The 15 Minute Beauty Fanatic blog recently posted about makeup artist Molly Stern's favorite brushes for every part of your face. It's a great read if you've ever hesitated before reaching for a brush, wondering if you're using the right one (something I still do occasionally). Stern talks about them in terms of Shu Uemura brush numbers, but you can easily use that as a reference and buy the same shapes from other brands. Check it out.

Also, on All About the Pretty's blog, she did a comparison test between Gillette Venus Embrace and Gillette Mach3 Turbo. I won't say which razor won, but I will say I may "accidentally" reach for my boyfriend's razor next time I need to shave my legs. You can also read Kristen's review of the Venus Embrace, but unfortunately her husband won't let her try her own comparison test with his Mach3 -- too bad.

Lancome's fall collection hits stores this month and I was lucky enough to score the gorgeous Poudre Elephant Teint (see photo above). It's a shimmery powder bronzer that has an elephant emblazoned on it. I love these gorgeous compacts, but I always feel bad about using them -- it always mucks up the pretty design in the powder. Well, I bit the bullet and decided to give it a swirl and dust it on my cheeks, forehead, nose and chin. It gave my fair skin a toasty golden glow, but do watch out for the red blanket area -- it is highly pigmented and will give you more of a sunburn effect -- ouch!

How do you feel about buying pretty compacts like this? Do you buy them and use them or not? Do you agree that it's pointless to buy something this pretty if you're not ever going to put it on your face? Or do you just go for it?

Have you seen Eva Longoria Parker's cropped cut? She debuted it on July 21 at the announcements of the ALMA Awards nominees. It's a great take on the bob haircut that's been sweeping Hollywood. With the deep side part and side-swept bangs she still stands out among the Katie Holmes and Victoria Beckham look-alikes. What do you think of the new look? Do you like it better than her old 'do (below)? Oh and Kristen wants to know if you think she should go even shorter with her hair. What do you think?

Stila just released a limited-edition red lipstick to help promote the Rock the Vote organization. They'll be donating 25 percent of the proceeds from the first 500 lipsticks sold to Rock the Vote and will have a link for people to register to vote on their site. Check it out if you need to register -- or if you're just looking for a new red lip color.

Celebrity makeup artist Carmindy from TLC's "What Not To Wear" could be at a store near you this summer. The expert is visiting drugstores and beauty supply stores across the country to demonstrate her natural beauty-enhancing secrets with the new Sally Hansen Natural Beauty Inspired by Carmindy makeup collection.

Learn how to choose makeup that showcases your best features and emphasizes your natural beauty. Shoppers who visit Carmindy will get makeup recommendations, a coupon and a sample of the Sally Hansen line -- available on a first-come, first-serve basis. See her Los Angeles schedule below:

Friday, July 11:

Location: CVS, 12015 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA

Time: 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Location: Ulta, 7100 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, CA

Time: 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Saturday, July 12:

Location: Longs, 3202 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, CA

Time: 10 a.m. to noon

Her Miami schedule:

Friday, July 18:

Location: CVS, 8765 S. Dixie Highway, Miami, Fla., 33143

Time: 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Location: Ulta, 12054 SW 88th St., Kendallgate Shopping Center

Time: 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Saturday, July 19:

Location: CVS, 9031 SW 107th Ave., Miami, Fla., 33176

Time: 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Her Dallas schedule:

Friday, July 25:

Location: CVS, 10455 North Central Expressway, Dallas, Texas, 7523

Time: 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Location: Ulta, 5301 Beltline Road No. 114, Prestonwood Town Center

Time: 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Saturday, July 26:

Location: CVS, 5702 Lavon Dr., Garland, Texas 75040

Time: 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Stay tuned for more details as the tour moves to the following cities and dates:

Chicago, August 15 & 16

New York City, TBA

Images: sallyhansennaturalbeauty.com, carmindy.com

A recent Aussie survey found that 83 percent of women are confused about which products to use for what purpose and 74 percent have a love-hate relationship with their hair. It's practically an epidemic!

If you're suffering from a rocky relationship with your hair, check out some of our articles that aim to help:

Hairstyles How-To: Sexy Waves

The Best Products for Curly Hair

Who Won the Battle Against Dry Hair?

