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These 15 Viral Beauty Tricks Made 2016 Even Weirder

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Yes, 2016 was weird. And it had the beauty trends to match. Luckily, nothing lasts forever, even if those 100 coats of nail polish videos felt like they might.


As the year comes to an end, there’s no better time to revisit the trends that inspired a whole lot of head scratching, wonderment and just as many YouTube tutorials. 


Check them out below and stay weird, beauty lovers. 


1. Succulent nails




Because the only thing more painfully hip than nail art is succulent nail art.


2. KFC’s chicken-flavored nail polish.






Edible, chicken-flavored and oh so weird. 


3. The V-Steam.


This Gwyneth Paltrow-approved treatment involves a tube that blows hot steam onto your vagina that allegedly “balances female hormone levels” (dubious). We’re not so sure about paying upward of $50 to give our vaginas steam “facials,” but who are we to judge!


4. Hologram lips. 




OK, this one, that requires just one $14 lip gloss, is just as cool as it is weird. 


5. Lisa Frank hair. 



Because rainbows make everyone smile. #lyssdidmyhair #rainbowhair #hairvideo #allthecolors #lisafrankhair

A video posted by Connecticut Hairstylist (@lysseon) on




The Lisa Frank obsession this year prompted a clothing line, coloring books and this mesmerizing, psychedelic trend in hair dye. Rainbow hair isn’t necessarily weird, but the fact that it’s inspired by 90s-era school stationary is a little unusual. 


6. Crystal lips




They’re made using “heavy glitter, base color and clear gloss” and they are so intense. 


7. 100 layers videos.





Starting with “polish mountain,” beauty vloggers spent hours of their lives in 2016 demonstrating what 100 layers of mascara, foundation and liquid lipstick look like (to name a few). Jenna Marbles took it about 500 steps further when she did them all, plus hairspray and false lashes, because why not?


8. The edible chocolate manicure




OK, this mani made with icing may have been a joke, but that didn’t make it any less weird (or fun to watch).


9. Nutella hair dye.




As if we needed another reason to idolize Nutella: it allegedly lightens hair (we are highly skeptical) in addition to being the most delightful snack on the planet. Have we mentioned we’re skeptical? Of course, pretending to use Nutella as a hair dye would be pretty weird too.


10. Cheeto Curls





YouTuber Grav3yardgirl actually achieved some enviable ringlets from wrapping her hair in puffy Cheetos, but we’d still advise against trying this one at home. 


11. Penis-imprinted highlighters.




Makeup brand Bitch Slap Cosmetics crafted these genitalia-themed highlighters that no one ever asked for.


12. Neck contouring.



So... Will this be a new trend? What do you guys think? #neckcontour ( @mwhairstyles) #fdbeauty

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Maybe useful for a red carpet you’re planning to walk down backward? Otherwise, this one just seems difficult to maneuver and a waste of time. 


13. Boob masks.




You know those sheet masks you put on your face? Well, these are those but for boobs. They even have nipple cutouts. Reminder: Your boobs are perfect the way they are, sheet mask or otherwise. 


14. Glow-in-the-dark hair.




Celebrity hairstylist Guy Tang created this high-octane dye job that legit glows in the dark. Black lights have never been more needed.


15. Vagasil as a primer. 





Vagisil treats yeast infections, sure, but its ingredients do wonders for filling in your fine lines and acting as a great base for makeup, according to a bunch of beauty bloggers. 

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GANT x Future: Iconic Retailer Partners with Design Students

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GANT "Oxford Fitted Shirt" styled by Sophia Charles. Photographed by Danielle Rueda


Steve Jobs and Leo Tolstoy shared a surprising creative belief. The simplest things are the hardest to master. "You have to work hard to get your thinking clean to make something simple," said Jobs. This fall, in the heart of San Francisco, a Menswear Styling class has been working on a project unlike any other in the industry: reinventing the classic white button-down. Except this isn't an ordinary school project but a collaboration between the iconic US retailer GANT and the Academy of Art University School of Fashion. This unique engagement marked the first time the brand has partnered with an educational institution. The one-of- a-kind incentive is having their work showcased at the GANT flagship store in San Francisco. What a great experience!

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GANT "Oxford Fitted Shirt" styled by Teresa Tran, modeled by Red Thompson, makeup by Sean Stahl. Photographed by Vince Aung


Eleven senior styling student were given a GANT shirt and the liberty to reinterpret it for a lookbook. The only direction was to focus on the versatility of the garment without having it resemble another line. Every step of the process was in the hands of the students. In an interview with Fashion School Daily, the Assistant Director of Styling in the School of Fashion, Flore Morton stated that she "wanted students to build full stories, investigate brands, and think like designers." The students turned for inspiration to the brand's stylish present and captivating heritage.

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GANT "Oxford Fitted Shirt" styled by Nhu Dao, modeled by Red Thomspon, makeup by Thu Conteras, Hair by Stuart Wong. Photographed by Gyuho Park


GANT was founded in 1949 in New Haven, Connecticut. It has since expanded globally beyond menswear into other market segments creating a name for itself as a premier lifestyle brand with aims to increase its reach by 2020 under the new direction of global CEO Patrik Nilsson. GANT has originally been associated with effortless Ivy League style and quality tailored shirts. In addition to the classic sportswear heritage GANT line they've also launched GANT Diamond G and GANT Rugger, contemporary lines reflecting diverse aesthetics.

