10 Most Popular Haircuts of All Time

It's no secret that many of us take our beauty cues from celebrities. Recently a poll from hair company Goody officially confirmed it by counting down the six most popular celeb-inspired hairstyles. We've added a few iconic styles of our own to make up the 10 best hairstyles of all time — some of which still work today.

Jennifer Aniston's "Rachel" Cut

Since Aniston debuted this style as the character Rachel on Friends in the '90s, more than 11 million woman have tried the cut. Fifteen years later it's still a frequent request, making the "Rachel" one of the most popular hairstyles of all time.

Meg Ryan's Shag

Ryan's made a career out of portraying the silly but sexy, quirky girl — a persona best embodied by this choppy, peppy shag. This look was first runner-up in Goody's poll.

Dannii Minogue's Sleek Bob

Minogue's flawless bob is both sophisticated and confident — the perfect complement for any edgy, no-nonsense woman.

Princess Diana's Royal Do

During her short, tragic life, Diana reached the pinnacle of elegance and carved out one of the most recognizable and coveted styles. According to the poll, her cut is still popular with women in all age groups.

Victoria Beckham's Posh Pageboy

When Victoria Beckham decided to shed her "Posh" skin, she took the shears to her locks and catapulted herself into icon status with this structured style. Her asymmetrical cut is another favorite with women in every demographic.

Farrah Fawcett's Feathered Flip

No one has ever done more for the "feathered" look. While the '70s and Fawcett are no longer with us, this vintage style is still a favorite with ladies everywhere.

Michelle Obama's Classic Cut

In 2007, Obama was an unknown political wife. Since ascending to the White House, she's handled the spotlight with confidence and grace, thanks in part to her elegance, character, and this timeless and flattering cut.

Marilyn Monroe's Blonde Curls

In the history of hair color there is no blonde more famous than Marilyn Monroe. She may not have invented this look, but she certainly owned it. If you've got the guts to go bottle blonde, this style still guarantees sex appeal.

Mia Farrow's Pixie Crop

In 1968, after Vidal Sassoon gave Mia Farrow this extreme haircut for the film Rosemary's Baby, thousands of woman ran to salons, eager to shed inches of hair, along with traditional standards of feminine beauty.

Blake Lively's Layered Locks

Poised to topple the popularity of the "Rachel," Blake Lively's long, blonde Gossip Girl tresses have become one of the most requested styles in salons across American — even prompting a New York Times article chronicling the craze.


(Source: http://www.marieclaire.com/hair-beauty/trends/articles/most-popular-hair?link=rel&dom=yah_life&src=syn&con=blog_marieclaire&mag=mar)

How to Age Like a Celebrity

Demi Moore
Age: 47
Clean House: The actress, who once admitted to using Austrian leeches to "detoxify" her blood (um, whaaat?), recently tried the Master Cleanse — a diet that includes drinking a maple syrup, lemon water, and cayenne pepper cocktail — with her husband, Ashton Kutcher, who is 15 years her junior. "This is for health," she says.
Her Beauty Secret: "I moisturize, moisturize, moisturize," says Moore. "No matter how late it is, when I get home, I take the time to clean and moisturize my face. I'm a big believer in that if you focus on good skin care, you really won't need a lot of makeup."







Nicole Kidman
Age: 43
On a Safe Skin Mission: The Australian actress, who once had skin cancer on her leg, has diligently kept her porcelain skin safe from sun damage. "It is the worst thing in terms of aging, so I wear a lot of sunscreen, and I never go in the sun," she reveals. So, how has she not gotten a gig playing a vampire yet?
Her Beauty Secret: When it comes to her long locks, Kidman prefers cleansing in her favorite drinks. "If you've got red hair, try washing it in cranberry juice," she says. "And, if you're blonde, a champagne rinse can work wonders."








Vanessa Williams
Age: 47
Just Dance: The former Ugly Betty star is a Pilates devotee and loves salsa dancing. "I started in '97 as training for a movie I did called Dance With Me," she says. "I go out and salsa with friends, especially in the summertime. Now that's incredible card!"
Her Beauty Secret: She admits to dabbling in Botox and schedules shots every three months. "I use it very sparingly," she says. "I want to look natural. I get it so I look serene." Yes, there's nothing so serene as a injecting diluted toxin into your forehead.









