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Gorgeous 60-Year-Old Grandma Is Our New Beauty Guru

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Women over 50, rejoice. Finally there's a beauty blogger you can actually relate to.


Meet Melissa. She's a mother-of-two and grandmother-of-seven, but you'd probably never guess it. At 60, she looks decades younger and we promise that once you watch her video, you'll be as obsessed with her Southern twang as we are. 


The Tennessee-based blogger is taking YouTube by storm with her videos on all things fashion and beauty. And if you hadn't noticed, she's stunningly gorgeous. On her channel, Melissa shares videos on every topic imaginable, from how to create a smokey-eye look and volumize your hair, to how to dress and accessorize after age 50.  She also reveals the regimen she uses to maintain her luminous, wrinkle-free complexion. 


Melissa says naysayers have claimed she's gotten Botox and fillers, but she vehemently denies it. The only work she's had done, she says, is getting her eyebrows waxed. Instead, she says her skincare routine has helped her look young all these years. She swears by her serums, shuns moisturizers (they make your skin lazy, she says) and never skips the sunscreen. 


Check out her channel on YouTube to see all of her tips!


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The Art Of Being Underestimated

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By Jessica Roy

Perhaps no female celebrity has been more fatally underestimated than Kim Kardashian. For years, everyone from anonymous Twitter users to cultural gatekeepers dismissed her as an empty-headed fame whore -- only to watch her blithely monetize the very things that supposedly made her a joke, from her makeup routine to her selfies to her desire for fame. Now the buxom branding genius sits on a leopard-print throne atop a multi-million-dollar empire, laughing at the haters.

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Kim is a handy unofficial barometer of social trends, so let us consider the possibility that she's onto something. Maybe being underestimated -- especially for daring to behave in stereotypically feminine ways, or even just for being a woman in the first place -- isn't a weakness; it's a secret weapon. No less than Joan Didion, probably the anti-Kardashian, has noted the power of seeming like a nonthreatening girl. "My only advantage as a reporter is that I am so physically small, so temperamentally unobtrusive, and so neurotically inarticulate that people tend to forget that my presence runs counter to their best interests," she wrote in Slouching Towards Bethlehem. "And it always does."

What if, instead of feeling defeated by the constant low-grade slights of sexism, we used them against our opponents? What if, like cute little mongooses, we only looked nonthreatening to lull everyone into a false sense of security before going in for the kill? Maybe Helen Gurley Brown's age-old advice -- to use your feminine charm as a tool -- just needs a modern twist, one that allows for Instagramming selfies as you breezily scale the corporate ladder. Maybe the secret to breaking the glass ceiling is to shatter it with our vocal fry and leave the shards glittering like diamonds in our blowouts.

It's not exactly the solution to workplace sexism we've all fantasized about, but we'll come up with that once we're CEOs.

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The subversive power of being underestimated is, of course, a popcorn-movie staple -- think of Legally Blonde, in which ditzy law student Elle Woods (Reese Witherspoon) helps win an important murder trial through her knowledge of hairstyle science. Plausible? Maybe not quite, but real-life stories of women triumphing over those who've written them off are just as delicious.

When Emily*, a reporter, temporarily relocated to cover a high-profile athlete's murder trial, she was surprised by how deeply her arrival rankled the cabal of local male reporters also jockeying for the story. She'd been writing about the trial from afar for months, but that didn't stop them from questioning her credentials and making snide comments about her age and work. It was particularly satisfying, then, when the defendant's wife -- a fellow woman in her 20s -- publicly declared her intention to pass them over and give Emily the scoop.

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"One day, after the trial, everyone was reunited back at the courthouse," Emily remembers. "After the defendant's wife walked to her car, she rolled down her window and yelled my name and said, 'Can you email me tonight?' The reporters I'd sat next to for weeks turned and gave me bewildered looks." Later, the source told Emily that she had chosen her to speak with because she seemed genuine and humble -- the opposite of the testosterone-drenched bravado on display among the men.

Likewise, Jennifer, a former investment banking analyst, says that she was usually the only woman in investor meetings. So, she seized on her tokenism and deployed it as a power move. "When you're the only woman in the room, management teams tend to remember you, which makes it easier to get future meetings," Jennifer said. She used their expectations about femininity to her advantage. "I try to play up that I'm a nice, calm young lady. CEOs and CFOs have all dealt with abrasive hedge-fund guys before and it's never pleasant." She's able to get what she needs "because I come off as nonthreatening." Remember: Just because you look nonthreatening doesn't mean you aren't a threat.

And the power of being underestimated doesn't only apply when you're alone in a boys' club -- think of your female colleagues as a sleeper cell. When Maria became a doctor in the early 1970s, there were very few women in her field. However, much of the support staff -- the nurses and administrative workers -- were women, and it was the condescending treatment Maria frequently received from the male doctors that helped inspire them to support her.

"There was a sisterhood," Maria told me. "In some ways the lack of respect in the workplace from male colleagues created something where I had this group of women who just really, really helped in any way that they could. It was a real underdog thing -- they wanted to see me succeed."