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Customized GANT Rugger "Kick Ass Oxford Printed Block Shirt" styled by Hoilee Heung. Photographed by Mariya Stangl.


Back to the earlier simplicity discourse. Tolstoy argued that "the simplest thing cannot be made clear to the most intelligent man if he is firmly persuaded that he knows already, without a shadow of doubt, what is laid before him." Students had to start from clean slate. Fangdi Li opted to use the GANT Rugger Indigo denim shirt for her nocturnal vision: draping of the shirt on the body in a linear way over a black hoodie for a restructured silhouette. Teresa Tran kept the focus on layering possibilities. She infused vintage pieces with the GANT shirt that was accented with accessories influenced by the subcultures of the film "This is England". Sophia Charles drew inspiration from the GANT Instagram account and the French film "La Haine" for her minimalist yet bold version with accessorized with electric red tape. Overall, the results showcased GANT adaptability and immense talent of the Academy students.

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GANT "Oxford Fitted Shirt" styled by Sophia Charles, modeled by Keoni Kai, hair and makeup by Jessica Katelynn Clark. Photographed by Gabriel Isak


The Academy is the only American school with an accredited styling program! It seems like a natural fit for the school and the brand, both of whom focus on quality, innovation and laying a foundation for a more fashionable future. For the creative director Christopher Bastin, it's all about legacy, "having a legacy is something that sets you apart and gives you authenticity and credibility. And, most importantly, it gives you a platform and security as a brand." This pioneering collaboration also benefited Fashion Journalism students who were assigned to follow the process closely and report on it via various outlets. Stephan Rabimov, director of Social Media Center and Fashion Journalism, commented: "Opportunities like this benefit all involved. Our students loved working with GANT. We salute the GANT team for their visionary leadership and look forward to providing more professional experiences that are not available at any other institution."

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Styling processes of Fangdi Li (left), Nhu Dao (center) and Karina Widjaja (right).


The finalist looks from the GANT x Academy of Art collaborations will be presented at GANT's San Francisco flagship store at 552 Hayes Street on January 19, 2017, from 5 to 7 p.m.

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Finding Pageant Fashions for Your Child: Stress-Free Shopping

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When a parent has a child that wants to participate in beauty pageants, it can be both a joyous and stressful event. It is a happy and fun occasion to have one's young one want to participate in the tradition and competition that a pageant presents. However, getting all the right fashion and accessories can be one of the most hectic and stress filled activities a guardian can experience.

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Photo by Lloyd Gallman, Flickr

Although there are hundreds of vendors in every region or state with beauty pageant clothing, these businesses may not have the largest inventory or the best prices. Business competition, as well as a large customer pool, the specialty stores can sustain charging expensive prices to their customers. In addition, to keep operating costs low, the inventory at these businesses are typically much smaller than one would think. If a parent needs specialty pageant dresses for toddlers then the cost could be even higher when the business must special order for the customer.

Shopping Stress Free Internet Option

Finding pageant dresses for children can be less stressful when using the internet to shop. Even though parents may be willing to go through immense hassles for the happiness of their children, no one needs to go through the stressful experience of bringing their child shopping for the perfect show attire. With the internet as a major choice for purchasing, many families have avoided the stress that some shopping experiences bring in exchange for the convenience of the computer.

The internet provides numerous less stressful options for parents to find the right pageant dresses and accessories for their child. E-commerce software has allowed for businesses selling to establish themselves online. The online vendors can exclusively sell their products allowing customers to purchase specific fashion choices through a secure connection from the comfort of the home. Once ordered the business simply mails the item directly to the customer.

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Photo by Ashely LaBonde Wide Eyed Studios via UrbanPromise, Flikr

Online businesses, such as the those selling pageant clothing, take away major issues that customers deal with when shopping at the competitive brick-and-mortar businesses. For example, since the businesses are focused on a particular brand without large operating costs, online pageant websites often have a larger inventory. This provides more choices for consumers over their local or regional stores. In addition, these low operating costs carry over to the customer, meaning the specialty pageant fashions are typically less expensive than products sold at a store.

Instead of making it a stressful occasion, parents should enjoy seeing their child getting ready for a showcase with joy. Using the internet to find the perfect pageant tailored wear will help minimize stress by finding the just right fashion that makes the child and parent happy. Make the shopping experience part of the overall enjoyment of entering and competing. Do not forget that all of the children striving to be their best in any competition are all winners.

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Finding Pageant Fashions for Your Child: Stress-Free Shopping

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When a parent has a child that wants to participate in beauty pageants, it can be both a joyous and stressful event. It is a happy and fun occasion to have one's young one want to participate in the tradition and competition that a pageant presents. However, getting all the right fashion and accessories can be one of the most hectic and stress filled activities a guardian can experience.

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Photo by Lloyd Gallman, Flickr

Although there are hundreds of vendors in every region or state with beauty pageant clothing, these businesses may not have the largest inventory or the best prices. Business competition, as well as a large customer pool, the specialty stores can sustain charging expensive prices to their customers. In addition, to keep operating costs low, the inventory at these businesses are typically much smaller than one would think. If a parent needs specialty pageant dresses for toddlers then the cost could be even higher when the business must special order for the customer.

