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Hair Serum

If you have tons of fly aways.. What you need is moisture. For starters, go easy on hair spray — the alcohol in it will dry out your hair even more. Instead, rub a few drops of hair serum through damp strands to lock in moisture and create a barrier against fly aways.
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Hip Tip - Sexy Bed Head

After a night of love making... you don't want him to wake up next to a monster. So here is a great way to the fix your dew so you still look super sexy.  Make a off center poof, which you can do sans mirror.  Make a low ponytail behind one ear, then on the last loop, pull hair through partway to form a messy bun. He will think you looked just as hot the next day and you may even get a repeat.
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Hip Tip - Clean Your Ring

You told him if he likes it then he better put a ring on it...And he did.
But now you have to keep that Bling sparkling and you can't keep running to the jewelry store to have it professionally cleaned.
So a great way to clean your rings is tooth paste. Get a tooth brush specifically for cleaning your jewelry... any kind of standard tooth brush will do.
Smother your rings in toothpaste and brush it just like you would your teeth. You will be shocked at how dazzling your diamonds will look by using this common house hold item.
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Hip Tip - Sexy Smooth Legs

If you are looking for the smoothest, sexiest legs possible, there is one thing you need to stop doing IMMEDIATELY.
Stop using soap as a lubricant to shave your legs.  Most of us do this and don't realize we are doing the worst thing possible for our legs because shaving opens your pours, letting the soap in to dry them out.
So use shaving cream!! It doesn't have to be fancy... Use your mans shaving cream if you want
and then before you even leave the bathroom, moisturize your legs with a fregarance free lotion.
Follow these simple guidelines and you will have flawlessly hot legs!
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Hip Tip - Greasy Hair

So you have greasy hair.  It’s OK to admit…. It happens to everybody from time to time. Maybe it’s something you deal with regularly or maybe just every once in a while... Either way, it’s not something that can be ignored. Using loose powder, anything from powder foundation to baby powder, will work miracles and help mop up any oil in your strands. You want to be moderate with the amount of powder you are using of course. Its a little tip that can make a world of difference…  
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Hip Tip - Chest Acne

So you have a bunch of cute low cut tops but you just broke out on your chest... what are you gonna do? Here’s the solution: Crush two aspirin tablets, and mix them with a drop of water and a drop of honey to create a paste. Apply the paste to the affected spot, and leave it on for 10 minutes before rinsing with cool water. If you need extra coverage, then you can always use an oil-free concealer or powder. You will look totally flawless and totally hot!
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Secret To Touching up Your Mascara

If you ever feel like you want to touch up your mascara, but you don’t want your eyes to look clumpy the best thing to do is to invest in disposable mascara applicators. They are super cheap and you get a lot less mascara on the wand. This way are touching up just the ends of you lashes, which give you just the touch you need to look fresh and fabulous!
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Cleaning your Make-up Brushes

So you spent a small fortune on make up brushes. And that's good because your brushes can make or break your make up routine. But it's important to keep them clean. So here's what you should do. Wash them once a month, but it's important NOT to use hand soap. The detergents in hand soap are harsh and can strip the brushes. Instead, use a drop of baby shampoo to create a little lather, then rinse and air-dry. It’s a very simple way to make sure your brushes stand the test of time!
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Mood Nail Polish

Remember mood rings from the '80s? Well, now there's a mood nail polish, which changes colors depending on how you feel. It works based on your body temp (when you're calm, your body is cooler and when you're worked up, your body is hotter) and changes color depending on how hot you are. You can get it at Walgreens and CVS, and it is a fun beauty tip that will hopefully improve your mood.
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Hip Tip - Just Bitten Lip Stain

If you are a twihard and you want a Twilight inspired look, Revlon’s Just Bitten is really hot! It’s a marker-like lip stain, and the color is a bold fuscia, you don't need to use a lip liner with it and it isn't sticky like gloss. You can snag it at CVS and probably any other drug store and its under 10 bucks. So whether you are team Edward or team Jacob, this is the perfect look to get attention from Vampires and werewolves.
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Perfect Penciled Eyebrows

So you over waxed or over plucked your eye brows. How do you fill it in with out making your brows look completely drawn on? First, pick a pencil that matches your brow color. Fill in the entire brow, not just bald spots — this is key to making sure everything blends together. Then fix extra thin areas (like where your outer brow connects to the arch) with more pencil. Finish by feathering out the color. Brush a clean mascara wand through each brow in short strokes to diffuse any harsh lines. You will fix the problem... and no one will be the wiser!
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Hip Tip - Teal Nail Polish

