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We Did The Research & These Are The Best Golden Globe Looks Of All Time

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We're only four days into 2019, which probably means you're still going strong on New Year's resolutions (for now) and putting off taking down your holiday decorations for just one more day. But for all the TV and movie lovers out there, early January means one thing: it's time for the Golden Globes. This Sunday, millions of people will neglect Netflix for a few hours to watch arguably the most star-studded red carpet event of the year — oh, and to find out who won, of course.

So, in honor of the 76th Annual Golden Globes, we're looking back 28 years, from 2018 to 1990, and showing off the best red carpet looks from each (that is, except for 2008, when the Writers Guild of America went on strike and got the whole event was cancelled). From the white satin gown Audrey Hepburn donned while receiving the Cecil B. DeMille Award in 1990 to Saoirse Ronan 's #METOO-inspired black Versace gown in 2018, the dresses ahead are all you need to prepare for Sunday night's festivities.

So sit back, relax and enjoy our look-back through the best Golden Globe gowns of all time (or at least the last 28 years).

2018

Hands down, 2018 was Saoirse Ronan's year. Not only did she win her very first Golden Globe for a stunning performance in Lady Bird, she also shut the red carpet down in this stunning black and silver Atelier Versace gown.

Saoirse Ronan in Atelier Versace.

Photo: Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images.

2017

Draped in Chanel Couture, Riley Keough might have been new to the Golden Globes in 2017, but she looked anything but out of place on the red carpet.

Riley Keough in Chanel Couture.

Photo: Steve Granitz/WireImage.

2016

Anyone can do Old Hollywood, but no one, and we mean no one, does it quite like Lady Gaga. With a Marilyn Monroe 'do that rivals Ms. Monroe herself, this off-the-shoulder Versace gown and 10-inch Brian Atwood heels, we find ourselves wondering, is there anything Gaga can't do?

Lady Gaga in Versace.

Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images.

2015

Wearing black on the red carpet is hardly groundbreaking, but Amal Clooney has a way of standing out in a crowd, especially when she's donning head-to-toe Dior Haute Couture.

Amal Clooney in Dior Haute Couture.

Photo: George Pimentel/WireImage.

2014

For a Golden Globes first-timer, Lupita Nyong'o walked this red carpet like a seasoned pro — or rather, a superhero, in this cape-like gown by Ralph Lauren.

Lupita Nyong'o in Ralph Lauren.

Photo: Steve Granitz/WireImage.

2013

Patchwork has never looked better than it did in 2013 on Zoe Saldana in this Prabal Gurung strapless frock.

Zoe Saldana in Prabal Gurung.

Photo: Steve Granitz/WireImage.

2012

We've yet to spot Angelina Jolie looking anything but fabulous on the red carpet circuit, but this show-stopping Atelier Versace gown is hands down her best.

Angelina Jolie in Atelier Versace.

Photo: George Pimentel/WireImage.

2011

Low back! Sequins! Long sleeves! All boxes were checked when Anne Hathaway stepped foot on the red carpet in this Armani Privé gown.

Anne Hathaway in Armani Privé.

Photo: Evan Agostini/NBC/NBCU Photo Bank/Getty Images.

2010

A few showers couldn't stop Cameron Diaz (and that dazzling smile) from showing up her competition in this drapey Alexander McQueen gown.

Cameron Diaz in Alexander McQueen.

Photo: SGranitz/WireImage.

2009

Admittedly, lavender in January seems more 2018 than 2009, but when it's Olivia Wilde underneath this Reem Acra gown, all bets are off.

Olivia Wilde in Reem Acra.

Photo: Steve Granitz/WireImage.

2007

Not that there's anything Queen Bey doesn't look stunning in, but even she outdid herself with this gold, sequined Elie Saab number.

Beyonce Knowles in Elie Saab.

Photo: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images.

2006

Looking back on 2006 style, it hardly seems possible that Keira Knightley's strapless Valentino dress came out of the same year as chunky belts and low-rise cargo pants.

Keira Knightley in Valentino.

Photo: Jeff Vespa/WireImage.

2005

As the mastermind behind Poise magazine (calling all 13 Going on 30 fans!), it comes as no surprise that Jennifer Garner (with the help of this vintage Valentino gown) would beat out any and all competition on the red carpet.

Jennifer Garner in vintage Valentino.

Photo: SGranitz/WireImage.

2004

While this look might not have garnered very much appreciation back in '04, in 2019, we're tipping our hats to the master of menswear, Diane Keaton, for showing up to the Golden Globes donning a collared white coat, itty bitty sunglasses and sequin boots.

Diane Keaton in Nehru-collared white coat.

Photo: Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic, Inc.

2003

Fact: Kim Cattrall can make anything look sexy — and this red hot Valentino number is no exception.

Kim Cattrall in Valentino.

Photo: Jon Kopaloff/Getty Images.

2002

Only Halle Berry could pull off arguably the hardest to pull off color on the red carpet: chocolate brown. Then again, we're still looking for something Halle Berry doesn't look perfect in.

Halle Berry in Valentino.

Photo: SGranitz/WireImage.

2001

A slip dress to the Golden Globes? Normally we'd say no way, but there's just something about Kate Hudson in Vera Wang that has us tossing normal red carpet rules out the window.

Kate Hudson in Vera Wang.

Photo: KMazur/WireImage.

2000

At the height of Sex And The City 's prime, it hardly comes as a surprise that fashion icon Sarah Jessica Parker, would show up looking fabulous on the red carpet. We only wish she'd give us a hint to what shoes she's wearing underneath this Richard Tyler tulle gown.

Sarah Jessica Parker in Richard Tyler.

Photo: Frank Micelotta/Getty Images.

1999

Typically we'd shudder at the thought of a two-piece ensemble on the red carpet, but this Pamela Dennis black-and-white duo on Calista Flockhart has us making a special exception.

Calista Flockhart in Pamela Dennis.

Photo: SGranitz/WireImage.

1998

What is it everyone says? Dress for the award you want? That's exactly what Alfre Woodard did in this statuesque bronze gown.

Alfre Woodard in a bronze dress.

Photo: Ron Galella, Ltd./WireImage.

1997

Courtney Love has had her fair share of fashion faux pas moments. But after seeing her in this navy blue garb, we're reminded that this grunge goddess often cleans up real good.

Courtney Love in a navy blue dress.

Photo: Ke.Mazur/WireImage.

1996

It's official: Sharon Stone strutting onto the red carpet in this Vera Wang black and white ensemble (sweater around the shoulders included!) is 2019 #stylegoals.

Sharon Stone in Vera Wang.

Photo: Ke.Mazur/WireImage.

1995

We're always keen on a red carpet look that goes against the grain, so naturally, Uma Thurman showing up to the Golden Globes in this classic satin coat instead of a dress has us bowing our hats.

Uma Thurman in a white coat.

Photo: Steve Granitz/WireImage.

1994

Is it just us, or is Angela Bassett absolutely glowing in this all black Golden Globes ensemble?

Angela Bassett in a black dress.

Photo: Ron Galella/WireImage.

1993

In a sea of little black dresses and sequin shoulder pads, Janine Turner shines in this red, fitted gown.

Janine Turner in a red dress.

Photo: Ron Galella, Ltd/WireImage.

1992

She may not have been able to beat Bette Midler for the Golden Globe, but Michelle Pfeiffer was no doubt the best dressed nominee of the night.

Michelle Pfeiffer in a black gown.

Photo: Ron Galella, Ltd./WireImage.

1991

Ahh the skirt suit. It's no surprise this two-piece trend is making a major comeback when you look at Julia Roberts in this navy blue pinstripe style.

Julia Roberts in a navy blue suit.

Photo: Ron Galella, Ltd./WireImage.

1990

Simply put, Audrey Hepburn could do no wrong — a fact proven by this remarkable ensemble.

Audrey Hepburn in a white satin gown.

Photo: Ron Galella/WireImage.

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Madonna Replies To Butt Implant Rumors — & Can We Leave This BS In 2018?

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On New Year's Eve, Madonna decided to surprise fans at New York City's historic Stonewall Inn with a short and sweet performance of two songs.

But since that night, the internet hasn't been buzzing about the performance, which included her 1989 classic "Like A Prayer, " or the speech she gave on stage, which focused on queer rights. The internet has been obsessing over Madonna's backside.

In videos and photos from the night that have been spread wide and far, the legendary singer appeared to have a fuller derrière. And, thanks to the power of Twitter to turn everything it touches into rubbish, it's led to butt implant rumors and all-out body shaming, with people on Twitter writing messages mocking Madonna.

Amid those rumors, the 60-year-old music icon has decided to take the high road, spreading a body-positive message that should be heard by all.

"Desperately seeking no one's approval," Madonna wrote on Instagram, an obvious nod to her 1985 film Desperately Seeking Susan. "And entitled to free agency over my body like everyone else!" She then wrote out a few pointed hashtags: #respect, #nofear, and #nodiscrimination.

But while Madonna remains unbothered, the conversation around her body this time does feel particularly disheartening, largely because the night, as many people on Twitter have noted, was definitely not about her body. The unannounced, no-frills NYE celebration was supposed to be a rallying cry against hate, and a plea for the acceptance of LGBTQ communities, of which has been a longtime supporter. She went to Stonewall, after all, which is a national historic landmark as the site of the 1969 riots that helped launch the gay rights movement, and she was recently named the venue's ambassador for its landmark 50th anniversary and planned Pride celebrations. Standing alongside her son David Banda (who played guitar for the performance), she offered a speech about the importance of kindness, saying things like, "If we truly take the time to get to know one another, we would find that we all bleed the same color, and we all need to love and be loved," before she sang a single note.

And yet, all anyone left talking about that night was her body.

This is, sadly, the world we live in, where a talented, hugely successful woman can do a good and harmless thing and end up getting criticized. It happens to plenty of women in the spotlight. They dare to do whatever they want with their bodies — like Amandla Stenberg showing her armpit hair on a red carpet or Lourdes Leon, Madonna's daughter, stepping out with unshaved legs and underarms — and get swiftly torn down by the internet because some people don't approve of their choices.

As she's argued in a huge catalog of groundbreaking songs and videos over the past 35 years, Madonna is entitled to do what she wants with her body without fear of public commentary – just like anyone else. But since many people clearly can't understand this premise, we propose a maybe-a-little-late New Year's resolution: Let's leave the comments about women's bodies in 2018, shall we?

