Total Beauty: Keep Hair Healthy & Color Vibrant

while i've embraced the ombre trend by allowing my highlighted hair to grow out, i still can attest to the fact that keeping hair color looking fabulous and healthy is possible.

want to know some fab secrets for keeping your color-treated hair looking its best? check out this article from totalbeauty.com...

5 Expert Tips to Maintain Your Hair Color

You've finally got the color of your dreams -- and then you watch it fade before your very eyes. Find out how to maintain your hair's color now

This is a TotalBeauty.com hair color article Here's a happy scenario: You found the ultimate colorist and couldn't be happier with the color Mother Nature forgot to give you. Here's the sad follow-up: After a week of rockin' your new color, you realize your hair isn't as lustrous and vibrant as it was when you left the salon. What do you do? Check out these tips on how to lock in your color for good. Keep color

Total Beauty: Save Time on Your Beauty Routine

who doesn't want to save time when it comes to beauty prep? or at least be prepared with knowing the best products to use when the time comes around for such a situation?

from stick-on nail polishes to multi-purpose products, take a look at this fabulous article from Total Beauty to discover what you can do to save precious minutes when it comes to your beauty routine...

9 Best Timesaving Beauty Products

These amazing, multi-tasking beauty products will save you from wasting precious minutes in the morning

This is a TotalBeauty.com beauty tips article We know -- with everything you've got to do in the morning, you don't have time to futz with a complicated get-ready routine. That's why we talked to top makeup artists and got them to dish about the best multi-tasking products that are guaranteed to shorten your morning makeup routine. You know, so you can hit that luxurious snooze button just one more time. See products

Total Beauty: 8 Must-Have Makeup Trends for Fall

the spring runway trends are still fresh in my head at the moment, so it's fitting that i share this fab article from Total Beauty to jog my memory of the trends that are to be embraced now.

fall is, after all, my favorite season!

from rich lip shades to metallic smokey eyes, many of these beauty looks aren't new, but seeing them in current mags, on models, done in fantastically outrageous ways, can be overwhelming.

learn how they can me worn in a real-life-friendly way...

How to Wear Fall's Hottest Makeup Trends Without Looking Ridiculous

See the 8 hottest trends off the runway and learn how to make them wearable for your everyday

This is a TotalBeauty.com makeup trends article While avant-garde makeup looks amazing in magazine spreads and on models strutting down the catwalk, the looks can end up looking ridiculous at the office or even when you're headed out for a Saturday night on the town -- until now! Our beauty expert fills us in on how to translate these trends into looks that are wearable. See how-tos

Total Beauty: Alexa Chung's Signature Look

if you don't know who Alexa Chung is, it's time to do your homework. not only is she a fabulous, modern style muse, but this former model also hosted a fun talk show on mtv {It's On with Alexa Chung}, and will soon be on as the host of Lifetime's 24-Hour Catwalk {there's also a rumor about a shopping show on PBS called Thrifting America, but solid details have yet to surface}.



Alexa not only has amazing style, continuing to keep the fashion world in awe, but she also happens to have a simplistic beauty look that anyone can achieve.



want to get the minimal, but still gorgeous, look for yourself? click the link below and get the step-by-step from Total Beauty's Charli Schuler so you too can recreate the Alexa Chung signature makeup look...

How to Copy Alexa Chung's Signature Makeup Look

We've figured it out. We finally nailed down the beauty products and application technique to copy the former model's gorgeous makeup look -- make it yours now

This is a TotalBeauty.com makeup tutorial article This fashion icon has been called "the most stylish woman in the world" in "Vogue" magazine, and "beautiful and clever" by designer Karl Lagerfeld. And now, as the new host of Lifetime's "24-Hour Catwalk," we can't get enough of her simple, yet flawless makeup. Want to know how she does it? Get tips

Total Beauty: Fabulous Makeup Primers

i have my favorite primers-- what are yours? did they make this list?

12 Amazing Makeup Primers

Keep your makeup from melting off your face with these primers

This is a TotalBeauty.com best and worst makeup products article Makeup primers are crucial for keeping oil at bay, filling in fine lines, and providing a smooth canvas for your foundation to stick to. So, if you don't have one yet, choose from these reader-approved favorites. See the best

No. 12: Sally Hansen Natural Beauty Inspired by Carmindy Luminizing Face Primer, $19.99

TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 7.8

"I love that post-gym workout glow and I can achieve that (minus the workout on those lazy days!) with Carmindy's Luminizing Primer."