Ultimately, what could be more gratifying than pulling an Erin Brockovich? Even when it's not helping you scale a corporate ladder, just winning the right to say "I told you so" to sexist doubters is irresistible. Last December, Casey Johnston wrote a story about gender diversity in computer science for the technology website Ars Technica. Johnston then tweeted the article, adding that "so many 'solutions' to the lack of women in tech don't get at the actual problems." A male follower -- secure in his belief that he knew best (and that women don't write tech stories) -- decided to weigh in.

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"Read the full article," he advised. "There's a chicken and egg problem w/ female tech role models."

"I wrote the article," Johnston replied.

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As much fun as the anecdotal evidence is -- and what woman doesn't read this stuff with a sigh of recognition? -- there's also some social science to back it all up. Dr. Laura Kray is a U.C. Berkeley Business School professor who has studied the relationship between gender and negotiation. Her work found that "negotiation is a man's game with men's rules" and the very practice of it disadvantages women, making them less likely than their male counterparts to receive what they ask for. Several years ago, she was discussing the findings with a male colleague when he expressed his surprise. I feel like women are pretty effective negotiators, she remembers him saying. All my wife and daughter have to do to get what they want is bat their eyelashes and I can't say no.

Kray was perturbed by the comment but also curious: Could using your feminine charms actually have a positive impact on negotiation?

As it turns out, according to her paper "Feminine Charm," the answer's yes -- at least to a certain extent.

"I went in thinking, 'No, flirting isn't going to be beneficial,' and I think there are many times when it's not," Kray told me. "But as a one-off with one person, a little bit of flirtation may make it harder to say no during a negotiation." The behaviors her study classified as "flirtatious" included sustaining eye contact, showing positive emotions, and nonthreatening body posture -- basically, internalized female protocol for making other people feel liked and accommodated in social situations. And showing these behaviors can in fact elevate the mood of the man you're negotiating with, making him more likely to give you what you want. (It does have to be a man, Kray said.)

What's more, a 2011 study that appeared in the textbook Stereotype Threat suggested that simply recognizing stereotypes can make them into something beneficial. "Knowledge about [stereotypes] can be empowering if they put that knowledge to use," notes Hannah Riley Bowles, a public-policy lecturer at Harvard. "Reflecting on positively stereotyped identities can give women a boost in their performance."

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In other words: If you believe that being a woman is a professional asset, it becomes one. This comes as no surprise to the restaurant owner and chef Barbara Lynch, who considers everything from the pressure to take care of the household to having her period a benefit in the restaurant business. That approach made her the second woman ever to receive the prestigious James Beard Foundation Award for Outstanding Restaurateur.

"[Being a woman] makes me much stronger, it makes me a winner, and it makes me be on top of my game," Lynch told me. "It's definitely working to my advantage."

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Here's where I state the obvious: No, reclaiming stereotypes alone won't solve the problem of workplace sexism. Just as sexual assault on campus won't be solved by telling female students to drink less, embracing conventional femininity won't eliminate gender bias; these are short-term solutions for greater structural problems that will probably take generations to actually change.

But if using "gender judo," as the feminist psychologist Joan C. Williams calls it, can even the playing field just a little bit, or boost your chance at a raise by making you feel moderately more confident in your negotiation skills, why wouldn't you at least try it? The tactic will at least give you the thrill of exacting revenge on your unsuspecting enemies. Plus, how cute would you look in that corner office?

* Some names have been changed.

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These Low-Budget Celebrity Photo Reenactments Are Brilliant

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Re-creating celebrity Instagram photos and paparazzi shots isn't an entirely new idea, but Australian comedian Celeste Barber wins points for having the most enthusiastic low-budget production. 


Barber, who appears in the comedic etiquette show "How Not to Behave" on ABC (that's the Australian Broadcast Corporation, you Yanks), has been posting the comparisons to her personal Instagram with the hashtag #CelesteChallengeAccepted.



Actually, by barely trying to re-create the intimate moments in celebrities' superluxe everyday lives, Barber's Instagram has become a total "comment" on "society" and "celebrity culture." But we'll let you mull that one over by yourselves.


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Michelle Obama's Makeup Artist Spills His Secrets

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This past Sunday I ran into one of my favorite beauty people at the West End SoulCycle in DC -- Carl Ray, celebrity makeup artist and the man responsible for Michelle Obama's always perfect makeup. He almost didn't recognize me because I was not sporting my signature red lip (it is true, I do not SoulCycle with lipstick on... but maybe I should?!). Indeed, him and I have often discussed the power and class of a red lip. And here, he gives his simple and implementable recommendations for the best red lipstick for each skin tone.

In the midst of asking him about red lipstick, I had to add a couple additional questions, as I am fascinated by the idea that he travels with the First Family to do FLOTUS's makeup. It sounds so glamorous... and the best thing is that any woman in DC can have her makeup done by Carl -- at One80 Salon downtown DC (he just moved to this salon after many years with George at the Four Seasons).