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Rashida Tlaib Just Said What Everyone Else Is Too Afraid To Say Out Loud

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On the day Rashida Tlaib, the first Palestinian-American woman elected to Congress, was sworn in as a freshman representative from Michigan, she published an op-ed in the Detroit Free Press making the case for Donald Trump's impeachment.

"President Donald Trump is a direct and serious threat to our country. On an almost daily basis, he attacks our Constitution, our democracy, the rule of law and the people who are in this country. His conduct has created a constitutional crisis that we must confront now," she wrote.

Tlaib went on to list the various impeachable offenses Trump has committed: "obstructing justice; violating the emoluments clause; abusing the pardon power; directing or seeking to direct law enforcement to prosecute political adversaries for improper purposes; advocating illegal violence and undermining equal protection of the laws; ordering the cruel and unconstitutional imprisonment of children and their families at the southern border; and conspiring to illegally influence the 2016 election through a series of hush money payments."

Nobody cared or noticed.

But then, as she spoke to supporters at an event in the hours after her swearing in — in the hours after she literally wore her Palestinian-American pride in the form of the embroidered red and black traditional Thobe she donned to become first Muslim woman to take her seat in Congress — Tlaib recalled the moment she won her election in November.

"And when your son looks at you and says, 'Mama look, you won. Bullies don't win,' and I said, 'Baby, they don't,' because we're gonna go in there and we're going to impeach the motherfucker," she told the crowd.

And everyone collectively lost their shit.

"This is a gift to Trump," tweeted New York Magazine's Jonathan Chait.

CNN's Chris Cilizza wrote that Tlaib's choice of words was, "almost certainly ... the wrong strategy if Democrats want to beat Trump in 2020."

Right wing windbag pundit and former Trump advisor Sebastian Gorka swooned over to the nearest fainting couch and as he was revived with smelling salts he gasped, "In 5 years on Twitter I have avoided (re-)posting anything with foul language. Now I break that rule because of @RashidaTlaib. Forget @AOC. THIS is the face of the Democrats. Are you ready for what they will try to do to our President, @realDonaldTrump?"

It's a good thing for Gorka's mental health and social media feed that Trump definitely never called an entire country a shithole or bragged about grabbing a a woman by the pussy or called a professional athlete a son of a bitch.

Because, to be clear, this outrage comes from the fact that Michigan Rep. Rashida Tlaib called the President a "motherfucker." It has nothing to do with her case for impeachment. It has nothing to do with her calling out his many abuses of power. The outrage comes because a newly-powerful woman in a traditional Palestinian robe used a swear word and people find that terrifying.

Fuck that.

I'm the daughter of a single father and was raised, more often than not, like a buddy instead of a child. But what my father lacked in traditional fatherly values he made up for in candor. It was his opinion that I should enter this world aware of the power of my voice, confident in my own agency. And I'm grateful for that every day.

I tell you this because when I started to read the many, many breathless takes on Tlaib's use of profanity, I was reminded of a lesson my dad taught me when I was 11-years-old. In sixth grade had a math teacher. I struggled in math and my teacher was a bully. One day in class, she demanded I help solve an equation in front of the class. I did it wrong. I took my seat and blinked back tears, and when my teacher turned back to the chalkboard I gave her the middle finger.

Reader: somebody told on me and I got in-school suspension. I deserved it!

And when I brought the slip home from my principal that explained my infraction and required my father's signature, he was furious. He made me explain what happened. I told him about my teacher, about my continuing trouble with this particular equation. I apologized for the profane gesture.

"I don't care about that," said my Dad. "But don't you ever, EVER, say something to somebody's back. You say it to their face." He was deadly serious.

I brought the signed slip in the next day and served my day of in-school suspension. This was the very early 90s and their was no social media. But if there had been, I like to think I would have doubled down and posted a reply like Tlaib's on Twitter.

"I will always speak truth to power. #unapologeticallyMe."

Because now is not the time time for women to apologize for their choice of words. It's time to say what we think to the bully's face.

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These Are The Best Dandruff Shampoos, According To Dermatologists

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Dandruff is one of those common issues many of us struggle with, yet shy away from speaking about. Having white flakes fall on your black turtleneck has been portrayed in beauty campaigns and commercials as a nightmare, but the reality is that dandruff is super common and doesn't have to prevent you from feeling fabulous in black — or in general. Some cases are mild, and others more severe, but thankfully, with the right regimen, dandruff can be easily controlled.

Stephen Pullan, a trichologist at the Philip Kingsley Trichological Clinic in New York, tells Refinery29 that all dandruff doesn't look the same."It can be thought of as dead skin cells shedding off the top layer of the scalp, [which] happens all over the body," he says. "The process can speed up, however, creating visible dandruff, or even worse, [symptoms] such as a bothersome form of flakes that adhere to the hair shaft and can create hair loss."

The good news for people living with this annoying issue, however, is that it is treatable — and it starts with finding the right shampoo. "Dandruff shampoos work to decrease flaking, normalize rapid cell turnover, hydrate the scalp, and indirectly decrease itching," dermatologist and Dove hair expert Francesca Fusco, MD, adds.

Dermatologist Neil Sadick, MD, of Sadick Dermatology in New York City notes that it's important to pay attention to ingredient labels when shopping for cleansers. "Look for shampoos that have ingredients like ketoconazole or zinc pyrithione," he says. "Both of these are chemical compounds have anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties that reduce and prevent fungus growth on the scalp."

To help you have a more soothing shampoo experience, we asked the pros for their favorite formulas for ditching dandruff, ahead.

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According to dermatologist Ellen Marmur, MD, of Marmur Medical, treating mild dandruff at home is as simple as adding a drugstore pick into the mix. "This shampoo has dandruff-fighting agents such as zinc pyrithione, selenium sulfide, and zinc carbonate," she says. "These ingredients work together to moisturize and soothe the scalp to prevent further flaking."



Head & Shoulders Classic Clean Dandruff Shampoo, $6.99, available at Target

Dr. Marmur also recommends this formula, which has 0.5% coal tar. It helps thoroughly cleanse the scalp and relieve itchiness and discomfort caused by scalp psoriasis, seborrheic dermatitis, and dandruff.



Neutrogena T/Gel Therapeutic Dandruff Treatment Shampoo, $9.99, available at Walmart

This classic formula is also a great option for scalp relief. It has selenium sulfide solution, a topical medication used for treating scalp dermatitis and dandruff. It's also silicone- and paraben-free for those avoiding these common ingredients.



Selsun Blue Medicated Anti-Dandruff Shampoo, $6.98, available at Walmart

Dr. Fusco recommends the DermaCare Scalp Soothing Moisture Shampoo to her clients with mild dandruff. "In addition to treating dandruff, this is pH balanced and has nourishing ingredients so you can use it as your everyday shampoo," she says.



Dove Soothing Moisture Anti-Dandruff Shampoo, $4.88, available at Walmart

Dr. Sadick recommends shampooing with Nizoral if you experience regular flaking. "This is a good option because it contains ketoconazole, which is anti-fungal," he says. "Some anti-dandruff shampoos can be slightly harsh on hair, so always use a moisturizing conditioner that doesn't leave behind residue after."



nizoral Nizoral Anti Dandruff Shampoo , $14.89, available at Target

You don't have to compromise the appearance of your strands for a soothed scalp, though — especially if your hair is color-treated. Dr. Sadick recommends this Redken formula for anyone with fresh color. "It's formulated with pyrithione zinc, which treats dandruff without fading hair color," he says.



Redken Scalp Relief Dandruff Control Shampoo, $19, available at Ulta Beauty

For an option that's luxurious and efficacious, grab a bottle of this Malin & Goetz formula. It has pyrithione zinc to treat dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis, while tea-tree oil and eucalyptus extract work to soothe itchiness and make your bathroom smell like you're at a spa.



(Malin + Goetz) Dandruff Shampoo, $28, available at Bloomingdale's

Not only will this formula treat dandruff and cleanse the scalp, but it also has nourishing ingredients like jojoba oil to make your strands softer and smoother after one use.



Jason Naturals Dandruff Relief Treatment Shampoo, $6.19, available at Jet

Salicylic acid and caffeine in this formula work to exfoliate dry scalp and stimulate your follicles, but let's be real — the glossy pink bottle is the real catch.



Oribe Serene Scalp Anti-Dandruff Shampoo, $44, available at Bloomingdale's

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No Sleeves, No Bible, No Problem: This Is How You Take The Oath Of Office In 2019

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It was quite a Moment when the anti-LGBTQ+ Mike Pence swore in Kyrsten Sinema of Arizona as the country's first bisexual senator on Thursday.

Not only did Sinema show up in an unforgettable Marilyn Monroe-meets Elle Woods-meets blonde Miss Frizzle outfit, but she swore on a law book containing the U.S. Constitution rather than a Bible. The book included the texts of the U.S. and Arizona constitutions, according to The Arizona Republic.

"Kyrsten always gets sworn in on a Constitution simply because of her love for the Constitution," her spokesperson John LaBombard told the newspaper.

There is no constitutional requirement for anyone being sworn into any government office to use a Bible, any religious text — or any text at all. You can use We Should All Be Feminists by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie if you like (and we kind of hope one day someone does). But most members of Congress still place their left hand on a Bible: While the 116th Congress is more religiously diverse than any before it, Christians are still overrepresented, at 88.2% compared to 71% of the U.S. adult population, according to a Pew Research Center for Religion and Public Life study cited by Religion News.

"While the number of self-identified Christians in Congress has ticked down, Christians as a whole — and especially Protestants and Catholics — are still overrepresented in proportion to their share in the general public," according to Pew Research. "Indeed, the religious makeup of the new, 116th Congress is very different from that of the United States population."

Sinema broke the mold in more than one way on Thursday. The first Democrat since 1988 to win a Senate race in Arizona, as well as the first bisexual and second openly LGBTQ+ person in the Senate (along with Sen. Tammy Baldwin, a Democrat from Wisconsin), she can also count herself as the only member of Congress who openly considers themselves religiously unaffiliated.

