Why Stress is Beauty’s Worst Enemy

See the effects stress has on your hair, skin and nails then learn how to prevent it

Is the stress monster starting to rear its ugly head? Well, you’d better make it stop (for your looks’ sake). See how — quick.

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11 Best Shine-Enhancing Hair Products

Pump up the shine with these top-rated serums and sprays

Dull hair dragging you down? Just one drop of shine serum can help smooth strands and even hide split ends! See which ones our readers loved.

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No. 11: KMS California SilkSheen Therapy Plus, $8.95

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 8.2

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 8.2
“This product makes achieving a salon blowout incredibly easy– it conditions lightly, making your hair …”

No. 10: Aveda Brilliant Spray On Shine, $20

Quiz: What Foods Will Give You Better Skin and Hair?

Test your knowledge on the best foods for your beauty, and get expert tips to eat smarter

Sure, you may know to eat fruits and veggies and all that other good stuff for your health, but did you know that there are foods out there that are not only good for your insides, but will make your outsides look better too? Take this quiz to see which foods you should add to your diet for clearer skin, shinier hair and more!

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Beautiful Skin and Hair for Pennies

With these at-home beauty product recipes you can save money without sacrificing quality

Spend a little too much this holiday season? Well, one way to get your bank account back on track is to spend a little less on products. Thankfully, with these at-home recipes, you can save plenty of cash but still have glowing skin and shiny hair.

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Relaxing DIY Spa Day Idea

Take a minute to unwind from the holidays and give your feet a treat

Whether you have five minutes or five hours to relax, you’ll love this step-by-step at-home pedicure. It’s an easy way to put your feet up (literally) and have a few calm moments to pamper yourself and reflect on all the fun you (hopefully) had this holiday season.

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Budget-Friendly Gifts for Everyone on Your List

Got $20, $50, $100 to spend? No matter what, we have a gift for you

Money is tight, so this year you want to get the most bang for your present-buying buck, right? Luckily, that’s totally doable with this gift guide. We’ve broken it down by price range so you’ll know exactly how much you’re spending on everything, from a $15 makeup kit for your friend to a splurge-worthy fragrance set for your beau. It’s all here!

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Top 20 Earth-Friendly Beauty Gifts

The hottest skin care, makeup and hair care on every green chick’s holiday wish list

Why not try something a little different this season and look for eco-friendly gifts? Any of the products in this round-up will fit the bill — they’re all eco-friendly and tested and approved by (notoriously picky) TotalBeauty.com readers.

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Best and Worst of Wen

Wondering if Wen products really work or if it’s all hype? See what the buzz is about

You’ve probably seen a Wen infomercial, or if not, you may have heard of it. The all-natural brand was created by celebrity hair stylist Chaz Dean, and is “a new approach to the way you cleanse your hair.” TotalBeauty.com readers share their six favorite Wen products, as well as two they won’t be reordering.

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The Worst: No. 2: Wen Lavender Cleansing Conditioner, $28

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 5.9

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