My sister has a full-time job, twin boys, and not a whole lot of time to spend on her hair. So, she asked me to help her create a look that was fun, easy, and — most importantly — fast.
Since braids and twists are trendy and flattering on just about everyone, I used that concept as my inspiration. And as she worked from home over the holidays, I got out the basics: a brush, some hairspray, and a ponytail holder. Here's what we did:
Spray hair with hairspray to create a smooth surface. Next, pull hair back into a low ponytail.
Using your fingers to separate hair above ponytail holder, create a hole.
Lift ponytail up and over ponytail holder, right into the hole you created. Push hair all the way through.
Pull ponytail outwards to tighten, and you're finished.
Optional: Loosen twist by lightly separating with fingers for a softer effect. Add a barrette à la Nicole Kidman for a fancy finish.
Winter is a lot of fun — at first. But after a month or two, the gray skies and slush tend to bring a girl down. One easy pick-me-up? Surround yourself with cheery colors that will provide a burst of sunshine even if it's cloudy outside. Since the color of 2009 fits the bill, it's a great place to start. I rounded up a few bright and happy makeup bags to help you kick off the new year. And as a bonus, they'll pop in the cavernous depths of your handbag — no more rummaging around to find what you're looking for.
As I was at a check-in kiosk over the holidays, I noticed several signs for showering facilities right at SFO. Granted, it's my hometown, so I'd have no reason to use it even if my flight was delayed, but I wondered if all the people camping out past security knew about this offering.
With standard ($11 for 20 minutes plus soap and towel) and deluxe ($15 for 30 minutes with full sets of toiletries and towel) showers, this didn't seem like a bad idea if someone wasn't down to spring for a hotel room for the night. Have you ever showered or used spa/hair salon facilities while waiting for takeoff?
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For the new year, I'm sure you are making your resolutions and looking forward to new beginnings. And when it comes to your skin, I'm sure you aren't looking for any new pimples. Well, thanks to our friends at Sephora, they've got us covered in that department.
All this week we're giving away Philosophy Completely Clear Skin, a skincare quartet that not only prevents blemishes, it gets rid of them and helps reduce the signs of aging and discoloration from acne. Now we're talking.
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Bonne Année. Feliz Año Nuevo. Happy New Year. However you say it, it's goodbye 2008 and hello 2009. And as we enter into this year, I've got some great beauty items to start it all off right. Whether it's a radiant makeup palette or a January birthstone-inspired scent, check out my slideshow for some inspiration. Cheers to a healthy new year!
Kristin Cavallari went with a black-lace, bra-baring top at The Breeders' Cup Winners Circle Event in LA. She paired it with black skinny pants, and kept things neutral with beige patent pumps and a matching clutch.
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