This summer’s color is TEAL. Teal everything! Low wasted gypsy skirts, jewelry, and even nail polish. Teal nail polish is huge right now. It looks great on everyone, and it even enhances your tan. It’s best to use it on your toes exclusively. You can use it on your finger nails but it is a VERY bold color for your hands, so keep that in mind. It is a must have item that no girl should live with out!
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Ponytail Wrap

We all know that scrunchies are a thing of the past, and if you didn’t know… you know now! But sometimes even a miss matched hair band can take away from the perfect hair do. So, hide it with hair. Style your hair in a pony tail, split part, straight back, little bump, doesn’t matter. Then, from the back side of the pony tail grab about a half inch of hair and wrap it around you hair tie. Then smooth it with lots of hair spray. With two bobby pins, pin it down under the pony tail so the pins are hidden. This is very chic look that takes VERY little work!
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Cuticle Oil

Having beautiful nails is more than just choosing the right nail polish. It’s very important to take care of your hands especially your cuticles. Rough and dry cuticles can completely take away from a great manicure. That’s why cuticle oil should be a part of every girl’s beauty regimen. It’s really in expensive and you can get it at literally ANY drug store. It’s usually just a few bucks… you can spend more if you want but the results are the same. Wash your hands in warm water before you go to bed and massage the oil into your skin. You will notice healthy looking nails over night.
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14 Karat Gold Tanning Lotion

You wouldn’t believe how tan I am right now. I can safely say this is the darkest I have ever been. Why? Because I recently started using 14 Karat Gold tanning lotion, and it has made me twice as dark and the tan really lasts. Now when I say dark, I of course mean dark for me (pale, redhead)…So if you are someone who doesn’t struggle to darken up as much as I do then this lotion is going to make you look amazing. I get mine at California Sun Centers and I returned the empty bottle of my last lotion and got $10 off, but you can also find it online at the-tanning-store.com. You will be blown away at how flawless and fabulous your beautiful skin looks!
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Keep Your Legs Smooth with Conditioner

Today’s hip tip sounds a little silly but it works and it’s free. Now that it’s officially shorts season, dry skin on your legs is NOT an option. But if you run out of lotion, or am like me and can’t put lotion on after shaving because you have really sensitive skin. A great way to have silky smooth legs is to use your hair conditioner. It really is that easy. Shave your legs, then use your conditioner as you would your lotion. Then rinse it off and your done. Your legs will feel as great as they look!
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Virtual Makeover

Have you thought about changing your hair or maybe you want to try a new make up trend. If you want a change but are a little nervous about taking the plunge, try a virtual make over. I found a really fun site that is pretty accurate. It’s realbeauty.com… Like other virtual make over sites you upload your picture and then try different looks, but this site shows you a much more natural look… not cartoonish or pixilated, so why risk it. Log onto realbeauty.com and discover a brand new fabulous you!
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Velcro Rollers

If you love using Velcro curlers to add volume to your hair, here is a tip that will give you way more volume and sex appeal. Towel dry your hair then mist a leave-in conditioner on your ends followed by a volummizer all over. Flip your head over and start blow-drying your roots while pulling them away from your scalp with your fingers, then dry the rest of your hair until it’s slightly damp. With your hair slightly damp, put in the Velcro rollers in and blow dry the rest until its 100% dry. Your hair will be big, beautiful, and full of life.
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Hip Tip - Mystic Tan

I have been perfecting the art of Mystic Tan and I think it’s time for me to share my findings. It’s all about the details. After you mystic tan, you need to get a good pat down ritual; Start with your ankles and move your way up your leg. Remember always go from bottom to top then get your arms (forearms and under arms are some of the most difficult parts). Then do your neck and the rest of your body. This is the best way to get a flawless Mystic Tan that makes you look perfect!
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Hip Tip - Gold

It’s all about the Roman goddess this summer. Obviously tunic dresses and roman sandals are huge right now, but this summer you need to embrace gold! Gold looks amazing on tan bare skin and you can also add gold into your make-up regimen. Gold eye shadow comes in so many tones that it is perfect for any skin type. Do your entire eyelid in gold and then add green to the crease to add some definition. It will give you a perfect summer glow, fit for royalty.
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Hip Tip- Ulta Lash Extension

I have been having an eyelash crisis for the past few weeks. For some reason I felt like no matter what mascara I used, I had short stumpy lashes. Then I tried Ulta’s Lash Extension. And at first I was so skeptical because it has a super skinny brush, but my lashes look SO long. Now I have to warn you, it goes on REALLY wet. So you have to do that thing where you don’t open your eyes to wide and you don’t close them to tight or you’ll get mascara everywhere. But beyond that it’s the best mascara I’ve ever used. Ulta brand Lash extension. You’ll have super long and super lovely lashes, all day and all night.
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Hip Tip - Pedicure File

