Hot Beauty & Style How-Tos
How To: Give your hair a hot oil treatment at home
If your hair is dry and damaged, a hot oil treatment might be exactly what you need to return it's natural, healthy sheen. And it's not very hard to do one at home. This tutorial shows you eight different ways how!
How To: Create Jennifer Lopez's sleek Hollywood pin curls with Ken Paves
Jennifer Lopez, better known by her diva moniker J Lo, doesn't step foot out of her multistory mansion without a full face of makeup on, beautiful, voluminous curls, and her neck and hands dipped in diamonds.
How To: Get Rid of Hair Static with a Dryer Sheet and Hand Lotion
Have you ever pulled a wool sweater off of your head in the middle of winter ready to look all hot and stuff in your cocktail dress, only to see your boyfriend snickering at you because your hair is standing straight up and unruly like Einstein? Then you know the fashion-destroying powers of hair static.
How To: Prevent chapped lips, dry skin, and a flaky nose in the winter
Still using the same lightweight, oil-free lotion during the winter as you did last summer? Then are you really surprised to hear that your flaky, dry winter skin is coming from your incorrect moisturization habits? The shift from warmer, more humid days to dry and cold immediately saps your skin of moisture, meaning you have to update your beauty routine to stay moisturized.
How To: Prevent dry and itchy winter skin with tips
Still using the same lightweight, oil-free lotion during the winter as you did last summer? Then it's obvious where your flaky, dry winter skin is coming from. The shift from warmer, more humid days to dry and cold immediately saps your skin of moisture, meaning you have to update your beauty routine to stay moisturized.
How To: Do your nails in pink and white with hearts to celebrate Valentine's Day
This nail art is a perfect look for Valentine's Day. Give the tips a pretty scalloped red tip, and then add a little white heart onto each nail tip. You can use pink instead of red and it'll still look the same.
How To: Give yourself a classy and easy makeup look for summertime
Summer is coming, and of course you're going to want to look your best. The makeup palette you use during winter shouldn't be the same as summer. Here are a few good tips on giving yourself a light and summery look.
How to Create a "Tron: Legacy" siren Gem inspired makeup look
"Tron: Legacy" may have not been the most plot-driven movie out there, nor will it be an Oscar contender, but cinematography-wise it was truly a feast for the eyes. One of our favorite video game characters from the movie was Gem, one of the sirens who suit Sam up for the games.
How To: Use inexpensive apple cider vinegar to cure acne
Acne sucks, and if you have it then you've probably spent hundreds of dollars on salicylic acid face washes, benzoyl peroxide moisturizers, and stinging alcohol toners. But to what end? Most of the products you buy at the drugstore dry out your skin too much, especially when used in conjunction with one another. This leads to oil overcompensation and even more acne.
How To: Create a messy low hipster ponytail with Kandee Johnson
Hipsters never have to try hard to look good. In fact, the more randomly thrown together and messy you look, the better. So look smashing while somewhat looking smashed by creating this disheveled low side ponytail.
How To: Create a cute and curly Valentine's Day short hairstyle
Valentine's Day is all about expressing romance, so why shouldn't your hair do the same? While straight locks are a great go-to look, there's nothing quite like voluminous, sexy waves for your guy to run his fingers through.
How To: Create Jennifer Aniston's pleated side braid from the 2009 Oscars
Jennifer Aniston's name is synonymous with the one and only "The Rachel" haircut, but since those short layered days she's also sported many other fabulous hairstyles worthy of being copied.
How To: Cut sexy bangs like Jennifer Aniston in "Allure"
Inspired by French sex siren Brigitte Bardot, Jennifer Aniston plays up the sex bombshell angle in the new February issue of "Allure." Wearing little more than a PJ set completely unbuttoned up front, she exudes an effortless glamour.
How To: Dye your hair red like Angelina Jolie fast
Want to spice things up a bit in the hair department? If you have naturally dark, medium, or light brown hair then going red may be a fun option to consider.
How To: Create January Jones' Golden Globes 2011 modern screen siren look
January Jones is without a doubt a modern bombshell. While she always sports sleek makeup looks on the red carpet, they also tend to be rooted in classic old Hollywood - take the bold red lips she wore to the 2011 Golden Globes, for example.
How To: Create Dianna Agron's Golden Globes 2011 feminine makeup look
Dianna Agron, AKA Quinn Fabray on "Glee," is one gorgeous actress. And at the recent 2011 Golden Globes Awards she totally glammed it up in a trailing floor-length white princess gown. To complement her feminine attire she pulled her hair up in a voluminous down do and opted for very classic makeup.
How To: Make an easy and natural hair perfume for any kind of hair
This works on natural hair, braides, weaves and extensions. You can use the recipe as a simple hair perfume, to keep your hair smelling fresh and beautiful; or turn this into an effective and easy leave in conditioner for your hair.
How To: Get Jennifer Aniston's sleek girl next door hairstyle
Jennifer Aniston is one of the few actresses out there whose name is synonymous with a hairstyle. Like Halle Berry and Farrah Fawcett before here, "The Rachel" has become a celebrity in its own right. But Jennifer Aniston has a lot more to offer in the hair department than simple, shoulder-length layers.
How To: Make Homemade Nourishing Creams
Homemade nourishing creams are easy and very simple to make. The ingredients are harmless and natural. It costs a fraction of what you would pay in the market. You also know exactly what goes into the product you make. Since homemade nourishing creams do not contains any preservatives, it's better to produce in small quantities and store it in the fridge to avoid waste.
