Want Shiny, Sexy Hair? We'll Help You Get It

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Want Shiny, Sexy Hair? We'll Help You Get It

Experts share the lowdown on how to maximize your hair's health


Want Shiny, Sexy Hair? We'll Help You Get It

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These 12 tricks will help you to say goodbye to breakage, flyaways and lackluster hair -- for good.

Get tips


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Too Faced Glamour Gloss Review, Swatches and Product Pictures


Too Faced Glamour Gloss is a collection of 12 gorgeous super-shine lip glosses that just about anyone can wear. They are loaded with lots of shine too. The texture is a bit sticky and the consistency is a little thick but I can live with it. These glosses are long-wearing, offering full color coverage on the lips. The formula is said to provide the plumping results of Lip Injection with a sensual cooling sensation. I personally love the cool tingling sensation that this gloss imparts to my lips. Now you won't get Angelina Jolie's lips but it does have the ability to give you a somewhat plumping effect. I also love the yummy vanilla or sugar cookie scent.

Tickle Me, Strip Tease and Flirt are the three shades I tried.
See the swatches and product pictures after the jump.





Tickle Me is a pinky peach shade on my pigmented lips. It also happens to be my favorite of the three and the one I reach for the most.
Flirt is a pink mocha.
Strip Tease is a cool icy raspberry.

Which shades do you like?
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Weekend Beauty Reads from The Beauty Blog Network


StyleBell uncovers the do's and don'ts for Japanese, Brazilian, and Keratin straightening treatments.

Phyrra shows you the newest collection from Aromaleigh, Victoria's Revenge. If you like steampunk, you'll love this collection!

The Makeup Divas reviews more of the MAC To The Beach Collection and shares two inspirational makeup looks.

Enter for a chance to win Clearly Beautiful Collagen Eye Mask, LashFood Drama Mascara & Le Baby Hair Gel at Beauty and Personal Grooming.
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11 Expert Hair Tricks

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11 Expert Hair Tricks

Get insider-y secrets from hair gurus on how to get salon-fabulous hair at home


11 Expert Hair Tricks

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Follow these expert hair tricks and you'll look like you just walked out of the salon … every time you walk out your front door.

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Quiz: What's Your Ideal Skin Care Routine?

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Quiz: What's Your Ideal Skin Care Routine?

See which regimen will keep signs of aging at bay


Quiz: What's Your Ideal Skin Care Routine?

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Do you mindlessly put on the same ol' beauty products day and night? Take this quiz to see which cleansers, moisturizers, etc. are best for you -- then make the switch.

Take quiz


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Giveaway: The Urban Cowgirl 5 Minutes To Gorgeous Kit

CONTEST CLOSED


GIVEAWAY EXTENDED TO:
Wednesday June 9th @ 8pm EST

Winner: Malca j #159



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Urban Cowgirl Launches a NEW Website Offering Exciting Products, Tips, Trends and the Giddi-Up Lounge!™



Urban Cowgirl®, the authority for on-the-go and looking fabulous, has been embracing the diversity of women since its inception in 2002 with a full range of beauty, skincare and lifestyle products that seamlessly blend beauty with your real life. In the true spirit of female duality with an on-the-go mentality for beauty and life, Urban Cowgirl proudly announces the launch of the brand’s new website (www.urbancowgirl.com)

Enter the giveaway after the jump.



The Urban Cowgirl has teamed up with TMD to offer you a chance to win one of their NEW 5 Minutes to Gorgeous Kit ($88). Here is what ONE lucky winner will receive:

Kit includes:

* Concealer/Foundation: Baby Face, Almond Joy, Cafe’ Ole,
* Blush/Bronzer with mini Kabuki 1 of 3 different tones: Absolutely Peachy, Sassy, Happy Trails Bronzer.
* EyeBling Trio with brush: liner , brow, and shadow all in one!
* Mascara in Black
* WhipStick™ lip gloss in a Lush, SkinnyDip or Lush.

A special THANKS to Urbancowgirl.com for sponsoring this giveaway!
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Please read these Rules before entering this giveaway.

PRIZE: (1)5 Minutes to Gorgeous Kit
OPEN TO: USA residents only.

To Enter:

MANDATORY
1. To enter contestants must visit URBANCOWGIRL and choose the shade that you would like to win, then report back here leaving a comment telling me the shade you chose.

ANONYMOUS USERS PLEASE NOTE: If you are going to post as ANONYMOUS then please leave your email address in your comment so I can contact you if you are the winner.