Jennifer Aniston
Age: 41
To the Mat: The former Friends star has been known to work out with her personal yoga trainer, Mandy Ingber, up to five times a week to stay fit. "Practice a little bit each day," she says.
Her Beauty Secret: Best known for having "The Rachel" haircut, Aniston defies age with her famous layered locks. Plus, those California sun-kissed highlights open up her eyes and lighten her whole look. To the same point, not changing your haircut since, say, 1994 doesn't hurt.










Mary-Louise Parker
Age: 45
Good Genes: "I quit smoking, and I don't drink very often," the Weeds actress says of ridding herself of past bad habits. "But my mother has great skin, she's never even had a facial, and she's 85." So, Mary-Loo, what constitutes drinking "often?"
Her Beauty Secret: She swears by anti-aging products, like the Regenerating Serum, from holistic skin care brand Dr. Hauschka. "They're natural, and I can use their stuff on my kids even," she says.










Salma Hayek
Age: 43
Color Therapy: The Mexican-born actress prefers to dress in shades that aren't too simple. "I identify with enigmatic colors," she says. "I don't want to be blue, I don't want to be green. I just want to be myself." Color us puzzled.
Her Beauty Secret: Hayek, whose grandmother was a cosmetologist, loves scented beauty products. "Make yourself smell nice," she advises. "I even wear perfume sometimes when I'm alone."











Brooke Shields
Age: 45
Prescribed Product: The model-turned-actress raves about her longer, thicker eyelashes, thanks to Latisse, a prescription treatment aimed at growing lashes (for which she's — coincidence! — the spokesperson). I was part of the trial because I was a bit skeptical," she admits, adding that she used to rely on falsies. "I get to live with them now!"
Her Beauty Secret: Her nightly ritual includes slathering on Creme de la Mer moisturizing cream, which costs $130 per ounce. "I like the thickness and richness of La Mer," she says. "And a small jar lasts at least a year."

Diane Lane

Age: 45
Being Flexible: The actress — who routinely arrives at events sans makeup (the horror!) — loves the stretching involved in yoga workouts. "I do it whenever I can," she says. "Flexibility is probably more important to me than strength or stamina. You also have to be flexible in your own life."
Her Beauty Secret: The star has undergone acupuncture facelifts, in which ultra-fine needles are inserted in the face to reduce sagging, make skin more resilient, and remove laugh lines. Yeah, we'd stop laughing too if we were forced to experience that.

Halle Berry
Age: 43
Morning Routine: The star uses triple fruit acid cleaners to exfoliate her skin and rubs pure Vitamin C on her face, all before moisturizing. Delicious.
Her Beauty Secret: Berry has one master facialist to thank for her flawless face. She gets $235 red carpet-ready facials — which she reveals is her "biggest beauty indulgence" — from Christopher Warren at Kinara Spa. "Looking good is about having a good base," she says. "It's about taking care of your skin."










Naomi Watts
Age: 41
Return to Nature: The Australian actress (she's BFF with Kidman — they roll in packs) tries to get out and relax. "I love being outside with trees and water, lying down somewhere or walking," she says. "I do transcendental meditation, which keeps me calm and steady."
Her Beauty Secret:: The zenned-out star drinks plenty of water and gets a facial every six to eight weeks. Otherwise, the natural blonde tries to stay ... natural. "My mom always said, 'Don't dye your hair. It's like getting tattoos — once you start, you won't stop,'" Watts confides. "She's right!"







(Source: http://www.marieclaire.com/hair-beauty/trends/celebrity-tips/celebrity-anti-aging-beauty-secrets?link=emb&dom=yah_life&src=syn&con=blog_marieclaire&mag=mar)

4 Ways to Take Years Off Your Eyes

by Marie Claire





When should you start using eye cream? Home to the thinnest skin on your body, the eye area starts to show signs of wear and tear by your 20s. Overtime in the office, that extra glass of wine, and even smiling all conspire to speed up the aging process. The eyes are also the first place people look on your face. But before you start avoiding everyone's gaze, try these eye-opening solutions.