That's a tiny sliver of Congress when you consider that 23% of Americans identify as either atheist, agnostic, or "nothing in particular." But it's a start, and it should have religious extremists like Mike Pence quaking in their shiny shoes.

Sinema's unaffiliated status may be an important first, but she's hardly the first government official to be sworn in on something other than a Bible. According to Religion News reporter Jack Jenkins, among others, John Quincy Adams, the sixth president, was sworn in on a "volume of law." Rep. Tulsi Gabbard from Hawaii, the first person of the Hindu faith in Congress, used a Bhagavad Gita for her swearing-in. Hawaii Sen. Mazie Hirono, a Buddhist, didn't use a book.

On Thursday, both Ilhan Omar of Minnesota and Rashida Tlaib of Michigan were sworn in on Korans; Omar on her grandfather's and Tlaib on a copy from Thomas Jefferson's personal collection.

Simran Jeet Singh, a religion professor and Sikh advocate, tweeted a photo of the various books used to swear in members of the 116th Congress. "Check out the holy books being used to swear in new members," he wrote. "So beautiful to see Muslims, Buddhists, and Hindus represented. This is also America."

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Can You Not: The 10 Common Things That Seriously Irritate Your Boss

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For most employees, getting along with your boss is ideal, if not necessary, for career growth.

In what can sometimes feel like a tightrope walk, manager-employee relationships are some of the most crucial workplace dynamics, with the potential to make or break an employee's success. And yet, there are many things that employees can do to unknowingly piss their bosses off.

Of course, manager-employee dynamics are certainly a two way street. After all, a good, supportive manager has the potential to bring out the best in an employee, whereas a distant, removed boss could very well bring out the worst.

Bearing in mind the symbiosis of the employee-boss relationship, there are a number of actions and habits that tend to drive bosses crazy. From being dishonest about mistakes, to lacking an ability to self start, it's important to be mindful of the ways you may be unknowingly — or unintentionally — irritating your manager. For this reason, we chatted with a managers from a spectrum of industries to gain some insight on the things that majorly annoy them.

Ahead, 10 managers share their biggest employee pet peeves — and how you can not do them! — which will hopefully help you to be a better employee (or at least stay on your manager's good side).

Pet Peeve:

“The employee who always remarks [something] ‘is an issue’ or ‘needs to be done.’ I wonder where their ownership, engagement, and accountability is in resolving an issue.”

Possible solution:

“Change your language and approach. Identify the issue and what you have done [or] are doing to address it. Seek your manager’s feedback and support on solutions you have developed and to create others.”

Gina L. Calder, Vice President, Ambulatory Services

Pet Peeve:

"I have been frustrated by employees that were unhelpful or overly competitive at work – behaviors that place individuals in self-created silos. Reasons include being a glory-hog, blaming others for their own mistakes and being unwilling to do their share of the work. As a manager, I have seen this kind of behavior create serious problems on teams. The less approachable you are, the less likely your team members are to collaborate with you, and it’s much less likely your boss will see you as a team player that deserves a promotion."

Possible solution:

"Give credit to your teammates when things go right; understand that owning up to your mistakes builds your integrity in the workplace; and always make an attempt to participate in any social activities that are organized in the workplace — creating personal connections can help individuals accomplish more work as a team.

"Bonding with fellow employees can make you happier and more engaged at work, which will make you a more supportive team player for your colleagues to lean on, and a star employee in the eyes of your manager. Just a small amount of effort makes a big impact on your manager and colleagues' opinions of you, which will make a big difference in your career.”

Michelle Armer, Chief People Officer at CareerBuilder

Pet Peeve:

“Being late (in general) but especially being late and walking in with a freshly brewed local coffee in hand. I get it, I am tired, too! But, I have to get to work an entire hour before my employees so I can actually get my work done and day organized. “

Possible Solution:

“If you have to be at work at 8 a.m., plan to arrive ten minutes early every day. That way if you hit unexpected traffic, or if the Starbucks line is moving slowly, you will still be on time. This is also great when it comes time for asking for a raise, your manager is more likely to look at you as an overachiever if you arrive early every day. Trust me!”

Caroline Kalentzos, CEO Posh PR

Pet Peeve:

"My greatest pet peeve as a manager is the all-too-common misunderstanding of what a manager's job really is.

"The best managers are responsible for creating the environment in which a team member can be successful. That means a safe respectful workplace with open dialogue. It means removing roadblocks and providing clear goals and feedback.

"Managers are not responsible for your work ethic, your responsibilities, or your achievements. When team members assume their manager owns their growth, it inevitably creates frustration for both parties. There's only so much each of you can do without the other."

Possible Solution:

"Team members should view their relationship with their manager as a partnership. They should take responsibly for their goals and allow the manager to function as a coach, advisor and resource rather than a parent. If you're not getting feedback, ask for it. If you're blaming them for problems, think of solutions that you can lead."

Amanda Daering, CEO, newance

Pet Peeve:

“A common pet peeve is when an employee does not ask enough questions about how to get a job done properly. An employee who shows initiative and is independent is a valuable employee, but there’s a fine line between being self-sufficient and being reckless by not asking for help.”

Possible Solution:

“As a manager, I usually don't want to be bombarded with questions, but I appreciate it when an employee does their due diligence by inquiring about how to deliver the best possible service to our customers and the team.”

—  Nate Masterson, CEO, Maple Holistics

Pet Peeve:

“As a manager I consider myself quite tolerant until someone triggers the lie detector. It's the one thing that I can't stand when employees lie through their teeth. [But] you can't lie forever to your bosses. Lying compromises your integrity and trust, both are essential in employee-employer relationships.”

Possible Solution:

"I would prefer the team member to come over to me, or request for a conference call if they’re uncomfortable with a public conversation, tell me their 'blunder,' and ask me what they should do. If it’s in their power I’d give them time to rectify the situation. If it’s in my power then I’d gladly cover for them or solve their problem. It's better to tell me the truth and find a solution together than lie to me."

"Having said that, a manager would have to be open enough and let team member know that they can trust the manager. Distance between manager-team member relationships often lead to lying and covering up with more lies."

—  Janil Jean, Head of Overseas Operations, Logo Design Guru

Pet Peeve:

"It's a pet peeve to manage people who are okay with the status quo and are not doing everything they can to grow, as they'll make excuses when career-building opportunities come along."

Solution:

"Indispensable people pursue and take on new opportunities with enthusiasm, rather than shying away from them. Say “yes” when your boss asks if you have bandwidth to take on something new, whether that’s pitching a big idea in a meeting or overseeing a new project you haven't handled before. Also, don't forget to be thankful for the opportunity!"

Jourdann Lubliner, Founder + CEO, Electrify PR

Pet Peeve:

“My biggest pet peeve is when a team member is assigned a project but never communicates how the project is progressing. In a startup setting, every person needs to learn to manage-up, and part of that means over-communicating what progress you are making.”

Possible Solution:

“It is the individual's responsibility to flag risks, ask for guidance and tell me when they think a project will hit milestones. If the person is stuck and I keep asking when a milestone will be completed and the date keeps slipping, that person needs to raise the issue.”

Ray Li, CEO, Sene

Pet Peeve:

“Being too apologetic. Quite often, I get messages that begin with ‘Julia, so sorry to bother you, I know you're busy, but I just wanted to ask.’ These messages are from female employees, and to me, it feels like they've been conditioned to act subordinate in any situation, and it makes me very uncomfortable.”

Possible Solution:

“Don't apologize for having questions. Managers are there to answer any and all questions. If a manager is too busy to answer a question, they should let you know that they'll review and answer it a little later, when they're done with whatever they're doing.”

Julia Kravets, Founder, Little Choc Apothecary

Pet Peeve:

"When an employee continues to provide a shifting progress report or a status report. In my line of work, consulting, I have worked with clients across every industry, and employees who are late with a deliverable or work product, will provide an optimistic update with a high percentage complete one week, and then provide a lower percentage complete next week and then it changes again the week after."

Possible Solution:

"Employees should provide the most conservative estimate for progress achieved and should not go to a decreasing amount. The amount of progress should always be on an upward trend."

Nick H. Kamboj, CEO, Aston & James

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The Sharp Kitchen Essentials That Will Actually Help Keep You Organized

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No matter how disorganized our bedrooms, bathrooms, or living rooms get, we're still going to sleep, shower, and watch Netflix in them. But clutter of the kitchen variety has the power to make us kiss cooking goodbye altogether. Tidy and well-stocked kitchens make for a welcoming space — but when silverware drawers, spice racks, and cabinets get out of hand, our desire to make a homemade meal goes in the garbage (that should have been be taken out yesterday).

Starting from square one with a deep kitchen clean or restructuring seems daunting, but it doesn't have to be. In order to avoid blowing our future grocery budgets on one too many takeout orders, we rounded up the top storage essentials to help keep those messes at bay. Scroll on to stock up on the organization goods that will help to manage all your gadgets and groceries — and also prevent your kitchen from turning into the wild, wild West (cue counter tumbleweed made from miscellaneous crumbs).

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Whether you're stocking beer or soda pop, this hanging loft frees up space in the fridge while also minimizing pesky rolling bottle avalanches.



Cool Loft BottleLoft, $38, available at Uncommon Goods

Don't cram your miscellaneous spices onto the back shelf — instead present them proudly (and cleanly) on this clear, acrylic wall rack.



Pretty Display Acrylic Spice Rack, $29.99, available at Amazon

This multi-purpose storage rack is the epitome of kitchen convenience with its fridge-friendly magnetic attachment capabilities.



JAMARI Magnetic Kitchen Organization Rack, $51.99, available at Birch Lane

Save precious counter space with this hanging basket trio — fill it up with any kitchen odds and ends, from colorful linens to fresh fruits and crisp veggies.



Urban Outfitters Three Tier Hanging Basket, $39, available at Urban Outfitters

Remember your shower caddy from good old college days? This is the adult kitchen equivalent — and it's just as vital for a clean sink.



Oxo Good Grips Stainless Steel Sink Caddy, $14.99, available at Amazon

You can mount this acacia wood shelf plus stemware hanger for streamlined, stylish, and expanded storage.



Anthropologie Live Edge Bar Shelf, $178, available at Anthropologie

Whether in your fridge or in your cupboard, these lazy-Susan turntables are there to conveniently contain all your favorite sauces and seasonings.



mDesign Lazy Susan Spinning Food Storage, $22.99, available at Amazon

Dry and showcase your daintiest glasses in organized and cautious style with this sculptural copper rack.