You know how your feet feel AMAZING after you’ve had a pedicure, so soft that you almost feel lighter. Well, most of us can’t get a pedicure every day, but there is a way to feel like you have. If you get a really good pedicure file and use it EVERY TIME you shower, not some times, not when you think about it, but every time! Your feel wont build up that thick layer of skin on your heals that you get especially when you are walking around in bare feet during the summer. I use the Opi, pedicure foot file which is a little pricey... but its SO worth it. It’s a must have item for sandal season!
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Mederma Stretch Mark Therapy

Ok, most of us have stretch marks. If your a mom you might have them almost every where and even if your not, we have all found a stretch mark or 5 on our thighs, hips, stomach or even, boobs. Its ok to admit it, I’m right there with you. I finally caved and tried Mederma Stretch mark therapy and I am SO happy I did. I actually wore a bikini this weekend... not a tankini a real bikini, and sure you could see some over my stretch marks but they were SO much lighter. You can get it at CVS or mederma.com. It’s a super small investment that will make a world of difference!
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Hip Tip - Shape Your Style

Ok... summer is literally JUST around the corner, so now is when the panic usually kicks in. You want to choose a bathing suit but you don’t know what the perfect suit is for YOUR body? Well don’t stress. Just go to ShapeYourStyle.com... It gives you a breakdown of which bathing suits look best on what figures and shapes and even includes explanation as to why. It also tells you what styles to stay far, far away from. So before you hit the mall, go in with a plan and know exactly what you are looking for; It’s the perfect way to avoid the bathing suit blues.
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Hip Tip - Smoky Eyes

If you’re having a night out, a great smoky look for your eyes requires dark brown and dark blue eye shadows. It may sound a little odd, but stay with me… Put a cream colored based on your lids, then light lightly brush the brown from eyelash to crease. Finally, heavily add a midnight blue in the crease. This will give you great dimension without detracting from your beautiful eye color. With this tip, you will be a show-stopping, head-turning, and ready for any occasion.
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Hip Tip - Dazzle Dry

You love painting your nails. Who doesn’t? But the worst part of painting your own nails is how quickly they chip, especially if you are a super active chick or mom. I have finally found a product that will keep your polish looking flawless for twice as long. It’s called Dazzle Dry top coat and base coat. It actually dries your nails from the top and bottom, and fast. You can find it at most beauty supply stores but you can also get the entire kit at vbcosmetics.com. Your nails will always have a straight out the beauty salon look.
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Hip Tip - Man Hair

Okay guys, if you have been rocking the combed forward Bieber hair, or the blow dried and jelled Pauly D look, it’s time to put them both to bed. This summer the trend for men’s hair styles gives you two options: the long and messy on top, while cropped on the sides and in the back (ala Al Pacino), or the super short, party on the side school boy cut (think Ashton Kutcher in his Nikon camera commercials). Both looks are sexy, stylish, and look good on just about everyone.
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Hip Tip - Gorgeous Gams

If you’re like me and you need a little help in the tanning department, then I found a great product that will help your legs tan two times darker. It’s called Gorgeous Gams. I get mine at California Sun Center, but you can buy it for $18 online at www.tanfastic.com. And for those of you that enjoy high end tanning lotions then you know that 18 dollars is a really low price. You try it for yourself and your legs will look bronze and beautiful. That’s perfect for shorts season!
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Hip Tip - Testing Nail Polish colors

How frustrating is it when you think you are going to love a nail polish color when it’s in the bottle only to put it on and have it look terrible? Here’s a tip! Take a piece of clear tape and put it on your nail and brush the color over it for an instant look at whether or not the shade is right for you.
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Hip Tip - White Nail Polish

Want to make your neon nail polish really look bright and not have to use 50 million coats? Well, use your white nail polish, the one you have a ton of because you only do French manicures with it, as a base coat. It will really help your bright colors show up full and vibrant! And your white polish won't get old and crusty in the process.
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Hip Tip - Wrinkle Reality

Wrinkles and fine lines might not be worth losing sleep over. The geometry of your face will give away your age before anyone notices crow's feet. One feature that determines face geometry is the nose. Most facial features stop growing after adolescence, but the nose and ears never stop. A large nose in relation to the rest of the face is a sign of an older person. Use a contour brush and bronzor or powder a little lighter than your face down the bridge and the same shade on the sides to shrink your nose instead of using a hundred-dollar wrinkle cream.
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Hip Tip - Sephora Beauty Insider

