Sandra Bullock Turns 50: A Look Back at Her Most Iconic Red Carpet Hairstyles

Photo by Angela George

Sandra Bullock reaches a milestone this weekend. The Academy Award winning actress turns 50 on Saturday.

Known for her girl-next-door appeal and performances in "Gravity," "Blind Side" and "Miss Congeniality," Bullock never fails to wow on the red carpet. Her stunning silhouettes and effortless style have given us many mesmerizing moments--especially when it comes to her long, luxurious locks. 

Unlike other celebs who stick with one safe style, Bullock likes to change things up. Over the years, we've seen her sport bangs, buns, long bobs, updos, ponytails, stick-straight strands and cascading curls. Maybe that why she's known as one of the most beautiful women in Hollywood.

She's also one of the most giving actresses in the industry. Bullock supports the American Red Cross and has donated $1 million to the organization on several occasions. She participated in disaster relief efforts during the Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunamis in 2004, the Haiti earthquake in 2010 and the Japan earthquake in 2011. She also lends her support to The Kindred Life Foundation in San Antonio, Texas. 

In honor of Bullock's philanthropic spirit and milestone birthday, take a walk with us down memory lane to revisit some of her most glamorous red carpet appearances. Let us know which Good Hair Day you like best. Plus, we'd like to present the latest conditioners, masks, gels, treatment oils and tools to help strengthen and style your own strands to create similar looks.

You'll look like a leading lady in no time!

Uptown Updo: 2010 Screen Actors Guild Awards

Sleek and Straight: 2010 Academy Awards

Messy Shoulder-Swept Mane: 2010 Golden Globe Awards

Pretty Ponytail: 2014 Golden Globe Awards

Beautiful Bun: 2014 Screen Actors Guild Awards

Cascading Curls: 2014 Academy Awards

PRODUCTS

SHINE: Davines OI / Oil Absolute Beautifying Potion and NaturalTech Nourishing Vegetarian Miracle Conditioner. BEAUTY: The potion utilizes vitamin E, and sunflower seed and roucou oils, to provide styling and finishing benefits, while the conditioner uses rice bran, and sweet almond and jojoba seed oils to help moisturize and mend dry, brittle hair. BEACON: No animal testing. Supports The Fruit Tree Planting Foundation. 

SHINE: Hamadi Organics Shea Hair Mask. BEAUTY: Hydrate and heal your hair from the roots to the ends with aloe vera leaf powder, shea butter, and avocado and sunflower oils. BEACON: Ecocert certified and no animal testing. Biodegradable, and contains no fragrances or colorants.

SHINE: Intelligent Nutrients Volumizing Foam and Destress Express Hair & Body Treatment Oil. BEAUTY: The foam utilizes aloe vera leaf juice powder, and cranberry and pumpkin seed oils, to add fullness, while the hair and body treatment uses jojoba seed, castor and argan kernel oils to nourish and strengthen your strands. BEACON: No animal testing and USDA Organic certified. Vegan and gluten free. Contains no phthalates, sulfates, artificial fragrances, parabens, triclosan, petrochemicals or silicone.

SHINE: Kérastase Paris Forme Fatale Voluptuous Blow-Dry Gel (Strong Hold), Spray a Porter Tousled Effect Spray (Flexible Hold), Mousse Bouffante Volumising Mousse (Strong Hold) and Lift Vertige Root Uplifting Gel (Medium Hold). BEAUTY: Shape and lift your locks, create beach waves sans stickiness, thicken your strands and elevate your roots with this fab four collection. BEACON: No animal testing. Free of parabens.

TOOLS

SHINE: Belson Products Gold 'N Hot Professional Titanium Triple Barrel Waver. BEAUTY: Titanium technology prevents split ends and reduces frizz, while 1/2" and 5/8" barrels create small and large waves. BEACON: The parent company, Helen of Troy, supports American Cancer Society, Big Brothers Big Sisters and Cookies for Kids’ Cancer.

SHINE: Conair AdjustaCurl Root Volumizer (4 Rollers). BEAUTY: Tourmaline Ionic technology helps reduce static electricity as these rollers allow you to add fullness to your roots, straight styles, or classic curls or waves. BEACON: Supports the American Red Cross, American Ballet Theatre and National Dance Institute.