Cost Plus World Market Copper 3 Tier Glass Drying Rack, $16.98, available at Cost Plus World Market

Under the sink is a dark, cluttered, and scary place — but it no longer needs to be, thanks to The Container Store's all-encompassing starter kit.



The Container Store Under the Sink Starter Kit, $48.94, available at Container Store

Just as shoebox apartments lack closets, they also lack pantries — and that's exactly where this over-the-door, 15-pocket hanging organizer comes into convenient play.



SimpleHouseware Over The Door Hanging Pantry Organizer, $12.87, available at Amazon

If your kitchen is tight on storage space for clunky pots and pans, then this wall-mounted rack is your sleek and stylish savior.



Zipcode Design Straight Bar Wall Mounted Pot Rack, $74.98, available at Wayfair

We've already covered bottles, but what about cans? This sleek InterDesign bin serves dual purpose as a container and a shelf.



InterDesign Linus Fridge Binz , $19.98, available at The Container Store

Unless you live in an expansive country kitchen, big bulky knife blocks take up too much space — so instead opt for this sleek magnetic strip to hang your stainless steel blades.



Modern Innovations Stainless Steel Magnetic Knife Bar, $16.98, available at Amazon

Don't find yourself in this kitchen nightmare: a drawer filled with mismatched cutlery and entangled cooking tools. Instead, make reaching for a spatula or spoon an easy dream with this compartmentalizing starter kit.



InterDesign Kitchen Drawer Organizer, $14.99, available at Amazon

Mo' shelves, [no] mo' problems.



Rebrilliant Under Shelf Basket, $12.99, available at Wayfair

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The Products I Use To Revive My Heat-Damaged Curls

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It's been nearly two months since I made the decision to cut my hair and reclaim my curls. After years of weekly blowouts, my hair was looking limp thanks to heat damage, so I wanted to start living my life with my hair health top of mind. And while I thought that chopping off over 10 inches of my hair would be the toughest part of my transition, the hard work was actually in creating an entirely new regimen for my hair.

When I was straightening my hair, I was committed to frizz-fighting products and whatever shampoo smelled great (give me all the coconuts). But now that I'm taking a major break from the flat iron, my new routine is focused on moisturizing and reviving my curls.

"There are lots of women that have the misunderstanding that they to have to find the products that are going to make their hair curly," says New York-based curl expert Mona Baltazar, a.k.a. @themonacut. "But what they need to realize is that if you're transitioning, those aren't your curls. So, you want to focus on the process of getting back your real curls and pattern, and what you're feeding your hair to do so."

And that's exactly what I did. With help from Baltazar and some research, I stocked up on products that I felt would help me nourish my curls. After a few weeks of trial and error, I found the products that are currently working for me. Emphasis on "currently," because, according to Baltazar, as my hair changes, so will its needs.

It's also important to remember that everyone's hair is different, so what may work for me might give you the same results. But let my picks serve as inspiration. Ahead, the hair products I'm loving during my transition from heat-damaged hair to thriving, natural curls.

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A Look At My Curls

After my cut, my natural curls did spring up more than expected, but they still felt a little damaged — especially towards the front. Baltazar also let me know that the back of my hair needed more attention with hydrating products because it was drier than the rest of my head.

Shampoo & Conditioner

When I was in the salon for my big chop, Baltazar used Olaplex's shampoo and conditioner on my hair, which I assumed was for color-treated hair. I quickly learned that color-treated and transitioning hair should be treated similarly, because both are damaged. "Anytime you put a chemical in your hair, straighten it, or manipulate the natural [curl] pattern of your hair, you have damaged it somewhat," says Baltazar.

She recommended that I add bond-repairing treatments to my new routine, and so I started using Olaplex at home. I shampoo twice a week with the No. 4 formula and condition once a week with the No. 5 (I use a deep conditioner on every other wash day). Although the bottles are small, a little goes a long way and my strands feel so much smoother after I wash. Once I rinse out both products, I can see the difference in my wet curls. It seems like they spring up more and more with every wash.



Olaplex No. 5 Bond Maintenance™ Conditioner, $28, available at Sephora

Olaplex No. 4 Bond Maintenance™ Shampoo, $28, available at Sephora

Clarifying Shampoo

Before my appointment, I didn't know product buildup on the scalp could inhibit hair growth — and apparently I had a lot of it. Baltazar recommended I get a clarifying shampoo to keep my roots clear of debris. I came across this exfoliating shampoo from Briogeo, and my scalp has never felt cleaner. It has even gotten paint out of my hair, which no shampoo was getting out. I take a generous amount from the tub and shampoo as I regularly would. I use it once every two weeks, swapping out the Olaplex shampoo.



Briogeo Charcoal + Coconut Oil Micro-exfoliating Shampoo, $33.6, available at Sephora

Deep Conditioner

When you're creating a hair regimen for your transition, you should be investing more time and money in hydrating treatments, suggests Baltazar. This conditioning mask has rave reviews online, and it lives up to all the praise. When I'm low on time after shampooing, I let it sit for three minutes and rinse — which still makes a significant difference. But I try to leave deep conditioning for days when I have the time to leave it on for 20-30 minutes (and watch some TV in the meantime).

My hair was extremely dehydrated from all the heat damage, and this mask deserves credit for giving my curls newfound bounciness and shine. The formula literally melts into my strands and leaves them feeling extremely smooth.



DevaCurl Melt into Moisture Matcha Butter Conditioning Mask, $36, available at Sephora

Styling Cream

When it comes to styling products, Baltazar says there is room to experiment. "This is where you can play, because no styling product is going to make your curls any better while transitioning," says Baltazar, meaning that there aren't products that will change your curl pattern. You can only enhance what you have.

I found this defining cream in R29 's beauty closet. The spearmint oil and shea butter in the ingredients list stood out to me. For those days when I don't have much to do, I apply this product solo by running my fingers through my hair. It softens my curls, but it doesn't really give them much form — that's why I use a second product on days when I'm headed out to work or meeting friends. Warning: You'll want to be careful with this cream, because layering on too much can weigh hair down.



Kenra Curls + Coils Defining Cream, $9.99, available at Ulta Beauty

Mousse

While the Cantu product moisturizes, this mousse, which Baltazar used on me during my curly cut, gives me curl definition. I only scrunch on about three golf ball-sized dollops, because too much leaves my hair with that crunchy feel. But it really gives my curls some shape. To dry, I go in with a blowdryer and diffuser. With this method, I'm not applying heat directly to my curls so I don't have to worry about damage.



Kenra Professional Curl Glaze Mousse 13, $17, available at Ulta Beauty

Refreshing Spray

It doesn't end there. I don't wash my hair every day, so I do need to freshen up my curls some mornings. I had this leave-in spray in my collection before my transition, and I decided to bring it into my new regimen. It doesn't make my hair feel heavy, and it gives my strands a perfectly refreshed shine. On day two or three, I spray this leave-in on my hands, fluff my hair, and go.



Dark and Lovely Damage Slayer The Protector Leave-in Spray, $25.19, available at Walmart

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The Perfect Tattoos For People Who Hate Tattoos

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Small and delicate tattoos are all the rage right now, and they're especially perfect for anyone looking to get some ink without getting too much attention. Their hidden placement — often behind the ear, on the finger, or the back of the arm — can lend an edgy sense of mystery to them, even more so when they're done in white.

White tattoos are practically invisible, which is why it may come as a surprise to learn that a ton of It girls, like Kendall Jenner, Cara Delevingne, and Shay Mitchell, have them.

Ahead, we've rounded up our favorite celebrity white tattoos (plus a few examples from those without a checkmark next to their Instagram handle) that'll make even the most body art-averse maybe, just maybe, start to change their tune...

If you're looking for dainty tattoo inspiration, click to follow @soltattoo on Instagram. Not only does the Seoul-based shop create hyper-realistic caricatures, they also sprinkle the prettiest soft white ink designs throughout their feed.

When you like your music loud but your tattoos subtle, this treble clef design hits all the right notes.

White ink is the coolest trend to happen to your ears since helix cartilage piercings — but it's the butterfly outline that gives this look a personal touch.

Want to take you and your bestie's friendship to the next level? Trade in your bracelets for two half-heart tattoos.

Back in 2014, Cara Delevingne added a white tattoo, which reads "breathe deep," to her collection. Who doesn't need a reminder to do that every now and then?

@caradelevingne

Kendall Jenner got a tiny white dot by the NYC-based celebrity tattoo artist JonBoy, and he told us about how it came to be: "To her, it's the little things that matter. And the white color was because she didn’t want it to show with modeling and all that."

@jonboytattoo

Jenner also got inked in white with BFF Hailey Baldwin, then revealed the true meaning of the tattoo on her website. "The one on my right hand is a full heart to represent an angel, and my left is a broken heart — kind of like the devil side," she wrote. The white, shattered heart on her left hand matches the shattered heart in red on Baldwin's inner finger.

PHOTO: VIA @HAILEYBISBORING

Shay Mitchell showed off her super-subtle inner wrist art on Instagram back in 2012. "Infinite #love for my girls ...," she captioned the post.

@shaymitchell

This anchor would be barely noticeable to anyone besides your manicurist.

@erni_sascha

Not only is the ink badass, that's some major brow and highlight inspiration, too.

@connie_correa

These matching finger tattoos from NYC's West 4 Tattoo are so chic, especially with a polished mani.

@wickynicky

The back of the neck is an ideal place to hide a tattoo if you have long hair. Do it in white, and no one will ever know until you want them to.

@connietattoos

Nothing pairs with a Cartier bracelet quite like a diamond...

Who lives in a pineapple under the sea?

From the same tattoo artist who gave Jenner and Baldwin their BFF white ink, this design reads "stando sana" (which translates to "staying healthy" in Italian).

All the commands you'd find on a remote control to help guide you through life's narrative.

A minimalist's dream, this cornicello outline by tattooist Christopher Vasquez is the subtlest way to bring good luck wherever you go.