Shopping Stress Free Internet Option

Finding pageant dresses for children can be less stressful when using the internet to shop. Even though parents may be willing to go through immense hassles for the happiness of their children, no one needs to go through the stressful experience of bringing their child shopping for the perfect show attire. With the internet as a major choice for purchasing, many families have avoided the stress that some shopping experiences bring in exchange for the convenience of the computer.

The internet provides numerous less stressful options for parents to find the right pageant dresses and accessories for their child. E-commerce software has allowed for businesses selling to establish themselves online. The online vendors can exclusively sell their products allowing customers to purchase specific fashion choices through a secure connection from the comfort of the home. Once ordered the business simply mails the item directly to the customer.

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Photo by Ashely LaBonde Wide Eyed Studios via UrbanPromise, Flikr

Online businesses, such as the those selling pageant clothing, take away major issues that customers deal with when shopping at the competitive brick-and-mortar businesses. For example, since the businesses are focused on a particular brand without large operating costs, online pageant websites often have a larger inventory. This provides more choices for consumers over their local or regional stores. In addition, these low operating costs carry over to the customer, meaning the specialty pageant fashions are typically less expensive than products sold at a store.

Instead of making it a stressful occasion, parents should enjoy seeing their child getting ready for a showcase with joy. Using the internet to find the perfect pageant tailored wear will help minimize stress by finding the just right fashion that makes the child and parent happy. Make the shopping experience part of the overall enjoyment of entering and competing. Do not forget that all of the children striving to be their best in any competition are all winners.

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Finding Pageant Fashions for Your Child: Stress-Free Shopping

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When a parent has a child that wants to participate in beauty pageants, it can be both a joyous and stressful event. It is a happy and fun occasion to have one's young one want to participate in the tradition and competition that a pageant presents. However, getting all the right fashion and accessories can be one of the most hectic and stress filled activities a guardian can experience.

2017-01-02-1483380204-4981814-ByLloydGallmanFlickr.jpg
Photo by Lloyd Gallman, Flickr

Although there are hundreds of vendors in every region or state with beauty pageant clothing, these businesses may not have the largest inventory or the best prices. Business competition, as well as a large customer pool, the specialty stores can sustain charging expensive prices to their customers. In addition, to keep operating costs low, the inventory at these businesses are typically much smaller than one would think. If a parent needs specialty pageant dresses for toddlers then the cost could be even higher when the business must special order for the customer.

Shopping Stress Free Internet Option

Finding pageant dresses for children can be less stressful when using the internet to shop. Even though parents may be willing to go through immense hassles for the happiness of their children, no one needs to go through the stressful experience of bringing their child shopping for the perfect show attire. With the internet as a major choice for purchasing, many families have avoided the stress that some shopping experiences bring in exchange for the convenience of the computer.

The internet provides numerous less stressful options for parents to find the right pageant dresses and accessories for their child. E-commerce software has allowed for businesses selling to establish themselves online. The online vendors can exclusively sell their products allowing customers to purchase specific fashion choices through a secure connection from the comfort of the home. Once ordered the business simply mails the item directly to the customer.

2017-01-02-1483380256-2911809-FlikrUrbanPromiseAshelyLaBondeWideEyedStudios.jpg
Photo by Ashely LaBonde Wide Eyed Studios via UrbanPromise, Flikr

Online businesses, such as the those selling pageant clothing, take away major issues that customers deal with when shopping at the competitive brick-and-mortar businesses. For example, since the businesses are focused on a particular brand without large operating costs, online pageant websites often have a larger inventory. This provides more choices for consumers over their local or regional stores. In addition, these low operating costs carry over to the customer, meaning the specialty pageant fashions are typically less expensive than products sold at a store.

Instead of making it a stressful occasion, parents should enjoy seeing their child getting ready for a showcase with joy. Using the internet to find the perfect pageant tailored wear will help minimize stress by finding the just right fashion that makes the child and parent happy. Make the shopping experience part of the overall enjoyment of entering and competing. Do not forget that all of the children striving to be their best in any competition are all winners.

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Afro-Gatsby: New Year's Eve Opulence

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Photo Credit: Damian Lamont


Poet Countee Cullen asked, "Hey Black Child, Do you know who you are? Who you really are?" Trabian Shorters expanded on that when he asked, "Who do you think we are? Because the stories we tell create the lives we'll live. Tell your children positive stories to inspire them to create the lives they want to live." In an age were society portrays black culture and people as ratchet, uneducated, and uncouth, painter and interior designer Raub Welch is creating a rebirth of black decadence. Raub launched a series of themed dinner parties to fund his upcoming book, Afro-Opulence. It is a celebration of black intelligentsia, arts, culture, discourse, and elegance. Think of it as a Taschen for black culture with a nod to vintage black glamour with a modern flair. Raub's New Year's Eve party, themed Afro-Gatsby, was his latest soiree to support the publication of the forthcoming book.

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Photo Credit: Damian Lamont


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Photo Credit: Damian Lamont


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Photo Credit: Damian Lamont


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Photo Credit: Damian Lamont


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Photo Credit: Damian Lamont


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Lea Michele Kicks Off The New Year With A Cheeky Nude Photo

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Lea Michele said goodbye to 2016 ― and her clothes ― to welcome 2017.


