Choosing a hair color that complements your complexion is key. Elie�s cooler hue looks harsh against her fair skin tone. Colorist Scheib gives her a warm lighter brown all-over shade for a softer, more flattering look.

A single process hair color is easy to achieve at home, especially if you use one of these top-rated products and follow these expert tips.

Winona Ryder is the inspiration for Elie's short, face-framing chop. �She has the face, and great hair,� Ferrell says. �We�re giving her a funky bang so she�s still able to play with it.�

If you're considering a short cut, make sure you choose the right cut for your face shape. Not sure what that is? Find out here.

Ferrell uses only volumizing mousse (try Tresemme Volumizing Mousse, $4.99) to quickly add texture and maintain control before blow drying Elie's hair. If you're not sure if this volumizing product is right for you, consult this list of top-rated hair plumpers before buying.

Mezhgan starts with primer and foundation (try me by {Me}zhgan Luminous Me Primer and Foundation duo, $49) to even out Elie's complexion, saying, �she has great cheekbones, but we want to make her eyes stand out more.� Elie typically doesn�t wear much makeup, so Mezhgan shows her how to use black eyeshadow (try Prestige Eye Shadow in Ebony, $3.99) to create a smoky eye that transitions easily from day to night. "The trick is to blend well,� Mezhgan says. Want a more intense smoky eye? Watch this how-to.

Here�s the snapshot Elie sent us. We immediately saw that, with the right color and cut, her beautiful eyes and cheekbones would be gorgeously emphasized. So ... how did she turn out?