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18 Bucket Bags To Buy When Mansur Gavriel Isn't An Option

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The bucket bag has a universally appealing shape: It's structured, but not too structured; fashionable, but not too trendy, and it's the happy medium between a too-large tote and a too-small clutch. It's also one silhouette that both luxury designers and mass retailers have gotten behind (with fervor) in recent seasons, churning out different size, color, and material variations left and right. And while the original cult favorite belongs to Mansur Gavriel, it's hard to walk into any store without seeing some type of bucket bag these days.

If you're holding out for the OG, we get it. But if you're looking for some alternative options that are a little more wallet-friendly, there are plenty of just-as-worthy bucket bags (like the ones ahead) that you can sling over your shoulder now.

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And of course, if you have your heart set on the original...



Mansur Gavriel Bucket Bag, $595, available at Mansur GavrielPhoto Courtesy of Mansur Gavriel.

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Sephora Just Made A Huge Change To Its Beauty Insider Program

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The only thing better than buying new beauty products is being rewarded for buying new beauty products with even more new beauty products. If you're a member of Sephora's loyalty beauty program, you already know this from experience. But if you've been holding strong to that VIB status since Lin-Manuel Miranda was playing Alexander Hamilton on Broadway, the retailer recently made a few updates to its Beauty Insider Program point system that you might want to know about.

So, what's changed? Now, members of all three Beauty Insider Program tiers — Insider, VIB, and Rouge — will get to choose a gift during their birthday month from Drunk Elephant or Kat Von D, while VIB and Rouge cardholders are exclusively offered the option of a third gift set that changes on a monthly basis. VIB and Rouge members (sorry, Insiders) are now also able to customize their perks by choosing from three additional benefits, including aggregating points in their account, a deluxe in-store makeover experience (which can be shared with a friend), or free express shipping.

As you'll recall, back in August, Sephora adjusted the point system so that the number of points you earn per purchase depends on your membership tier: Insiders receive 1 point for every $1 they spend, VIB members receive 1.25 points per $1, and Rouge receives 1.5 points per $1. But what do you do with all those points once you earn them? While you can totally hoard your points for big-buck offers (like the occasional full-sized bestseller), you could also cash them in as you go for mini 100-, 250-, 500-, and 750-point rewards that last a lot longer than you'd think.

To make that deliberation process easier, we've rounded up the best gratis products you can earn from Sephora's Rewards Bazaar right now. Keep clicking to check them out.

100-Point Reward: NARS Velvet Matte Lipstick Pencil in Do Me Baby

A vampy lipstick that flatters everyone — in a size small enough to hide in your date-night clutch.

100-Point Reward: Naturally Serious Mask-Imum Revival Hydra-Plumping Mask

A TSA-friendly mask that revives and hydrates skin... even after that flight from hell.

100-Point Reward: Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder Glow

The set-it-and-forget-it powder that illuminates, bakes, and keeps everything in place with even the lightest dusting.

100-Point Reward: Ole Henriksen C-Rush Brightening Gel Crème

Finally, you have a chance to try the insanely popular brightening eye cream that's always out of stock.

100-Point Reward: Versace Dylan Blue Pour Femme

A fruity floral that doesn't make you nauseous — and it's free? Sold.

100-Point Reward: Milk Makeup Blur Stick

The fuss-free primer that hides oily skin in seconds is available in a compact stick that's made for people who love matte makeup, but are also really lazy.

250-Point Reward: Viktor&Rolf Flowerbomb

You probably already love this fragrance — you know, like everyone else in the world — but now you'll have a deluxe-size bottle that fits in every carry-on case.

500-Point Reward: Benefit Cosmetics Haul of Faves

These makeup must-haves may be pint-sized, but the mileage on every last one — including a mascara, bronzer, setting powder, cheek and lip tint, and primer — is worth cashing in your points for.

500-Point Reward: Murad Hydration Heroes

Hydrate and exfoliate with this four-step skin system from Murad that — bonus — includes some handy cotton patches, so you can actually give you under eyes the TLC they deserve.

500-Point Reward: Amorepacific Botanical Beauties

A skin-care regimen that's so gentle, it's like a hug for your irritated, sensitive skin.

500-Point Reward: Tarte Glowgetter & Jetsetter

Sure, the temperatures are below freezing, but no one said you have to ditch your summer glow just because it's winter. This five-piece skin and makeup set will make sure you never have to make that seasonal sacrifice again.

750-Point Reward: Tarte Love From Tarte Discovery Set

Interested in trying more from Tarte? This discovery set of best-sellers — including the Amazonian Clay Foundation and budge-proof Lights, Camera, Lashes Mascara — will teach you everything you need to know.

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Manicure Inspo That Won’t Give You Short-Nail Shame

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Raise your hand if you've apologized to your manicurist for your super-short nails. Now why do we do that? Long, bedazzled, Cardi B-inspired claws might get all the love on Instagram right now — and they are badass — but short nails are cute in their own right. Plus, they'll never annoy the hell out of you when you're clicking away on your keyboard, trying to remove your contact lenses, or opening a can of La Croix.

According to the pros, the trick to making short nails feel more glamorous is to make them look purposeful by keeping them clean, smooth, and shaped. "The most important part of ensuring your nails look great at any length is taking good care of your hands," Megan Richardson and Gretchen Tiernan, owners of Sand Spa, explain. "Short nails look best when your cuticles are pushed back and you can see your half moons."

Groomed, short nails might allow for a more practical morning, but that's not to say you can't fake the look of more length — manicurists can even paint them in ways that give the illusion of a longer nail bed. As famed nail artist Miss Pop told us: "Nail art is not long-nail exclusive. If you’re a nail biter, just focus the attention not on the tip, but down to the cuticle."

Whether you're after the chic look, or just want to rest your nails between gel extensions, we've rounded up the coolest manis to copy now, no long-term growth plan required, ahead.

Teensy gold stars add a little sparkle to short nails, while keeping the overall look sophisticated.

Soft pink peonies and gold wire accents would make even the most loyal acrylic-devotee consider going natural.

Tiny and precise details make all the difference.

A thin stripe of sparkly glitter running vertically from your cuticle to the end of your nail makes a statement without being overly embellished.

You can make an evil eye mani a little more interesting by making the base color a shade lighter than your skin tone, placing the eye contour at the base of your cuticle, and adding some long lashes to the adjacent nail.

Ombré glitter spillage also gives the illusion that your nails are longer than they actually are — and it's an easy DIY, too.

Parallel purple lines are so simple, yet have an elongating effect when they're thin and placed towards the middle portion of the nail.

Negative space makes everything cooler, even this tutti-frutti mani.

A vertical Gucci stripe is always going to be chic, even if your nails are on the shorter side.

A tiny gold-stud cuticle decal is a delicate way to give a short nail some pizzazz.

There's something about a tiny white dot that elevates any neutral manicure.

Bright red polish looks good on any nail shape, no matter the length. But if yours are on the shorter side, try making red your accent color on top of something softer, like a baby blue.

"Wearing a solid color or dark color might make [nails] look smaller," Pop says. So she loves the idea of playing with negative space and covering the entire nail in a pattern, like imperfect polka dots.

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14 K-Beauty Face Masks That Make All The Others Seem Boring

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A serious masking session is like pressing the backspace button and effectively deleting last night's tequila shots and sweaty dance party, or the fact that you didn't wash off your makeup when you stumbled in at 3 a.m. They can draw out impurities, transform your texture, brighten your complexion instantly, and even provide a Gatorade-like swig of hydration. Whatever the claim, masks are generally intensive treatments that translate into instant (sometimes mic-dropping) gratification.

Right now, some of our favorite masks are coming from overseas, under the broad and growing category of Korean skin care. In South Korea, the “put a mask on it” mantra has spawned multiple categories, including peel-off, modeling, bubble, water, sleeping masks, and even finger masks. It’s also common to layer different treatments in a sort of mask cocktail to address specific needs (for example, a clay mask to purify pores paired with a hydrogel sheet mask to rehydrate).

Things can get a little confusing with the overwhelming number of masks claiming to be one-shot wonders. Ahead, find a list of superstars to give you the lay of the land and save you from picking up a dud sheet mask next time you're standing in the checkout line. Read on to discover some of the newest and coolest K-beauty masks you aren't using yet, but definitely should be.

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Avocado Mask

After the success of the watermelon formulas, it's only natural that Glow Recipe's Avocado Sleeping Mask would be a hit, too. The essence of avocado is not only apparent in the shape of the textured glass jar, but also infused throughout the gel-cream hybrid moisturizer in four forms — avocado flesh, avocado extracts, avocado oil, and avocado butter — to reduce inflammation and lock in moisture while you sleep.



Glow Recipe Avocado Melt Sleeping Mask, $45, available at Sephora

Rubber Mask

This effective, albeit frightening, face mask delivers the benefits of a rubber mask (like those DIY ones we love) without all that goopy mess. This one even earned an honorable mention in this year's Beauty Innovator Awards.



Dr. Jart+ Dr. Jart+ Shake + Shot Rubber Brightening Mask, $12, available at Birchbox

Sheet Mask

If you want to jump on board the Korean beauty "glass skin" craze, this is the sheet mask to get you there. Designed to deeply moisturize skin in just 20 minutes, the hree-layer pulp sheet is soaked in a nutrient-enriched essence containing avocado extract and macadamia nut oil to enhance elasticity for a plumper complexion. Just another point for avocados.



Tony Moly Tonymoly I'm Real Avocado Mask Sheet, $2.72, available at Walmart

Gel Mask

This pink gel mask is cooling, soothing, and gentle enough to use every day if you want to pack in the moisture. And if you're not into wearing sheet masks on airplanes, this is the mask for you: It's almost completely transparent, so even if you're wearing a heavy layer, it just looks like you have dewy dumpling skin.



Thank You Farmer Thank You Farmer Back To Relax Soothing Gel Mask, $38, available at Anthropologie

Peel-Off Mask

Just a few months post-launch, this Memebox mask sold out twice at Ulta Beauty. It's loaded with soothing oat extract, as well as exfoliating pearl powder and diamond dust for brightening. Once it's fully dried, it's meant to be carefully peeled off — which anyone who spent their elementary school days peeling dried Elmer's glue off their fingers will find insanely satisfying.