2. For Extra Entries do any or all of the following:(leave separate comments for each you do)

  • Tweet this post @themakeupdivas on twitter. Provide the link in your comment.(1 entry)
    You can tweet once a day for the duration of the contest. Leave a comment with your status for each tweet.

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  • Grab my button and post it on your blog.(leave 2 separate comments with your link)2 entries.

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  • Become a follower or email subscriber of The Makeup Divas. If you are currently a follower/subscriber let me know in the comments what option you chose to follow The Makeup Divas. (example: I follow via Facebook, Google Reader etc or I subscribe via email. If you subscribe via email you must activate your feedburner subscription. (1 entry)


Winners must respond within a timely manner (48 hours) or the prize is forfeit and a new winner will be selected.
By entering this contest you are giving The Makeup Divas permission to forward your contact information to the company sponsoring this giveaway to arrange for delivery of prize/prizes.
Contest closes June 6th, 2010 @8PM EST. One winner will be randomly chosen by Random.org and announced here on this blog and contacted via email.
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Pantene Winner Announced LIVE AD!

After weeks of submission videos, test shoots and interviews Pantene has announced the World’s First Reality Hair Star!

Marissa Hopson, a 24 year old journalism student was named the winner of the Pantene contest in a LIVE ad on Tuesday night. Marissa was surprised with the news at her home in Ft. Lauderdale, FL where she starred in the ad alongside Pantene Spokesperson, Stacy London.

Below is a clip of the LIVE ad and a look back at Marissa’s rise to become Pantene’s First Reality Hair Star!
*Pantene Live Ad 5/25 (Marissa is announced as the winner): Pantene Live Beauty Ad 5.25.10.wmv
*Marissa/Final Winner Video: MarissaFinalistRev_768K3_Stream.wmv
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Kardashian™ Glamour Tan

THE KARDASHIAN SISTERS INTRODUCE SIGNATURE SELF-TANNING GEL EXCLUSIVLEY AT SEPHORA
Debut Product Is Part of the Upcoming Kardashian Beauty Line



Perfectly pigmented and flawlessly tanned, Kim Kardashian, Kourtney Kardashian and Khloé Kardashian Odom today unveil their signature self-tanning gel, Kardashian™ Glamour Tan, the first release from their upcoming Kardashian™ Beauty line.

“My sisters and I are all about getting the perfect tan without harming our skin,” said Kim Kardashian. “We’re always on the lookout for the best self-tanner so we thought we’d create the perfect formula and share it with everyone.”

Kardashian™ Glamour Tan is an easily applied, clear, moisturizing self-tanning gel. Designed to produce the appearance of a golden sun-kissed tan within 24 hours of application, the non-streaking, non-staining formula is packed with protective antioxidants, and vitamins C, E & D to keep skin healthy and moisturized. Glamour Tan is the only self-tanner available containing Imudulin, a key ingredient responsible for stimulating vitamin D synthesis which can aid in lessening the look of lines and wrinkles.



Application Tips: For optimal results Glamour Tan should be applied to clean skin and left to dry for 20 minutes before dressing. A natural-looking tan will develop over the next few hours, achieving full results within 24 hours. Reapply to the face and body every two to three days or as needed. Wash hands after each use.

Glamour Tan by Kardashian Beauty is available now exclusively at Sephora stores nationwide and sephora.com


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9 Office-Friendly Hairstyles

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9 Office-Friendly Hairstyles

Look put-together for work by copying these stars' styles


9 Office-Friendly Hairstyles

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The best part about these hairstyles? They can be done in minutes.

See hairstyles


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ESTÉE LAUDER INTRODUCES PURE COLOR NIGHT


Limited Edition Makeup Collection created by Tom Pecheux, Creative Makeup Director,
Estée Lauder. Available Exclusively in Paris

“I wanted to create the iconic French makeup look; the black smokey eye, dewy skin and kissable lip.”
Tom Pecheux, Creative Makeup Director, Estée Lauder






Pure Color Ombre Effect EyeShadow in Naughty Black creates a smokey eye with smoldering impact. Featuring a textured trio of matte, shimmer and sparkle, these dramatic black/ brown shades can be used alone or together. $20.00

Pure Color Luminous Powder is an incredibly refined and lightweight powder with a luxurious creamy texture. The Highlight shade adds a sensual glow to skin making it look young, healthy and dewy. $40.00

Pure Color Lip Gelée in Kiss Me saturates lips with a nude rose tint, giving the mouth a just-bitten wet look. Water-like high shine polymers amplify the glass like finish, ensuring a coveted seductive pout. $20.00

The Pure Color Night Collection is housed in chic, blackened-blue packaging with the Estée Lauder cartouche engraved on each lid.