The former “Glee” star shared a cheeky nude photo Sunday on Instagram, in which she’s seen lounging in her birthday suit in front of a gorgeous forest landscape. The only thing protecting her modesty is a little leaf emoji, placed right over her behind. 


“Loving you so far 2017,” she captioned the photo. 



Loving you so far 2017. ✌

A photo posted by Lea Michele (@leamichele) on




Michele is clearly confident in her own skin. The actress often shares similarly sexy pics on her Instagram account and even posed nude for the cover of UK Women’s Health earlier this year. 


During an appearance on “Ellen,” Michele spoke about posing nude for the magazine, noting, “I was on Broadway for a while and I had to do some nudity stuff for ‘Spring Awakening,’ so I’m pretty comfortable being naked ... I feel everyone [at the photoshoot] was more nervous than I was.”

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Finally, Clinique Introduces Crayola Crayons You Can Use On Your Face

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This certainly gives new meaning to the term “lip crayon.”


Clinique’s latest collaboration is sure to tug at your red violet heart strings. Feast your eyes on the new Chubby Stick line, inspired by classic Crayola crayon colors. 



Designed to look like actual crayons, the adorable sticks come in a range of red and pink shades and are even packaged in a classic-looking Crayola box (iconic back-of-the-box sharpener sadly not included).



Each full-size stick is $17, but they’re also sold in a four-pack of minis for $25 and an eight-pack of minis for $49.50. It’s a pretty big jump from the $7.20 we’re used to paying for 64 crayons, but they do provide a much safer option than trying to use actual Crayola products as makeup


Now all Clinique needs to do is make a cerulean eyeliner and our lives would be truly, colorfully complete. 


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Watch John Malkovich 'Leave' Acting To Pursue A Fashion Career

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Just a few months after John Malkovich partnered with Squarespace to perform homages to various David Lynch characters ― such as the log lady from “Twin Peaks” ― Malkovich is now debuting another eclectic acting project with the website creation company. In a new short film, Malkovich plays himself as he leaves his career as an actor to pursue a passion for fashion design.


The movie, “Journey,” shows Malkovich trying to overcome his reputation as an actor in order to have his designs taken more seriously. At one point, he reads an email titled, “John Malkovich 2017,” that only has one line ― “Is this a joke?” Malkovich, sitting up in bed alone, sends the email to the trash.


The plot of this project slightly mirrors the 1999 Charlie Kaufman movie “Being John Malkovich.” In that full-length feature, the main character finds a way to control the mind of the Malkovich-played character, John Malkovich, and forces Malkovich to abandon his acting career to become a successful puppeteer.


Along with the “Journey” short, Malkovich set up a website with Squarespace that actually features his new fashion line.


 


Watch Malkovich’s new movie below:




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This Boy Grew His Hair For Two Years So He Could Donate It To His Friend

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For two years, Tyler Boone has grown his hair out with one goal in mind: to cut it and donate it to his friend who lost her hair.


According to ABC Action News WFTS, Boone’s friend Gabby Ruiz has alopecia, a disorder that causes her to lose her hair. To help Ruiz get a wig, Boone decided to grow his hair for two years.


“I just want to make her happy,” he told the station.


Before 2016 ended, Ruiz herself was able to cut off 12 inches of Boone’s hair. Children With Hair Loss, an organization that provides wigs at no cost for kids who have lost their hair, will ensure Ruiz receives her wig.


After WFTS posted the story on its Facebook page on Dec. 29, commenters shared their praise for Boone and his generous gesture.


“This is so sweet, I am so happy when I hear stories like these,” one commenter wrote. “What a beautiful heart this boy has,” wrote another.


Ruiz thinks her selfless friend is “a great person,” too.


“He’s amazing,” she said.


H/T Viral Viral Videos

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15 Beautiful Engagement Rings That Are The Very Best 'Something Blue'

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Brides, look no further: the most charming way to incorporate your “something blue” is by wearing it on your ring finger.


Below you’ll find 15 engagement rings in gorgeous shades of blue that are truly a thing of beauty. 



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Katie Couric's Makeup-Free Selfie Is All Of Us This Week

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Going back to work after the holidays is tough. Going back to work after the holidays and 10 years off is a feat of strength.


Katie Couric returned to her post at the “Today” show this week to celebrate Matt Lauer’s 20th anniversary on the show, and consequently returned to the very early morning routine that comes with it. She posted a sleepy makeup-free selfie to Instagram Wednesday that’s all too familiar for anyone struggling to get back into the swing of things this week.



Day 3 of @todayshow time to make the donuts. #firstmirrorselfie #lastmirrorselfie #omg

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”Day 3 of @todayshow time to make the donuts. #firstmirrorselfie #lastmirrorselfie #omg,” she captioned the adorable photo.


But it’s not just the makeup-free selfie that’s making Couric’s week-long return so sweet; her social media accounts have been filled with throwback gems. Here she is singing with Darlene Love:




And here she is giving us all the feels with a photo of her and Lauer (and a self-deprecating joke about her necklace):




Sigh. To quote Rihanna, we want you to stay, Katie. 

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7 Mistakes That Are Making Your Chapped Lips Worse

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For Glamour, by Deanna Pai.



