6 Hairsprays That'll Take Fine Hair To New Heights

March 12, 2019, 9:00 am

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As much as we'd love to walk around with hair the size of Beyoncé's in front of a wind machine, life isn't always set up that way — especially if you have fine hair. Having finer strands isn't a bad thing, necessarily; it just means that the diameter of each strand is less than the diameter of thick strands. That said, you might find that your style tends to get oilier, and falls flat more quickly, than hair that has more heft.

That's where hairspray comes in. Before you roll your eyes — we're not talking about the super-freeze spray of the '80s responsible for your great aunt's larger-than-life pompadour. We're talking modern, refined formulas that can make fine hair appear more full without feeling like a blast from the retro past.

Today's sprays can not only help you fake thicker strands, but they can add beachy texture, sop up oil, and act as a finisher all at the same time. Ahead, we rounded up some of our favorite sprays for fluffing up fine hair — no crunching or flaking in sight.

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Lugging around two separate bottles of spray for volume and texture gets heavy (and expensive). Instead, keep this bottle — which adds both texture *and* volume — close by. It'll create weightless body that's still soft to touch, while making your hair look effortlessly tousled.

**Bumble and bumble** BB. Thickening Dryspun Texture Spray, $31, available at Ulta Beauty

That Beyoncé hair you're after? You'll get it in this can, which delivers a fine mist that takes flat hair *all* the way up. Spray it a few inches away from your roots (or wherever needs to be perked up) and tease with your fingers. You'll have fuller hair with better style memory in a matter of seconds.

**Living Proof** Dry Volume Blast, $29, available at Living Proof

The volumizing polymers in this spray will latch onto your strands and give them an invisible lift. Vitamin E will also add a subtle shine to dry hair.

**Ouai** Volumizing Hair Spray, $26, available at Sephora

Use this spray on wet hair before a blow dry and you'll be left with waves that are so full at the root, it'll look like you did a roller set.

**Oribe** Maximista Thickening Spray, $39, available at Oribe

If you're not a fan of volumizing foams, try this spray-on formula instead. You can target it directly to your roots and heat style as usual. Thermal protection properties mean that, if you're going in with a dryer or flat iron, your roots are lifted *and* protected.

**Moroccanoil** Root Boost, $29, available at Sephora

Consider this powder spray your volumizer and dry shampoo in one (really cute) bottle. The narrow nozzle allows you to place product exactly where you need to absorb oil and add texture. Bonus points: The formula is vegan and talc- and aluminum-free.

**Amika** Vandal Volume Powder Spray, $25, available at Sephora

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Meet William Singer, The Ringleader At The Center Of The College Bribery Scandal

March 12, 2019, 9:45 am

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There's a new Billy McFarland in town, and his name is William Singer. Today, news broke of a $25 million nationwide college-acceptance scandal fraud scandal, implicating at least 33 parents (among them, Felicity Huffman, Lori Loughlin and her fashion designer husband Mossimo Giannulli, and prominent real estate investors and CEOs); nine coaches at Yale, Stanford, USC, Wake Forest, and Georgetown; two exam administrators; one exam proctor; one college administrator; and three people who organized the operation.

At the center of the scandal is William Singer, founder of a college-prep business called The Key, who took millions of dollars from his clients to get their children admitted to elite colleges by falsely positioning them as competitive athletic recruits and paying test administrators to fake their test scores. So far, Singer has been charged with racketeering conspiracy, money laundering conspiracy, conspiracy to defraud U.S., and obstruction of justice.

In a press conference held at the U.S. Attorney's Office this morning at 11 a.m. ET, details of the extreme lengths Singer went to to secure student admission were revealed — including the Photoshopping of students' faces on athletes' bodies and arranging for students to take the SAT or ACT individually with the administrators he bribed.

The Key Worldwide Foundation was nothing more than a front to launder money from parents, which Singer doled out to administrators as bribes. Parents would pay between $15,000 and $75,000 for someone else to take the SAT or ACT for their child, or to correct their child's answers afterward. Additionally, Singer would allegedly facilitate meetings with therapists in order to get additional time for students (presumably by obtaining diagnoses of disability), the goal being to generate test scores that were impressive and yet realistic — not too out of the park to invite extra scrutiny.