This chic limited edition collection announces the exciting collaboration between Tom Pecheux and Estée Lauder. Available for a limited time, beginning May 2010, in Paris at Bon Marché Rive Gauche, Galeries Lafayette Haussmann and Printemps Haussmann. Limited quantities will be available in New York at Bergdorf Goodman and in London at Selfridges Oxford Street.

Limited availability exclusively at Bergdorf Goodman in New York City in June 2010.

Prices are suggested retail.
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25 Irresistibly Cute Products

We just had to have these products -- and you'll want them too

25 Irresistibly Cute Products
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Not only are these products too cute to leave on a store shelf, they are also well liked for the benefits they offer by TotalBeauty.com readers. See, we don't only care about what's on the outside.
TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 7.5

We couldn't resist MAC's limited-edition Give Me Liberty of London collection …
TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 8.5

With its baby yellow powder and milk bottle-shaped glass, this bath milk couldn't be cuter.
TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 8.5

"This nail polish has won me over, and it wasn't just the cute ring that sealed the deal …"
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NARS Names Francelle Daly As New Makeup Artist!

INTRODUCING FRANCELLE DALY
NARS’ NEW NATIONAL MAKEUP ARTIST


Francelle Daly, one of fashion’s rising makeup artists, is bringing her trademark skills and techniques to NARS Cosmetics. As NARS’ National Makeup Artist (a newly created position), she will fuse her love of NARS with her passion for creativity throughout various outlets including backstage at fashion week, via editorials in top-tier magazines, and with celebrity clients.

“I’m thrilled to be working with NARS,” says Francelle, who will begin her collaboration this month with NARS. “I’ve been an admirer of François Nars for so long and have always been impressed by the quality and pigment in the colors. I’m very excited to have the opportunity to contribute to such an iconic brand.”

Francelle’s passion for painting has attributed to her natural talent as a makeup artist. Represented by Art + Commerce (who also represents Diane Kendal, Gucci Westman, James Kaliardos and Peter Phillips), Francelle’s impressive technical ability and exuberant presence have made her one of the most sought-after young artists in the beauty and fashion industry.

Francelle has worked with notable photographers including Karl Lagerfeld, Terry Richardson, Ellen von Unwerth, Jean-Baptiste Mondino, and Ryan McGinley. Her editorial portfolio spans a vast variety with her work having graced the pages of Vogue, Elle, Harper’s Bazaar, Dazed & Confused, i-D, Interview, Love, Numero, Pop, Purple, V Magazine and Vanity Fair.

“I’m very excited to welcome Francelle to the team. Her fearless use of color and ability to create unique and captivating looks while embracing individuality makes her the perfect fit for NARS,” says François Nars, Founder and Creative Director of NARS Cosmetics.

Aside from the above mentioned responsibilities, Francelle will make in-store appearances and work closely with NARS’ team of Makeup Artists. Stay updated through Twitter and Facebook for a chance to meet Francelle at an upcoming NARS event. To see more of Francelle’s work, check out her portfolio.
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Get V Star Laura Vandervoort's Look

Get ”V” star Laura Vandervoort’s look from the Maxim Hot 100 Party!

For her appearance at the Maxim Hot 100 list party, makeup artist Brett Freedman and starlet Laura Vandervoort had a true artist/muse collaboration. As opposed to going the predictable, over-the-top sexy route, the “V” actress opted for a slightly more demure look.


(click on the image to enlarge it)


Check out the details below to get her edgy, yet classic Hollywood look for your next night out!



FOUNDATION:
  • Brett set the stage for Laura’s gorgeous makeup with LORAC Natural Performance #3 foundation to give her skin a slight honey hue. Too pale and he felt she would look low watt against the dress and too dark would have been a bit too modern.

  • Laura had a healing blemish. Can you spot it? Not after Brett dabbed on a little magic in a tube Clea de Peau concealer in Beige. Instantly flawless.

  • For a dewy, natural finish, he used a dusting of DermaMinerals On-the-Go face powder.


BROWS:

  • To give Laura's arches uber arch and extension Brett defined not just her brows but he cheated a touch above them using Vanitymark Ultra-Brow powder in Blondie. This gives that classic Hollywood glamour brow.