Chapped lips are the scourge of the winter season. (Actually, it might be a tie between that and slushy sidewalks.) By mid-winter, we’re either biting off the dead skin (it’s weirdly satisfying), brushing away flakes, or giving up and accepting that we’re just going to have to save the matte liquid lipstick for March. Even if you do take the initiative and stock up on your favorite balm, you might find that it’s still not enough — because it’s not. There are other, sneaky factors making your chapped lips worse, and you won’t find the solution in a tube. We asked the experts to explain exactly why your lips are so dry and chapped — and what you can do about it.


Using the Wrong Formula


That lip-plumping balm isn’t doing you any favors, since many of the formulas contain irritating ingredients (which is often how they plump your lips in the first place). “Cooling lip products that contain ingredients like menthol or camphor can cause skin inflammation and dryness,” says Joshua Zeichner, M.D., dermatologist and director of Cosmetic & Clinical Research in Dermatology at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City. If you’re really suffering, Zeichner recommends going with fragrance- and flavor-free formulas, like Fresh Advanced Therapy Sugar Lip Treatment ($26). The more basic it is, the better off you’ll be.


Wearing Lipstick 24/7


If you’re one of those people who cannot be seen without your signature red lipstick, we apologize in advance. Lip color is not exactly a priority in the winter months, since if you have chapped lips, you need re-up on the balm whenever you head outdoors. “Wear it while you sleep and also apply before stepping outside,” advises Joanna Vargas, a celebrity facialist in NYC. “This protects the lips — then, you can always apply a color once you arrive wherever you’re going.” Or go with a tinted lip balm, like Burt’s Bees Pomegranate Lip Balm ($6 for two). 



Lip color is not exactly a priority in the winter months, since if you have chapped lips, you need re-up on the balm whenever you head outdoors.



Doubling Down on Balm


As with sangria and snow, it is possible to have too much of a good thing. If your lips are under a constant layer of heavy lip balms, you could be doing more harm than good. “Constant, chronic use of occlusive lip balms may initially help your lips, but they may interfere with the ability for your lips to function properly,” explains Zeichner. Basically, dryness sends a signal to your lips that they need to produce more moisture. If you’re layering on balm 24/7, you could lose those cues and your lips won’t produce as much oil as they should — kicking off a cycle of chapped lips.


Too Much Scrubbing


If you’ve ever peeled dead skin off your lips, you probably know the value of a good lip scrub. But if you’re using it on a nightly basis, you’re actually worsening the situation. “Don’t overdo the exfoliation,” says Elizabeth Tanzi, M.D., a dermatologist and founder of Capital Laser & Skin Care in Washington, D.C. “Once a week is good, or you risk irritating your lips and making them even drier.”


Blasting the Heat


On a sub-zero day, it’s perfectly understandable to if you want to nurse a warm drink and sit next to your heater. But heat’s a big offender when it comes to drying out everything, from your skin to your hair to, yes, your lips. It’s even worse if you have a cold and are breathing out of your mouth (because congestion is real). Together, the two can seriously dry out lips, says Zeichner. Your best bet if you have your heater on full blast is to use a humidifier, which releases moisture back into the air.


Licking Your Lips


This seems kind of obvious: If your lips feel dry and you’re stuck without your go-to balm — also known as the fourth circle of hell — moistening your lips by licking them seems like it could be a decent fallback. Not so, as it happens. “Licking your lips if they’re dry just makes the problem much worse,” says Tanzi. “Not only does it lead to increased dryness, but it can actually lead to a type of eczema if you do it excessively.” The only thing worse than chapped lips? Lips with eczema.


Your Favorite Thai Dish


If your lips are chapped, it means that the skin barrier there is in rough shape — literally and figuratively. According to Zeichner, spicy foods compromise the skin barrier even further, which only makes your chapped lips worse. Plus, spicy foods have a tendency to burn, and the last thing you want is to feel the burn when your mouth already hurts. Stick on the mild side until your lips have healed — or winter’s coldest months have passed.


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What’s That Salad the Kardashians Are Always Eating on Their Show?


Ryan Reynolds Reveals He Fell in Love With Blake Lively While on a Double Date With Someone Else


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The Milk Makeup Blur Stick Is Like A Snapchat Filter For Your Face

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For Allure, by Elizabeth Denton.



I’ve never really loved foundation, which is why I was so excited to try the Milk Makeup Blur Stick. I’m a big fan of both BB and CC creams because they smooth out my skin without covering up my freckles. Natural coverage — and less noticeable pores — is my dream. One foundation I am obsessed with is the brand’s Sunshine Skin Tint, because it’s the lightest, but creamiest, formula I’ve tried, so I had a feeling the Blur Stick would make it into my skin-care routine.


My first impression of the Milk Makeup Blur Stick is how soft it made my skin feel. I just rubbed it all over my face (sticks are so easy to use), concentrating on my T-zone because that’s where I can get a little oily. To be honest, I didn’t really see a difference up close — at first. Then I stepped back and looked in the mirror and noticed my skin looked like it had gone through the “pretty” Snapchat filter. (I don’t really know what it’s called but you know the one.) I know that sounds a lot like any other tinted moisturizer or cream but this product is oil-free and matte, which feels really modern and natural. I was already hooked. But then I used it as a primer and applied a full-coverage foundation on top, since it was New Year’s Eve and I wanted a more nighttime look. My foundation went on way smoother than usual (I used Kat Von D Lock‑It Tattoo Foundation), and it literally stayed on all night. Score.


