It's August......Time To Fight The Frizz For Smooth, Happy Hair!

It's all about the heat + humidity.....And when that's out-of-control, so is your hair.

Frizz.....Need we say more?!

It being the first day of August, we thought we would take a look at the problem and try to solve it.

Frizz happens to the best of us. Plus...it's a mess to deal with. Frizz can ruin many events, and even celebrities fight frizz ALL the time.

We all desire smooth, glossy hair. There are TONS of frizz fighting products out there.

We happen to believe that John Frieda's line offers excellent help.

Here's a classic favored by so-oooo many women:

John Frieda Frizz-Ease Hair Serum Original Formula ($9.99 , at folica.com).

This is a SUPER frizz fighter + so-oooo easy-to-use:

The No. 1 selling product line for Frizzy Hair Prescribed for frizzy, permed, or color-treated hair Allure Readers choice award Contains sunscreen

Directions: After shampooing and conditioning apply to soaking wet hair (squeeze out excess moisture but do not towel dry). Take a small amount of Hair Serum into palms of hands and smooth through wet hair distributing evenly. Do not rinse out. Use more or less depending on length and thickness of hair. Style as usual.

Click here for MORE John Frieda frizz-fighting products!

Ashlee Simpson Becomes Muse + Model For Sis Jessica's New Fall Clothing Line

Equally glam sister Ashlee Simpson has signed on as muse + model for the Jessica Simpson Fall 2013 collection.

The brand new stylish collection was launched in N.Y.C last evening.

Check out Ashlee modeling the pretty turquoise gown + earrings.

We think the line is on trend + features some nice pieces. We especially, LOVE the purple lace maxi dress!

"I have a pretty cool sister with an amazing sense of style, and I was honored to get to do the shoot," Ashlee tells People magazine. She collaborated with Jessica on the brand as well, contributing to the tween line.

"We keep it in the family. Jessica’s a fun one to work with."

We think 28-year-old Ashlee looks FAB in the new fall line.

You can find the Jessica Simpson collection in all major department stores this fall.

Will you be trying any of them on?

Terrific Turquoise For Those Sultry Summer Days

We think turquoise is especially glamorous in those lazy, hazy summer days. Turquoise in all its beautiful glory.

From makeup to clothing and accessories, a little bit of turquoise ALWAYS looks right!

Ageless beauty Christie Brinkley loves wearing turquoise accents. Check out the iconic model wearing sterling silver + turquoise earrings.

We found a great, cheap pair of Faux Turquoise Cross Drop Earrings ($4.80, at forever21).

 

These super cute earrings add a lot of zing to any summer style.

And how about a subtle turquoise rimmed eye?

Laura Mercier is featuring this gorgeous Black Turquoise Kohl Eye Pencil ($20, at lauramercier).

There's nothing cheap-looking about this eye pencil. The black-turquoise marbling makes for a classic rimmed eye.

Finish the look with a sexy turquoise top.

The Blousant Gauze Tube Top ($20.40, on SALE, at ardenb) So pretty with turquoise ruffle + crochet trim.

Beat The Heat Under Glam Wide-Brimmed Summer Hats

If you have a nice, big, floppy, wide-brimmed summer hat, then what are you waiting for??

This style is HOT for summer!

We happen to think that every gal looks pretty peering beneath a big, floppy hat. First, it protects your precious skin + eyes from the sun, but it also adds a major sense of glam to your summer accessories. And you don't have to pay hundreds for a lovely topper.
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Celebs like Kim Kardashian, Liv Tyler and Jessica Alba have put their wide-brimmed beauties on, and so can you!

 

We found a gorgeous wide-brimmed summer hat by Laundry by Shelli Segal. It's called the Angelina Striped Sun Hat ($38, at Nordstrom's). This is a stunning hat for the price.

We think you CAN weat it!

Will you rock this summer trend?

RHWONJ Star Melissa Gorga Shows How To Get Great Fit Arms!

You can all say what you want about Real Housewives of New Jersey star Melissa Gorga, but her arms---those important biceps + triceps, are looking fantastic!!

That just goes to show, that if you really want to look super fit, you really have to work at it. Yes...even celebrities, too.

There's the 34-year-old mom-of -3 yesterday, at the grand opening of a UFC gym in Totawa, NJ.

Yes...she really knows how to hit the bag. And her amazing guns prove it!

Boxing is not only fab for a women's arms, but it's a wonderful cardio work-out for the entire body.

You will see results fast!

And if boxing seems a bit too serious for you, there are other ways to get great-looking triceps + biceps.

Try triangle push-ups, for instance.

Check out more solid exercise tips  to stop the dreaded dingle-dangle arms here.

Get Ready Now For Fall 2013: The Purple Smoky Eye!

We have always LOVED an eye rimmed in purple liner, shadow, and even mascara.

Well, it's back, ladies!

Even though we are getting into the dog days of summer, it's time to think cool chic autumn.

The purple smoky eye is BIG for Fall 2013. And if you can cat-eye the purple shadow, that's even sexier!

Designer Jason Wu was showing the royal color off when he sent his models down the runway:

No...not for the faint-of-heart, but you can still play around with purple shadow in subtle ways---like just placing the shade in your crease.

It's a matte look---nothing shiny here
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Try the Yves St. Laurent Waterproof Eye Pencil in Violet Massa ($30, at Nordstrom's).

Will you try this super elegant look for Fall
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For OMG Nails, Try OPI's Crystal Clear File

We have talked before about the benefits of using a glass file to achieve a healthier, more beautiful set of nails.

We know, it sounds bizarre but a glass file helps stop chipping + peeling of the natural nail. Plus, this manicure tool can be sanitized for better cleanliness and promote better nail growth. And its perfect edges will NOT dull. It can be used over + over again.

Here's a super beauty deal---- an OPI Crystal Nail File ($8.20, reg. $10, at cosmeu.com).

A crystal glass file would appear to be tough-on-nails, but surprisingly, it is not.

We like the OPI Crystal Nail File because it comes with a nice, protective sleeve, so you can toss it into your beach or hand bag.

We think this is a smart, cheap, effective beauty buy.

A glass file seals the free edge of the nail. And you can shape and smooth your nails without worrying about snagging, breaking and peeling.

You don't have to be a professional manicurist to create a great set of nails.