AP: As you and I have often discussed, I love a bright red lip -- what is your red lipstick philosophy? Favorite reds? Can anyone pull off a bright red? Sometimes it can seem intimidating...
CR: There is a red lipstick for everyone. Skin tone will help dictate which shade is best for every woman. Also there are different formulas of red to take in account -- sheer, gloss, stain, cream and matte. These reds look best on different skin tones from light to dark: Ruby Woo by MAC, Cherry Lush by Tom Ford, Red Carpet Matte by Bobbi Brown, Heat Wave Semi Matte by NARS.

AP: What are the makeup items you think every woman should have?
CR: Mascara, sunscreen in form of a tinted moisturizer and / or foundation, lip gloss and bronzer or blush. Make sure your eyebrows are groomed at all times.

AP: What is a "normal" day for you?
CR: I'm an early riser! I start the day with a cup of coffee and some fruit. I typically review my schedule the night before so that I can start my day ready for the varied client appointments. It is important that I somehow get in a workout at SoulCycle or light weights each day.

AP: Tell me about your summer trips with the First Family -- highlights?
CR: I travel with the First Family throughout the year for official and cultural visits. Each trip is special in its own way. A few of the destinations that I have had the opportunity to travel with the family in the warmer months include Japan, Cambodia, London Summer Olympics, Berlin and Buckingham Palace. There have also been visits to foreign destinations when we are in winter months and it is extremely hot where we travel such as Africa and South America. Recently we were able to visit Venice and were able to experience a "boatercade" vs a "motorcade" which was cool.
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Carl Ray in the Venice Boatercade (courtesy of C. Ray)



AP: How did you get in the beauty industry?
CR: I am an artist and painting is my favorite medium. I did my mother's makeup in my teens. My first real makeup job was at EFX which is now BlueMercury. I was the resident makeup artist for 5 years.


-Ada Polla is the Founder and CEO of Alchimie Forever skincare.

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Cara Delevingne Opens Up About Depression, Darker Side Of Modeling

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Fun. Goofy. Gorgeous.


These are just a few words you might use to describe Cara Delevingne, the model-turned-actress who's loved for constantly poking fun at herself and the industry that is often accused of taking itself too seriously. 



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But Delevingne, who recently left modeling to pursue an acting career, has a much more complex story than just rubbing elbows with A-listers and being cheeky on social media. In a new interview with The Times, the 23-year-old opened up about the darker side of both her career and childhood. 


Of her earlier modeling days, Delevingne explained she was pushing herself too hard. "I was working too much, I didn’t say no to anything, and that is obviously my own fault, but … people should have stopped me at some point," she said.  


Being the child of an addict had its own difficult consequences, including a battle with depression in her teens. “I was hit with a massive wave of depression and anxiety and self-hatred, where the feelings were so painful that I would slam my head against a tree to try to knock myself out,” she said. 


Now, after making the decision to switch careers and focus on the things that are important to her, Delevingne has a more hopeful tone. "I have regained respect for myself, in a weird way, and on a movie set is where I feel like I belong. If that makes any sense," she said. 


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Miley Cyrus Says Good Night With Risque Selfie

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On Sunday, Miley Cyrus wished the world "Goooooodnight" from herself and her "boob," which are apparently two separate entities, with a photo on Instagram that she self-censored. 



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If you haven't taken a look at Cyrus' Instagram account lately, it's worth a peek, if only to know that the 22-year-old has a shirt/thong combo with Drake's face on it. 



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Cyrus is set to host the MTV VMAs on Aug. 30, and we're betting it's going to be something. 


 


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19 Stereotypes About Southern Women We Can Dismiss Right Now

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Growing up in the South can be a rich cultural experience, complete with distinct food, music, architecture, customs and local spirit. But when you leave your home below the Mason-Dixon line to live "up north," you tend to get asked some pretty strange questions -- like, "Do you have a rifle in your bedroom?", "Where do you keep your horse?", "Will you be my little southern belle?" and "Why are you saying 'y'all'? Didn't you go to school?"


These questions may be funny at first, but after a while, they start to become a little more troubling. Contrary to what you might draw from popular culture, women from the South are diverse individuals, not a singular unit of one-dimensional stereotypes. While many aspects of the way people perceive southern women may be true for some -- or even many -- actual southern women, it’s not OK to assume we all conform to the same mold.


As two women who grew up down south, but now live among the Yankees, here are 19 things we'd like to clear up:


1. Just because we say "y’all" doesn’t mean we’re uneducated -- it’s actually a great gender-neutral plural pronoun.


2. We wear shoes.




3. We don’t keep rifles in our bedrooms. 


4. We also don’t exclusively wear camo or spend every day planning our next duck hunting trip.


5. Just like everywhere else, there is political diversity in the South. Don't assume you know our political views without having a conversation with us.


6. Our accents don't define our intelligence. 




7. We don’t all have horses.


8. In fact, we didn’t all grow up in the country or the woods. There are actual cities south of the Mason-Dixon line (and some of them even have international airports!).