I Dew Care I Dew Care Disco Kitten Mask, $23, available at Ulta Beauty

Watermelon Mask

We know this pink Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow mask is really good because it sold out in just five hours immediately after launch, and racked up a waitlist of over 5,000 people in the process. Why are people so eager to get their hands on it? Perhaps because it contains so many skin-softening ingredients, including hyaluronic acid, exfoliating alpha hydroxy acids, and soothing watermelon extract. It can be used as a normal mask (keep it on for 10-20 minutes and then rinse it off) or you can wear it overnight for even more brightening action.



Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Sleeping Mask, $22, available at Sephora

Foaming Clay Mask

These clay masks from Dr. Jart+ are meant to transform into foaming cleansers upon contact with water. In our experience, there was very little foaming action, but as clay masks, they purified and exfoliated skin like a dream — without that typical tight feeling. We especially love the fact that they come in squeeze tubes, which makes the clay less likely to dry out or get contaminated by grubby fingers.



Dr. Jart+ Dermaclear™ Trans-Foam Clay Trio, $35, available at Sephora

Charcoal Modeling Mask

Just add water to mix up a heavy-duty charcoal concoction that gets all the gunk out of your pores.



Glow Recipe Modeling Rubber Mask - Charcoal, $6, available at Glow Recipe

Exfoliating Mask

This sheet mask is soaked in enzymes from pineapples and lemons, plus salicylic acid, all of which gently exfoliate dull skin.



Karuna Exfoliating + Face Sheet Mask, $28, available at Ulta Beauty

Brightening Mask

The Saturday Skin mask is a must-have for dull winter skin: It's moisturizing, cooling, and gives your face an instant glow. A good pick for the Sunday mornings when you're regretting how many vodka sodas you downed the night before.



Saturday Skin Spotlight Brightening Mask, $6, available at Sephora

Water Mask

Also designed for overnight use, this mask harnesses the power of bamboo water, known for its moisturizing qualities. Even if you drag your ass into bed at 4 a.m., you'll wake up looking way more well-rested than you actually are.



Erborian Bamboo Waterlock, $34.4, available at Soko Glam

Finger Mask

The coolest addition to the Korean masking scene, these fun finger masks are a 15-minute indulgence that takes your cuticles from cracked to soft and smooth. Plus, it leaves your hands smelling like fresh flowers for hours afterward.



Le Mini Macaron Rose - Nail Mask, $4.5, available at Le Mini Macaron

Milk Mask

You know the old wives' tale about drinking a glass of warm milk before bed for better sleep? Although it's not 100% proven, this mask is making us think that the calming properties of milk might not be total BS. Drenched in milk and aloe extracts, this sheet mask can make even the most pissed-off skin soft and supple. It even has enough excess essence to use on your body, too.



Miss Haus Pure Milk Sheet Mask (Hydrating), $2.5, available at Missha

Lip Mask

We like to think of this option as a sheet mask for your lips. It's just as easy to use, too: Place the patch over your lips and leave it on for 15 minutes before peeling it off. Then rub the excess serum into your skin and let the formula work its magic.



Skinfood Pomegranate Collagen Lip Mask, $4, available at Soko Glam

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Congresswoman Ilhan Omar's Nails Make More Than Just A Beauty Statement

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On Thursday, the U.S. House of Representatives' new class streamed into the U.S. Capitol for the very first time, bringing with them a bevy of beauty looks that have rarely been seen inside the prestigious government building. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez of New York wore her signature red lipstick. Rep. Ayanna Pressley of Massachusetts wore her hair in twists. And Rep. Ilhan Omar of Minnesota, who came to the U.S. as a refugee from Somalia and is one of the first Muslim-American women in Congress, wore a hijab and jet-black nails.

The bold manicure has been a signature of Omar's. If you look back at campaign events, news conferences, and rallies from the past year, she is almost always sporting long, almond- or square-shaped, black nails.

And while this may seem like no news at all, in D.C. politics a bold nail color is actually something to talk about.

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Rep. Ilhan Omar outside of the Capitol Photo: Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images

Before Supreme Court Associate Justice Sonia Sotomayor's confirmation hearings, she was reportedly briefed by President Obama's team to only wear neutral nail polish. But on the day of the White House reception celebrating her appointment, Sotomayor showed up with nails that were fire-engine red, a color commonly associated with pride and celebration for many Latinas.

That spirit inspired future congresswomen like Ocasio-Cortez, who shared the story on Twitter and mentioned that Sotomayor's devotion to bold color is what inspired her own choice to wear gold hoops to her swearing-in ceremony. "Next time someone tells Bronx girls to take off their hoops, they can just say they’re dressing like a Congresswoman," she wrote.

And while most other new congresswomen stuck to the status quo on Thursday, wearing light pink polish or no polish at all, it's refreshing to see women like Omar expressing themselves with beauty in the same way their constituents do. Like, who doesn't love a black manicure?

What Omar's dark nail polish is also quietly doing here (whether she intends it to or not) is showing that congresswomen don't have to style themselves to look like one homogenous group in order to be taken seriously. In 2019, everything — from the style of their hair to the color of their lips to the shade of their nails — is up for them to decide. And thank goodness for that.

Refinery29 has reached out to Omar's office for further details and will update this story when we hear back.

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Every December 31, we make New Year's resolutions that we either loyally keep or break before February hits. While it's hard to predict how steadfast we'll be about meal prepping or giving up that post-work glass of wine, we do know we'll be holding true to at least one promise: We're totally breaking out of our makeup rut in 2019.

Now that the holiday festivities are all said and done, we could use a total routine refresh. We're ditching our dried-out lipsticks and dusty eyeshadow palettes for new launches from our favorite drugstore brands. Think: tons of mascaras, glitter eyeshadows, and buttery lip tints that don't go over the $20 mark.

Whether you're as beauty-obsessed as we are or you stick to a strict regimen that hasn't changed in years, adding some new residents to your makeup bag is just as exciting as swapping that $12 Sweetgreen salad for a homemade meal — if not more.

Ahead, the best makeup launches to hit the drugstore in 2019.

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Athleisure beauty seems to be on the brink of trending yet again, thanks to CoverGirl's most recent launch: a four-piece collection made for people who love working up a sweat almost as much as they love makeup. Although the launch includes a waterproof foundation and eyeliner, as well as a setting mist, our personal favorite is the Lash Blast mascara. Just like the original, this beloved formula does not clump or budge — whether you're in the midst of a 45-minute cardio workout or just a commute that feels 45 minutes longer than it should be.



COVERGIRL LashBlast Active Mascara, $8.99, available at Walgreens

This month, Neutrogena prepares to launch its exclusive N by Neutrogena line at Walmart — and if you're interested in finding your favorites fast, look no further than the sheer cheek tints. They're easy, travel-friendly, and require nothing but your fingertips for an effortless application.

N By Neutrogena Cheeky Wink Bouncy Blush, $6.47, available January 28 at Walmart.

In search of a liquid highlighter that simply makes you look well-rested — and not like you were sent to Earth to gather alien intel? This subtle yet instantly illuminating formula is exactly what you need.

N By Neutrogena Glow On Liquid Highlighter in Supernova, $7.37, available January 28 at Walmart.

We get it: Not everyone is a liquid lipstick person. If you want the opacity of a liquid lip, but the softness of a gloss, opt for Nyx's new juicy lip creams. Available in 12 shades (including a sultry nude and funky blue), these intensely pigmented lipsticks deserve to be your next winter go-to.



NYX Candy Slick Glowy Lip Color, $6.5, available at Nyx Cosmetics

When it comes to 2019 eyeshadows, it's safe to say that dull nudes are out and bold jewel tones are in. Nyx recently launched two versions of this electric Off Tropic palette, and we're leaning more towards the warm neutrals in the Shifting Sand iteration.



NYX Off Tropic Shadow Palette, $20, available at Nyx Cosmetics

You can't deny that skin-care sticks have been a hit this year. Following up the success of stick serums, sunscreens, cleansers, and mask s comes Wet n Wild's stick primers — available in both luminous and matte finishes.



Wet n Wild Photo Focus Matte Primer Stick, $4.99, available at Wet n Wild

Prefer something more lightweight? This facial mist doubles as a skin-care remedy for irritated skin and a primer for makeup.



Wet n Wild Photo Focus Primer Water, $4.99, available at Wet n Wild

Prepare to ditch your eyeshadow brushes for good once you get your hands on these foiled cream shadows. Use your fingers to paint on one of the 12 intense metallic shades for a smudge-resistant and crease-proof look that actually lasts 24 hours. (Although if you are wearing it for 24 straight hours, we'd love to know exactly what you're doing.)



Almay Velvet Foil Cream Shadow, $7.99, available at Ulta Beauty

Although everyone has been on top of the falsies game this year, we're still devoted to mascara. Milani's Dangerous Lengths is the best alternative to expensive extensions we've seen so far far. It's jet black, dramatic, and infused with flexible waxes and fiber polymers to make sure you never leave the house with awkward clumps.



Milani Dangerous Lengths - Ultra-Def 3D Mascara, $9.99, available at Milani

Not into the sparkle and shine? This all-matte palette is perfect for on-the-go makeup, whether you're looking for quick definition in the crease or a decorative smoky eye.



Maybelline The Matte Bar Eyeshadow Palette, $11.99, available at Ulta Beauty

When stick highlighters first launched, they got a bad rap for being too dry and stiff. Thankfully, this drugstore innovation has a hyaluronic acid-infused formula that's not greasy or chalky on the skin. Even better, it's available in three shades: Moonstone, Rose Gold, and Sandstone.

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Illuminator, $14.99, available at mass retailers in January 2019.

We love the original Total Temptation mascara so much, we don't even mind that all we're getting this year is one new shade. The Deep Cocoa hue is for anyone who's not here for the drama, and it's just as conditioning as the original, coconut-infused formula.



Maybelline Total Temptation Mascara, $9.49, available at Ulta Beauty

No time to mess with brush blending and a 16-shade shadow palette? Consider swapping out the clutter for these colorful sticks from Wet n Wild. Ultra-creamy and intensely pigmented, these eye crayons make it easy to create a bold look — on your lips, eyes, or cheeks — in a pinch.

Wet n Wild Color Icon Multi-Stick, $2.99, available exclusively at Walmart in January 2019.



Wet n Wild Color Icon Multi-Stick- Royal Scam, $2.99, available at Wet n Wild

Looking for a hydrating alternative to Glossier's Generation G lipsticks? Look no further than these buttery lip tints from Physicians Formula. Thanks to the tucuma, cupuaçu, and murumuru butters, you'll never have to worry about chapped lips again.



