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I often find myself layering five different kinds of mascara to get just the right effect: long, plump, clump-free lashes. But when I tried Rimmel London Glam'Eyes Mascara, which comes with two different brushes in one tube, I knew the search was finally over. The brush with the pink cap lengthens and defines, while the black capped version adds thickness. The best part: I no longer have to be a mix master—this does-it-all mascara allows me to customize my lashes (without cluttering up my makeup bag).

RImmel London Glam'Eyes Day 2 Night Mascara, $8



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"A woman at a cosmetics counter told me in my teens: "Every treatment you do to your face, do to your neck as well." Great advice. Unfortunately—even after becoming a dermatologist—it was more than 30 years before I actually started following it. So my neck has definitely aged more than my face. It's never too late, though: In my 50s, I've been diligent about applying a retinoid and sunscreen to my neck. (And whatever your age, you should be, too.)"—New Orleans Dermatologist Mary Lupo, MD


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I've often felt like the daughter of the milk man—the majority of my family is fair skinned with light eyes, freckles, and fiery red hair. Me: I have an olive complexion with dark eyes and boring brown hair. In the holiday photos I stick out like a sore thumb amongst my cousins, aunt, mother, and brother who obviously got the lion's share of the Scottish genes. My beauty dream is to go Julianne Moore's shade all over so that I can see what it's like to finally fit in at the dinner table.

So...what's your beauty or fashion dream? Want to walk in sky-high stilettos but only wear flats? Spent your life in the sun but wish you had a porcelain complexion? Lucky for you, O is looking for candidates in the New York City tri-state area with a beauty or fashion fantasy. Whether you have the soul of Rapunzel but have never grown your hair past your shoulders or want to embrace your inner glamourpuss but don't know how to wear makeup, we'll pair you with an expert who'll give you the look of your dreams. Tell us why you want to make a change and you could be chosen to be part of an upcoming story.

If you live farther away, we still want to know--what kind of instant-makeover would you want? Tell us below.

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Q. Every time I color my roots, I'm left with a dark stain around my hairline that lasts several days. How can I prevent this?

A: I empathize; a dark stain around your hairline sounds like a fine way to ruin the joy of fresh haircolor. You definitely can avoid these stains, says colorist Sharon Dorram, co-owner of Sharon Dorram Color at Sally Hershberger in New York City. It's simple: Before you color your hair, apply a little Vaseline or baby oil around your hairline to prevent the dye from touching your skin.

Keep in mind:If your preventive efforts don't work completely, try roux haircolor stain remover ($7.50; sallybeauty.com).

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Join the fight against breast cancer while treating yourself (or your mother, aunt, or a friend) to something special.

Diptyque’s Mini Pink Rose Candle smells just like a real bouquet but lasts a lot longer (it burns up to 60 hours). And it will fill any flower-loving friend's bedroom or bathroom with a romantic fragrance that isn't powdery or overly sweet.

Or try Sarah Swanson's Sealed with a Kiss 3-in-1 Soy Candle. Not only will the blend of botanical oils (including lemongrass, lime, blackcurrant, patchouli, and sugarcane) soothe your senses, but the warm wax can be used as an at-home paraffin treatment. After the flame is extinguished, dip your fingers into the wax to moisturize dry cuticles, or massage it onto dry heels and elbows.

$32, DiptyqueParis.com; 20 percent of proceeds goes to the Pink Agenda or $32, SarahSwanson.com; 20 percent of proceeds goes to Women At Risk Breast Cancer Program at New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Medical Center

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Join the fight against breast cancer while treating yourself (or your mother, aunt, or a friend) to something special.

Your hunt for the perfect lip color is over. Smashbox O-Gloss goes on clear, reacts with the chemicals in your skin and turns a flattering shade of pink (unique to you) in seconds.

$22, Smashbox.com; 100 percent of sales goes to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation.


