Hair Care and Color Guide

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Model with styled short brown hair Mary Rozzi

Find the right hairstyle for you, learn the secrets to healthy hair, and discover how to get―and keep―your perfect hair color.

Month-by-Month Beauty Care Checklist

A year-round guide to looking good.

  • Don’t forget sunscreen. UVA rays are just as potent in the winter. Apply a facial moisturizer with SPF 15 to protect your skin.

    Related: Best Budget-Friendly Sunscreens

  • Zap skin spots. Consult a dermatologist about laser treatment if spots or broken blood vessels are a problem. You’ll get the best results if you treat paler winter skin: Since lasers are attracted to color, they’ll often attack tanned skin, rather than the blemish.
  • New year, new mascara. If you haven't changed your mascara since the summer, do so now. Instead of basic black, try one in eggplant, a shade that enhances any eye color.

    Related: The Best Mascaras

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How To: French Braid Hair

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Quick Tip

After a hair coloring, don't shampoo for at least 24 hours. This will help the pigments set.

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