I’m lucky I don’t have many fine lines — yet — but the Blur Stick will probably smooth those out, too. (If you try it, let me know!) The vegan, cruelty-free product is also free of silicone. This is important because silicone can clog your pores and cause break outs.




The Blur Stick retails for $36 and goes on sale January 9 at milkmakeup.com. But, if you go to milk.mu/allureflashsale starting at noon on Tuesday, January 3, you can shop it a whole six days before everyone else. The link expires at midnight, so get shopping.

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Lena Dunham Praises Glamour For Letting Her 'Cellulite Do The Damn Thing'

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Lena Dunham has never been one to shy away from controversial topics, whether she’s discussing body image, abortion, or Odell Beckham Jr.


This week, though, Dunham turned her to attention to Glamour magazine, and applauded the publication for featuring her unretouched thigh on its February cover.  




The “Girls” co-creator posted a series of photos from the shoot to her Instagram account on Tuesday ― most notably, she captioned one photo with a mini-essay about her body image struggles and why this cover is so meaningful to her. 


“Throughout my teens I was told, in no uncertain terms, that I was fucking funny looking,” she wrote. “Well, today this body is on the cover of a magazine that millions of women will read, without photoshop, my thigh on fully imperfect display.”



Okay, here goes: throughout my teens I was told, in no uncertain terms, that I was fucking funny looking. Potbelly, rabbit teeth, knock knees- I could never seem to get it right and it haunted my every move. I posed as the sassy confident one, secretly horrified and hurt by careless comments and hostility. Let's get something straight: I didn't hate what I looked like- I hated the culture that was telling me to hate it. When my career started, some people celebrated my look but always through the lens of "isn't she brave? Isn't it such a bold move to show THAT body on TV?" Then there were the legions of trolls who made high school teasing look like a damned joke with the violent threats they heaped on, the sickening insults that made me ache for teen girls like me who might be reading my comments. Well, today this body is on the cover of a magazine that millions of women will read, without photoshop, my thigh on full imperfect display. Whether you agree with my politics, like my show or connect to what I do, it doesn't matter- my body isn't fair game. No one's is, no matter their size, color, gender identity, and there's a place for us all in popular culture to be recognized as beautiful. Haters are gonna have to get more intellectual and creative with their disses in 2017 because none of us are going to be scared into muumuus by faceless basement dwellers, or cruel blogs, or even our partners and friends. Thank you to the women in Hollywood (and on Instagram!) leading the way, inspiring and normalizing the female form in EVERY form, and thank you to @glamourmag for letting my cellulite do the damn thing on news stands everywhere today ❤️ Love you all.

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Dunham wrote about the years of bullying she faced not only in her adolescence, but as a public figure as well. 


“There were the legions of trolls who made high school teasing look like a damned joke with the violent threats they heaped on,” she wrote. “The sickening insults that made me ache for teen girls like me who might be reading my comments.”


Dunham thanked “women in Hollywood (and on Instagram!)” for “inspiring and normalizing the female form in EVERY form,” as well as Glamour for flaunting her unretouched thigh, and letting her “cellulite do the damn thing.” 


It’s true that Dunham doesn’t always say the right thing ― but this is a message we can get on board with.


Pick up the Februrary issue of Glamour on newsstands now. 

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5 Common Curly Hair Mistakes And How To Fix Them

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Hello my name is Lori, and up until recently, my entire life, I’ve been washing my hair wrong.


All wrong.


Completely 100% WRONG.


Now you may be asking, how I could be doing something as simple as this incorrectly — you shampoo and condition, what else is there to it?


If you are asking this, I know you must not have naturally curly hair.


I decided to go and see a stylist who only cuts curly hair. She deals with curls exclusively… Who knew such a person existed? They do! She is a certified curl whisperer and has taught me some tricks that have become part of my routine. Tricks that have transformed my hair.



For reals.


Just look at those after-curls! And it’s not hard, in fact it’s insanely easy to get rid of the frizz forever and have bouncy, boing-y, defined, hydrated curls.


Here’s what I was doing wrong.


1. Haircuts too often.


I was getting a haircut like clockwork every six weeks. Because that’s how often people get a haircut, right? WRONG!


Now I get haircuts every three months. Seriously. Us curly girls don’t need so many haircuts! Your natural curls live in little families that need time to grow together, so your stylist needs to see where they live and what direction they hang out in. Also, she cuts my hair while it’s dry, not wet, so she can see where those families are living and growing. Awww, curl families you guys! How adorable!


2. Washing too often.


I was religiously washing my hair every other day. Sometimes every day. WRONG!


So wrong. Now I wash twice a week, sometimes only once. My hair continues to look its best on days three/four and sometimes five.


3. Washing the conditioner out.


I used to spend an endless amount of time rinsing every drop of conditioner out of my hair until it was squeaky clean. WRONG.


Now I finger comb my conditioner through my sopping wet hair, let it sit on there while I wash my bod, then I “drizzle rinse” for like 10 seconds. Seriously. Ten seconds. Yes, leaving most of that moisturizing conditioner in my hair where it belongs and not down the drain. Yes, I was worried too that my hair would feel heavy/weighed down but just look at that after picture. It doesn’t.