Physicians Formula Murumuru Butter Lip Cream SPF 15, $7.95, available at Physicians Formula

A mascara that bends for comfort, lifts lashes right at the root, and comes in a waterproof option? We're sold.



L'Oréal Unlimited Length and Lift Mascara, $12.99, available at Ulta Beauty

With colors like neon lights finely milled and pressed into a silky powder, Revlon's new micro-sized palettes will satisfy your every party mood.



Revlon ColorStay Looks Book Eyeshadow Palette, $9.99, available at Ulta Beauty

Gone are the days when we'd sacrifice the sanctity of our lips' moisture for a long-lasting matte lipstick. L'Oréal's latest launch is a lightweight, non-drying formula that leaves lips with a healthy stain even after the top coat of color wears off.



L'Oréal Rouge Signature Matte Lip Ink, $11.99, available at Ulta Beauty

Jelly highlighters have been trending — and selling out — since last winter. It's no wonder that Nyx finally launched its own version in the form of this bouncy chrome formula.



NYX A Bit Jelly Gel Illuminator, $15, available at Nyx Cosmetics

A formula that promises to boost your lash volume is good, but the unique, twisted wand on this one is even better. With super-stiff plastic bristles, you can get as deep into your lashline as you need. Every lash gets coated and the lift won't flake away by noon.

Rimmel Scandaleyes WOW Mascara, $6, available at mass retailers in January 2019.

Hiding the breakout you woke up with just got easier thanks to Neutrogena's tone-correcting, mattifying green-tinted primer formula.



Neutrogena Healthy Skin® Prep + Correct Primer, $14.99, available at Neutrogena

Not looking for anything extra? This wax-free formula will help your lashes look like your lashes — just a little better. The tapered, curved wand coats every tiny, wilted lash in a pigment that's so easy to take off, there'll be no lash casualties left on your cotton pad.



Maybelline Snapscara Washable Mascara, $7.99, available at Ulta Beauty

Almay's latest innovation takes the fuss out of brow gel, thanks to the new wand, which has a longer and thinner shape that allows for the tiny bristles to evenly and precisely distribute pigment to your brow hairs — and not the skin surrounding your brows.



Almay Brow Styler, $8.49, available at Ulta Beauty

Physicians Formula has made a name for itself with its buttery powder formulas. Now, after launching bronzers, blushes, and highlighters, the brand is using the same bouncy formula in an eyeshadow palette. (It's so soft, you won't need a brush.)



Physicians Formula Murumuru Butter Eyeshadow Palette- Tropical Days, $16.95, available at Physicians Formula

No, it's not too good to be true: Setting powders that match deeper skin tones without leaving a white, chalky residue really do exist.



NYX Can't Stop Won't Stop Setting Powder, $12, available at Nyx Cosmetics

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Turn Tangled Jewels Into Organized Luxury With These Over-The-Door Hangers

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Like the earbud wires that used to mysteriously play twister in our purses and pockets post Ariana Grande jam sessions, our jewelry seems to follow aggressively-tangled suit, no matter where or how gingerly we lay it down. Attempting to accessorize from a chaotic pile of necklaces that have somehow worked themselves into a Gordian knot of rings, bracelets, and backless earrings, is nothing short of our darkest nightmare — especially after hitting snooze about ten times too many on Monday morning. But just as wireless headphones solved our tangled music dilemmas, there also exists a secret weapon for our war against disorganized jewelry: the over-the-door organizer.

Unlike jewelry boxes or dishes, the over-the-door solution battles against jumbled messes (a.k.a. constrictor knots) by suspending our accessories in individual compartments instead of laying them flat in clumped heaps. These crafty products go beyond a more streamlined jewelry storage system by opening up space and style-showcasing opportunities inside our bedrooms too. So opt out of wrestling with the one necklace you want to wear on Monday morning and shop the ten over-the-door hangers ahead instead. These secret weapons will keep your most unruly chains to clunkiest statement pieces organized and in line for nightmare-free accessorizing.

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No space for a vanity? No problem — create a mini suspended model with this hanging jewelry armoire.



Rebrilliant Parishville Overdoor Shelf Organizer, $49.99, available at Wayfair

With 80 pockets, this canvas hanger ensures that every delicate necklace has its own personal (and tangle-free) space.



The Container Store 80-Pocket Canvas Hanging Jewelry Organizer, $24.99, available at The Container Store

Artfully display your favorite accessories with this gilded, art deco organizer with hooks, loops, and an enclosed mirror.



Generic Over-the-Door Mirror & Jewelry Organizer, $44.9, available at Amazon

The Cadillac of over-the-door jewelry organizers; this lockable cabinet comes complete with LED lights, a multitude of varying hooks, drawers, and even a mirror for putting your streamlined pieces on with.



SONGMICS Over-The-Door Jewelry Armoire, $129.99, available at Amazon

This white metal organizer has a simple, rustic-chic feel.



PB teen Over The Door Jewelry Organizer Mirror, $99.99, available at PB teen

If you want to make a decor statement out of organizing your jewels, then let this copper lip piece do the light accessory lifting.



Urban Outfitters Lips Metal Over-The-Door Multi-Hook, $39, available at Urban Outfitters

This simple but mighty organizer from Umbra has a playful-modern feel with it's sleek and geometric design.



Umbra Estique Over The Door Accessory Organizer, $24.99, available at Walmart

This polished, pearl-brass hanger boasts an impressive system of hooks and panels on swinging arms for the sharpest organization.



InterDesign Classico Over the Door Jewelry Organizer , $41.91, available at Amazon

This compact, six-compartment armoire is ideal for earring and ring enthusiasts to neatly and suspend stack their collections in.



Moreau Over the Door Jewelry Armoire with Mirror, $67.98, available at Joss & Main

This bronze organizer is built to cleanly stylishly display over 250 pieces of your most cherished pieces, from necklace hooks to bracelet and earring bars.



Umbra Isabella Over-the-Door Jewelry Organizer in Bronze, $39.99, available at Bed Bath & Beyond

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Now that all the holiday shopping is over and the end-of the-year sales officially expired (for now), we're left with a whole lot of deluxe-sized lipsticks and travel-friendly gift sets — which, while a fun diversion from our usual beauty routines, will only last so long. That's why, in the name of preparedness, we're planning our 2019 routines right now... and, in the name of saving money, we're highlighting the best straight-from-the-drugstore buys to do so.

Now that we've mapped out the budget-friendly makeup we're planning on buying this month, it's time to start thinking about hair. After all those 2018 colors and cuts, it's time to revive the damage the trends left behind, with affordable, can't-believe-it's-so-cheap masks, shampoos, and styling creams that are bound to change our lives forever (or at least our split ends). Ahead, the best drugstore hair buys to kick off the new year...

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If you can't go a day without ordering a grande hibiscus tea from Starbucks, then you'll be pleased to know that your favorite beverage just got its own hair-care line — sort of. Available later this month, Maui Moisture's Hibiscus Water collection is your answer to lightweight hair care that can go the extra mile when you really need it to. Not only does the delicious scent last days, but in the long run, it prepares hair to stay hydrated, soft, and refreshed even when you skip a few shampoos.

Maui Moisture Lightweight Hydration + Hibiscus Water Shampoo, $8.99, available at mass retailers in January 2019.

Finally, Shea Moisture plans on extending its sugarcane line with this silicone-free hair mask — which, frankly, our brittle split ends have been begging for.



Shea Moisture Sugarcane Extract & Meadowfoam Seed Miracle Masque, $13.99, available at Shea Moisture

Celebrities make temporary hair-color swaps work with pricey custom wigs, but us regular people need something a bit cheaper — like L'Oréal's new wash-out hair color. Featuring an array of shades, including purple, blue, pink, and red, this low-commitment hair dye is the the easiest way to try a new trend at home in a pinch. And if you hate it, relish in the fact that the color will only last until your next wash.



L'Oréal Colorista Hair Makeup 1-Day Hair Color, $7.99, available at Ulta Beauty

We dare you to take this quick-drying dry shampoo foam to your next hot-yoga class. Your hair will be revived, shiny, and sweat-free in seconds.



OGX Green Tea Fitness Dry Shampoo Foam, $8.99, available at Ulta Beauty

Calling all bleached, over-processed, heat-damaged heads of hair: This protein-building deep treatment will be your new shower staple.



L'Oreal Paris Elvive Total Repair 5 Rapid Reviver Deep Conditioner, $4.99, available at Target

Practically made for post-gym drinks, this air-dry cream makes maintaining a social life on a weeknight so much easier.



OGX Green Tea Fitness Air Dry Cream, $8.99, available at Ulta Beauty

This scalp treatment works harder to detox your hair than a $20 cold-pressed juice. Eucalyptus protects, mint wards off bacteria, and salicylic acid buffs away dead skin and dandruff build-up, leaving you fresh and flake-free by the time you step out of the shower.

Head & Shoulders Scalp Detoxifying Pre-Wash Mask, $1.99, available at mass retailers in January 2019.

Save your bundle of avocados for toast and use this nourishing shampoo on your dehydrated ends instead.

Hair Food Sulfate Free Smooth Collection with Avocado & Argan Oil, $7.99, available at mass retailers in January 2019.

Fix dull, lifeless red hair with this color-reviving, shine-enhancing conditioner. Bonus: It's under $6.



L'Oreal Paris Elvive Color Vibrancy Rapid Repair Deep Conditioner, $4.99, available at Target

A foolproof hair mask that keeps your (very expensive) blonde highlights from fading, your ends from splitting, and roots from breaking thanks to a protein-rebuilding complex. In other words, a $10 Olaplex stand-in? Sold.

John Frieda Sheer Blonde Go Blonder Lemon Miracle Masque, $9.49, available at mass retailers in January 2019.

Dove's scalp-friendly formulas are not new, but this coconut version is. The latest iteration hydrates, fights dandruff, and leaves your hair smelling like a piña colada for days (in a good way).

Dove DermaCare Scalp Coconut & Hydration Shampoo & Conditioner, $4.99 each, available at mass retailers in January 2019.

Nearly 98% of this formula is pure coconut oil, which means your limp curls are about to be very happy.