Fried Hair Rehab

17 Hairstyles That Take Less Than 10 Minutes

Luxe vs. Less Hair Care

What's your biggest hair issue? Please share them with me in our comments section.

You may have seen Charli's post below about makeup artist Carmindy (from TLC's "What Not to Wear") traveling around showing people the new Natural Beauty line of cosmetics she created with Sally Hansen. Last week, Charli and I went to one of the Los Angeles stops to check out the products, which Carmindy demonstrated on my face (meaning I got a much-needed touch-up for my Friday night out).

I like her whole philosophy of enhancing natural beauty instead of covering it up. As you can see from the shots Charli took, even though she applied plenty of makeup, I didn't look overly made up. (And I assure you this look is definitely an improvement on what I looked like beforehand.) It also didn't feel like I had much makeup on at all -- a plus since I hate that mask feel of a full face of foundation. Unfortunately our final shot didn't turn out but you can get a pretty good idea from these shots below.

To create my "natural" look, Carmindy used the Luminizing Face Primer and Your Skin Makeup from her line (which she said are suitable for all skin types). Instead of using additional concealer, she just built up the foundation on trouble spots. She did, however, use Fast Fix Concealer in All-Over Brightener around my eyes. The pink tone of it worked well to brighten the area without looking fake or obvious. Then she used one of her Instant Definition Eye Shadow Palettes, the Natural Powder Blush (the line also has a cream blush), Color Comfort Lip Color (a lipstick) and Natural Shine Lip Gloss.

If you have the chance to check out one of these events, I highly recommend it. You can test out the products and pick up a tip or two from the expert herself.

Wanted to share some exciting news: You can now view some of our how-to videos on YouTube. Check out our channel and let me know what you think. Spread the news to all of your friends!

Dry, itchy scalp can be caused by a myriad of things, but I've noticed that the latest hair powder I've been using, Stila Jade Blossom Hair Refresher, may be a culprit. While it smells amazing, it tends to leave me with dry scalp after repeated use. (I use it about two or three times a week.) If you have this problem, I've discovered some solutions:

Pureology's new ZeroSulfate DandruffScalpCure Shampoo and DandruffScalpCure Hair Conditioner

If your hair is color-treated like mine, this will likely quell the urge to scratch your scalp with just a few uses -- without sacrificing the quality of your hair color. (Cheaper options for non-color-treated hair, if you don't mind the smell, are Neutrogena T-Gel Shampoo and Conditioner.)

Aveda Scalp Remedy Dandruff Solution

This has gotten mixed reviews, likely because it's not a cure-all remedy. It may not immediately solve dandruff, but I have found it quick and convenient at relieving that itchy, scratchy feeling. Just a quick shot (or three) on the itchy spots (easy with the root-focused spray nozzle) and my hands are suddenly happy to be resting at my side. Aveda also makes Scalp Benefits Balancing Shampoo and Conditioner, both of which reportedly smell good and have earned mostly great reviews.

If you know of products that either promote or relieve dry scalp, review them here!

It's been a couple weeks since my Good Morning America Now segment and I just can't stop thinking about how much makeup television journalists wear. I feel for them because I got a taste of amount they wear when I walked into the ABC studio "camera ready" for my segment. I was to receive hair and makeup touch-ups only, but when the makeup artist got hold of me she immediately removed the concealer, foundation and powder combo I had applied generously that morning. In place of it, she left what looked like a mask of thick foundation. It was scary in real life, so pancake-y and aging. I must admit though, my skin looked pretty good on TV (yet one more reason to realize that celebrities are just like us; they just wear A TON more makeup).

The minute the segment was over I couldn't wait to take off the mask, fearing I might run into a former colleague before I got the chance to do so (I'm vain, I know). So once I exited studio, I made a beeline for the Cle de Peau counter at Barney's and asked the salesperson to help me take it all off. He was the sweetest, helping me clean off the pancake makeup and reapply a much more natural look. (Thanks Larre!)

Oh and speaking of scary makeup, you must check out these freaky celebrity makeup looks in this gallery we just posted: Celebrity Oops! Scary Makeup Looks.