July 7, 2010

When to toss

Quick makeup replacement rules:

• mascara, four to six months
  
• liquid foundation, six to 12 months
  
• powder blush, nine to 12 months
  
• lip gloss and lip liner, 12 to 18 months
  
• lipstick, two years

July 6, 2010

Blond therapy

Blond highlights? Selectively shampoo your hair, recommends stylist Guy Riggio at the Sally Hershberger salon. Apply shampoo only on the roots, not on the shaft, to avoid drying out already fragile hair.

July 5, 2010

Fine hair + highlights = fragile ends

To keep ends from fraying and breaking during a blow-dry, use a medium-heat setting. Styling will take longer this way, but it will leave your hair shinier and healthier.

July 2, 2010

Hair for your face

To make a round face look oval, avoid haircuts that are shorter than shoulder length. Side parts tend to widen the face, so opt for a middle-part. A few layers in front will elongate the face.

July 1, 2010

Shop at the children's aisle

Since sunscreen is needed all year-round, adults with sensitive skin should pick up baby sunscreen. Formulated with titanium or zinc oxide, this gentle lotion or cream protects the skin without causing irritation.

June 30, 2010

At-home healing

Dry scalp? Massage with warm olive oil and cover with a shower cap for 10 minutes to soothe itching and dryness.

June 29, 2010

Embrace your animal instincts

A hint of leopard or other animal print -- on your feet or on a clutch-style handbag -- will transform a simple ensemble. Try it with all black for the most impact.

June 28, 2010

Take a cue from your man

Dip your toe into the menswear trend and wear a classic men’s watch instead of a wrist full of bangles. Wear it loose for a bracelet-like effect that’s sporty but elegant enough for any occasion.

June 25, 2010

A long-lasting brush

Clear out dead hair and dust from a hairbrush with a tail comb, but never soak it. You want your brush to become seasoned with all that residual oil.

June 24, 2010

The big picture

Step back from the mirror for some perspective when you're applying your makeup. That lets you see how eyes, lips and cheeks are working together.

June 23, 2010

Color correctly

No need to start all over if you were heavy-handed with the blush, says makeup artist Raychel Wade. Just sweep a sheer, luminous powder over your cheeks to diffuse the color.