4. Using the wrong towel.


I used to step out of the shower and pile my hair on top of my head in a giant bath towel. WRONG.


Regular bath towels lend to making hair frizzy ― something to do with the loop-size or weave of the towel. I don’t know, the towel industry has something against us, I guess. Anyway, now I use a smaller microfiber towel to scrunch my curls; these towels tone down the frizz and leave my curls soft and spring-loaded.


5. Air dry.


My hair would come out of that towel and immediately get blasted by the hair dryer. WRONG.


Now I let my curls air dry as long as I can stand it, letting the product I’ve put on form a “cast” where the curls can separate and set. Then I gently diffuse dry it on medium and warm rather than hot and high.


Of course using the right products helps too; using shampoos without sulfates, an amazingly moisturizing conditioner geared towards curly hair (I love the whole DevaCurl line, especially their One Condition) and the right gel or curling cream.


These tips have led to my hair looking healthier and my curls looking well...curlier. My routine takes less time. I’m getting fewer haircuts. Who knew? Now I do!


The only thing that will take more time is our conversation, when you ask me if I’m doing something different because my hair looks so great.


Lori’s website, Drawn to the ‘80s, is where her 5-year-old drew the hit songs of the 1980’s. Her blog, Once Upon a Product, is where she writes about important things like beauty products and her gigantic ‘80s hair.

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Caitlyn Jenner Announces Mac Line For 'All Sexes. All Ages. All Races'

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Reality star and transgender celebrity Caitlyn Jenner is once again partnering up with MAC Cosmetics.


The newest collaboration, which she announced Wednesday on Twitter, will benefit and be accessible to people of “All sexes. All ages. All races.”






Jenner previously created a signature lipstick shade called “Finally Free” last year. The new product line will include 15 different pieces, Billboard reports. 


“Caitlyn Jenner has fearlessly shared her transition with the world, and her new M∙A∙C collection continues that mission, proudly championing All Ages, All Races, and All Sexes,” MAC said in a press release. “Elegant, classic shades for lips, eyes and cheeks are beautifully suited for those who embrace life, in whatever form they choose.”



Jenner has also used her partnership with MAC to speak out in favor of the #VIVAGLAM campaign, a long-standing initiative from the cosmetics company dedicated to combating HIV/AIDS. 




The new Jenner-MAC collaboration will be available nationwide on Thursday, Jan. 5 on the MAC website.


H/T Gay Star News

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Hotel on Rivington brings Fashion & Art Infused 1315 Holiday Pop-up

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[Photo: Cavier Coleman, among one of Hotel on Rivington's exhibiting brands, Vestment clothing brings luxury loungewear that keeps you covered and comfortable.]

Looping brands together, and swirling in a 360 degree brand-to-consumer experience, pop-up events serve as a smashing platform for the new and established to shape, shine and boost their profiles in the public eye. Most regularly, they serve as intimate experiences for consumers to interact with emerging brands and get an exclusive look at new trends and unseen designs. All while throwing back a complimentary cocktail or two. Serving up a beguiling experience to tastemakers, fashion influencers and hotel guests, Hotel on Rivington was the recent backdrop for a stellar rendition of holiday art meets style through its "1315 Holiday Pop-up" experience.



On the day of the 1315 Holiday Pop-up, temperatures plummeted to a frigid low, thus leaving a warm, but tantalizing thrill to the inside atmosphere. Like most pop-up events, the space was tight, but the room maintained an inviting allure. As we bounced our attention from product to product, our eyes offset by a sky-lit atrium and the Spanish tile mural of Café Medi's main dining room below, with guest enjoying lite bites and Mediterranean cuisines from the restaurant's menu, and speciality wine-infused vodka drinks by Maven Cocktails. Comfy, Oak-paneled walls played up a cozy Winter theme, supported by an array of colorful decor, plush velvet furniture, and vibrant art displays by Domingo Zapata and Matheus Goulart of Art on Rivington's rotating art program.

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Launching just one week before Christmas, and with the goal of appealing to both a consumer friendly and an 'industry' audience bred its challenges. Yet as the fashion world becomes less and less a mystery, and commerce becomes the reality, merging the two audiences has allowed brands a sensible leverage to the hotel's volume of traffic, while securing new customers instantaneously. Among 1315's selected fashion brands were Henry Picado's Este & Chlo, Lucky Selectism, VESTMENT NYC, EGAMI suits, and MARAM Paris, a popular emerging designer as seen in Elle, Vogue, and Harper's Bazaar.

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[Photo: Cavier Coleman, Hotel on Rivington guest Tiffany Fitzgerald sports Lucky Selectism's "Lavern" shades at 1315 Holiday Pop-up. Pictured behind Fitzgerald is a vibrant art display by Domingo Zapata and Matheus Goulart of Art on Rivington's rotating art program.]

As colorful patrons peeled into the vertical space, "most of the products seen here maintain a chic hipness in the midst of a luxurious aesthetic." quoted a renowned fashion stylist with enthusiasm. Notable feedback for an atmosphere usually full of harsh remarks, especially within the presumptuous, fashionista' driven events that revel amongst the downtown avenues.

