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Beauty News Junkie? Feed Your Habit on Alltop

Alltop is our new favorite website from internet superstar Guy Kawasaki. It's designed to be a "one stop shop" for any topic you're interested in, from fashion to celebrities to the environment.

In the short time since it began, beauty.alltop.com has become an irreplaceable part of our beauty news diet. Many of the Beauty Bloggerati were already there, so imagine how excited we were to find ourselves on the Alltop Beauty homepage! Not only that, but we have our own page devoted exclusively to our writers, daily-makeover.alltop.com. This is one of the easiest way to see all our expert content in one place, so be sure to bookmark it!

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Which celebrity look should Kamila get? Vote now!

Kamila before

Kamila before
Photo: Nathan Bush

Kamila is sick and tired of long, lank locks and is ready to take the plunge for a new 'do.! We're helping her out by hooking her up with Danilo, celebrity hairstylist and spokesperson for Pantene, who works with stars such as Heidi Klum and Gwen Stefani.

We uploaded Kamila's photo into the Makeover Studio to try on a few celebrity looks. Tell us which one you think is best. We'll let you know which look Danilo will create for this lucky reader!

Look A: Gwyneth Paltrow's Inverted Long Bob

Gwyneth Paltrow hair makeover look

Look B: Heidi Klum's Piece-y Shoulder-Length Hairstyle

Heidi Klum hair makeover look

Look C: Paris Hilton's Ooomphy Short Bob

Paris Hilton hair makeover look

Tell us in the comments section which look you prefer!

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Win Lancôme's Tropiques Minerale Bronzer!

Lancome Tropiques Mineral bronzer

We're giving away a compact of Lancôme's new Mineral Bronzer, Tropiques Minerale ($38)! Are you interested in winning? If so, all you have to do it "ReTweet" this message via Twitter. (Are you on Twitter? If not, why not - we are, check us out!) If you're already on Twitter, simply retweet (RT) the following message and you will automatically be entered to win!

The Message to ReTweet: RT @dailymakeover We're giving away Lancôme's new Mineral Bronzer, Tropiques Minerale! RT to enter http://bit.ly/caAFb

The contest ends Friday, 6/19/09 at noon. See the complete rules and regulations, here.

Update: @spacegrace19 won!

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Father's Day Favorites

Still not sure what to get Dad this year? Forget the boring tie and give him one of these great Father's Day grooming finds.

The Art Of Shaving Sandalwood Travel Set

The Art Of Shaving Sandalwood Travel Set
Does your Dad suffer from stubble trouble? This luxurious shaving starter kit has everything he needs for the perfect, classic barbershop shave: pre-shave oil, shaving cream, after-shave balm, a badger-hair shaving brush, razor and four extra blades, all housed in a water-resistant black leather case. Bye-bye sandpaper face!
$200
Amazon


Aveda Men Pure-Formance Grooming Traditions

Aveda Men Pure-Formance Grooming Traditions

If he thinks the only hair product worth using is his generic shampoo, show him what a good hair care routine can do with this strand-saving set. It features a scalp-balancing shampoo to moisturize and add shine, a micro-fiber texturizing clay to provide flexible hold and a wooden styling brush to detangle and lift roots for natural volume.
$42
Amazon

Zwilling Pour-Homme Three-Piece Kit

Zwilling Pour-Homme Three-Piece Kit
This three-piece precision tool set is a great way to introduce Dad to the joys of good grooming. It features nose/ear hair scissors, a folding nail clipper and a nail cleaner, all made of corrosion- and wear-resistant stainless steel.
$100
Amazon

Kapsule Woody

Kapsule Woody
For Dad's with serious style, this musky unisex fragrance is the perfect pick. Part of fashion guru Karl Lagerfeld's fragrance collection, this wood-based scent features notes of cedar, moss and plum that create a luxe, outdoorsy fragrance. The forest green square bottle is a miniature work of art, so it will be right at home on the bureau of your fashion-forward father.
$110
Neiman Marcus

Jack Black Core Collection

Jack Black Core Collection
If your Dad's usual morning routine consists of a grubby bar of soap, open his eyes to this essential collection. It features a 2-in-1 facial cleanser and toner to remove dirt and oil, conditioning shave cream that also acts as a soothing after-shave oil and a lightweight SPF moisturizer to protect and hydrate dry skin. After just one use, you can bet he won't ever go back to that gross old bar soap!
$52
Jack Black