Singer also bribed coaches to admit students they knew were not athletes. According to the press conference, the head women's soccer coach at Yale got $400,000 to accept an applicant who didn’t even play soccer, and Singer walked away with $1.2 million. Once admitted non-athletes got to school, they either didn't show up for the athletics, feigned injury, or played briefly before quitting.

According to U.S. Attorney for the District of Massachusetts Andrew Lelling, most clients paid Singer between $250,000 and $450,000 per student — and some paid him as much as $6.5 million for his services.

This scheme, which the FBI coined "Operation Varsity Blues," has been ongoing since 2011, and the investigation has been in the works for over a year. So far there has been no evidence found that any of the schools themselves were involved, and none of the students have been charged either.

This afternoon, Singer pled guilty to the charges against him and now faces up to 65 years in prison. He admitted in court that he "created a side door that would guarantee families would get in.” His brother will reportedly post his $500,000 bond, and Singer's sentencing is scheduled for June 19.

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Why People With Endometriosis Are Photographing Their Scars

March 12, 2019, 9:50 am

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“I got sick when I was 13 years old, and I didn’t get better,” says Georgie Wileman, a 30-year-old photographer based in Brooklyn. “I struggled, but tried to live a normal life between ambulance trips and hospital stays. I was in and out of a wheelchair from pain and fatigue... yet I didn’t get a diagnosis until I reached 26.”

The diagnosis? Endometriosis, a condition in which tissue similar to uterine lining grows elsewhere in the body — usually on the outside of the uterus and nearby organs. During menstruation, this tissue acts like uterine lining does: thickening, breaking down, and bleeding. But, because it's not actually in the uterus, it has no way to leave the body. As a result, endometriosis — which affects one in ten people born with uteruses worldwide — can cause severe pelvic pain, especially during menstruation and during or after sex. It can also cause heavy periods, bleeding or spotting between periods, fatigue, digestive issues, and in some cases, difficulty conceiving.

Wileman’s thirteen-year wait for a diagnosis isn’t unusual. According to the Endometriosis Foundation of America, it takes an average of 10 years for a person to receive a diagnosis. People with endometriosis (sometimes shortened to endo) often say that when they sought help, their pain was dismissed as normal period cramps.

"Endometriosis is an incredibly isolating disease," Wileman says of her decision to document her experience in 2017. The first photo she took was a with a self-portrait: she is curled up in pain on white sheets with her partner Asher’s feet in the frame. When she started the project, Wileman was in severe pain, so she focused on self-portraits. But she soon began photographing other people with endometriosis, documenting intimate moments of pain, fatigue, and frustration. The photos — both the self-portraits and the images of others — form a series called This is Endometriosis.

Wileman's self-portrait, "2014-2017," was displayed in London's National Portrait Gallery in 2017. It shows her bare abdomen, black pen dating her scars and connecting them to form a five-sided shape. Now, in honor of Endometriosis Awareness Month, she is launching a social media campaign based on this image: with help of her assistants Sadie Sanders, Sayaka Ueno, and Martina Tuaty, Wileman has photographed other people's endometriosis scars, and invites others to take their own photos as well. Search #ThisIsEndometriosis on Instagram and you’ll see hundreds of others sharing what Wileman describes as “constellations of scars."

"Before meeting others, and seeing myself reflected, I felt that maybe I was alone in my symptoms," Wileman says. "Years of misdiagnoses and disbelieving doctors had left me with a distrust in my body and what was happening to me. With every person I meet, we find our lives have crossed and merged, a story repeated with every subject. It has been an incredibly painful, but cathartic experience."

**"2014-2017," Georgie Wileman (@georgiewileman), self-portrait**
**Georgie Wileman:** I always knew I needed to photograph my own journey with this disease. A series like this hadn’t been made, and it was too important not to create it. In my own work, I always ask my subjects to be open, honest and vulnerable. If I can’t apply those qualities to myself, I shouldn’t ask it of the people I photograph.
A big part of why I do this work is to raise awareness of the multiple surgeries that are performed for endometriosis, many causing nothing but more damage and pain. The current best treatment is excision surgery with an endometriosis specialist. Without being told this in a support group chat room, I would still be on my back, covered in heat pads, semi conscious on pain medication. I need to pass this message on. Photography is what I can do, so it’s how I’ve done it.
I had originally intended for this work to mostly be of other people. I was recently wheelchair bound for a year due to endometriosis, and was unable to photograph anyone other than myself, with the help of my family and carers. When I was able to, I started focusing on people with loud voices in this sector, like actress and director Lena Dunham and author Abby Norman.
It was also very important to me that this series was inclusive and demonstrates that endometriosis is not just a white women’s disease. Endometriosis does not discriminate against race or gender identity, despite common opinion in the medical field.
Photographed By Georgie Wileman.