9. Our highest aspiration is not to dance in the bed of a pickup truck. And while we’re on that subject, country music video girls aren’t accurate representations of all southern girls.




10. We eat more than cornbread, fried chicken, grits, biscuits, gravy, casseroles and collard greens. But also, all of those things are delicious. They call it comfort food for a reason.


11. We’re not inbred. Seriously. Stop joking about that.




12. We don’t go to college to get an "MRS degree." Southern women are just as driven, hardworking and ambitious as women in the rest of the country. A "ring before spring" is not the ultimate goal for most of us.


13. We’re not lazy, even if we talk with a drawl.


14. We’re not all obsessed with football. Contrary to what "Friday Night Lights" might make you think, not every community in the South centers around the big game each week. 




15. We don’t wear Daisy Dukes and cowboy boots all day. Not to say we don't spend plenty of time in shorts. It can get pretty hot in the South.


16. We don’t live to fawn over men.




17. Our music tastes expand beyond country music. Musical artists like Beyoncé, Kings Of Leon, Iron and Wine, Frank Ocean and Widespread Panic are from the South. 


18. We’re not southern belles, Georgia peaches, or dixie chicks -- we’re people. Those may be cutesy phrases you see on women’s-fit t-shirts, but let’s keep them there.


19. We are not all alike. That’s the beauty of southern women, and, heck, women in general -- we’re all so wonderfully different.


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Update Your Fall Wardrobe With These 20 Fabulous Finds

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By Becky Malinsky, Glamour

There's nothing that gets style lovers quite as excited as the start of the fall shopping season. With so many new fashion trends at your fingertips, it's hard to know where to begin. Not to worry, though -- that's why we're here. With the right shoes, necklace or even a great chronograph watch, your look will go from basic to so of-the-moment. Here are 11 Glamour editor-selected fall shopping picks that will inject newness into your existing wardrobe with the greatest of ease.



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The One Thing Your Waxer Wants You to Know

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Spa pros tell it like it is.
By Hannah Morrill, SELF

No one knows you quite like your waxer. And when you're face up on the table, you're most likely thinking about yourself and your pain levels--not what your waxer is thinking or feeling. Here's a little perspective on what you should or shouldn't do... from the other side of the strip.

Don't: Wax only in the summer.
"Many people see waxing as a warm weather ritual. Sure, the benefits are on full display in the summer, but winter is when the real progress can happen. For best results and faster hair fading, keep a year-round schedule of waxing every four to five weeks." -- Di Medlock, director of waxing, exhale, New York City

Don't: Come straight from the gym, the beach, the bar... or the sack.
"Sweat, sand, alcohol and any other debris can clog and constrict the pores, making it harder for hair to release smoothly. Activity also increases circulation, which makes the skin more sensitive. It's a less painful and more effective wax when a customer arrives showered, fresh and ready for their wax." -- Noemi Grupenmager, founder and hair removal expert, Uni K Wax, Miami, Florida

Don't: Trim so short before your appointment.
"If the hair isn't grown out enough, the wax can't get a good grip and you won't get a smooth finish. Don't be embarrassed with overgrowth. That's actually what a waxer likes to see." -- Michelle Mapes, hair removal expert, Stark Waxing Studio, Silver Lake, California

Do: Avoid coming in right before or after your period.
"Don't attempt a waxing appointment on the three days prior to or the first three days of your menstrual cycle. You skin is much more sensitive at that time, and waxing may be a bit more painful." -- Keisha Pittman, lead esthetician and educator at bliss 49, New York City

Do: Use the wet wipe.
"Most waxing centers provide customers with an individually packaged wet wipe to refresh the area before a bikini wax. For some reason, some customers choose not to use it. Trust me: It's an extra step that waxers really appreciate." -- Grupenmager

Do: Be more specific.
"Waxers hate the words 'just a clean-up.' That is not enough information. To be truly happy with your wax, be prepared to be as specific as possible, and never trust a waxer who isn't asking questions." -- Medlock

Do: Wear socks.
"This is not meant to make you feel self-conscious, but when you come into an appointment wearing flats or sneakers with no socks, and then taking them off right before your treatment... Well, that's not an ideal situation for a waxer since our faces are right near your feet." -- Mapes

Do: Have a strategy for being able to relax.
"About 45 minutes before your wax, take a pain reliever like Advil or Aleve--but skip aspirin, since it increases blood flow and can make the wax hurt more. When you're lying there, try to relax your mind, body and muscles. Breathe deeply. Right when the technician is about [pull the strip], release your breath. If you flex or flinch, there will be a pinch." -- Pittman

Don't: Tell us how to do our job.
"Sometimes, customers will tell waxers how to wax. Waxers have been trained--extensively--in how to wax in the most efficient and ouchless way possible. They must follow procedures and some customers end up unhappy. But leave the experience in the hands of the waxer; their entire job is to look after you." -- Grupenmager

Don't: Shave between appointments.
"Waxing removes the entire hair from the follicle. Each waxing session breaks down the body's ability to produce hair, and lightens the hair color and thickness. The end goal is to break the follicle down so much that it can no longer grow hair. But shaving leaves the roots behind and encourages hair to come back thicker and darker, reversing all of the work already done. Plus, if you shave between appointments, the hair growth cycle is broken, meaning it grows in quickly, even after a wax." -- Medlock

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#Eyebrowgamestrong: The Brow Products Beauty Editors Are Obsessed With

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Welcome to Lipstick.com's first-ever Eyebrow Week! Over the next seven days, we'll be discussing everything brows -- how to do them, what to use, pro tips, and more -- and when we're done, we promise you won't leave the house with bad eyebrows ever again. So check back everyday for more! Trust us, you don't want to miss this.