If you are a huge or semi-huge fan of make-up and perfume and fun stuff like that then you got to be a fan of Sephora’s Beauty Insider. It’s easy to sign up and you get birthday presents, free samples of your favorite items. You get points for every item you buy, so you can get major discounts or free stuff and free shipping on your orders! In a matter of a year I have accumulated tons of points and use them all the time! Check out sephora.com for all your details.
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Hip Tip - Stain-Proof Nails

When it comes to spring you have to have your feet in tip top shape, and what really sucks is when you take off the bright red polish and the nail is sort of stained red. How can you go to French manicure when your toes look red around the creases? Investing in a good base coat is the way to go to avoid any staining on your nail. OPI makes a great one that puts down a great matte finish and allows you change colors all the time and your feet will look fabulous!
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Hip Tip - Ever Pure L’oréal

If you are looking for a new drugstore shampoo check out Ever Pure L’oréal. It’s actually a really good quality shampoo and conditioner because it foams up fast and doesn’t leave your hair weighted down, plus it’s like six something at Wal-Mart!
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Hip Tip - NYC Scent

I know the new “Sex and the City” movie doesn’t come out until May, but Sarah Jessica Parker has released her new scent, not Lovely, but a new one called NYC! How appropriate? It smells fantastic, so fresh, and spring- like. The best part about it is it is cheaper than her Lovely perfume. It starts at 25 dollars for the lotion! This is a great way to smell good and keep your skin looking dewy and young!
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Hip Tip - Eye Shadow

iridescent-eye-silk2It’s Monday morning and you might be feeling very tired, so use iridescent blue, gold, silver, or pink eye shadow on the corner of your eye. Put it at your tear duct, it’s a sure way to look refreshed and awake no matter what else you have on…
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Hip Tip - Recycling Cosmetics

red-lipstick Don't you just hate it when you buy a cosmetic that you think looks great but when you get it home it looks terrible? If you get a lipstick and you think it looks bad, then try it as a blush. All you have to do is blot a little on the tops of your cheekbones and rub it. It will give you a pleasant glow and it will stick with you all day. Don't toss valuable cosmetics, just try them in some other place!
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Hip Tip - CoverGirl Shadow Blast

eyeshadow Finally eye shadow that is actually flawless! If you are going out this weekend then pick up CoverGirl Shadow Blast in Bronze Fire. According to one Hollywood make-up artist, these colors look fab on EVERYONE, and I agree. Plus, they’re only like 7 bucks.
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Hip Tip - Mascara

applyingmascaraWhen it come to mascara there is nothing like long full lashes. But the worst is when someone’s eyelashes look caked with mascara and spidery looking. So, be quick about it. When applying mascara apply the second coat before the first coat dries and you will get long-wispy-sleek looking lashes that everyone will notice.
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Hip Tip - Short Fingernails

khloekardashian_nails If you are someone who has a French Manicure and acrylic nails and it is getting really expensive to keep getting them filled and keep up with them, then you are in luck! The way to go with nails right now is SHORT with MUTED COLORS. Try a flat grey or a brown with no sparkles. Take a break from fake nails and pocket that cash. Then you can buy a gift for yourself or someone you love and it will give your nails a moment to breathe and for you to try something new.
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Hip Tip - Make Up Tools

makeuptoolsSo, if you are low on cash and you don’t want to spend your money on lots of makeup tools then when you buy make up just keep the wands and the brushes – all of those things can be washed and reused. Like the wand to the mascara can be washed and rinsed and then used as a brow brush. There is no reason to waste your money on the little stuff, spend it on the fun stuff!
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Hip Tip - Lipstick In Public

lipstick When it comes to lipstick stay away from orange. Orange tones tend to make teeth look more yellow and a lot of skin tones can't pull it off. As for when to apply lipstick, believe it or not, it is RUDE to apply it in public or in front of co-workers. Yeah, I never really thought about it either, but apparently it looks cheap or unladylike. Hmmmm. So if you are into having good manners, take your primping somewhere private!
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Hip Tip - Candles

bathroomcandlesTurn your normal morning shower into a spa and light a few candles! It’s not hard to do and it will make your bathroom feel more luxurious, plus when you go to do your eyeliner run it through the flame and let it cool. When you go to put the eyeliner on it will be waxier and really pop on your eyes – just make sure you blow them out before you leave for work.
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Hip Tip - Buffing Your Nails

