17 Funniest Beauty Product Reviews of 2008

Lip stains that smell like horse hoof balm?! These strong opinions make beauty so much fun

TotalBeauty.com reader reviews help you decide which products are must-haves and which ones to avoid like the plague, but they're also an endless source of amusement. Here are the reviews that had us spewing coffee from our noses. See reviews

I'm often asked which is the best creme? Best makeup? What procedure will make me look younger?
The answer is laughter. "A Merry Heart Does Good Like a Medicine".
And it's cheap too.
So start laughing your way to beauty and victory in this new year and I'll be right beside you in a belly guffaw!
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Making the most of mascara

Gwen Stefani Hair Photos

Check out the second-time mom's trendy haircuts, from rocker ponytails to glam updos

We can't get enough of Gwen, whether we're singing along to her tracks or coveting her creative looks. She bounces from punk rocker to glamour chick with an ease we try to emulate, but nobody does it quite like she can. Check out her many different (very blonde) hairstyles. See Gwen

I really enjoy the style of Gwen Stefani. If you do too, go ahead and click through on today's total beauty bit!

What I wanted to talk with you about today is making the most of your mascara. True, not all brands are alike; yet, you can get more out of the one you choose by a simple addition or two!

1. Mascara spoils easily, expect to buy a new one every 6-8 weeks, kind of like getting highlights done. If you are buying a brand in a price range that doesn't allow you to buy it that often, it would be better to get something that costs less and change it more often than to hold onto the expensive tube until the label wears off and you can no longer read what brand it is.

2. Curl your lashes before you apply your mascara. Remember to choose the metal one and heat it with your hair dryer for a few seconds to get a tighter curl on your lashes.

3. Powder your lashes heavily to make them fuller and longer. Use transparent face powder and dust your lashes til they appear like you've been hit with a puff full of flour! Now apply the mascara over it and the powder will adhere to the lashes and the mascara to the powder and the result is you have fuller longer lashes with out addding another product.

4. Finally, if you would like to add another product, consider a lash fortifying and growing product such as Talika Lipocils, or; I may be able to recommend Lash Food. I'm talking with them now about sampling it and getting some results feedback.

Which means in the meantime...I can't use my Talika....so we shall see.

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Thanks for coming out to Fresh Start!

Jennifer Aniston's Sexy Hairstyles

See this celebrity's coveted haircut straight, wavy and (gasp!) dreaded

Since the end of "Friends" (and Brad Pitt), Jennifer Aniston has mostly strayed from the spotlight (except for a few shots of her and John Mayer). But the fanaticism over her haircut continues. We managed to snag photos of her latest hairstyles, including a shot of her on the set of "Marley & Me." See Jennifer

The Fresh Start class was awesome! Thank you so much for coming out!

For today, visit the beauty bit for a quick peak at Jennifer A.'s hair, it is a cute style and may work for you.

Last night at class, we really focused on individual beauty and not following a specific "trend" or celebrity look. So peak at Jen, then figure out how to make it work for you.

Enjoy the beauty bit!

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Monday Hair news

Sexy Celebrity Hairstyles for Fine Hair

These haircuts and updos added oomph to flat-haired celebrities like Jennifer Aniston and Jessica Biel

Fine hair can be tricky to style -- do it wrong and you wind up with flat, lifeless strands. To save you from yet another hairstyling headache we got celeb stylist Nelson Chan of the Nelson J salon in Beverly Hills, Calif., to dish on what celebrity-inspired cuts and styles will pump up your fine-textured strands. See fine hair

Enjoy the hair info in today's daily beauty bubble. I have hair that is thin, curly on the bottom by the nape of the neck and straight on the top. I also seem to have a problem finding a stylist that I like. At this time, the plan is to just let it grow. Period.
Though I would like to find a good stylist to cut my son's hair. Any recommendations?
See you at Fresh Start tomorrow night for the new year new you class!
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Laughing is a great anti-ager!

Get Perfect Skin in 2009

Use this step-by-step guide and have glowing skin all year long

Here's the scoop on what products you should think about using in your 20s, 30s, 40s and 50s to keep your skin looking great. With these regimens, you can be on your way to flawless skin in the new year. Who doesn't want that? Find your regime

Get ready for great skin! Hydrate from within, take your supplements, regularly apply your anti-aging treatments and creams. Then laugh.
A merry heart doeth good like a medicine! Spending time laughing and sharing is a youthful activity.
Enjoy the beauty bit and see you at the Fresh Start class!

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So how does your makeup drawer look?

Does Your Makeup Need a New Year Makeover?

It may be time to give your product stash the update it needs

Is your cosmetics bag overflowing with dried-out mascaras, cracked eye shadows and a tube of lipstick from 2002? If so, it may be in need of an overhaul. Take this quiz to find out how much TLC it needs. Take the quiz

If you think your makeup does need a makeover ,come see me at the Fresh start women's foundation on Tuesday January 6th. I can help!
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The first party weekend of the year...Saturday night looks

It is a new year and a new you. The workshop at Fresh Start has some space left and the focus of the teaching will be how to discover your personal beauty.
See you there and as always, remember to bring the tools and product that you currently use to learn with.
Yes, of course...I'll have some kind of goodie for you to take home.
Register through the Fresh Start website or call them directly (www.wehelpwomen.com)
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Friday beauty recoup!

How to Rock Your New Makeup

Take this quiz to find your best colors and the right way to wear them

Did your presents this year include some fun new makeup? Lucky! Find out how to wear all those new shades with this quiz. Take the quiz

It's a New Year~ are you as excited as I am?
Anything is possible and anything can happen! Now, for your new years resolutions, by the way, I didn't make any this year...when it comes to your beauty routine: perhaps now is the time to focus on making your beauty about you and not what is the current trend.

I know, I know! I normally teach trend. Though, this time, let's talk about you. Let's make it about you! What makes you look your best, feel your best and be your best!

The less we compare to others, the more we feel satisfied and content with ourselves.
So send your questions, I'll help where I can and if you want one on one advice, come visit me at the Fresh Start Women's foundation makeup class this Tuesday January 6th. Free childcare and $5 registration fee.
See you there!
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