SHINE: Intelligent Nutrients Infrared Hair Dryer. BEAUTY: Infrared heat minimizes dry time, while anti-microbial violet technology helps maximize shine and manageability. BEACON: The company follows vegan, organic certified and no animal testing practices.

SHINE: John Frieda Frizz Ease Hair Setter by Conair Body & Shine Smooth Waves 2-Inch Rollers. BEAUTY: Titanium ceramic flocked rollers feature advanced ionic conditioning to create full-bodied waves and frizz-free hair. BEACON: The parent company, Kao Brands, supports United Way and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières.

New You Hairdos: Change Up Your Look for Spring with 7 Stunning Celebrity-Inspired Mane Makeovers

Photo by Eva Rinaldi

Katy Perry ends her purple reign.

Never underestimate the power of a new 'do. When a celebrity changes her hairstyle, it makes international headlines. In fact, it gets about as much attention as an engagement, a marriage or the birth of a baby.

As the season gets into full swing, mane makeover mania has blossomed. Katy Perry recently set the blogosphere ablaze with her new "slime green for spring" strands, while Nicki Minaj dropped jaws at the MTV Movie Awards last Sunday when she traded in her Crayola-colored tresses for (gasp!) a natural hair look.  

Spring represents the season of reflection and renewal. It's a time to think about rebirth and new life--especially as Easter approaches this Sunday and Passover concludes next Tuesday. So, if you're ready to freshen up your look, this might be the best time of the year to do.

However, it's not as easy as it sounds. If you need a little inspiration and motivation, check out the following must-have mane makeovers from style icons such as Taylor Swift, Kim Kardashian, Shailene Woodley and Jennifer Lawrence. They'll add lots of spice and everything nice to your Easter and Passovers get-togethers. 

We've also assembled the latest hair products to maintain your new you 'do. These shampoos, conditioners, serums, masks and sprays will help your strands stay strong, soft and shiny.

Have a lovely holiday celebration!

KATY PERRY

Photo by Eva Rinaldi

Before: Green jewels and dresses.

After: Green tresses.

NICKI MINAJ

Photo by  Philip Nelson

Before: Day-glo pink wig.

After: Glam-glo evening look with her natural color and highlights.

TAYLOR SWIFT

Photo by Eva Rinaldi

Before: Long blonde locks.

After: "Short hair, don't care!"

KIM KARDASHIAN

Before: Blonde bombshell.

After: Brunette beauty.

SHAILENE WOODLEY

Photo by Nick Step
Before: Long and luxurious.

After: Short and sassy.

KRISTEN STEWART

Photo by Tabercil

Before: Sleek brunette.

After: Messy orangette.

JENNIFER LAWRENCE

Before: Soft long waves to...

Photo by Georges Biard

Shoulder length to...

After: Super short.

SHINE: 100% Pure Kelp & Mint Volumizing Shampoo and Conditioner. BEAUTY: Purify and fortify your strands with aloe vera leaf juice, and kelp and peppermint leaf extracts help boost body, bounce and brilliance. BEACON: Vegan, and gluten and cruelty free. Also contains no artificial fragrances, chemical preservatives, sulfates or detergents.

SHINE: Bigen Protect & Repair Shampoo, Deep Conditioner and Semi-Permanent Hair Color (Intensive Ruby Red). BEAUTY: The shampoo and conditioner utilize rice water and sunflower seed oil to moisturize and mend your mane, while the hair color contains honey, shea butter and sunflower seed oil to aid in covering gray for up to eight washes and enhancing your natural hue. BEACON: Free of ammonia and hydrogen peroxide.

SHINE: Davines OI/Absolute Beautifying Conditioner, OI/All in One Milk and OI/Absolute Beautifying Shampoo. BEAUTY: This transformational trio for your tresses creates softness, shine and silkiness with sunflower seed and rose-extracted roucou oils. BEACON: Contains no parabens. To coincide with Earth Month and Earth Day on April 22, 10% of the proceeds from the purchases of these products between April 21-26, 2014, will be donated to The Fruit Tree Planting Foundation. 

SHINE: Fat Hair "0" Calories Thickening Shampoo and Conditioner (for fine, limp hair). BEAUTY: Wheat and soy proteins help expand each hair shaft to make your strands stronger and more healthy looking. BEACON: Vegan, and contains no sulfates or parabens. 