By Julianne Carell, Glamour

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We take our eyebrows very seriously here at Lipstick, which is why we rounded up a list of our top favorite pencils, gels, powders, and tools for you to try.

Lindsey Unterberger, executive digital editor
"I cannot live without a brow pencil. My current favorites are Diorshow Brow Styler Ultra-Fine Precision Brow Pencil (a recommendation from Olivia Munn!) and It Cosmetics Brow Power Universal Eyebrow Pencil. Both are just the right color--not too red or too dark--and make filling in my brows a less-than-30-second process."

Julianne Carell, assistant digital beauty editor
"Being brunette and having thick brows can make you look one of two ways: harsh and overpowering, or strong and beautiful. When I learned that women with light brown hair (like me) should choose a pencil with cool tones instead of rich tones, it changed my entire look from the former to the latter. Now, I won't leave the house without Hourglass Arch Brow Sculpting Brow Pencil in Soft Brunette because it is the perfect taupe--and the angled tip makes for a soft, natural application."

Simone Kitchens, associate beauty director
"The first time I heard about putting castor oil on eyebrows, I was in a dermatologist's office. One of the physician assistants told me that it legitimately brought her overplucked '90s brows back to life. I googled around, and a ton of people do it apparently--and with success. It's admittedly a more crunchy alternative to using a brow enhancing serum. I put it on by dipping a clean Q-tip into the bottle, then running the oil over my brows (it's also good for boosting your lashes). It takes a while to work, about a month, but I've definitely noticed a fuller shape and little baby hairs filling in where they hadn't been before."

Beth Shapouri, beauty writer
"L'Oreal Brow Stylist Designer Eyebrow Pencil. Not too waxy, not too opaque. Just a good, solid, count-on-able pencil."

Petra Guglielmetti, beauty writer
"I love the Anastasia brow brush with the spoolie on the other end. I fill in my brows' sparse patches using pencil and then use these two brushes in succession to soften the little pencil strokes even more. This eases my paranoia about my brows ending up fake/harsh-looking alongside the super-natural makeup I prefer."

Jennifer Mulrow, beauty assistant
"I like a good brow pencil (vs. powder or gel) and recently have been loving the Chanel Sculpting Eyebrow Pencil. I'll fill in along my brow's natural shape with the pencil, and then comb out and blend together with the brush on the end. I think using the pencil gives me more control as to where I am actually applying the product. I don't want it looking messy! Polished, naturally defined brows are the goal for me."

Caroline Solomon, beauty assistant
"My absolute favorite brow gel--and the only beauty product I genuinely hoard in handfuls--is Anastasia Clear Brow Gel. It is truly the only one out there that tames my unruly brow hair all day long. Plus, the spoolie brush is satisfyingly sturdy and dense, so you can really work your brows into a defined arch."

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Jennifer Love Hewitt Wants A 'Can't Hardly Wait' Reunion Movie

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"Can't Hardly Wait" made its theatrical debut in 1998. Seventeen years later, the film's star Jennifer Love Hewitt thinks it's time for a reunion movie. 


Hewitt, who played theoretical dream girl Amanda Beckett, was apparently inspired by a screening of the movie at Los Angeles’ Hollywood Forever Cemetery this weekend. She tweeted out how proud she was to be part of the film, which also starred Ethan Embry, Lauren Ambrose, Seth Green, Peter Facinelli and Jaime Pressly. 






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Recognizing that we're living in the era of the sequel, Hewitt seized her moment and declared that now is the time for a reunion.





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Viral C-Section Photo Shows The Beauty Of New Moms' Scars

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Photographer Helen Aller's striking image of a newborn baby resting by his mother's C-section scar has prompted more conversation than she ever imagined.


"My images usually get seen by 100 people at most, so I never thought it would reach anywhere near what it has done," Aller wrote in an update to her caption for the photo, which she uploaded to Facebook on August 11. To date, the photo has received over 200,000 likes and almost 30,000 responses in the comment section.



The story behind the photo is one of fear and triumph, the photographer explains in the caption. "I photographed this mama's pregnancy a while back, and she was telling me how terrified she was of having a C-section," Aller wrote, adding, "Well last week she went into labor but had to have an emergency C-section after complications. She asked me to come over this morning and shoot this particular image, as her worst nightmare proved to be what saved her and her child's lives."


