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Classic Pin-Up Girl Makeup How-To

Dita Von Teese's makeup artist shows you how to master her look for Halloween


To win the "sexiest costume" award this Halloween, copy this bombshell makeup look. Here, Gregory Arlt, director of makeup artistry for MAC Cosmetics, shows you step by step how to recreate Dita Von Teese's signature makeup. Finish off the look with a black glam wig and '40s inspired dress.

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I heart this look and it's one of the easiest timeless looks to do!

Daily Total Beauty Bytes: Think Pink

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Breast Cancer Awareness Beauty Shopping Guide

Make October 2008 prettier, pinker and more powerful! Shop pink products and support a great cause!


What can you do to help in the fight against breast cancer? Something simple. Shop today from this collection of exclusive pink products -- because for every one of these products sold, a donation will be made to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Who knew that looking good could make you feel so incredibly good too?

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If you're a makeup junkie and in the need for a makeup haul, why not check out the guide to see which brands are Thinking Pink.

Visit TotalBeauty.com to enter the Pink Sweepstakes Contest! When you become a member of TotalBeauty.com today, you will receive a free breast self-examination guide, plus you'll be entered for your chance to win hundreds of beauty prizes from Origins, Clinique, Prescriptives, Darphin and more! One lucky winner will receive a weekend spa getaway for three courtesy of Spas of America.* Best of all, once you're a member, earn even more chances to win every time you write a new review!*

Also, support the Total Beauty Total Cure bloggers who are going Pink this month of October. Click here to see participating bloggers.

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Quiz: Your Best Hair Removal Strategy

Find the right process for your skin and hair type


Waxing, tweezing, lasering ... part-torture, part-godsend. But with so many choices, which method works best for you? Your skin tone, hair texture and pain threshold are all major factors we'll weed through to get your strategy set. Answer the following questions to find your ideal procedure.

Hair removal quiz



When it comes to hair removal I've done it all - except for real laser hair surgery. But I do count the no!no!, in-home laser hair removal which is actually starting to work for me!! I'm very excited to share my review of Week 4 - 6 with you so stay tuned!

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Trend Alert: Curly Hairstyles

See how celebrities like Madonna, Leighton Meester, Hilary Duff and Jennifer Lopez make curls the year's hottest trend


As more and more celebrities embrace curls on the red carpet, it's become clear that this look is not just a passing trend. Whether long or short, naturally straight or not, everyone seems to be reaching for hot rollers and curling irons. Get inspiration to go curly by checking out these gorgeous celebrity photos.

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Until recently my hair has only been touched by straightners over the past 10 years. But I've been feeling the curly fever and I'm addicted. I feel sexier with lovely waves and don't know why it took me this long to jump on the band wagon. Straight hair will always be me, but for now my hair will be riding the waves!

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Hot Runway Hairstyles

From classic updos to perfectly disheveled waves, here's a sampling of some our fave hairstyles from the spring '09 fashion shows


The hair trends for spring are already being determined for us by the hair geniuses backstage at New York Fashion Week. Think sleek buns, beachy textured hair extensions, braids and twists. You'll never be bored with your hair if you try these styles.

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I'm liking the side ponytails and the imperfect curls which I've been trying to rock lately. I'm always straightening my hair but soft waves have been calling to me. What's your favourite trend?

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Makeup: Gold Medal-Worthy Foundations

One of these 14 crowd pleasers from Revlon, Prescriptives, MAC and more could give your skin a flawless finish -- sans airbrush experts


We've heard complaints about foundation ranging from too heavy and drying to too light and oily, not to mention "too few shades" and "too expensive." So we made a list of the foundations that garnered praise from TotalBeauty.com members. Check out which brands and formulas got the most consumer stamps of approval and consider whether you should switch to something new.

Best foundations



Boo! Face Atelier's Ultra Foundation was not included in this list but it's still hands down one of the best foundations I've tried next to Giorgio Armani's. :)

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Find Your Ideal Spring Makeup Look Now

No makeup artist training necessary! Let this style quiz determine which of the latest makeup and nail trends you should try


You don't need an arsenal of MAC makeup and a portfolio of celebrity makeup looks to replicate the looks for Spring 2009. Answer these quiz questions to get the color trends that would look best on you -- and beauty tips on how to wear them.

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We may be getting a little ahead of ourselves but now that it's getting cooler out, it's nice to dream of all things Spring! :)

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Your Makeup Products Could Be Causing Acne

Maybe trying all those free makeup samples at once wasn't a great idea. Take this quiz to see if your beauty supply needs a makeover


Stress, the environment and hormones all contribute to unsightly blemishes ... but could part of the problem be your makeup? Even seemingly acne-friendly products can clog your pores if they're not right for your skin -- or if you're combining them with not-so-skin-friendly habits. Take this quiz to see if your makeup products and practices put you at a higher risk for acne.

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Discount Deals of the Week

Check out these free samples, beauty product steals and contests from top brands like Clinique. Hurry, they won't last long!


Everyone loves a good bargain, which is why we've rounded up some of the best deals, sample offers and contest opportunities from favorite beauty brands like Clinique, Stila, L'Oreal and more. Take advantage -- they'll only be around for another few weeks!

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Best Liners for Your Lips

From MAC and Smashbox to Wet n Wild, the pencils that garnered top ratings and glowing product reviews

Not too hard or soft, these lip liners appealed to TotalBeauty.com editors and members for a variety of really good reasons. Find out if you should upgrade the pencil you have at home or add another color to your collection. (Did we miss your favorite? Write a review to bump up its status!) ...More


For everyday, I rarely apply a lip liner. But for shoots or going out at night I like using lip liners to bump up the lip colour and for more definition. One of my biggest beauty peeves is seeing dark liner paired with a lighter lipstick!! Eeek! Always try to match the lip liner with the lipstick or wear a neutral colour. And blend!! My favourite liners to use are from M.A.C. and Three Custom Color Specialists! What's your favourite?

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Top 23 "As Seen on TV" Skin Products

Find out which acne fighters, anti-aging creams and moisturizers are worth the shipping and handling fees

Admit it: On nights you can't sleep you may stay up watching infomercials or checking out what Suzanne Somers is hawking on the Home Shopping Network. After an hour or so, those products all start to sound pretty great. But which ones are really worth picking up the phone for? TotalBeauty.com readers bravely ordered and found out. Check out their favorite "as seen on TV" skin care products. ...More


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17 Hairstyles That Take Less Than 10 Minutes

Up 'dos mere mortals like us can actually replicate at home

With a few (and only a few) key products and styling tools, you can quickly give yourself a salon-worthy 'do. And hey, if you hate it, try a different one -- at least you haven't blown 60 bucks and a hour of precious time on it. ...More

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