SHINE: Kérastase Irisome Bain Satin 1 Shampoo (normal to slightly dry hair), K Lift Vertige Root-Uplifting Gel (medium hold) and Irisome Masquintense Fine (for fine, dry hair). BEAUTY: The gel utilizes castor oil to help add volume, while the mask and shampoo feature iris florentina root extracts and wheat proteins to keep strands smooth and supple without weighing them down. BEACON: No animal testing.

SHINE: Sally Hershberger Major Body 3-in-1 Volumizing Spray and Hyper Hydration Spray Serum. BEAUTY: The spray features caffeine, wheat protein and keratin to aid in building weightless volume, while the serum utilizes galanga root extract and keratin to create frizz-free shine. BEACON: No animal testing and vegan.

SHINE: Shu Uemura Ultimate Remedy Extreme Restoration Collection (for ultra-damaged hair)--Treatment, Shampoo, Conditioner and Duo-Serum. BEAUTY: This luxurious line for your locks serves to step up shine, softness and smoothness by blending a lotus flower infusion with a ceramide formula. BEACON: No animal testing.

SHINE: TRESemmé Keratin Smooth 7 Day Smooth System--Shampoo, Heat Activated Treatment (designed for use with a flat iron) and Conditioner. BEAUTY: Infused with keratin, this collection helps remove impurities, create more manageability and calm unruly strands. BEACON: No animal testing. The parent company's Unilever Foundation supports Save the Children, UNICEF and the World Food Programme.

Red Carpet Hair Trends: Best Tressed at the 2014 Academy Awards

It never rains in L.A.--until awards season arrives. So a crazy couple days of unusually heavy downpours could have 86ed the 86th Annual Academy Awards, but the weather cleared up just in time to roll out the red carpet. 

As the sun began to emerge, so too did the mega-watt smiles and styles. A-listers sparkled in metallic, such as Angelina Jolie in a silver Elie Saab gown and Jessica Biel in a nude Chanel number with silver shimmer accents. Others appeared heavenly in white and light-colored looks, such as Cate Blancett in Armani Privé, Kate Hudson in Atelier Versace and Naomi Watts in a sequined backless Calvin Klein. 

Gorge gowns weren't the only style statements that rocked the red carpet. Long, short and upswept hair trends also created show-stopping moments. The headband that Lupita Nyong'o sported as the crowning glory of her cropped 'do prompted its own Twitter handle (@LupitasHeadband) and the debut of the new brunette hair color of Margot Robbie turned a lot of heads.

Which ones deserve Best Tressed Awards? The following five fab trends flowed, glowed and stole the show. And, to help you create your own stunning strands, we also present the latest serums, tools, treatments, shampoos, conditioners and finishing sprays. They're designed to give you lift, luminosity and luxurious locks. 

Cue the applause!

OLD HOLLYWOOD

Cate Blanchett struck gold in a big way. In addition to nabbing a Best Actress Oscar for her performance in Blue Jasmine, she donned golden retro locks with soft waves that gently kissed her nude-toned, gold-embellished Armani Privé gown. Best of all, she gave a shout out to her glam squad during her acceptance speech: "To the hair and makeup people who sweated me up and tried to make me look attractive."

Kate Hudson oozed glamour with her nostalgic nod to old Hollywood. She wowed with her heavily highlighted, side-swept finger wave 'do and pale silver Atelier Versace gown. The art deco-inspired dress featured a plunging neckline, and ethereal cape and train, which screamed movie star appeal. In fact, dare we say that Hudson created one of the best Oscar moments in recent red carpet history.

Two words: Personal best. Sandra Bullock crushed it with her out-of-this-world sophistication. The Gravity star, who was nominated for Best Actress, exquisitely channeled Veronica Lake with her statement part and long, cascading curls. Her right side-swept hair balanced the sculptural draping of the left side sash on her silk strapless midnight blue Alexander McQueen gown.

GRECIAN GODDESS

Congrats to Lupita Nyong'o. Not only did she take home a Best Supporting Actress Award for her performance in 12 Years A Slave, but she also won our hearts with her sense of style. She accented her crop-top, faux-hawk cut with a Fred Leighton gold and diamond headband, which perfectly complemented her Grecian-inspired "Nairobi blue" Prada gown. With its plunging neckline/backline and flowing pleated chiffon silhouette, she told a local reporter that she felt like "Cinderella, a rock star and superwoman.” 