Many parents praised the photo and shared their own C-section experiences in the comments. "Beautiful mother and beautiful baby," wrote Lucy Armitage. "What a brave women and proud women to share such an intimate and also inspiring and wonderful photo."


"This is such a powerful image," mom Amanda Hann commented. "I also had an emergency C-section. It makes you realize the beauty in it all. Thank you so much for sharing. And kudos to this mama for allowing you to photograph such an impactful portrait!"


Some others wrote more negative comments, calling the photo "too personal," and even reporting it for removal from Facebook, but the Guernsey-based photographer said  the site did not take the image down. 


"To me it’s a beautiful image that shows both a struggle and something beautiful," Aller told HuffPost UK, adding, "I have received so so many stories from C-section mums saying how it has changed the way they look at their scars. I can’t believe the amount of women that are ashamed of their scars and are made to feel like they haven’t done the job properly because they didn’t give birth naturally."


"I feel proud that an image I created has allowed so many people to open up about their experiences and change the way they feel about something they should only feel pride for," she continued. "Giving life shouldn’t be a competition of how you did it."


Hear, hear!


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Eating Disorder Survivor Bravely Undresses In Public To Promote Body Love

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One woman asked the public to love and support her -- and they did. 


In a recent social experiment created by The Liberators International a young woman named Jae West undressed on a busy street corner in Central London to promote awareness for eating disorders and self-esteem issues.


In the video, West is wearing nothing but underwear and a blindfold as she holds markers and pens with a sign that reads: “I’m standing for anyone who has struggled with an eating disorder or self-esteem issue like me… To support self-acceptance draw a [heart] on my body."


At first, people seemed confused but one by one people approached West. 



West, who suffered from an eating disorder throughout high school and her early 20s, wrote on Inspiralight that she felt extremely vulnerable and was nervous she was going to be "ridiculed."


"All of a sudden I felt one of the pens in my left hand slip out of my grasp," she wrote. "The feeling of the felt pen was on my skin was one of the most overwhelming feelings of relief, gratitude and love that I’ve ever felt. I just burst into tears." 


More and more people drew hearts on West, including adults, teens and children. “I think it’s amazing what you’re doing," one man said. “It's a very strong message. You’re brave," another woman told West. 



West added on Inspiralight that one of the most moving moments came when a father explained to his kids what she was doing. "He was acknowledging the fact that everyone should love themselves exactly as they are and appreciate the bodies that they are given."


By the end of the video, West's stomach, chest and arms were covered in hearts. "I knew this was a global concept that many people could relate to," West wrote on Inspiralight. "So putting myself in that situation really was a stand for everyone out there that has been confronted with self-doubt in relation to the way they look."


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Is Your Blonde Hair Turning Green? Here's How to Prevent and Fix It

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By Lexi Novak, Allure

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Just as the first cardinal rule of perm maintenance is avoiding water for 24 hours for the risk of deactivating the ammonium thioglycolate (as every Legally Blonde fan knows), the first cardinal rule of blonde hair maintenance is avoiding the pool for the risk of turning it green. But what if you haven't been for a swim and your color still resembles lime Jell-O? Or what if you just really, really want to go in a pool? Dana Ionato, a colorist at Sally Hershberger Downtown in New York City, let us in on four tips for maintaining beautiful--not brassy or chartreuse--blonde hair color.

Get a filter for your shower. "Hard water with high levels of copper, and chlorine to kill the copper, is a threat to blondes," says Ionato. And even if your water isn't especially hard, copper piping could contribute to mineral deposits, so step one to preventing green hair is installing a shower filter. Ionato recommends ones from T3 and Jonathan Product.

Never get in a pool with dry hair. "If you jump into the pool with dry hair, it's going to suck up the chlorine-and-copper water as fast as possible," says Ionato. "Wet it before you go in to prevent that." To take your color protection a step further, coat your wet hair with a product that's going to hydrate it while blocking out the absorption of pool water. Philip Kingsley Swimcap is designed for that specific purpose, but Ionato also likes coconut oil or any regular conditioner.

Keep your hair healthy. Unhealthy hair--either from hot tools, exposure to the sun, or coloring--will have the highest degree of green coloration, because the protective cuticle is damaged and more copper can get absorbed into the hair shaft, says Ionato. Staying on top of hydration (think weekly deep conditioning) definitely helps. Malibu also makes gentle shampoos and conditioners for hair exposed to hard water (Hard Water Wellness) and pool water (Swimmers Treatment).

If it does turn green, visit the salon. The good news is your hair didn't actually change color. That green you're seeing is actually just an oxidized mineral buildup. "Copper, magnesium, and chlorine bind to the proteins on the surface of the hair shaft," says Ionato. But don't reach for a purifying shampoo--not only will it not remove the grassy tinge; it might actually strip hair dye. Instead, Ionato recommends a Redken Pre Art treatment, which you can book at most salons. If you use it at home, saturate damp hair with the formula, let it sit under a shower cap for 20 minutes, and then squeeze the product out before rinsing hair and washing with shampoo and conditioner.

