Pretty in Pink: Summer Makeup Must-Haves for Lips, Cheeks & Eyes

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Nicki Minaj: Picture perfect in pink hair, lips and nails.

Quick... What color comes to mind when you think about bubble gum, cotton candy and watermelon margaritas? Five, four, three, two, one--pink!

Beautynistas predict that eye-popping, pretty-in-pink colors will be this summer's hottest trend. In fact, when celebs wanna turn heads on the red carpet, they think pink. Everyone from Gywneth Paltrow to Nicki Minaj to Lea Michele has made style statements with this sassy shade to create show-stopping hair, gowns, nails and makeup.

Anne Hathaway kick-started a couture craze when she floated down the aisle in a pink-dipped tulle Valentino gown on her wedding day last September. Jessica Biel then took the trend to the next level when she tied the knot with Justin Timberlake in a whimsical petal pink princess gown last October.

The color now dominates cosmetics counters, so it's an ideal opportunity to add a pop of pink to your summer look. Check out the latest luscious blushes, eyeshadows, glosses and lipsticks. You'll be tickled pink with the results.

Anne Hathaway choose a pink-dipped Valentino tulle gown on her wedding day to Adam Shulman last fall.

Justin Timberlake jumps for joy over his bride Jessica Biel and her custom Giambattista Valli pink wedding dress last year.

Gwyneth Paltrow lights up the red carpet in a hot pink gown by Valentino at the Met Gala Ball last May.

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Lea Michele

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Lucy Hale

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SHINE: Hemp Organics by Colorganics Pink Satin Lipstick. BEAUTY: Seal in moisture and shine with castor, hemp seed and jojoba oils. BEACON: No animal testing and USDA Organic certified. Contains no gluten, artificial fragrances and flavors, parabens, SLS, phthalates or FD&C colors. Supports Green America, The Library Project and Vote Hemp.

SHINE: Milani Powder Eyeshadow (Shocking Pink) and Haute Flash Full Coverage Shimmer Lipgloss (Flashy). BEAUTY: This highly pigmented duo wears well during the day or evening. BEACON: No animal testing.

SHINE: Mineral Fusion Lip Gloss (Dazzle). BEAUTY: Create lush lips with this creamy color. BEACON: No animal testing. Free of gluten, parabens, SLS, phthalates, artificial colors and synthetic fragrances. Supports the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence.

SHINE: Purely Pro Cosmetics Sheer Glo Lotion (Glow Pink). BEAUTY: Mix this incandescent lotion with your foundation, or wear it alone, to lock in luminosity. BEACON: No animal testing. Supports Dress for Success. 

SHINE: Sormé Treatment Cosmetics Long Lasting Eye Shadow Wet/Dry (Ice) and LipThick Super Plumping Gloss (Lollipop). BEAUTY: Create classic to crazy cool looks with this eye-lip combo. BEACON: No animal testing. Look Good...Feel Better.

SHINE: Sumbody Mineral Blush (Pretty in Pink). BEAUTY: Sparkling silver shimmer in a warm pink matte evens your complexion without clogging pores or causing irritation to restore radiance. BEACON: Free of bismuth oxide, talc, fragrance, parabens, animal oils, sodium lauryl/laureth sulfates and artificial preservatives. 

SHINE: Tarte Cheek Stain (Awakening) and LipSurgence Skintuitive Lip Tint (Energy). BEAUTY: Allow your skin's natural pH to provide a personalized shade of pink. BEACON: Cruelty free and vegan. Contains no parabens, mineral oil, sodium lauryl sulfate, phthalates or synthetic fragrances. Supports the Sustainable Amazon Partnership.

 SHINE: Vapour Organic Beauty Elixir Plumping Lip Gloss (Honor). BEAUTY: Maximize the fullness of your lips, while also enhancing their natural glow, with castor, jojoba and sunflower seed oils. BEACON: No animal testing. Supports Cleveland Clinic Lerner Research Institute.

5 Fun Ways to Create Beautiful Braids

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Jennifer Hudson strikes a pose in a sexy side braid.

Move over ponytail, there's a new sheriff in town--the big, bold, beautiful braid. The look works well no matter what the occasion or your hair texture type. Plus, it's an easy, effortless style that goes from classic to casual, red carpet to recreational and simple to sophisticated in the snap of an elastic hair band. Here's how to get started.