Noah's Naturals Organics Rosemary Mint Travel Kit

Noah's Naturals Organics Rosemary Mint Travel Kit
For the eco-conscious father, this inexpensive organic travel kit is not to be missed. It contains a body wash, shampoo and conditioner enriched with organic extracts of rosemary and mint to awaken the senses and soften skin and hair, all for under $10! That's a deal that will really make Dad proud.
$9.99
Noah's Naturals

Ren Perfect Shaving Kit

Ren Perfect Shaving Kit
This six-piece kit features everything he needs to keep his face looking fab. It contains travel sizes of all the essentials: decongesting cleansing gel, exfoliating scrub, conditioning shave oil, cooling shave cream, soothing after shave balm and an anti-puffiness eye cream. He'll be the best-looking Dad on the block!
$40
Barney's


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Watch Our Amazing TV Makeover!

Rachel Hayes Daily Makeover office

We had an amazing time helping the The Morning Show With Mike & Juliet give one of their staffers a total head to toe makeover. Watch the clip!

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Take Our Wedding Beauty Survey!

Drew Barrymore veil

Is Drew Barrymore dreaming of becoming a bride
Photo: © James Devaney/WireImage.com

Are you is the midst of planning your wedding? Tell us all about it! We want to know the scoop on how you plan to whip up a gorgeous wedding hairstyle and beaming bridal makeup. Thank you!

Take this quick survey now!

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Top 7 New Sunscreens

The sun may be blazing, but with these smart sunscreen buys, we've got you covered from your nose to your toes.

Hissyfit Saving Face SPF 50+

Hissyfit Saving Face SPF 50+, $49
This multi-tasking makeup is an anti-aging cream, broad-spectrum sunscreen and foundation all rolled into one. It features Australian daisy to boost cell renewal, pomegranate and green tea to protect against free radicals, zinc oxide and titanium dioxide to shield against UV rays and shea butter, jojoba oil and wheat protein to moisturize. Wow!
Where to buy: DermStore.com

Coola LipLux

Coola LipLux, $12
This organic lip balm features SPF 15, antioxidant raspberry butter, skin-repairing avocado butter and moisturizing and softening aloe vera, shea butter and jojoba oil to keep lips protected, hydrated and healthy.
Where to buy: Amazon

Hampton Sun SPF 15 Sun Tanning Gel

Hampton Sun SPF 15 Sun Tanning Gel, $35
If you can't stand the feel of chalky, heavy sunscreens, then give this silky spray-on gel a try. It features UVA and UVB protection and is full of natural oils, aloe, vitamins and antioxidants to help condition, revitalize and nourish skin as it shields it from the sun's harmful rays.
Where to buy: Hampton Sun

Bare Escentuals BareMinerals Sun Proof Fun

Bare Escentuals BareMinerals Sun Proof Fun, $28
These eye shadows have some serious sun smarts. The four summery shades each feature micronized titanium dioxide, which provides SPF 20 protection from UVA and UVB rays. So you can create a gorgeous eyeshadow look that also protects your delicate eyelids from the sun.
Where to buy: Sephora

Clinique SPF 45 Targeted Protection Stick

Clinique SPF 45 Targeted Protection Stick, $17.50
When it comes to convenience, you just can't beat a sunscreen stick; they're easy to apply, don't require you to get your hands all goopy and are the perfect size to get delicate spots like the ears, eyes and nose. In addition to full spectrum UV protection, this little stick also has vitamin E to ward off free radicals and jojoba to help condition the skin.
Where to buy: Clinique

Aveda Sun Care Protective Hair Veil

Aveda Sun Care Protective Hair Veil, $26
Your skin isn't the only thing the sun wreaks havoc on. Exposure to UV rays causes your hair color to fade and your strands to dry out. This lightweight, water-resistant spray features UVA/UVB inhibitors derived from wintergreen and cinnamon bark oils to help protect your hair from sun exposure. It also has green tea, organic sunflower seed oil and vitamin E to defend against free radicals, plus organic shea butter, coconut and palm oils to condition and detangle without weighing down your 'do.
Where to buy: Aveda

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Doctor T's Supergoop SPF 30 Super-Spray, $24
Perfect for kids or adults with sensitive skin, this spray-on SPF 30 is made with a base of 20% aloe vera, so it both calms and soothes as it protects. It's fragrance- and irritant-free and features vitamins A, C and E to fend off aging free radicals and shield your skin from pollution.
Where to buy: SuperGoop.com

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3 Celebrity Lip Looks Worth Trying

As the weather gets warmer, I always lean towards wearing less and less makeup--for the most part. And when everything is pretty much bare on your face, a stand out lip look is an easy way to look polished and like you actually made an effort to look nice--especially on those frenetic days when primping time is hard to come by. Here are three recent celebrity looks that are stunning, super easy to pull off and can make you look put-together in a minute.