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Is Your Blonde Hair Turning Green? Here's How to Prevent and Fix It

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By Lexi Novak, Allure

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(Photo: Giovanni Giannoni/WWD)

Just as the first cardinal rule of perm maintenance is avoiding water for 24 hours for the risk of deactivating the ammonium thioglycolate (as every Legally Blonde fan knows), the first cardinal rule of blonde hair maintenance is avoiding the pool for the risk of turning it green. But what if you haven't been for a swim and your color still resembles lime Jell-O? Or what if you just really, really want to go in a pool? Dana Ionato, a colorist at Sally Hershberger Downtown in New York City, let us in on four tips for maintaining beautiful -- not brassy or chartreuse -- blonde hair color.

Get a filter for your shower. "Hard water with high levels of copper, and chlorine to kill the copper, is a threat to blondes," says Ionato. And even if your water isn't especially hard, copper piping could contribute to mineral deposits, so step one to preventing green hair is installing a shower filter. Ionato recommends ones from T3 and Jonathan Product.

Never get in a pool with dry hair. "If you jump into the pool with dry hair, it's going to suck up the chlorine-and-copper water as fast as possible," says Ionato. "Wet it before you go in to prevent that." To take your color protection a step further, coat your wet hair with a product that's going to hydrate it while blocking out the absorption of pool water. Philip Kingsley Swimcap is designed for that specific purpose, but Ionato also likes coconut oil or any regular conditioner.

Keep your hair healthy. Unhealthy hair -- either from hot tools, exposure to the sun, or coloring -- will have the highest degree of green coloration, because the protective cuticle is damaged and more copper can get absorbed into the hair shaft, says Ionato. Staying on top of hydration (think weekly deep conditioning) definitely helps. Malibu also makes gentle shampoos and conditioners for hair exposed to hard water (Hard Water Wellness) and pool water (Swimmers Treatment).

If it does turn green, visit the salon. The good news is your hair didn't actually change color. That green you're seeing is actually just an oxidized mineral buildup. "Copper, magnesium, and chlorine bind to the proteins on the surface of the hair shaft," says Ionato. But don't reach for a purifying shampoo -- not only will it not remove the grassy tinge; it might actually strip hair dye. Instead, Ionato recommends a Redken Pre Art treatment, which you can book at most salons. If you use it at home, saturate damp hair with the formula, let it sit under a shower cap for 20 minutes, and then squeeze the product out before rinsing hair and washing with shampoo and conditioner.

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The Top 10 Back-To-School Trends Of 2015, According To Pinterest

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Back-to-school time is crucial. It's the unofficial part of the year when trends matter the most. As schools gear up for the new year, students (and their parents) are shopping for the best outfits, supplies and accessories that will welcome them into fall. 


According to Pinterest, there are a few trends that are getting a little more love than the rest. Over recent months, there's been a 297 percent increase in back-to-school pins, and currently there are about 6 million school supply pins on the social media platform. So it's safe to assume that families are already embracing a September mindset. 


In addition to those statistics, Pinterest shared the trending topics that are being searched and pinned everyday. Take a look at the trends below and get a little more inspired to finish BTS shopping. 


1. Pouches


Traditional pencil pouches are great, but those with multiple pockets are awesome for devices and such. See the popular pin



2. Combat boots 


Boots are always a great staple for fall, so there's no surprise here. Check out our guide for shopping fall boots. See the trend on Pinterest



3. Creative lunches 


Say goodbye to brown baggies and hello to Bento boxed feasts. Find examples on Pinterest



4. Artful notebooks 


Pretty notebook covers will amp up anyone's desk game. See more on Pinterest



5. "Heritage" backpacks 


Backpacks are the focal point of back-to-school style, and it looks like the Heritage style from Herschel Supply is on-trend this season. Check out some editor-approved backpacks for the school year. See more 'packs on Pinterest



Heritage Backpack, $55

6. Backpack fresheners 


The Febreeze of high schools everywhere. See more pins on Pinterest.



Munchkin Arm & Hammer Nursery Fresheners, $10 


7. DIY stickers


Customize your notebooks and locker with DIY stickers. See sticker makers on Pinterest



8. Homework stations


Academics aren't for classrooms only, so it's important to find a nice space to do homework. Take a look at some awesome desk organization ideas. See more inspiration on Pinterest








9. T-shirts with humor 


Show off your mood right away with a statement tee. See more shirts on Pinterest.  



 10. Nice notes


Notes will never go out of style, especially when they're from a parent. See a cool banana note on Pinterest



See more back-to-school inspiration on Pinterest's 2015 Back-to-School Trends board. 



 


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5 Room Essentials to Help "Sleep Your Way to the Top"

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Arianna Huffington is sleep's number one fan, so it came as little surprise that she built nap rooms at the Huffington Post New York City offices to ensure that her employees stay energized and avoid burnout. We at Remodo firmly believe in sleep as a key to success, so we were eager to decorate one of the HuffPost nap room with one of our signature Boxed Rooms.



