Beauty Frame

Fashion Week put the spotlight on the some great looks for the new season, with super-long lengths and pixie-style bobs leading the runway. Look forward to layers, razor cut bobs, and blunt bangs to freshen up for the season.

"Short hair is the biggest trend of the new cold season" - many have said that short haircuts are both convent and empowering to women.

Plus if you're trying to look younger, short hairstyles will help you achieve your goal. You can create new looks with texturizing your bangs, maybe you want them straight across, or side sweeping them. You can also play up the style with layers to make other areas of your face either stand out, or minimize them.

Blunt bangs are especially flattering for round and square face shapes, and can help balance out high cheekbones. Go for blunt bangs cut just over the eyebrow level for a modern, sophisticated look. These can easily be swept to the side if you decide to change up the style at a moment's notice.

Medium hairstyles offer comfortable hair length that is not too long and not too short. From letting it flow down, bunning it up, to curling up the ends, mid-length hairstyles offer a variety of beautiful hairdos.

If you're looking to try a new haircut, (or to go a bit shorter) the bob is (still!) a hot hairstyle. Even those who choose to keep their waves and curls will opt for more controlled and cleanly-defined tresses.

As long as you love it!

Yes, long hair remains in top. Stick straight, or curly. With blunt or peek-a-boo bangs, it doesn't matter as long as it's... long!

Furthermore long hair seems to make a comeback with really nice natural wave with a little bit of volume to it, so the hair is very light, very understated, nothing too over-the-top-just kind of sexy, but controlled and nice and light.

You're tresses should have lots of natural texture, flirtatious flips and long loose layers whether your hairstyle is straight, wavy or curly.

Still very classic, but also beautiful, are the chignons and ponytails on long or medium long tresses.

Unfortunately, most of us were not born perfect. For many people, this can be a painful reality to face, especially if that person has a particular feature they're not happy with. And nobody is affected more by concerns about their physical appearance than teenagers. Teen self image is especially delicate, and teens are particularly prone to feeling unhappy with the face (or body) they see in the mirror.

Cosmetic surgery can be a good option for those who are unhappy with their current appearance. But for teenagers, the line between an appropriate procedure to improve self image and an inappropriate procedure can be blurry. How young is too young for cosmetic surgery? How can you tell if your teenager is ready?

When determining if a patient is the right age for cosmetic surgery, doctors look at it from two angles-- the effect the surgery will have on the patient physically, and the effect it will have emotionally.

Physically, the minimum age for cosmetic surgery differs from procedure to procedure. For some procedures, such as Rhinoplasty (nose job), patients can receive the surgery at a fairly young age. For Rhinoplasty, the minimum age of potential patients is 13 or 14 for girls, and 14 or 15 for boys. Another popular procedure, Otoplasty, which reshapes deformed ears or pins back protruding ears, can be performed on patients as young as four years of age.

There are many procedures, however, that are not appropriate for people who are not fully grown. Many of these are popular procedures that shape the body. Liposuction, for instance, reduces the amount of fat in the body. This is inappropriate for teenagers, as many people lose their "baby fat" at 17, 18, and even 19 years old. Another of the most-requested procedures that is generally inappropriate for teens is breast augmentation. Unless the procedure is used to make breasts more symmetrical, it is not recommended that girls under 19 or 20 undergo the procedure, as their breasts are still growing.

In addition to concerns about growing and changing bodies, surgeons must also look into a potential patient's mental state. Are they emotionally ready for this life change? Many teenagers have a difficult time being consistent about what they want, and sometimes their gripes about their appearance are tied in more deeply with their self-esteem than with their physical attributes. Plastic Surgeons recommend that before performing any procedure on a teenage, it is necessary to ensure that their concern about cosmetic surgery is real and consistent.

Many men just stick to razors for removing the hair. If you are going to use this method, please follow the following instructions: Make sure that you have a fresh sharp razor. Don't even bother with old dull razors. You really don't want to cut your testicles or any other spot in that area. Begin by shaving your shaft in a downward motion. If you want to shave your testicles, make sure you shave in an upward motion, being very careful. It is very common to notice red bumps after shaving, so its best to pick up some shaving gel such as neutrogena from the local store.

If you can handle a bit of pain, I recommend waxing as another male pubic hair removal method. You may cringe at the thought, but there are some advantages to this method-

Pros- Waxing is a very cheap male pubic hair removal method. Also, the results last up to 6 weeks without any stubble. When the hair begins to grow back, you will notice that it is less coarse than before and tends to feel less itchy than when using a razor.