EYES:

  • Brett used MAC Wedge to define her crease. He blended up into her brow on the inner side to really recess the crease so the lid pops. With a small, flat brush he applied MAC Nylon on her brow bone and tear duct areas to give a pop of shimmer. A great way to add depth to eyes.

  • Brett applied 5 coats (yes 5!) to Laura's top lashes with L’Oreal Voluminous. He curled before the first coat and after the 5th to create the ultimate Marilyn-like sweep. He did just one very light coat to the bottom lash line. You just want a little definition on the bottom. Keep the attention on top.


LIPS:

  • Brett used Givenchy Lip Color in Ardent Red for her lips. It's a fresh feeling satin finish and nice little break from gloss.


EVERYWHERE:

  • When you’re dressed to kill, don’t forget about the rest of your exposed skin! Brett used champagne hued body glistening spray, Vanitymark Shimmerskin, which gives the skin what he likes to call 'The new car finish'. Photographs beautifully!


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The Beauty Hall of Shame

See which celebs we've deemed beauty train wrecks

The Beauty Hall of Shame
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Though we love Amy Winehouse's voice and applaud Cher for constantly pushing the fashion and beauty envelope, we can't help but declare them (and others) total beauty disasters. This doesn't mean that these ladies can't land on a "best" list in the future, they just haven't ever come close yet.
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Winner Of The Imedeen Giveaway

Congratulations to:
Steph, you are the winner of the Imedeen Giveaway!!


Thanks to all of you who entered this giveaway. :)
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La Mer Goes Blue


La Mer is proud to announce the fifth anniversary of its partnership with Oceana, the world’s leading international ocean advocacy organization. To celebrate, La Mer has created a limited-edition 100 ml World Oceans Day “blue” Crème de la Mer jar and will make a $200,000 donation to Oceana. A classic icon of beauty since its creation –



the Crème de la Mer jar will “go blue” for World Oceans Day 2010, marking the first time any change has ever been made to the look of its symbolic jar since originally designed by Dr. Max Huber. La Mer President Maureen Case explains, “The heritage of our brand is really founded in the classic emblem of our signature product, Crème de la Mer. Historically, La Mer has never made any alterations to the original jar, logo, color or design created by Dr. Max Huber until now. We are so proud to do so in celebration of this five-year partnership with Oceana as it harkens back to the core of what La Mer is all about – The Sea.” The limited-edition 100 ml “blue” Crème de la Mer jar is available in limited quantities and will be sold globally in the month of June in celebration of World Oceans Day.

World Oceans Day

Created in 1992 and made official by the United Nations in 2009, World Oceans Day takes place annually on June 8th and is a day to recognize the sea’s importance as a vital ecosystem and take action to preserve its delicate habitats and wildlife. With over 300,000 members in 150 countries, Oceana’s science-based policies have greatly reduced over-fishing and protected threatened marine habitats.

For more information about World Oceans Day and the partnership between La Mer and Oceana, please visit www.lamer.com/oceana.

La Mer’s limited-edition 100 ml World Oceans Day Crème de la Mer will be available at select Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman and www.lamer.com beginning in May 2010.

Suggested Retail Price: $310

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Bobbi's Beach Club Collection June 2010


Shy About Shimmer?
Give Us 5 Minutes. We’ll Make You Glow.
“I’m always inspired by how happy and healthy people look on the beach. Nothing says summer to me like pretty, glowing skin and shimmering lids.” – Bobbi Brown


Introducing Bobbi’s Beach Club Collection which features everything you need to get gleaming skin and iridescent lids.

Beach Shimmer Brick, Limited Edition
Hand-made in Italy, Bobbi’s new Beach Shimmer Brick compact features five bars of warm, pearlized shimmer to create a beautiful seaside glow. Run the Face Blender Brush across all five shades and lightly dust over cheeks and forehead, or wear just one shade on your eyes for subtle glimmer.
Price: $38.00







Metallic Long-Wear Cream Shadows, New
Our award-winning formula now available in glistening pastels from ocean blue to oyster pink. For a sheer effect, blend on lids with your fingers. For a more dramatic look, add another layer or wear on top of your favorite shadow for soft shimmer. Stays color-true and crease-free all day. New shades include: Moonstone, Opal, Surf and Pink Oyster.
Price: $22.00

Shore Long-Wear Cream Shadow, New
A soft matte beige perfect for a look that’s just one notch up from natural, Shore Long-Wear Cream Shadow will stay color-true and crease-free all day.
Price: $22.00

Clear Treatment Lip Shine SPF 15, New
A lightweight, soft shine lipstick that doubles as a rejuvenating treatment, Treatment Lip Shine SPF 15 instantly comforts dry, chapped lips and provides long-term moisturization with natural Cocoa and Shea Butters, Jojoba, Apricot Kernel and Avocado Oils. Peptides, along with Vitamin C and Paracress, stimulate collagen production to reduce fine lines and wrinkles while SPF 15 helps prevent sun damage.
Price: $22.00

Bobbi’s Beach Club will be available in June 2010 from www.bobbibrowncosmetics.com.

