11 Dieting Tips That Show Results in a Week or Less

Don't get me wrong—I totally believe in the long-term power of a clean diet and plenty of exercise. I trust that when it takes a long time to see results, you're doing things properly. BUT a little instant gratification never hurt anyone. I am a New Yorker, after all—we like things fast and efficient.

TODAY'S BEAUTY SECRET. TAYLOR SWIFT SHOWS OFF HER NEW CHOP

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BAZAAR's beauty expert reveals the tricks and must-have products behind the prettiest hair and makeup looks on the red carpet. Plus, see all the beauty secrets from Summer 2016 here.

Diet and Exercise Work for Weight Loss, Even If You Have the ‘Obesity Gene'

A new study found the gene had no effect on how well people responded to weight loss plans.

Time to scratch another excuse off the list of reasons you can't lose weight: According to a new study, improving diet and getting more exercise helps people lose weight—regardless of their genetic makeup.

The real reason Angelina and Brad are getting a divorce

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt broke hearts the world over when Jolie filed for divorce on Sept. 19, 2016. The couple have been together 12 years, though only married for two, and share six children. On top of that, they were the most beautiful pairing on the planet. Jolie wasn't messing around with the split, hiring celebrity divorce lawyer Laura Wasser to rep her—the same lawyer who represented Johnny Depp in his ugly divorce from Amber Heard. This means it's serious.

What happened? Here are a few reasons why Brangelina may have fallen apart.

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This Little Chanel Shoe Won Fashion Month

Street style dominance.

BY BIBBY SOWRAY

OCT 10, 2016 

Each season, there's one accessory that seems to capture the street style zeitgeist.

How To Apply Gel Couture by Essie

The collection of 42 new shades seamlessly blends technical innovation and incomparable style that is always in season

Making its official debut at Cosmoprof North America in Las Vegas, Gel Couture by Essie is the brand’s long-lasting lacquer line that offers up to 14 days of staying power. The collection of 42 new shades seamlessly blends technical innovation and incomparable style that is always in season. Follow these steps to see how Essie’s director of education Gino Trunzo applies the fashionable polish line crafted to last.

How to nail winter strobing in 5 simple steps

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Strobing is here to stay and is the perfect makeup technique to bring life back to dull, dry winter skin. Ever-glowing Lisa Potter-Dixon, Head Makeup Artist at Benefit Cosmetics, showed Beauty Editor Bridget March how to strobe like a pro (or a Kardashian) in the Cosmo Beauty Booth. So here's our easy-to-follow tutorial to give you a healthy, radiant complexion whatever the weather.

Hair Food

A healthy diet grows healthier hair.

Hair growth is affected by many factors, including genetics, age, medications, diseases, and yes, your diet. Like your nails, hair requires a nutrient-rich supply of blood to its follicles. A very low-calorie diet could slow its growth and even cause hair loss. But don't be alarmed by occasional fallout―most of us lose 50 to 100 strands a day. (However, if your hair loss seems excessive, consult a dermatologist.)

Manicure 101

A step-by-step guide to a do-it-yourself manicure that will give you salon-style results

How To Cover Up Acne, Scars, and Cuts Easy Natural Makeup Tutorial

Whether you have a gnarly pimple monster on your face, an old battle scar or you are a total klutz like me and cut up your face by accident on a jagged piece of wood sticking out the back of a truck, this makeup trick will save you from gawking stares, rude comments, and having to explain what happened to your face. Most importantly it will restore your self confidence and help you not stand out in a negative way. Let your beauty shine not your blemishes with this handy dandy makeup hack tutorial!

Face Facts: Weathering Winter

Insulate your skin along with the rest of you.

ROC Multi Correction 5 in 1 Restoring Night Cream

This night cream will leave your skin smooth and refreshed.

Reviewed: August 2016

Price When Reviewed: $28.99

               

Pros

• Absorbs quickly
• Not tacky
• Pleasant scent
• Firming

Cons

• Scored low for moisturization

Steak Salad with Charred Green Onions and Beets

Sous vide is French for "under vaccum" and hyper-skilled chefs use the technique to

 cook meat or fish to perfection. 

10 Blow-Dryer Mistakes You Might be Making

Want a salon-worthy blowout every day? Avoid these 10 blow-drying faux pas.

Your hair is too wet.

Believe it or not, your hair should already be 80% dry before you whip out your round brush and start your blowout. Trying to style before that point, will take twice as long to do and put twice as much damage on your hair. To reduce heat exposure as much as possible, start by thoroughly towel drying. If you have the luxury of extra time, let it air dry. If not, use your hair dryer and fingers to remove excess water from hair. No need to get the dryer too close to your hair here—remember, you aren’t trying to make it behave just yet; you’re trying to stop the dripping.

7 reasons your hair could be thinning

Seeing more and more strands swirling down the drain? Here's what might be up…

1. YOU'RE STRESSING OUT

Whether it's physical or emotional, stress can have an enormous impact on where your body sends it resources to – and when you're really overwhelmed, your scalp is pretty low down on the list of priorities. Stress that affects your sleep patterns, appetite, or upsets the balance of your hormones is likely to be affecting your thinning hair – and the catch? The loss of hair ends up stressing you out a million times more. Find stress-busting techniques that work for you – anything from mindfulness or therapy to a super hot bath and a Netflix binge – and do your best to address problems before they feel out of control. The better you feel in yourself, the easier your hair will find it to restore itself.