Garnier Style Curl Treat Butter Hydrating Leave-in Styler, $6.99, available at Target

We don't just love this conditioner because it smells like a fresh-cut bouquet of flowers — we love it because it's sulfate-, paraben-, and gluten-free.

Herbal Essences Birch Bark Extract Sulfate Free Conditioner, $5.99, available at mass retailers in January 2019.

Garnier's been keeping our blowouts sleek since middle school — so why stop drinking the Kool-Aid now? This in-shower shot works argan oil right into your dry, frizzy roots, and promises to cut your styling time in half.



Garnier Sleek Shot In-Shower Styler, $4.99, available at Target

A heavy-duty strengthening shot for hair that's seen better days — and one that won't weigh it down, no less.



Pantene Pro-V Intense Rescue Shots Hair Ampoules for Repair , $5.99, available at CVS

Never neglect your hair on vacation again thanks to these two-use hair masks packed with different oils to target your biggest woes, from frizz to dull texture.

John Frieda Wonder Drops Hair Masks, $3.49, available at Walmart in January 2019.

When your ends feel like they're about to snap in two, massage a few drops of this conditioning water from root to tip to replenish, hydrate, strengthen, and smooth.



OGX Replenishing + Water Drops 8-in-1 Mist, $8.99, available at Ulta Beauty

Typically, a wet spray on dry hair is the perfect storm for a complete disaster, but this hydrating (or re hydrating) mist is made for dirty second-day hair.

Dove Care Between Washes Rehydrating Mist, $4.99, available at mass retailers in January 2019.

Glassy shine is just a few drops away, thanks to this smoothing hair oil.

Hair Food Sulfate Free Repairing Tea Tree Hair Oil, $12.99, available at mass retailers in January 2019.

Yes, another sulfate-free hair mask — but this time it's all about tackling fuzz, frizz, and heat-induced damage. Even if you already have a full cabinet of treatments at home, we suggest buying this solely for the juicy scent.

Herbal Essences Argan Oil of Morocco Sulfate Free Hair Mask, $1.99, available in January 2019.

Haven't you heard? Skipping washes is good for overworked hair. Dakota Johnson's hairstylist loves this volumizing formula for in-between styles for a reason: Not only does it add lift and faux thickness to roots, but it might just fool everyone into thinking you just left Drybar.

Dove Care Between Washes Volume & Fullness Dry Shampoo, $4.99, available at mass retailers in January 2019.

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The Gym-Friendly Beauty Products We're Stocking Up On In 2019

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Ah, the age-old debate of whether or not to wear makeup to the gym. There are those in the more-is-more camp who feel no shame in hitting the treadmill full-contour, but for every person willing to test the longevity of their baked under eyes at the gym, there's someone who would rather pay a $15 class-cancellation fee than wear foundation while working up a sweat.

If you've come here in search of an answer to whether or not you should wear makeup while exercising, well, you've come to the wrong place. At the end of the day, that decision is totally up to you. Nonetheless, no matter where you fall on the spectrum, it's hard to deny that sweat-friendly beauty products continue to pop up on shelves.

About a year ago, what some brands called "athleisure beauty" suddenly hit the zeitgeist. Whether people were actually wearing mascara while looping through a vinyasa flow or not, brands like Clinique and Tarte launched workout-specific products that focused primarily on controlling sweat. These were waterproof products that could withstand high-performance circuits while offering light, no-makeup makeup coverage. Now, a wave of other brands — that range from makeup to skin to hair — are trying to make athleisure beauty happen again.

Whether you choose to try the products sweating through 50 burpees or 150 minutes of Bandersnatch (in sweatpants), there's no doubt that these convenient and budge-proof products are worth trying — whether you're a gym rat or not.

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Tarte’s gym bag features sweat-proof and non-pore clogging items that emphasize your natural glow. Think: your skin with just the right amount of — sun-protected! — coverage, extra hydrated lips, and a light flush for an all-over, just-ran-a-mile glow.



Tarte no shower happy hour athleisure essentials SPF, $23, available at Tarte

Looking for another drugstore option for active beauty? Welcome CoverGirl to the family with its latest launch including waterproof foundation, eyeliner, and an updated version of its best-selling Lash Blast mascara.



COVERGIRL LashBlast Active Mascara, $8.99, available at Walgreens

Clinique's medium-coverage skin tint isn't just safe for an hour-long elliptical workout, but also offers SPF 40 — you know, just in case you decide to take your workout outside (or ditch the gym at the last minute to spend your entire day at the park).



Clinique CliniqueFIT Workout Makeup SPF 40, $29.5, available at Nordstrom

If you don't already carry dry shampoo in your gym bag, it might be time that you finally stock up. Luckily, OGX recently launched its own fitness hair line, especially good for soaking up all that hair oil you produced while training for your next 10K.



OGX Green Tea Fitness Dry Shampoo Foam, $8.99, available at Ulta Beauty

Sweat Cosmetics’ line of mineral foundation, bronzer, and illuminators are water- and sweat- proof with high SPF — for those long, grueling workouts outdoors. The line’s innovative twist-brush makes for easy application and storage in your gym bag. Considering Sweat is developed and tested by Olympic and pro-level athletes, you can trust your workout look is set.



Sweat Broad Spectrum Translucent Mineral SPF 30 Powder, $42, available at Revolve

This waterproof mascara-brow gel hybrid is just one of the workout-proof offerings from E.L.F. And at $6, it's a cheap, yet effective, addition to your gym bag.



e.l.f. Active Sweat Resistant Mascara & Brow Duo, $6, available at Walmart

You don't always have time to shower in the comfort of your own bathroom after a morning workout. In case you find yourself short on time — and showering in a communal locker room — bring this two-in-one hair and body shampoo with you. Yes, we're usually hesitant about multi-purpose products like this, but it's as effective as it is gentle on both your skin and your scalp.



Rossano Ferretti Vivace 24/7 Every Day Hair and Body Shampoo, $30, available at Net-A-Porter

Milk Makeup’s mini sticks are perfect for touching up in one quick swipe. Tend to your eyes with Cooling Water and add color with the Lip + Cheek tint that melts into your skin on contact with body heat. Can you say the perfect post-workout flush?



Milk Makeup The 'Rents Stick Duo, $20, available at Sephora

This mascara is developed with Eyeko’s signature brush — but features a fiber-filled, waterproof formula ideal for working out. You’ll never hesitate to sweat it up in the sauna with dramatic, pitch-black lashes.



Eyeko Sport Waterproof Mascara, $22.5, available at DermStore

If you're the kind of person who is willing to shell out $180 for a monthly membership fee at your local yoga studio, then you're also probably the person who would want yoga-specific mascara. The biggest difference between this waterproof formula and its sporty predecessor is that the unique wand offers precise, clump-free coverage so your natural lashes look like your lashes — only a little bit better.



Eyeko Yoga Waterproof Mascara, $26, available at DermStore

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All flat irons aren't created equal. Just because it heats up, has two plates, and claims to leave hair smooth, glossy, and protected doesn't mean that it's any good. This is especially true if your hair is natural. Afro hair may seem like it needs lots of heat to get straight, but the wrong tool can fry your coils permanently. Hello, heat damage.

Whether you occasionally get a silk press or regularly heat style, using the proper tool is just as important as the products you use on a daily basis. Like any investment piece you buy, your flat iron should deliver quality results with every use, last a considerable amount of time, and never compromise the health of your hair.

That being said, if you're shopping for a new hot tool to add to your routine, don't just pick up any ol' thing. Instead, opt for one of the pro-approved picks for natural hair, ahead.

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Mizani Educator and Global Artist Daryce Brown heats up this Enso iron when silk pressing her clients with natural hair. "I love this iron because it's ceramic plated, rather than coated, which ensures even heat distribution," she says. "Even heat distribution means less time passing over the same strand of hair." And when you don't have to go over the same section again and again, you lower the chances of heat damage.



Enso Tools ENSO GNS - medium, $450, available at Enso Tools

To reduce styling time, Kendall Dorsey, celebrity stylist to Yara Shahidi and Nick Minaj, uses this iron from by Gina. "The plates heat up quickly and glide over the hair, which allows you to quickly straighten without snagging or causing damage."



By Gina Excel Infrared Flat Iron, $149, available at By Gina

For a no-frills iron that doesn't require professional technique, grab this one. "It has a small frame that does a great job of getting in close to the root, where curls are the most difficult to smooth out," says Dorsey.



GHD Classic 1" Inch Styler, $149, available at Sephora

Bee, stylist and owner of B'Krowned Beauty Bar in New York City, swears by this cult-favorite Babyliss machine for her clients. "The titanium plates on this iron leave hair shiny and sleek with one pass," she says. "It's also very lightweight and thin, so it gets close to the root for a smooth finish."



BaByliss Pro BaBylissPro Nano Titanium 1.25" Flat Iron, $109.99, available at Jet

When she's not using the aforementioned Babyliss tool, Koni Bennet, stylist and owner of Vanity Salon, loves the NuMe Style Setter for her type 4 clients. "It heats up quickly, and the floating titanium plates gloss over natural hair, making it look — and feel — like silk. You don't need to go over any section of your hair more than once with this iron."



NuMe Precious Metals Hair Straightener, $175, available at NuMe

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14 Luxe-Leather Backpacks That Are Too Cool For School

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The backpack has evolved far beyond its humble beginnings as a practical vessel for toting books, binders, and gel pens. The once function-first carryall now comes in an array of funky shapes, polarizing sizes, and rich hues, taking us from first days of school to stylish nights out on the town. Since we've graduated past mesh and nylon packs, it's time to invest in a classic fabric that's built for fashion longevity: leather.

Leather backpacks run the gamut of price and style with a range of luxe-looking options clocking in well under $100. There are faded fabrics that a create cool-vintage effect or sleek-matte finishes that give off a more glamorous feel. Another added bonus of today's fashion-forward packs are its versatile wear and carrying abilities — you can opt for the standard two-strap, chill one-strap, or chic no-strap (a.k.a. top-handling it) looks. And if you're feeling extra edgy, go all in with the backward-pack look and sport it across your chest. Scroll on to check out a few of our favorite leather styles, including carryalls still large enough to tote textbooks and teeny-tiny backpacks that can easily elevate any street-style game.

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