How To: Clear Acne Fast with Home Remedies
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How To: Curl a pair of Sperry Top-Sider laces
Want to curl a pair of Sperry Top-Sider laces? It's easy! So easy, in fact, that this video can present a complete, step-by-step overview of the process in about 3 minutes. For all of the details, and to get started yourself, take a look!
How To: Cut an asymmetrical angled A-line bob hairstyle
If you're still obsessed with Olivia Wilde's blunt-cut bob in "Tron," then why not get the cut for yourself? We know it's a really big change, especially if you have long hair, but if you're ready to take the plunge, then check out this video to learn how to cut an assymetrical angled A-line bob.
How To: Style a sleek A-line bob haircut
Are you obsessed with bobs now after watching bombshell actress Olivia Wilde donning one (albiet it was a wig) in the futuristic action film "Tron"? If you're serious about taking the plunge into short hairhood, then check out this video for your introduction to cutting and styling an A-line bob.
How To: Cut and style a square-shaped classic layered bob
Does a bob haircut remind you of flappers from the 1920's? Originally, the hairstyle (as worn by flappers) was meant to be an androgynous cut, boyish in length and style.
How To: Cut and style a classic one-length blunt bob hairstyle
Does a bob haircut remind you of flappers from the 1920's? Originally, the hairstyle (as worn by flappers) was meant to be an androgynous cut, boyish in length and style.
How To: Cut and style a modern poufy bob haircut
Does a bob haircut remind you of flappers from the 1920's? Originally, the hairstyle (as worn by flappers) was meant to be an androgynous cut, boyish in length and style.
How To: Create a formal and elegant wedding updo
You should look like a veritable fairytale princess on your wedding day, so make sure you dress to impress from head to toe by wearing some cute white Christian Louboutins and donning one of the elegant formal updos presented in this hairstyling tutorial.
How To: Create a full formal bridal updo for short hair
You don't need to invest in fake hair - AKA hair extensions - to look like you have a head full of enviable voluminous, thick hair. In fact, all you need to do to create buxom hair looks is a few tricks, and a few hairstyles targeted towards making your hair look fuller.
How To: Create three formal elegant wedding hairstyles
You should look like a veritable fairytale princess on your wedding day, so make sure you dress to impress from head to toe by wearing some cute white Christian Louboutins and donning one of the elegant formal updos presented in this hairstyling tutorial.
How To: Create Lea Michele's messy and curly side bun from the 2011 Golden Globes
Lea Michele, like her overachieving character Rachel in "Glee," has a bit of a diva complex. But with that talent, those smashing pearly whites, beestung lips, and gorgeous dark brown hair, we don't blame her.
How To: Create a Brigitte Bardot/Doutzen Kroes inspired voluminous curly hairstyle
Ultimate femme fatale Brigitte Bardot oozed sex appeal in every facet of her life, from her sometimes smeared, sexy smoky eyes and cat liner to her just-rolled-out-of-bed curly, slightly disheveled hair.
How To: Create a Jessica Simpson inspired poofy half up half down hairstyle
You probably remember Jessica Simpson best from her "mom jeans" fiasco when she gained a bit of weight, wore unflattering jeans, and looked like - gasp! - a real woman, but what the girlfriend lacks in the fashion department she makes up for in her great taste in hair.
How To: Create a quick and simple formal side bun
An elegant, formal hairstyle that's appropriate for everything from weddings to cocktail parties to work isn't as hard as it sounds to style. In fact, all you have to do is watch this video for simple instructions.
How To: Create a flirty sideswept bang Victoria's Secret hairstyle
Whenever hairdressers hear "give me Victoria's Secret hair" from their clients, they immediately know what it means. We're talking cover girl hair: The enviably voluminous, just-took-a-roll-in-the-hay, just knocked boots, sexy goddess look. And what girl doesn't want to look like Sophia Loren?
How To: Create Hilary Swank's '70s feathery hairstyle from her "InStyle" cover
Oscar winner Hilary Swank looks like a '70s sex symbol on her recent "InStyle" cover. With feathery, blown-out hair reminiscent of Farrah Fawcett and shaggy front bangs, she looks glamorous and flirty.
How To: Create a simple piecy, beachy hair look
Beachy hair never goes out of style if you're a Californian, even if it's winter (which for us just means two months of not hitting the beach). The piecy, beachy hairstyle is carefree, easy to do, and disheveled in the sexiest way possible.
How To: Create a sparkly "gold leaf" winter nail design
Just because it's winter and sparkly, cheery colors abound doesn't mean that you can't lean a little to the dark side. While we simply adore gold nails, we dig these black and gold "gold leaf" nails, which mix black and gold together for a multifaceted, edgy look.
How To: Create an Isla Fisher inspired half up half down twisted hairstyle
Isla Fisher is a such a cutie, and compact for your convenience. The comedian/actress has an effervescent personality and her makeup and hairstyles usually follow her fun approach to life.
How To: Create a frosty, glistening snow inspired winter makeup look
If you're lucky enough to have snow outside your front door right now, then you know how beautiful it can be to just take a walk around the neighborhood, watching as the soft snow glistens quietly. Mimic that same surreal magic by creating a makeup look inspired by snow.
How To: Curl your hair without having to use a curling iron
Curling irons can be damaging to your hair, but curls look so good! This video bridges that gap, teaching you two separate techniques for curling your hair without having to use a curling iron or other heat tool. You might need a little mousse, though.