No. 11: Smashbox Photo Finish Foundation Primer SPF 15 with Dermaxyl Complex, $42

TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 7.9

"My makeup stays on all day and night. And, it also minimizes my pores, which is a plus."

No. 10: Bare Escentuals Prime Time Brightening Foundation Primer, $21

TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 8

"I have tried many primers and this one actually does what it says! I am a Mineral Makeup girl, and this definitely sets it for the day."

Want to see what other primers made the list? Click here!

Total Beauty: 10 Best Budget Beauty Tips

looking to save money on your beauty routine? want to pamper yourself without blowing your budget? using foods and other household items you probably already have is not only cost-effective, make you look and feel awesome, but is amazingly healthy as well!

check out this fun article from Total Beauty that shares some fabulous tips for pampering yourself naturally and still keep your bank account happy.

enjoy!

10 Best Homemade Beauty Products

Those leftovers that even the family dog wouldn't eat are actually great ingredients for homemade beauty products

This is a TotalBeauty.com budget products article These bargain beauty tips will show you how to turn kitchen leftovers and more into everything you need to look great. Bonus: These tips all use natural ingredients. Get how-tos

Total Beauty: Undo Stress-Induced Beauty Issues

when you're stressed, whether you like it or not, it shows up on your face. i don't know about you, but i do everything in my power to deflect stress. non-beauty-related things from journal writing, to daily exercise; getting together with friends and also spending time alone; all of these things help me keep the peace in my mind and body, which translates directly to how my face looks.

in the following article (courtesy of totalbeauty.com}, you'll find a handful of tips that may be helpful when it comes to keeping you looking happy and stress-free, under any circumstance...enjoy!

How to Ditch the Side Effects of Stress

See how stress affects your skin and learn how to reverse the damage

This is a TotalBeauty.com stress and women article According to New York City dermatologist David Goldberg, MD, when a person becomes stressed, the hormone cortisol rises causing skin to become oily, red and aged. So what can you do about it? Check out these easy lifestyle tricks that'll keep you looking good no matter what your stress level. De-stress

tell me: when you're stressed, what are your favorite beauty practices??

total beauty: 23 tried, tested and rejected anti-aging products

before you head out to buy a new anti-aging product, check out this list of poor performing products as reveiwed by real women at Total Beauty's website!

23 Horrible Anti-Aging Skin Care Products

Readers say these anti-aging products did nothing that they claimed to do

This is a TotalBeauty.com anti-aging skin care article To help save you from getting hurt by these products that don't deliver, we're here to share a list of the anti-aging goods our readers have tried, tested and rejected. See products

No. 23: Cosmedicine MegaDose Skin Fortifying Serum, $60

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 6

"I was completely disgusted by the smell. I don't know what this is 'supposed' to do for your skin, but the smell makes me not care."

No. 22: L'Oreal Paris RevitaLift Complete Lotion SPF 15, $16.59

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 6

"I tried using this once and had to stop, [because it made my] face start to itch and feel dry."

No. 21: Benefit Eyecon, $28

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 6

"After applying it twice a day for over a month" one reader didn't see "changes under my eyes" or "any lightening at all."

Want to see what other products made the list? Click here!

Total Beauty: The Best Movie Makeovers Ever

for beauty fans, makeover montages in movies are always the best part, right? my personal faves are Brittany Murphy in Clueless (sure, i watched the movie at least 10 times in the theater when i was 15, but don't ask me for a grand total to-date, LOL) and Anne Hathaway in The Devil Wears Prada (love, love, love!!!).

i'm happy to report that both made the list.

read on to see the other 9 best movie makeovers to see if you agree...

Our Favorite Movie Makeovers -- Ever

Despite being grown women, we all love a good movie makeover, don't we?

This is a TotalBeauty.com makeover article You laughed, cried and cheered all in the span of a two-minute makeover montage, so here are 10 of our favorite cinematic transformations. See makeovers

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Total Beauty: Help for Your Dry, Winter Skin

you may be experiencing what many are also experiencing this time of year: dry skin. blame the cold, blustery weather. it's been seriously cold this season, and even my oily skin isn't too happy.

read on to get some answers on how you can help fix your dry skin issues...