Cons- I think we all know the major disadvantage... pain. Yes, this can be very painful, especially in a sensitive area like this one. Ingrown hairs can also pose a big problem.

If neither of the above methods don't appeal to you, you can also try laser hair removal. A beam of light passes through the skin and zaps the hair follicles. It sounds painful but there is no pain. Also, the results are permanent! Some things that sound too good to be true are, including laser hair removal. The downside is the cost which can range from a few hundred dollars to a few thousand per session.

Of course you could just pick up the local yellow pages and start calling everyone in the list, or if you want to be sure that the qualifications of a surgeon are not just one sided, you can go to the American Society of Plastic Surgery's website and do a search. You can look at various plastic surgeons that are located in your general area and also see the information regarding their qualifications and specializations.

Another way for you to locate a qualified plastic surgeon is by simply asking your family doctor. It is always recommended that you consult your physician before deciding on a plastic surgery procedure, during this consultation is the perfect time to ask your physician for a reference to a qualified surgeon.

Maybe you are having work done because one of your friends had some recently, you can simply talk with your friends. For many people, the decision of undergoing a procedure usually entails the consultations of your friends anyway. Chances are one of your friends may know of a qualified surgeon. It is all about networking. "A friend of a friend of a friend had this done last year and looks great now, they went to such and such to have the procedure done." That is all it takes, no you have a quality reference to a surgeon and all you have to do is check on his or her credentials and qualifications.

There are literally thousands of different ways to find a qualified surgeon, but remember that the best way is from word of mouth. Regardless as to whether a person had a good or bad experience with plastic surgery, they are always willing to give up a name. If it was a bad experience they will tell you so, and if it was a good one then they will encourage you to speak with that surgeon.

To get on the loop of what is not hot, continue reading to learn the common makeup faux pas you need to avoid by all means. Pay attention.

Incorrect Foundation Hue

Picking the right color of foundation to suit your skin tone is of utmost importance. If you pick a color that is too light for you, you will either look like a porcelain doll or a clown. On the other hand, if the shade is too dark for you, you will look like a burnt gingerbread man.

If you want to know what color suits you best, you need to test it on your skin, preferably on your face. It is not ok to test it on the back of your hand because there is a big chance that the tone of your face is not similar to that of your hand. The best place to test if the foundation shade is right for you is by applying it on your jawline under natural light. If you have to, go far out from the makeup counter lights and check if the color truly matches your complexion.

Noticeable Blush Stripes

If you want to look like you stepped out of a music video from the 80s, then by all means do not blend your blush and ensure that a streak of makeup can be prominently seen from your cheeks to your ears. However, if you want to appear chic and updated, you should prefer a more natural look.

Instead of sweeping a thick red or dark brown blush on your cheeks, you should use rose or copper blush. Furthermore, it would be best to barely dust the apples of your cheek with some blush while bringing the brushstrokes up towards your ear. Lastly, don't forget to blend your blush so as to avoid the dreaded blush stripe.

Penciled-In Eyebrows

Not so long ago, thin eyebrows were to die for. It was not surprising to see that even teen stars in Hollywood back then were sporting super thin brows. However, the movie and television industry probably realized that very thin eyebrows are not very attractive, unless a woman wants to look older than her real age. You see, thinning eyebrows is actually a sign of aging.

If you have naturally thin eyebrows or you are already showing some signs of becoming old, then it is all right to color your arches with makeup. Just make sure that you follow the arch of your brows with your pencil and after drawing the line, smudge your eyebrows a little bit with a brush so that the lines won't look as if your two-year-old daughter drew them up with her lead pencil.

Partially Lined Eyes

Another makeup blunder that has persisted through the years is the partial lining of the eyes. This practice is not only out-of-date but it also defeats the purpose of the eyeliner. The reason why women put a line on their eyes in the first place is to enhance the eyes and give them more emphasis. Partial lining, whether on the top or bottom eyelids, will make your eyes look smaller.

It is important to note that eyeliners are easy to smudge. Thus, you need to be sure that your liner is waterproof or of good quality. You do not want to attend an important meeting with dark circles around your eyes. Incidentally, if the dark circles are caused by sleep deprivation or stress, then you need to do a more proactive approach. Use a concealer to minimize the dark appearances or deal with the problem by using eye gels and creams; having raccoon eyes are definitely unflattering. One eye cream that is effective in eliminating such problem is Eyevive. Learn more about the product by visiting http://www.eyevive.com/.