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if you get it done by a professional, the price can range from about $70-$150. if you do it yourself it is much cheaper and costs only about $10 to buy the box.

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are there any websites i can go to that give fashion tips on how to improve your wardrobe without buying anything new? like ways to alter your clothes or simply match new things with diff accessories, etc?

http://teenfashion.about.com/od/diyfashion/DIY_Fashion.htm

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I have really thick black hair and I kind of want to change it up. What do y'all suggest? I'm willing to cut and dye/highlight.

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n235/beautifullybroken_07/DSC02431.jpg

i love the style of it already. dont get any of it cut off. the color is a little much though. for summer, go for a lighter color. i would try something like this first picture of hilary.

http://www.thehollywoodgossip.com/wp-content/uploads/2006/10/hilary_duff_400x300.jpg

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Hey :D I'm thinking of getting a bag for Christmas but I'm undecided. What do you feel abou this one?:

http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/2938581/0~2376779~2374605~6003905~6006297~6006303?mediumthumbnail=Y&origin=category&searchtype=&pbo=6006303&P=1

^^IN BLACK!!!

other suggestinos of preferred pursed would be great! Thanks!

to be honest, its not my favorite. =[ i think if you are going to spend that much money on a purse you should be in LOVE with it and make sure it is something you can wear everyday and change from day and night. this is what i prefer. =]

http://www.bebe.com/gp/product/B000NE3T88/sr=1-13/qid=1182732921/ref=sr_1_13/103-2179714-5567003?ie=UTF8&fontColor=000000&node=15851991&m=A2FMOXN01TSNYY&totalItemIn1Page=&startIndex=8&displayPageNum=2&bbBrand=core&field-clothing-size=&keywords=&firstPageItemNum=8&title=&restPageHasColor=1&myViewID=embedded-leaf&displaySalePrice=0&displayItemNum=16&standardPageSize=16&size=24&rh=n%3A15851991&page=1&bgColor=ffffff

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does anyone know a product that you put in your hair after you get out of the shower(when hairs wet) that will make my hair not frizz at all? ive tried a bunch but they all make my hair poofy

marc anthony's instant straightening cream.

http://www.ulta.com/control/product/~product_id=2072018

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i just got braces and they look really ugly..is there anything i can do to make them look less ugly or less noticeable and what band color should i get? just colors that i like or is there certain colors that look bad/good on diffent ppls teeth?

stick with silver bands. they are much less noticable then when you have colors in. colors stand out and make people notice your braces.

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im going to sephora tomorrow. im looking for a mascara that will give me long lashes. mine are pretty short and i curl them everyday. so if possible, maybe could you find me a mascara that gives length AND curls?
please only tell me kinds that you have tried and have been extremely satisfied with.

thanks.
oh, and it must be sold at sephora =]

dior unlimited mascara. it is amazing! =]

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I want to get my hair cut. I'm so unsure of what I want. I picked out my fave style for me.

Pic of me: http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y294/mvinlover/Extra/l_8073facd243328ec72e2cfdf30145dbc.jpg

Style I want: http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y294/mvinlover/Extra/theoneIwant.jpg

Would this look good on me??

yes the style would look amazing with your face shape and everything. keep the color though, because i love your color now. =]

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Hey,
I have:
Very Straight Hair--Wont curl
Have tried Moouses and Gels-Dont work
Havent tried Curlers or Curling shampoo yet
What should i use that is easy and will DEFINIELTY make my hair curl?
Grad is coming up and im in desperate need
Not just for this occasion, where i could just get a perm, but just for whenever
Any suggestions are greatly appreciated!

shower with Catwalk curls rock shampoo and conditioner. dont blow dry your hair. let it air dry for a little bit and while it is still damp add Wella shock waves creative curl boost mousse. let it air dry completely then touch up whatever pieces of hair you need to with a strong ceramic curling iron. your hair will look gorgeous at graduation. =]

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ok so a couple of days ago i asked a question about a jeans vest from abercrombie.
now i came to the conclusion that its like out of style and the lady must have bought it a while ago before she gave it to me for my birthday
so now my question is
would they let me exchange it even if its out of style?
or would they even let me exchange it?
like the tags on it and everything
cause i dont wanna keep an expensive A&F thing that ill never wear
id rather buy something i woud use..
=/

yes, they will still let you exchange it even if it is an older item.

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my nails do not grow and the nail bed is very messed up because i chew on them i know i shoudl not and they flake
what can i do and use to make my nails thicker and longer (things that are not too expensive thankx)

OPI clear nail strengthener. apply it once a day everyday and you will notice a huge difference in your nails.

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How do I make my hair grow realllllllly fast?

Besides taking pills.

eat lots of fruits and vegetables. the nutrients in them keep your hair growing fast. also drink plenty of water. there are also some shampoos at the store that are specifically for hair growth so look out for those.

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For my birthday im getting a coach bag. I cant decide which one i want though :

This one :
http://www.coach.com/content/product.aspx?product_no=9353&category_id=256

orr

http://mirror.replicasi.com/productInfo.asp?MercID=2&ProdID=1931

Pros and cons of each bag would be great if you want to thanks :]

the first one..
pro: it matches with everything and will never go out of style.
con: it is $278 and more expensive then the second one

the second one..
pro: brown and pink together are really in this season, and its much cheaper than the first one
con: it wont match everything

i would go with the first one. even though it is more expensive, it will match absolutely anything you wear and its worth it. =]

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I heard that pantene products damage your hair in the long run...

is this true??

????

yes. they get rid of all your natural oils so it ends up making your hair really dry in the long run. i would stick with products like garnier fructis and any john frieda products. =]

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is there any way to make your eyelashes stay curled throughout the day?

i curl them in the morning and then apply curl mascara and they straightenen out in a matter of minutes! is there anything i can do to keep them curled throughout the day?

everytime you stop by the bathroom throughout your day, curl them again. just keep an eyelash curler handy in your purse. =]

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what works better? straighteners with ceramic plates or those brush ones? my hair is pretty thick and curls up at the front, the rest is wavy. i would just like to know what you think would work better?. thanks in advance.

ceramic straighteners definitely work much much better. i would get one of those. =]

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I really need cute, not-to-expensive white sandals that are high heeled but not clunky or platformy. They need to go with a white and aqua Hawaiian-printed halter dress, and I would like it if I could dance in them. Thank you!! ♥

www.victoriassecret.com

the shoes are adorable. and they have white heels in the sale section as well.

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do you think it would be pretty or wierd? like if i get like one big layer. and the bottome layer like the hair underneath is a redhead color then the top is a dirty blonde?

i think it would look awesome. try it and see if you like it. you can always dye it back if you dont like it. personally i think it would be pretty. who knows, maybe you'll start a new trend. =]

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i heard that if you wash your hair in cold water in the shower it makes it straight, is this true?

no this isnt really true. its just one of those myth things that doesnt really work.

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what are some good shampoos and conditioners that make hair straight? thanks!

matrix sleek look smoothing system shampoo and conditioner.

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