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Fa-la-la-lovely
Don’t get so caught up in hall-
decking and tree-trimming that
you forget to do a little holiday
decorating on yourself.
BY MELISSA MILRAD GOLDSTEIN
B
usy doesn’t even begin to describe
life during this party-plentiful
holiday season— your plate is full. But
who’s looking out for you? Between
arranging menus, getting your party
dress cleaned, coordinating family obligations,
and shopping for gifts, make sure to pencil in
time for some personal prep. Get spiffy with
this handy beauty breakdown. Do one thing
on the list— or do ’em all— and consider it a
holiday gift to yourself.
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GET TRESSED
An inexpensive way to change up your coif is
with accessories. Ramp it up with rhinestones,
get creative holding your bangs back, or
loosely clasp a lock of hair off your face. Three
barrettes in a row is unexpected, flattering,
and truly low effort. But if you can spare the
time for a haircut, color, or styling, be sure
to secure your slot now— come holiday time,
those appointments get snapped up quickly.
K LASH OUT
Nothing says glamour like long, luscious
lashes. Falsies are one tried-and-true option—
and as close as the nearest drugstore. Or forgo
the paste-on route and just grow your own.
Literally. All it takes is a nightly sweep of lash
accelerator and some patience: It’ll be at least
four weeks before you see measureable results.
As for efficacy? Latisse, the FDA-approved
prescription, gets the most notable results,
which explains why women are shelling out
$120 for it without batting a, well, you know. A
more accessible and frugal option: L’Oréal
24-Hour Lash Boosting Power System; $25.
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BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS | DECEMBER 2010 | BHG.COM
Smile Pretty
Come January the holidays will
be over, but those photographs
will last in perpetuity. For the
most flattering snaps, make sure
to pose like a pro: head slightly
forward (decreases the chances
for a double chin), shoulders
back, and a warm grin.