Whitney (my co-founder and sister) and I moved to New York several years ago and started a home decor e-commerce company to bring affordable products to people our age. We had spent our childhood moving around regularly, the result of divorces and remarriages. Who knew that sharing spaces and decorating them together would ultimately lead to our career? The same pattern continued in college and after that in New York, where everyone seemed to move once a year like clockwork.



Through years of experience making temporary spaces feel like home, we knew which decor accessories were necessary, which would lay the foundation immediately, and which could wait. In an oversaturated market, however, it proved difficult to set our company apart. We learned from a few setbacks, and came up with the idea to design and source our own products in order to make complete sets. We called them Boxed Rooms.



When decorating the HuffPost nap room, we chose our Indigo Boxed Room, aptly named 'Reflect,' for its calming hues. We also applied Chasing Paper's blue speckled removable wallpaper on one wall to recreate the look and feel of the sky. When we stopped by to see the before and after, we were proud that we had to wait in line for a peek at the snooze room.



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If you're headed to college, moving into a new apartment, or simply want to make over your existing space, we've narrowed down the decorating essentials to get you started. With the below five items, we guarantee the most restful sleep you've ever had, whether it's a 20 minute power nap or a full eight hours!



1. White Bedding



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The epitome of cool, crisp, and dreamy, white bedding is a quick update that'll make you feel like you're sleeping on a cloud. Not to mention, white bedding is easy to bleach and keep clean for those pesky 'glass of red wine in bed' spills.



2. Colorful Throw Pillows



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Two or three fun throw pillows are an easy way to bring a pop of color to your bed. The more pillows, the more fun you'll have flopping onto your bed for a nap.



3. Storage Bins



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If you want your room to be a source of instant calm, it must be clean! Storage bins can help you quickly pick things off the ground (think: a hamper for dirty laundry), and will keep your belongings organized.



4. Blanket



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At the end of the day, all you really need for a quick, restful nap is a blanket. This decor staple will help you feel warm and cozy any time, any place.



5. Frame



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A picture frame is an opportunity for you to add a personal touch to your space. With the right picture or print, you'll give yourself something positive to fall asleep to and wake up to every day.

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7 Expert Tips For Keeping Your Feet Healthy This Summer

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Summer is for sticking your feet in the sand, casually flip-flopping around town and showing off your festive pedicure as often as possible. Sadly, all of these classic seasonal behaviors can do some damage to your tootsies, leading to possible blisters, cracked skin and risks of infection. 


To properly care for your feet while enjoying everything summer has to offer, follow the sound expert advice below. You'll be glad you did.



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Dog Days

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It's officially the Dog Days of Summer. This time of year is not called that because of all the lazy, hot dogs lying about, but rather for the appearance of the Dog Star, Sirius, now visible in the sky. Be that as it may, it can still be very hot. In honor of both our loyal companions and this time of summer, we put together a few of our favorite dog photos from the Minnesota Historical Society's collection.

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How could one resist this baby in summer dress hanging out with her puppy? This image is from Benson, Minnesota, in 1895, and taken by R. E. Brandmo.

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This image of two children and two dogs was taken in Northfield, Minnesota, around 1890. It's unclear whether it's the dogs or the young man that the young lady does not trust.

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Two dogs, on a bench, 1925. This photo reminds one of the Dr. Suess book Big Dog, Little Dog.

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A real photo postcard featuring Charles M. Flandrau with his dogs, 1912.

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Sophie and Ole Lund outside the spring farm building with a dog hitched to a wagon on the North Oaks Farm.

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Here is an image of a dog registering his displease at the sign stating "Dogs not permitted on bathing beach" at Lake Calhoun, Minneapolis, 1937.

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And now for something completely different: Clem Haupers' etching Hot Dogs, 1934.

Hope you enjoyed this silly take on the dog days of summer. To see more images of summer, please visit the Minnesota Historical Society's Collections Online!

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Jillian Mercado, Model With Muscular Dystrophy, Signs With IMG

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If you don't know who Jillian Mercado is by now, you're going to want to get to know her, fast.


The fashion blogger and model who starred in a 2014 Diesel campaign has officially signed with iconic modeling agency IMG. Mercado is beautiful, has great style and a deep rooted relationship with fashion, having graduated from FIT. She also has spastic muscular dystrophy and uses a wheelchair. 



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Mercado told The Wall Street Journal that modeling never seemed like "a possibility" growing up. But while a student at FIT, she was asked to serve as a fit model for friends because she fit into sample sizes. 


After starring in the Diesel ad, she consequently landed additional, major jobs including a gig for Nordstrom. Then she received a letter from someone who admired the Diesel campaign, and it finally clicked. "A light bulb went off, and I suddenly thought, ‘Go big, or go home,'" she told WSJ.


IMG represents a slew of diverse models and also produces New York Fashion Week, where Mercado has become a front row regular. Fingers crossed for a Mercado appearance on the runway in the very near future.  


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