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Celebrity Makeup Artist Taylor Chang-Babaian Eye Makeup Book: STYLE EYES


STYLE EYES: Eye Makeup for Every Age (Perigee; August 2010; 978-0-399-53596-3) is a makeup book that gives women the tools they need to create beautiful eyes and brows with step-by-step instructions and stunning color photos. It is also the only makeup book to focus exclusively on eye make-up for women of all ages and ethnicities. Chang-Babaian will teach women how to:



* Identify and use common eye makeup products and tools
* Create the perfect frame for eyes by grooming eyebrows appropriately
* Identify the best techniques and shades for certain eye shapes and colors
* Create the perfect look for day, evening, work, or play
* Learn the best looks for every age and situation, from wearing glasses to achieving an eyelift and erasing lines without surgery.


Her extensive body of work spans the celebrity, fashion, magazine, advertising, film, music, and television industries. She has worked with such celebrities as Adrien Brody, Nelly Furtado, Ken Watanabe, Michelle Rodriguez, Paula Abdul, and Virginia Madsen. Chang-Babaian’s previous book, Asian Faces (Perigee 2007), featured a forward by Yoko Ono.

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Perfect Your Job Interview Style

Want to beat out the competition? Follow these tips

Perfect Your Job Interview Style
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The job market is tough, we don't need to tell you that. What we can tell you is how to look perfectly put-together when you go in for that interview. Follow these guidelines and you're sure to win them over.
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Giveaway Ending Soon!



Just a quick reminder: The Imedeen Giveaway is ending tonight at 8PM EST. So if you haven't entered yet, you still have time!
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Tokidoki...Presented Exclusively at Sephora


Dare to Be Dangerously Delighted
Introducing tokidoki…Presented Exclusively at Sephora


With summer just around the corner, it’s time to add a pop of color to your palette! Whether you are an au naturel gal or glam goddess, the new criminally cute tokidoki collection exclusively at Sephora has you covered with the hottest shades of the season. From shimmering bronzer to long-lasting lip stains and eye-popping shadows, the collection offers all you need to create an irresistibly edgy new look!

Add a little mischief to your makeup bag with these colorful must-haves:

· NEW! tokidoki Perfetto Eyeliner ($16) – Channel your inner artist and draw a temporary tattoo on the skin or expertly line the eyes with this innovative chisel-tipped liquid liner. Available in eight bold shades.




· NEW! tokidoki Fantastico Lip Stain ($15) – This unique marker pen applicator will provide lips with intense color for all-day wear.



· NEW! tokidoki Luminosa Powder ($22) – Achieve a luminescent, radiant glow with this highlighting powder.



· NEW! tokidoki Cromatico Eyeshadow ($15) – Housed in signature tokidoki heart and crossbones packaging, these high-pigment shadows layer beautifully for a velvety finish. Available in 16 shades and multiple textures.



· NEW! tokidoki Brillante Glitter Eyeliner ($14) – Make your eyes sparkle with these vibrant, glitter-infused pencil liners. Available in 14 vivid shades.



· NEW! tokidoki Prisma Lip Gloss ($15) – Add sexy shine to lips with this non-sticky, moisturizing formula in a sweet blueberry flavor.

PRISMA LIP GLOSS IN BURGER


· NEW! tokidoki Inferno Bronzer ($22) – A shimmering bronzer gives your face a glowing, warm color that looks stunning solo or over makeup.



Blend art and beauty for a criminally chic look with the new tokidoki collection available exclusively at Sephora stores, by calling 1-877-Sephora or by logging onto Sephora.com.

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Should You Have Your Hair Relaxed?

The answers to a few quick qs will tell all

Should You Have Your Hair Relaxed?
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Have you been considering smoothing out those curls? Before you take the plunge, make sure that a relaxing treatment is right for you.
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