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Reader question: How do I camo my Eagle? (In other words: my face is lighter than my neck—help!)

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Posted on Friday, January 21/2011

My goodness, it’s been a while since we did a reader question around here. But after this week’s Golden Globes coverage—and seeing how y’all were so delighted to engage in a bit of... > continue reading

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BAD-HAIR-BABY

Reader question: How do I grow out my botched, overly layered haircut?

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Posted on Wednesday, November 10/2010

Despite the image I’ve chosen to go with this post, today’s topic doesn’t actually have to do with kids’ haircuts—although I’m sure we all have at least one childhood haircut-related horror story. (In... > continue reading

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So you want to be a beauty editor? Here’s my advice…

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Posted on Friday, October 15/2010

Okay, so I know this photo is from The Devil Wears Prada, which is about fashion people (who are, for the record, far more intimidating than any beauty person you will meet). And... > continue reading

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Reader question: How do I apply eyeshadow and eyeliner under my eyes without looking like I’ve been up all night?

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Posted on Thursday, October 14/2010

Tell me if this has ever happened to you. You’re getting ready for a night out, maybe playing a few tunes, doin’ your eye makeup all smoky and stuff. (And really—isn’t this, more... > continue reading

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Reader question: Can you recommend a good liquid foundation?

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Posted on Thursday, September 30/2010

It’s been a while since we’ve done a reader question—fashion week and TIFF have been hogging all the attention lately! But in the past week, not one but two readers asked about liquid... > continue reading

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Reader question: Are there any chemical-free nail polishes that won’t harm my nails?

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Posted on Friday, September 3/2010

Wow, GREAT question, “Pr”: Hi, are there any nail polishes that are actually good for your nails and wont harm them, I really want something free of chemicals that wont harm my nails.... > continue reading

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(Million-dollar) reader question: Is there a difference between salon and drugstore hair products?

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Posted on Tuesday, August 24/2010

Oh boy. Reader Kate really cut to the chase with this question, didn’t she: [A]s far as using a good shampoo and conditioner for damage, do you find there is a big difference... > continue reading

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Reader question: My feet are dry and cracked. How can I get the smooth, supple tootsies I desire?

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Posted on Tuesday, August 10/2010

I didn’t make this email up. I swear: Dear Beauty Editor, I have dry, cracked feet from wearing flip flops all the time and from running. What products can I use to give... > continue reading

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Reader question: How do I stop my sunscreen (or any other skin product) from balling up and pilling on my face?

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Posted on Wednesday, July 28/2010

Ever had this problem? So did reader T., who had this question after I wrote my sunscreen slacker post last week (go back and read it if you hate sunscreen!): I’ve been having... > continue reading

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Twestion time: How can I get fuller eyebrows (like Jessica Stam)?

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Posted on Friday, July 2/2010

Time for another Twestion! My pal A. writes, via Twitter: @Beauty_Editor have you seen this look on Jessica Stam? http://bit.ly/a8eo1y love the big brows, can you do a post on brow powders/pencils? You ask... > continue reading

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