CHIC CHIGNON

Baby bump on board! Beautifully accessorized with her maternity curves and fiancé Jason Sudeikis, Olivia Wilde glowed as she glided down the red carpet. To highlight her growing bump, the mommy-to-be sported an on trend black and white Valentino gown with a high neck. But the best was yet to come: She completed her nude lip and dramatic cat eye look with a messy chignon and face-framing layers. Flawless!

SHINE: Affinage Indigo Defender Thermal Protector. BEAUTY: Protect your strands from the harsh styling process of curling irons, straighteners and blow driers. BEACON: Free of parabens. Supports The Alternative Hair Charitable Foundation.

SHINE: Alterna Haircare Bamboo Abundant Volume Shampoo and Conditioner, and 48-Hour Sustainable Volume Spray. BEAUTY: Sunflower seed oil and maca root extract help thicken and amplify your locks for a more full-bodied look. BEACON: No animal testing. Free of gluten, sodium chloride, parabens, sulfates, phthalates and synthetic color. Supports WaterAid and National Kidney Foundation.

SHINE: Conair Hi-Styles Volume & Lift, Topsy Tail and French Twist. BEAUTY: Create your own show-stopping updos, ponytails, chignons and luxurious lift with these easy-to-use aids--a hair volume builder insert, an all-in-one styling tool and a French twist clip. BEACON: Supports the American Red Cross, American Ballet Theatre and National Dance Institute.

SHINE: Hamadi Organics Healing Serum. BEAUTY: Sunflower, avocado and ylang ylang flower oils hydrate your hair follicle from the inside out to heal damaged, dry and color-treated hair. BEACON: Ecocert certified and no animal testing. Biodegradable, and free of fragrances and colorants.

SHINE: Intelligent Nutrients Straight Hair Serum and Curvy Hair Serum. BEAUTY: Smooth, soften and separate your strands, as well as define and defrizz your look, with aloe vera leaf juice powder, and safflower, pumpkin and grape seed oils. BEACON: No animal testing and USDA Organic certified. Vegan and gluten free. Contains no pesticides, phthalates, sulfates, artificial fragrances, parabens, glycol, formaldehyde, petrochemicals or silicone.

SHINE: Maijan Fine Hair Boost Hair Oil Treatment. BEAUTY: Argan, neem and castor oils, along with aloe vera extract and vitamin E, restore vital nutrients to your hair to give it a healthy, youthful glow. BEACON: No animal testing and vegan. Free of parabens, sulfates and alcohol. 

SHINE: Skin Authority Oil Nutrient for Face, Hair & Nails. BEAUTY: Restore and revitalize dry, damaged hair, as well as skin, scalp and nails, with sunflower, safflower and avocado oils. BEACON: No animal testing. Free of parabens, dyes and added fragrances. Supports Look Good...Feel Better.

SHINE: TRESemmé 24 Hour Body Finishing Spray. BEAUTY: This fierce formula aids in fighting frizz and resisting humidity, but it's also light enough to leave your locks shiny and manageable. BEACON: No animal testing. 

Holiday Hairstyles: 5 Celebrity-Inspired Pixie Cuts that Create Dramatic Short & Sassy Looks

Jennifer Lawrence: The long and...

For Jennifer Lawrence, 2013 will always be known as the year that began with a thud and ended with a big bang. Remember what happened when she ascended the staircase to accept her Academy Award for Best Actress in Silver Linings Playbook last February? The superstar stumbled and tumbled as she tripped on her floor-length Dior gown.  

Lawrence now makes headlines for another reason. Her portrayal as Katniss Everdeen in Hunger Games: Catching Fire helped the movie shatter all box office records. Plus, she's receiving critical acclaim this month for her performance as the reckless wife of a con artist in the '70s disco era crime drama American Hustle--opening in wide release today. 

...the short of it.

Then, in the middle of the back-to-back flick frenzy, Lawrence made a bold beautynista move. She chopped off her long locks to sport a playful pixie cut. The crop top trend, which has been embraced by several celebs, allows you to create versatile day and evening looks without a lot of muss and fuss. Your hair also dries faster, and you end up using less amounts of styling products--so they last longer. 