1. COUNTING CROWS Wearing sunglasses prevents squinting, which causes crow's-feet, explains Dr. Robert Grant, plastic surgeon-in-chief at New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center. Sunscreen will also help, but the reason that you suddenly start to see fine lines in your late 20s and early 30s happens under your skin. "Once your body starts to decrease the amount of sebum it produces, you need to moisturize to keep the outermost keratin layer — our natural sun protection factor — intact," explains Grant. "If you allow your skin to dry out, it will get more sun damage." But before you start slathering on heavy eye balms that can clog pores and cause bumps, first try a lightweight gel. If you already have noticeable crow's-feet, vitamin A-derived retinols can help smooth them out by boosting collagen production in the area. Grant likes over-the-counter retinols (in contrast to stronger, prescription retinoids) because they're less drying and easier to tolerate. And for those who are especially expressive, Botox can help soften your smile lines. A topical formula is currently in FDA trials for usage around the eyes, but approval is still years away.


2. BAGGAGE HANDLING The biggest reason for puffiness around the eyes is allergies, according to Cambridge, Massachusetts, dermatologist Dr. Ranella Hirsch. And rubbing will only thicken the skin and cause darkening, especially in pale complexions. "When you hear on the news that pollen counts are up, take an over-the-counter antihistamine for two or three weeks and you'll prevent most swelling," Hirsch says. For additional soothing, "de-puff with an eye roller. Keep it in the fridge, because the cooling effect really goes a long way." If you're past your early 30s and have tried the antiallergy approach without success, your heavy baggage could be caused by gravity, not the change in seasons. "When you're young, the fat below your eyes lives in a collagen baggie. But as you get older, the bag is weakened because you're not producing as much collagen and the fat herniates into a hound-dog look," says Hirsch, who recommends using an injectable filler (she prefers Restylane) to firm the skin and hold up the fat pad. "For less than $500, you can get real results that last 12 to 15 months. You don't need much product, and it can take years off of your face," she says. A less invasive alternative is using an eye cream with peptides. "Peptides are the building blocks of the skin's protein," explains Hirsch. Applying them topically gives skin the ingredients to rebuild and hold the fat pad in place.


3. BRIGHT IDEA There are typically two causes of dark circles: an actual darkening of the skin due to genetics and sun damage, or shadows created from sunken valleys above the cheekbones. For both problems, New York City dermatologist Dr. David Rosenberg recommends injecting fat or Restylane to plump the hollowness (cost: about $4,000 for potentially permanent fat and about $1,500 for Restylane, which lasts up to two years). And since the skin here is almost transparent, "fat bleaches out the area since it's pure white." Brightening formulas can also even the overall skin tone but must be combined with daily sunscreen use to prevent further darkening. Hirsch suggests layering antioxidant lycopene under sunscreen for extra protection.


4. TOP SHELF As collagen thins and skin loses elasticity, the upper eyelids can droop, creating what Rosenberg calls "hooding." While applying creams to the upper lids was once a no-no, new formulas specifically target this sagging area, tightening with caffeine or promoting collagen production with peptides. However, if you're prone to dry skin, Hirsch cautions against caffeine-based creams because they dehydrate in order to de-puff and firm. "You're good for two hours, but then you look like death," she says. If topical creams aren't enough for your tired-looking lids, Rosenberg suggests two surgical options: trimming away the excess skin at the lashline or an endoscopic brow-lift (cost: $2,000 to $7,000 for each procedure). With gravity's pull, eyebrows fall as we get older, and "as the brow gets lower, the more skin droops," Rosenberg says. Raising the brow with tiny hairline incisions lifts the upper eyelid skin, making eyes appear more open and youthful. "It's a 30-minute procedure, and the results last for a decade." Now that's foresight.

Hollywood's Highest Paid Actresses

by Dorothy Pomerantz

Life can be hard for actresses in Hollywood. Good roles are few and far between, and their paychecks are usually smaller than those of their male co-stars. It seems that no number of female-centric hits (like "Mamma Mia" and "Sex and the City") can convince studios to treat the ladies better.

And if you're a woman over 40, you might as well just play a grandma. The roles are even scarcer.