**"Abby In The Shower": Abby Norman (@abbymnorman)**
**Abby Norman:** Almost a year ago to the day, in fact, [Georgie] came to my hotel room while I was on my book tour in NYC. I was trying to get presentable for press [for my memoir about endometriosis *Ask Me About My Uterus: A Quest to Make Doctors Believe in Women's Pain*] but felt miserably sick. Travel is always difficult, and heat is my go-to pain management strategy. That was my second scalding hot shower since I'd checked in the night before.
What Georgie understood immediately, and what I feel she captured so well in those photos we took, was the understanding that I would never emerge from the shower feeling better. It didn't matter how many I took; I only felt OK while I was in it. While I might have had a moment of being soothed physically, the emotional toll of being confined to the space, trapped and completely reliant on it, to not be able to see or talk to anyone, to be quite literally stripped naked and vulnerable, had become the truth of my life — and only I knew that truth. Allowing Georgie to witness that was powerful and ultimately empowering.
Photographed By Georgie Wileman.

**Untitled: Cori Smith (@cori5mith) and Deon Skye**
**Cori Smith (left):** [This photo] was the hardest part of the shoot for me. Here I was being loved and supported — but you can see the distance in my eyes, of just how far I am from the man I love... just how deep inside my own head I am. No matter how many kisses on the back of my neck, nothing can shake the trauma felt, the worries always present. Whether you're waiting for test results, or you're waiting to be discharged... The waiting to feel better always lies beneath, among other feelings of hopelessness, loss, self worth.
Photographed By Georgie Wileman.

**"2014-2017": Latia Lee (@fearlessly_defying_endo)**
**Latia Lee:** I had just had surgery the day before, because [Georgie] came to visit me the following day. That was my third surgery in 22 months — it was a six hour surgery. In that picture, I was just tired and thinking, *Please, let this be the last surgery*.
It’s pretty much consumed me since 2017: Having three surgeries in less than 2 years is pretty heavy. And I was one of the patients that had lung collapses due to endo — I had two surgeries on my right lung where they removed endo from my diaphragm. That surgery was 2014, and in 2017, I had another surgery for my lung. That’s why I was so mentally drained and just praying that this was going to be the last one.
That was in December. I suffered some pretty bad nerve pain from it; when they took one of the big nodules, it had nerve fibers and tissues, so i’m dealing with that right now. But most of the endo symptoms I had before my surgery in December are gone, so I’m pretty thankful for that. The next step is I'm very fortunate that, despite having stage 4 endometriosis and so many excision surgeries, my uterus is in really good shape. So my next journey over the summer is to try to have a baby, and I'm pretty excited about that.
If I could have a word for anyone who has endometriosis, or thinks they have symptoms of endometriosis, I want to let them know that their symptoms are real. If your healthcare provider is dismissing you, seek another healthcare provider until you are heard and they’re listening and they want to help you. Don't give up hope, keep the faith, and keep fighting.
Photographed By Georgie Wileman.

**"2009-2019," Natalie Archer (@natalie__archer)**
**Natalie Archer:** When this photo was taken, I was only a few weeks out from a major surgery. A month on, I am still overwhelmed by fear most days that the surgery will not be successful and I will continue to live in debilitating pain. I love how Georgie's project brings visibility to a mostly invisible illness.
*Use the hashtag #ThisIsEndometriosis to see more photos or to contribute your own.*
Photographed By Georgie Wileman.

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Lush's Limited-Edition Seasonal Collection Is Perfect For Spring Gifting

March 12, 2019, 10:00 am

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After a long winter, spring is finally on its way — and Easter, Mother's Day, and bridal-shower season are coming right along with it.

If you know you'll be needing a little something small for a friend, your mom, or your 13-year-old cousin, you can find the perfect treat-yourself gift at Lush. The bath-and-body company we all know and love just dropped a whole line of spring-themed bath treats — and they're the sweetest we've ever seen.