CLASSIC BRAID

Divide your hair into three sections. Take the outer right strands and cross them over the center section. Then take the outer left strands and cross them over the center piece. Alternate between left and right sections until the process is complete. 

In one of her red-carpet-best moments, Charlize Theron sports a braided sideswept updo.

FRENCH BRAID

Separate your hair into three sections. Using the same method above, braid them together. Weave small portions of hair from the sides into each section as you cross them over the center piece. Incorporate all loose strands as you finish the braid. 

French braids steal the show at Paris Fashion Week Fall 2011.

MESSY SIDE BRAID

French braid your hair from the back to the side, and fasten the remaining ponytail with an elastic hair band. Tease the ponytail and then create a classic braid. Randomly loosen pieces of hair for a messy look. Cut the elastic hair band off, but be careful not to remove any hair.

Lea Michele and Lucy Hale parade messy side braids down the red carpet.

FISHTAIL BRAID

Divide your hair into two sections. Take a small piece from the outer part of the right section and cross it over the top. Then add it to the left section. Do the same thing with the left section, crossing over to the right. Repeat until complete. Lightly pull the edges of the braid if you'd like to create a fuller look.

Aubrey O'Day flaunts a flirty fishtail braid.

WATERFALL BRAID

Separate your hair into three sections to begin a classic braid. After three weaves or so, drop a section. Gather a new strand that pulls the braid in the direction you'd like to go. Repeat until your desired look takes shape.

Nina Dobrev's recent red carpet look included a double waterfall braid.

Ashley Tisdale celebrated her 27th birthday with a summer waterfall braid and purple hair tips.

Thankfully you don't need a red carpet to rock beautiful braids. So we've compiled the latest shampoos, conditioners, tools and styling products to help create smooth, sleek and shiny strands.  

SHINE: Burt's Bees gud Orange Petalooza Nourishing Shampoo and Softening Conditioner. BEAUTY: Hydrates hair with sunflower seed oil and peppermint leaf extract. BEACON: No animal testing. Contains no sulfates, parabens, phthalates or petrochemicals. Supports Habitat for Humanity.

SHINE: Infiniti PRO by Conair Tourmaline Ceramic 1" Straightener (fuchsia). BEAUTY: Ceramic-coated plates and far-infrared heat maximize manageability with 70% less frizz, according the manufacturer. BEACON: Supports the American Red Cross and National Dance Institute.

SHINE: Hamadi Organics Shea Spray De-Frizzing Sun Protector. BEAUTY: Shea butter, avocado oil and aloe vera leaf powder help protect, fortify and smooth strands. BEACON: Ecocert certified and no animal testing. Free of artificial fragrances and colorants.

SHINE: Kitoko Hydro-Revive Cleanser and Balm. BEAUTY: Remove impurities and maximize manageability with baobab, green tea extract, and vitamins A & E. BEACON: Contains no sodium laureth sulphate or sodium lauryl sulphate. 

SHINE: Number 4 Clarifying Shampoo. BEAUTY: Sunflower seed oil, and black currant leaf and yogurt extracts nourish hair and scalp. BEACON: Vegan and no animal testing. Sulfate, gluten and paraben free.

SHINE: Peter Lamas Chinese Herbs Revitalizing Styling Cream. BEAUTY: Control frizz and fly-aways, add moisture and reduce breakage with jojoba seed, olive leaf and licorice root extracts. BEACON: Vegan and no animal testing. Contains no parabens. 

SHINE: Pureology Precious Oil Shamp'Oil and Precious Oil Softening Condition. BEAUTY: Sunflower seed and coconut oils maximize elasticity, shine and softness. BEACON: No animal testing. Vegan and free of sulfates. Supports Global Green USA.

SHINE: Redken Smooth Lock Stay Sleek Leave-In Cream (for dry/unruly hair). BEAUTY: Protect and smooth strands with coconut, sweet almond and olive fruit oils. BEACON: Parent company L’Oréal partners with UNESCO to support For Women In Science.  

SHINE: Urban Therapy Twisted Sista Leave-In Conditioner. BEAUTY: Argan oil, lychee and vitamin E condition, calm and control for static-free hair. BEACON: Contains no sulfates, parabens, mineral oils or phthalates.