Ready to take your strands from flowing to fierce this holiday season? Check out the latest short and sassy styles from Miley Cyrus, Beyoncé, Jennifer Hudson and Pamela Anderson. We've also included must-have hair tools, accessories, styling products, and shampoos and conditioners to help make the transition easier. 

Happy hair holidays!

BEYONCÉ

Photo by Nat Ch Villa

Before: Curls just wanna have fun.

After: You go, girl!

JENNIFER HUDSON

Photo by Adam Bielawski

Before: Fashionista.

After: Beautynista.

MILEY CYRUS

Photo by Angela George

Before: Hannah Montana locks.

After: Miley Cyrus rocks.

PAMELA ANDERSON

Photo courtesy PETA

Before: Beachy.

After: Bitchin'.

SHINE: 100% Pure Volumizing Shampoo (Kelp & Mint). BEAUTY: Purify and protect your hair, while also adding luster to your locks, with aloe vera leaf juice, peppermint and kelp extracts, virgin coconut oil and vitamin E. BEACON: Vegan, and gluten and cruelty free. Also contains no detergents, synthetic chemicals, or artificial fragrances or colors.

SHINE: Affinage Sham Rock Styling Hairpaste. BEAUTY: Apply to dry or damp hair to create hold and high shine during holiday party season. BEACON: Supports The Alternative Hair Charitable Foundation.

SHINE: Alba Botanica Leave-In Conditioning Mist (Drink It Up Coconut Milk) and Anti-Frizz Serum (So Smooth Gardenia). BEAUTY: The mist smoothes unruly curls and brings locks back to life, while the serum tames flyaways for a more polished look. BEACON: No animal testing and vegan. Free of sodium lauryl sulfate, parabens, phthalates, artificial colors and silicones. Supports Furry Friends Rescue, Farm Sanctuary and Kitten Rescue.

SHINE: Beauty Without Cruelty Aromatherapy Hair Care Shampoo and Conditioner (Rosemary, Mint, Tea Tree). BEAUTY: Step up shine, smoothness and scent with rosemary, sweet orange, peppermint and tea tree oils. BEACON: Vegan and no animal testing. Free of parabens, SLS/SLES and synthetic fragrances.

SHINE: Belson Products Gold 'N Hot Professional 1875 Watt Ionic Ultra-Lightweight Dryer with Tourmaline. BEAUTY: The tourmaline-infused outlet grille emits negative ion heat to minimize frizz and maximize shine. BEACON: The parent company, Helen of Troy, supports the American Cancer Society.

SHINE: Davines Oi Absolute Beautifying Shampoo, Oi All In One Milk and Oi Absolute Beautifying Conditioner. BEAUTY: The shampoo and conditioner help boost body and brilliance, while the milk facilitates blow drying and fights frizz. BEACON: Free of parabens and sulphates. No animal testing.

SHINE: Jane Carter Solution Hair Nourishing Serum. BEAUTY: Strengthen your strands and prevent the possibility of breakage with essential oils of lemon, grapefruit and ylang ylang, and vitamins A, D and E. BEACON: Supports Women For Women.

SHINE: Maijan Argan Oil Shimmer Shine Spray. BEAUTY: Argan, rosewood and ylang ylang flower oils, along with grapeseed extract, help boost the shimmer power of your strands without leaving any residue. BEACON: Vegan and no animal testing. Contains no alcohol, parabens or sulfates. 

SHINE: Scunci headbands. BEAUTY: Meet your main squeeze under the mistletoe with these on-trend metallic hair accessories, which can be found at mass market retailers. BEACON: The parent company, Conair, supports the American Red Cross and National Dance Institute.

SHINE: Sonoma Soap Company Daily Shampoo and Daily Conditioner (Citrus Medley). BEAUTY: Enhance moisturization and silkiness with tangerine, grapefruit and orange oils, and aloe vera leaf juice. BEACON: No animal testing and vegan. Free of parabens, gluten and artificial colors. Supports Clean the World.

SHINE: Unilever TRESemmé Fresh Start Dry Shampoo (Color Care) and 24 Hour Body Non-Aerosol Hair Spray. BEAUTY: The shampoo helps you refresh the look and feel of your hair between washes without leaving any visible residue, while the hair spray fights frizz and maximizes manageability and volume. BEACON: The Unilever Foundation supports Oxfam, Save the Children, UNICEF and the World Food Programme.