NailBuffer If you are looking down at your nails and wishing they were longer or if you just took off you acrylics and you just need new nails to grow out; well, this isn’t a secret but buffing those nails will make them shiny and smooth but it also increases circulation to the nail beds encouraging them to grow faster. So if you are looking down at your raggedy nails just to go to Walgreens and get a 4-sided nail buffer. Your nails will look better before you know it!
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Hip Tip - Full Eye Brows

eyebrowpowderSo, full brows are really big. Forget the pencil thin eyebrows they are not doing you any favors, but if you are filling in your brows do not use eye shadow. Eye shadows commonly contain more than actual brow powders, so it’s more likely to smudge and smear. You run your fingers through your hair and get a little close to those eyebrows and you are going to be looking foolish. Let’s avoid that and just use powders designed for your brows.
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Hip Tip - Potatoes

potato Lately I have NOT been getting a ton of sleep, and if you have an infant you definitely know what I am talking about (and if you ARE getting sleep with a three month old around, email me and let me know your secrets!) But if you are sleep deprived you may have some dark circles under your eyes. Well, take a piece of raw potato and place it under your eyes to reduce the purple or dark shadows on your skin. After you take the potato off dab a yellow tinted concealer there and you are good to go. You will look full rested even if you feel like sleeping at your desk.
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Hip Tip - Play Up Your Favorite Feature

Woman eye When you are running late and don’t have time to do full make-up, here’s something that you can do to speed up your routine: play up your favorite feature. If you have great eyes, just do your mascara and eyeliner. If you have great skin, dust on some bronzer or if you have full lips just do your liner and gloss. By playing up your best feature you put emphasis on your assets and give yourself some extra time. Bedsides, no one is going to notice your flaws when your best feature is done so well!
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Hip Tip - Olay Oil + Makeup Remover

olayoilmakeup_remover For me there is nothing worse than crusty eye-makeup stuck to your eyelashes. All of us ladies have been there: you wash your face and do your regular cleansing routine but your eyelashes feel like they have 10 lbs of makeup funk on them! Ever since I have been using Olay Mascar + Makeup Remover my face feels cleaner than ever before! My eye makeup comes right off and you don't even have to really scrub that hard. The best part is that your face feels fresh and rejuvenated when you start your makeup routine the next day.
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Hip Tip - White Eyeliner

whiteeyeliner If you have small eyes or just want bigger, brighter eyes get yourself white eyeliner. You don't have to spend a lot, NYC or Wet & Wild brand will do. Put eye shadow on as you normally would, but before you add your normal liner put white eyeliner on your upper lid only. Then put your normal eyeliner on over the white, but make sure not to cover all of it. This will make your eyes look bigger and brighter than they already do.
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Hip Tip - JELLO

jello_strawkiwi A great way to keep your lips looking healthy and hydrated, instead of buying a store-bought lip exfoliant, is…JELLO! Get strawberry kiwi JELLO, because it’s not too dark, open the packet and put a little dry JELLO on your finger, then rub the JELLO on your lips and quickly rinse it off. You’ll have super-smooth lips and a perfectly pink pout at a fraction of the cost!
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Hip Tip - Garnier Fructis Moisture Works

garnier_moistureworks If you want healthy, shiny hair the key is hydration. A great way for you to keep hydrated, especially if you have really curly or color-treated hair, is Garnier Fructis Moisture Works. It adds weight to your hair, which helps prevent dulling frizz. Also, shampoo every other day. This will help your hair look healthier and shinier as well as help you hold your style all night long.
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Hip Tip - Mint Apple Green Nail Polish

essie-mint-candy-apple Believe it or not, the hit nail polish color this year is…MINT APPLE GREEN! The best shade is by Essie, it is a sweet and light sea foam green. It is mild but eye-catching. And it’s only $8 bucks so it won’t b to hard to just try it out!!!
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Hip Tip - Straight Sexy Hair Spray

straightsexyspray I told you a few days ago about Big Sexy Hair spray, well here is another product that goes with it called Straight Sexy Hair spray. Now naturally, I have wavy hair (which I sometimes enjoy rocking) and I usually prefer a sleek, straight look. So here is what you do: use straight sexy hair spray after you dry your hair. Hit it with your flat iron and everyone will be jealous of your super sexy, straight look.
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Hip Tip - Natural Looking Makeup

clinique_liquidblush The new makeup trend for 2010 is to look like you’re not wearing any makeup at all. Instead of wearing powdered shadows and blushes try wearing the liquid versions, they may take a little practice though. And make sure to find shades that are just slightly darker than the shades of your skin. Browns for your eyelids are always a good idea for shading. And make sure to always put your makeup on in good light to avoid looking too made up. You will look healthy, natural, and ready for anything in 2010!
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