But last year Sandra Bullock bucked the trend in a big way. First her romantic comedy "The Proposal" grossed $320 million on an estimated budget of $40 million. That would be impressive enough, but then "The Blind Side" hit theaters five months later. Based on a true story about a white family that took in an African-American football prodigy, the film earned an amazing $310 million at the box office on an estimated budget of only $30 million.

Bullock cut her usual fee to star in the movie and reaped a large share of the film's profits in return. Between her earnings on "The Proposal" and "The Blind Side," Bullock earned $56 million between June 2009 and June 2010, tops among Hollywood's leading ladies. Add in a messy divorce that had her on the front of tabloids almost every week, the adoption of a baby that she will now raise on her own, and her first Oscar, and Bullock had one hell of a year.

To figure out actresses' earnings we talked to agents, managers, producers and lawyers to determine what the stars earned as upfront pay on movies they are currently shooting, as well as back-end pay earned after a movie hit theaters. We also looked at any money actresses might have earned from perfume and clothing lines and from ad campaigns.

Reese Witherspoon ranks second on out list of Hollywood's best-paid actresses with a take of $32 million over the past year. Witherspoon hasn't been seen on screen since 2008's "Four Christmases" (she lent her voice to the animated film "Monsters Vs. Aliens"). But she sits close to the top of our list this year thanks to upfront pay from two movies: "How Do You Know" from director James L. Brooks and the film adaptation of "Water for Elephants." Witherspoon also earns as an "ambassador" for Avon.

Cameron Diaz ties for second with $32 million. The actress is one of the highest paid in Hollywood for films like the recent "Knight & Day." She'll also be able to count "Shrek" money well into her retirement years. Those films have earned a total $2.8 billion at the global box office.

Jennifer Aniston ranks fourth with $27 million despite a few box-office duds like "Love Happens," which earned only $36 million at the global box office (though it did have a modest $20 million production budget). Aniston is still the go-to girl for romantic comedies. Her upcoming movies include "The Switch," a comedy about a woman who has a baby on her own, and "Just Go With It," co-starring Adam Sandler. Aniston also still gets money from "Friends" and recently launched her own perfume line.

In fifth place: Sarah Jessica Parker with $25 million. "Sex and the City" is the gift that keeps on giving for Parker. Not only does she earn from the show's syndication, but this year's sequel film, "Sex and the City 2," earned $280 million at the global box office. Her perfume line, which includes scents like NYC, Lovely, and Dawn, is also a big seller.

Source: http://movies.yahoo.com/feature/forbes-highest-paid-actresses-2010.html

8 Essential Foods for Beautiful Skin

Avocados are not just for eating! A good source of biotin, avocados help to prevent dry skin and brittle hair and nails. When applied topically, they can hydrate parched skin.

A tip from 1,801 Home Remedies:
Create a moisturizing mask. Pit the fruit, puree the pulp, and pat it on your face. The oil acts as an emollient. It also contains beneficial vitamin E.



Sip your way to healthy skin. Green tea's high on the list of skin-friendly beverages thanks to its impressive storehouse of polyphenols. Aim for four cups throughout your day.



Reach for tomatoes. A German study found that lycopene-rich tomato paste helped participants prevent sunburn when they combined it with olive oil, daily for ten weeks. Besides being a great source of the antioxidant lycopene, tomatoes are considered a high-carotenoid fruit. These nutrients may help slow down cellular damage from free radicals.



Slow down aging with salmon. Salmon contains astaxanthin, a carotenoid that improves skin elasticity, so you'll have fewer fine lines.



Crack open some eggs. Protein helps repair cells that have suffered free radical damage. Eggs, a complete source of protein, also contain biotin, an essential vitamin that protects against dry skin.



Put pomegranate on your list. When applied topically, this antioxidant-rich fruit may help skin create more collagen, while speeding healing.



Try walnuts. Looking to add Omega-3 fatty acids to your diet but not a fan of fish? Walnuts are a rich source of Omega-3s, which help put shine in your hair and aid in making skin smoother and younger looking.


Build better skin with beans. Another protein source, legumes help repair cells that have suffered free radical damage. During digestion, protein breaks down into amino acids, the building blocks of cells. Amino acids help to speed the repair and regeneration of skin cells and collagen.


Source: http://www.rd.com/living-healthy/8-essential-foods-for-beautiful-skin/article140991-2.html#slide