Set in the heart of the trendy Lower East Side, this sartorial experience served as an illustrious backdrop and celebration of the city's best new designers.

For more information on Hotel on Rivington or its events visit: www.hotelonrivington.com

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6 Experts Reveal the Sustainable Fashion Projects to Watch in 2017

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There's no doubt that the fashion industry is changing. While, for some of us, it may not be changing as quickly as we'd like, there is proof that consumer behavior is shifting, the role of the designer is growing and technology is at the forefront.

Below are six experts in the sustainable fashion industry, sharing the projects they're most excited to watch in 2017.


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"There's this incredible ecosystem of business resources, services and programs set up to help fashion brands incorporate more sustainable practices into what they're doing, and it wasn't that way even two years ago. Some to watch are Factory45, Startup Fashion, ProjectEntrepreneur and TrendSeeder.

I am also paying close attention to the necessary interconnectedness of sustainability in fashion, where you see companies like Evrnu partnering with Levi's and The Renewal Workshop teaming up with multiple brands to present new ways of thinking about the lifecycle of the clothes we wear."
 

- Lorraine Sanders, Founder of PressDope by Spirit of 608 and host of the Spirit of 608 podcast




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"I'm really excited about the emergence of sustainable undergarment brands. It used to be that there were so few choices that you could feel good about. Now they're popping up everywhere and range from the fancier styles of NAJA, which has a women-focused social mission, to the fun styles of La Vie En Orange, which recycles your t-shirts into cute cotton undies."
 

- Nicole Giordano, Founder of Startup Fashion




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"This year, I'm excited by brands that are blurring the traditional boundaries of fashion. New brands like Kirrin Finch are filling a void for (proper-fitting) menswear-inspired womenswear as established companies like Burberry make mixed gender shows a fixture of fashion week.

In addition, the concept of quality clothing that purposefully endures through sizes and seasons is resurfacing among sustainable lines: Sotela designs dresses that span several sizes while the made-to-order brand DeSmet rejects the fashion calendar to release just one piece per month over the course of the year."
 

- Elizabeth Stilwell, Creator of The Note Passer and Co-Founder of the Ethical Writers Coalition




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"From yeast-based synthetic spider silk to hybrid fabrics that convert solar power and movement into electricity, fashion innovation will continue to soar to new heights in the new year. But I think that more low-tech pursuits such as knitting, crocheting, and sewing will also see a resurgence, particularly in these uncertain political times, when getting down to brass tacks and working with our hands will bring a more visceral level of comfort.

I'd keep my eyes peeled, in particular, for organizations such as the Craftivist Collective, which uses the art of craft as a vehicle for "gentle activism," and Knit Aid, which provides refugees with lovingly hand-knit blankets, scarves, gloves, and hats. On a personal note, I'm currently knitting my fourth Pussyhat Project hat for the upcoming Women's March on Washington. It's easy to surrender to feelings of hopelessness, but we can rally everything we have against the tide of tyranny and hatred. There is strength in numbers, and it can begin with a single stitch."
 

- Jasmin Malik Chua, Managing Editor of Ecouterre



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"I'm excited to see Increasing alternatives to leather come to the market. Right now most faux leather 'vegan' options are plastic-based, which of course is not compostable. But with pineapple-based and even mushroom leather alternatives becoming available, I'm hoping we'll start to see more and more of them available on a larger scale!"

 

- Rachel Kibbe, Founder of Helpsy




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"Because of where I stand in the fashion space, I'm lucky to see sustainable startups launching new projects on a regular basis. The ones that I get really excited about are pushing the boundaries of branding, storytelling and marketing to say something different about what it means to be an 'ethical' and 'sustainable' apparel brand.

Some of the companies that stand out right now are Girlfriend Collective that opted out of traditional advertising and used their budget to get their product into the hands of their customers. Peche Lingerie is pushing the boundaries of the lingerie industry by making undergarments for every "body" and defying gender norms. And then there's mompreneur brand SproutFit that is challenging traditional sizing for infants and toddlers by making garments adjust as the baby grows.

If I've learned anything over the past several years working with sustainable fashion startups it's that the companies that get people excited are the ones who tell a different story. It's those unique stories that I'll be keeping my eye on this year."
 

- Shannon Lohr, Founder of Factory45




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Is there a sustainable fashion project / designer / business / technology you're excited to watch in 2017? Share this post using the buttons to the left and add a comment with your project of choice.

A big thanks to everyone who contributed and a happy new year to all.


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Shannon Whitehead Lohr is a sustainable fashion advocate and the founder of Factory45. She works with independent designers to launch clothing companies that are sustainably and ethically made in the USA. Join a growing movement of fashion changemakers here.

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Mom Lets Toddler Do Her Makeup, Results Are Unsurprisingly Hilarious

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Toddlers have a very unique vision, especially when it comes to makeup.


Mom Meredith Warfel uploaded a YouTube makeup tutorial featuring her 2-year-old daughter Quinny. Unsurprising hilarity ensues as the toddler takes a rather liberal approach to quantities. 


Warfel followed up with an equally chaotic hair tutorial that demonstrates Quinny’s special skills with brushing and styling.





As you can see, this toddler is all about the bows.


Thanks for the beauty tips, Quinny!

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