Quick Fixes for Dry, Winter Skin

Fix chapped, dry lips and skin in a jiffy with these cold-weather beauty busters

This is a TotalBeauty.com skin care article When the weather turns from sunny and mild to cold and blustery, our skin often turns too -- from supple and hydrated to cracked, flaky and ashy. Learn how to soothe it with these tips. See advice

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Total Beauty: 7 Celeb Hairstyles We'd Like to Makeover

i am loving this hair makeover story from Total Beauty! the title says it all-- read on to see if you agree...

7 Celebrities Who NEED a Hairstyle Revamp

We think it's time for some of these celebrities to let go of their iconic 'dos and try a new look

This is a TotalBeauty.com celebrity hairstyles article In the interest of embarking on new beginnings for 2011, we'd like to (gently) suggest that a certain few A-listers should step out of the past and grab hold of a bold new look. Check out the virtual makeovers we gave them to prove that a new style would look great on them. See hair makeovers

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Total Beauty: 12 Ways to Spoil Yourself

the holiday season is in full swing, and as if my life weren't busy enough, i also now have to shop for gifts! shopping for them is fun, but one thing i love about shopping for others is the opportunity to discover goodies i could gift to myself (you do that, too, right?).

check out this list Total Beauty created featuring some fabulous, splurge-worthy gifts that you just might want to give yourself this year.

12 Ways to Spoil Yourself This Season

Sure it's the season of giving, but it's not a total crime to be selfish every now and then, right?

This is a TotalBeauty.com Beauty products article Check out the luxurious items you should consider wrapping up for yourself with a "From Santa" tag. See products

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Total Beauty: Haute for the Holidays Sweepstakes

i always love a fabulous giveaway! check out this one from totalbeauty.com...

Haute for the Holidays Sweepstakes

Find out how you can win free makeup and a gift card

This is a TotalBeauty.com makeup article Enter our sweepstakes and you could win $150 worth of CoverGirl makeup and a $500 Macy's Gift Card. Enter now

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Total Beauty Quiz: Is Your PM Beauty Routine Effective?

before i go to bed, i always treat myself to a beauty routine. i say treat because i know that a.) it's how i keep my skin in good condition, b.) skin is most receptive to skincare products at night and c.) skin recoups as we sleep, so feeding it nourishing products will only help in the long term.

do you have a nighttime beauty ritual? do you do it every night or slack because you're tired? take this fun quiz to find out if your skincare routine is effective.

How Effective Is Your PM Beauty Routine?

See if your skin care products are doing the work they should be while you sleep

This is a TotalBeauty.com skin care article A nighttime beauty routine is important -- take quiz to find out if you're using the best products for your skin. Take quiz

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Total Beauty: How to Wear the Season's Hottest Makeup Colors

i love this fun article about bringing the season's "it" colors into your beauty lifestyle and thought you would, too! take a look...

The Best Makeup Colors for Fall

Purple and red and khaki … oh my! Find out how to make this fall color palette work for you

This is a TotalBeauty.com nail care article We show you how to incorporate our fave fall colors into your manicures and makeup routine. See palettes

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Total Beauty: Pink Beauty Products

it's october and that means a plethora of pink products on the market to benefit breast cancer awareness month. while i find these products to be fabulous, it's hard for me to keep up with all of them!

thankfully, my friends at Total Beauty put together a list of pink products that we can buy to support such a wonderful cause. take a look...

Pink Beauty Products

See how I'm giving back this year

This is a TotalBeauty.com beauty products article October equals Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and this issue is especially close to my heart since a dear friend of mine is battling it. So, naturally I'm all for the pink ribbon products since part of the proceeds go to towards finding a cure. See products

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Total Beauty: What Does Your Hairstyle Say About You?

another fun hair quiz!

my results said "your hairstyle says you're youthful and romantic"-- true! product recommendations were those that promote strength and keep tresses healthy: Nexxus Keraphix Restorative Strengthening Conditioner and Nexxus Emergencee Strengthening Polymeric Reconstructor. will have to give those a try!

take the quiz yourself:

Hairstyle Personality Test

Consider this the Myers-Briggs test for hair and discover what your hairstyle says about you

This is a TotalBeauty.com hairstyles article Wanna know what your 'do says about you? Find out by taking this quiz -- then see which hairstyling products you should use. Take quiz

what were your results?

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