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MTV Movie Awards Beauty Poll: Center Parts and Loose Waves

BellaSugar — Sun, 03 Jun 2007 23:45:56 -0700

Wow! Amanda Bynes, Jessica Alba, and Jessica Biel all look beautiful rocking this natural 'do at the MTV Movie Awards. I think Alba wins the hot award for overall best look. Whose center-parted wavy hair do you like best?

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The Golden Globes Red Carpet: Loose Waves & Center Parts

BellaSugar — Wed, 17 Jan 2007 14:37:47 -0800

Does FabSugar know how to call it or what? Two weeks ago we spotted a runway style for Spring we called Loose Waves & Center Parts that we knew was going to be red carpet hot! Since so many stars were already sporting this beautiful and breezy style we figured this is one hairdo that is here to stay.

Just look at all of the ladies who opted for loose waves and center parts at the 2007 Golden Globe Awards. There was Evangeline Lilly, Jennifer Hudson, Sheryl Crow, Jennifer Garner, Cate Blanchett, Kate Winslet, Salma Hayek, Sarah Paulson and Gillian Anderson.

To find out how to achieve this look at home read more.

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Beauty Spring Peek: Loose Waves & Center Parts

BellaSugar — Tue, 09 Jan 2007 12:40:08 -0800

Here's a look at another one of our Spring Peeks. All the starlets, models and singers are wearing the universally flattering look of loose waves & center parts. No more straight irons and no more stressing about perfect looking hair - yay!

This Spring, just relax and let your natural waves come out. Dare to wear your hair with a little bit of volume and some body. Here's how to get this great look that appeared on the recent runways of Bill Blass, Chloe and Victoria's Secret.

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Apply a volumizing solution to your roots such as Bumble & Bumble Tonic Spray Lotion, $22.99 Aveda Volumizing Tonic, $16.99 or Alterna Life Volumizing Spray Mousse,$21 if you have thin or fine hair.
Next, divide your hair into many different sections and secure each section with clips. Be sure and create a straight center part from the get-go.
Dry your hair until it's only a little bit damp. Hold the dryer facing downward (from roots to ends), to create a smoother finished product.
Take a large barrelled curling iron on the lowest heat setting and begin curling with the underneath pieces of hair. Skinny curling irons will give you tight curls while a larger barrelled iron will create loose waves. Take one section of hair and wrap it around the iron working your way up toward your roots. Tip: Don't open the iron; just wind your hair around the barrel.
Hold the hair around the iron for about 30 seconds and unwind it manually. Repeat this action for each section of your hair.
When you are finished, you will be tempted to take a brush or a comb to your hair, but don't do it! Allow your fingers to separate and relax the curls into waves.
Lastly, shake your hair out gently and then spritz it with one of these fabulous hairsprays.

Which Hair Style Looks The Most Uplifting on Adriana Lima?

BellaSugar — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 12:00:53 -0700

Adriana Lima has spent the past few months promoting a new Victoria's Secret bra, and in each of her three in-store appearances, she has styled her hair differently. The first is a center part with loose waves, the second is the modern half up, half down, and the last is a side part with straight hair.

I know that Adriana is getting paid to show up and sign autographs, but she always looks so enthusiastic. (I would, too, if I had her paycheck!) Out of these three sleek hairstyles, which do you like the most on this super-happy supermodel?

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Love It or Hate It? Jordin Sparks's Black-Tip Manicure

BellaSugar — Mon, 04 Feb 2008 12:00:22 -0800

Last night at the Super Bowl XLII, American Idol winner Jordin Sparks walked out onto the Arizona field to sing a very smooth and soulful "Star-Spangled Banner." For the most part I thought she looked great with her center part and loose waves, her iridescent pinky/purple eye shadow, and her understated black dress. But her silvery white and black-tipped manicure was questionable. What did you think of it?

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Hold It! Medium Hold Hairsprays

BellaSugar — Fri, 23 Mar 2007 08:11:22 -0700

With all of the gorgeous red carpet and complex hair dos I've been covering, I realized that a light hold hairspray isn't always enough. Sometimes you've got to kick things up a notch to ensure all that hard work doesn't fall apart. However, trying to find a hairspray that won't leave your hair (and fingers) feeling sticky and icky isn't always that easy. Alas...here are a few!

Dove Extra Hold Aerosol Hairspray, $5.19, is a medium hold spray - so don't let the name fool you. This spray is much more gentle than you think. It is formulated with their fabulous weightless moisturizer® that conditions as it styles so that you don't get that gross gooey feeling in your hair. You will still get natural movement with just a little more hold than in a light spray, plus, it smells great and dries really quickly!

For two more medium hold hairsprays, read more

Pantene Ice Shine Hairspray, $3.99, is a medium hold spray that lasts all day long and adds shine to your hair. This is great for updos with a deep part, or for loose curls with a center part if you want/need to control frizz or fly-a-ways.

Paul Mitchell Worked Up, $12.35, is a medium hold hairspray that works great for setting waves. It adds texture as well as hold. It also dries extremely quickly and is made from vegetable-derived conditioners to add intense shine and will help to reduce static.

Top Five Must-Haves for May

BellaSugar — Thu, 03 May 2007 07:30:26 -0700

Every month on BellaSugar, I'll give you my picks for the top five beauty products, colors, and looks you simply must have right now. This month, as we make the transition from springtime to summer, it's all about looking fresh, girly, and a little bit shimmery. Here are five ways to be beautiful in May.

Glitter Eye Pencils: Metallic eyes were all over the Spring runways - particularly thick, sparkly liners.
Lancome Proenza Pink Lipstick: This limited-edition shade is such a must-have that it's already sold out! You can pay a pretty penny on eBay, or try a matte fuchsia shade.
Liquid Luminizers: Perfect for springtime skin, these shimmery highlighters will give you a healthy, bright glow.
Hot-Pink Nail Polish: Bid adieu to the goth-nail look and embrace brights! I particularly like Essie's Bachelorette Bash.
Loose Waves and Center Parts: With all that shimmery, pink stuff, take a page from Jessica Alba and keep your locks on the simple side with this trendy style.