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When in doubt or pressed for time in the morning (which, let's face it, is pretty much always) I resort to the one makeup item that takes the least amount of time to apply, but makes the biggest impact: lipstick. Case in point: The photo at left of food editor Lynn Andriani's grandmother—her perfectly made up mouth acts as a badge of confidence and strength. Similar to a little black dress, lipstick is always there when I have no clue what to put on and makes me look instantly pulled together despite the dark under-eye circles and the blemish in the middle of my forehead. And the color I choose is often a barometer of my mood: red when I'm feeling punchy, orange or hot pink when I need a boost, nude when I'm feeling content, and dark burgundy for days I feel like I can take on the world and anything it throws my way. And it seems that others have noticed the power of lipstick and its ability to highlight emotions—no matter what they may be. Here are three celebrations of this classic cosmetic  guaranteed to make you smile:

• This interactive image of lips by photographer Greg Kessler morphs and changes color as you scroll across it. If you need a two-minute mental break this will do the job. [via Nowness]

• Watch this lip-focused film series by photographer Elle Muliarchyk that features 24 international models spitting out tongue twisters in their native language. The equivalent of "Sally sells seashells by the seashore" in other parts of the world will leave you laughing. [via The New York Times]

• Check out this gallery of photos from the new book, A Shade of Red, by jewelry designer and photographer Alyson Fox. It features 100 portraits of women of all ages tied together by one common thread: Revlon's Certainly Red lipstick. While you may be expecting glamour shots, what is interesting about Fox's approach is how the same color brings out something different in each of her subjects. [via Of A Kind]

How do you express your emotions? Is lipstick a visual cue of your mood?

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Making decisions has never been my strong point, especially when I'm faced with too many options. Facing a menu at a diner, for example—with all its possibilities of getting whatever I want, whenever I want—I usually end up ordering a mix of things (a grilled cheese, a shrimp cocktail, and a side of mashed potatoes with gravy) that have no business being together.

I'm faced with the same problem when it comes to deciding on a nail polish color. Whether it's choosing from the rainbow of options at the nail salon or digging through the colors stuffed into multiple bins under my bathroom sink, I end up testing at least 20 shades on my fingers before deciding on one. So when I spotted O contributing assistant fashion editor Sara Mitzner's nails, I knew I had at last found a way to embrace my indecisive nature.

She created this ombre effect by choosing five shades in the same color family, then started at the darkest point on her thumb and gradually worked her way to the lightest on her pinky. The key to making this manicure look sophisticated (and not like a preschooler's paint-by-number project), says Mitzner, is choosing neutral and understated colors that are office-appropriate on their own. Try varying intensities of pink, or go bold with blue. To get Mitzner's mani, try these shades: RGB Cosmetics Nail Polish in Black, CND Nail Colour in Asphalt, Dior Vernis in Gris Montaigne, OPI Nail Lacquer in French Quarter for Your Thoughts, and Ginger and Liz Colour in Tuck Me In.

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Q: Is it my imagination, or does my dandruff get worse in the cooler months?

A: Dandruff might worsen when it's cooler, says Jeffrey Benabio, MD, voluntary clinical assistant professor of medicine at UC San Diego. Seborrheic dermatitis (dandruff, to you) seems to be triggered by an overgrowth of the yeast malassezia, says Benabio; washing your hair less frequently (as you might in cool months) can lead to more of the yeast. Also, low humidity can increase dandruff, while sunshine seems to reduce it. So the dry air and loss of sunlight in fall and winter might be contributing to your problem. 

Keep in mind: Shampooing daily and using an anti-dandruff shampoo at least three times a week (try Pert Plus Dandruff Plus 2-in-1 Shampoo & Conditioner, $4; drugstores) should keep flaking under control.

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Join the fight against breast cancer while treating yourself (or your mother, aunt, or a friend) to something special.

Infinity Sun's non-greasy, moisturizing serum contains a small percentage of DHA (a skin darkening ingredient) to extend the life of your self-tan by at least two days. Plus, it leaves behind a light, vanilla scent and a subtle dose of shimmer.

$40, DermStore.com; 20 percent of proceeds goes to Susan G. Komen for the Cure Foundation

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