Kate Bosworth / Rihanna / Jessica Biel

Kate Bosworth's red lips
Photo: © RD / Dziekan /
Retna Digital

Jessica Biel's pink pout
Photo: © Jason Kempin /
WireImage.com

Rihanna's glossy nude mouth
Photo: © Marcel Thomas /
FilmMagic.com

Kate Bosworth's matte red lip is simple yet dramatic. Skip liner and apply a moisturizing red lipstick (so your lips won't look dry or cakey), then blot down shine with a tissue. My new fave: Chanel Hydrabase Lipstick in Fire.

Jessica Biel's cool pink lip look has shimmer and shine. Swipe on a mauve pink lipstick, then top with a matching shimmery gloss like Revlon Super Lustrous Lipgloss in Pink Whisper.

Rihanna's nude lips are anything but boring because of their high-shine finish. Line lips with a nude pencil first, then top with a flesh-toned lacquer like CoverGirl Wetslicks AmazeMint in No Care Bare. If your lips have a lot of natural pigment in them, use this tip I scooped from makeup artist Pat McGrath, P&G Global Creative Design Director: Blend a bit of concealer over them first. Yes--the same concealor you use under your eyes!

Want to see what you'd look like with a new lip look? Try some on virtually in our Makeover Studio!

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What Makes A Winning American Idol Hairstyle?

We're in the final stretch of American Idol and every little thing counts--even their hairstyle. And while last week we saw the departure of Allison Iraheta, the last woman standing, I always find it interesting how a contestant's hairstyle (even for guys) affects the final results. While a major set of pipes should be the most important feature by which a contestant is judged, their hair can have a major impact on who we really wind up rooting for. "If you listen to them sing without seeing them, you might not vote for them," says the show's hairstylist Raissa Patton. So what exactly is it about a hairstyle that can make a contestant "sound" better? We've boiled it down to the following points:

Past Winning American Idol Hairstyles

American Idol winning hairstyles

Kelly Clarkson
Photo: © Sara De Boer/
Retna Ltd.

Jordin Sparks
Photo: © Jon Kopaloff/
FilmMagic.com

Carrie Underwood
Photo: © Sara De Boer/
Retna Ltd.

1) The likability factor. A soft, approachable hairstyle can potentially help make someone like you more. "The goal is to have hair that makes someone think 'Wow, I can be friends with her'," says Patton. "Bangs have worked with all of the contests because it makes them look softer. It's less severe than all one-length styles and more casual and approachable."

2) Encouraging eye contact. "Some contestants want so show their eyes to let viewers in," says Patton. Defined hairstyles that are swept away from the face let people make contact with your eyes, thus enhancing the overall emotional connection. On the flip side, a mop top that's draped over your eyes can be alienating.

3) Hair that moves is more trustworthy. "Watching someone's hair move when they're performing, instead of it being hard and stiff, makes you feel like they are more genuine," says Patton. The healthier your hair is, the more shiny and flexible it is. She tells all the Idols to use Garnier Fructis Shampoo and Conditioner. Her other secret weapon: FHI Heat Do More: Water Flat Iron, $120. "It has a narrow heating pad so you can use it to make waves, flip the ends out, or make it all straight," says Patton.

Want to give yourself a virtual American Idol hair makeover? Try on past and present Idol styles in American Idol Look Book now!

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The New Must-Try Minx Manicure

Minx Nails

Check out this brand new manicure called Minx. It's not regular nail polish, but these extremely thin film-like stickers that make your nails look like they were dipped in liquid metal. You have to go to a pro to the Minx, and we went to one of NYC's top manicurists,  Honey. She's on the speed dial of celebrities and has been dishing out Minx jobs since it first came on to the nail scene a few months ago. Now, bling-loving stars like Beyonce are rockin' this metallic nail look on stage--and this summer, I guarantee that you'll see it on the fingers and toes of your most adventurous beauty junkie friends.

We have more details about this trend coming up in our summer beauty feature launching later this month, but wanted to give you a sneak peek first.

Stay tuned!

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