Scroll through to find all the limited-edition flower-petal bath bombs and bunny-shaped sugar scrubs, any of which would make the perfect topper to an Easter basket or a Mother's Day gift set.

Fill your tub with warm water, drop in this pink-and-blue butterfly bath bomb, lay back, and float away on a bubble cloud of rose and Sicilian lemon oils.

**Lush** Rose Butterfly Bath Bomb, $6.95, available at Lush

Massage this honey-bear soap into your skin and inhale the sweet blend of organic agave, vanilla, cocoa butter, dark chocolate, and tonka.

**Lush** Hunny Bear Massage Bar, $9.94, available at Lush

Like a Cadbury Creme Egg, for your bathtub.

**Lush** Cream Egg - Yellow Bubbleroon, $5.95, available at Lush

Your mom is incredible, and this bath bomb says that — and treats her to a soothing bergamot-scented bubble bath, too.

**Lush** Incredible Mom Bath Bomb, $5.95, available at Lush

Can you think of anything cuter than a pink bunny bath bomb?

**Lush** Bunny Bomb Bomb, $7.95, available at Lush

Okay, baah, baah bath sheep may be even more adorable.

**Lush** Lamb Bomb Bomb, $7.95, available at Lush

This vanilla-coconut sugar scrub bar is sweet and practical, perfect for sloughing away dead skin pre-sundress season.

**Lush** Coco Sugar Scrub, $6.95, available at Lush

A feminist bubble bath is a meaningful luxury to give and receive.

**Lush** Grl Pwr Bubble Bar, $10.95, available at Lush

Treat yourself, or someone you love, to a romantic bubble bath sprinkled with flower petals.

**Lush** Floating Flower Bath Bomb, $6.95, available at Lush

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The President Allegedly Wanted To Get Rid Of Ivanka & Jared

March 12, 2019, 10:19 am

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No wonder Ivanka Trump recently "joked" that being President Donald Trump's daughter is "the hardest job in the world." According to Kushner Inc., a book by HuffPo editor-at-large Vicky Ward set to be released on March 19, the president allegedly wanted Ivanka and Jared Kushner to resign because they were giving him bad press. Which is confusing, because he's plenty capable of giving himself bad press!

"Get rid of my kids; get them back to New York," Trump told his former White House chief of staff John Kelly in 2017, according to a copy of the book obtained by the New York Times on Tuesday.

Trump apparently complained that Ivanka and Jared "didn’t know how to play the game," which goes against the widely perpetuated idea, at least at the beginning of his presidency, that his daughter and son-in-law act as moderating forces on the president.

"I wrote Kushner Inc. in part to pierce the narrative that Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner have been moderating influences on the president," Ward tweeted on Monday. "They are far from stabilizing forces. They are, in fact, his chief enablers. I show that in example after example in my book."

She continued, "There is a reason why anti-nepotism laws exist. Not only are Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump inexperienced and unqualified to hold such power within the White House, but they are, as John Kelly says, 'difficult to fire.' That invincibility is dangerous."

In the book, Ivanka defends her father's comments that "there is blame on both sides" for the deadly violence in Charlottesville, VA, in August 2017. "My dad's not a racist; he didn't mean any of it. That's not what he said," she reportedly said.

Unsurprisingly, a spokesperson for Ivanka called Kushner Inc. "a book of fiction."

"The 220 people I interviewed for the book might beg to disagree," Ward fired back on Twitter.

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What Is Poosh? & Other Important Questions About Kourtney Kardashian's New Brand

March 12, 2019, 10:30 am

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One week ago, Kourtney Kardashian teased something on her Instagram. We say something because at first, it was totally unclear what exactly she was teasing. The photo she posted features her sitting on a bathroom countertop naked drinking tea and holding a laptop next to a shelf filled with various luxurious-looking products and bath linens. The caption accompanying the photo reads, "C O M I N G. S O O N" and @poosh, another Instagram account is tagged. This cryptic post left the internet asking, "what the hell is Poosh?" Now, seven days later, we do finally have some alleged answers, though nothing has been confirmed by Kourtney Kardashian. Here's what we know.

What is Poosh?

According to the collage of photos on Poosh's official Instagram account, Poosh "isn't a monologue. It's a dialogue." Though that suggests that Poosh may offer a platform for users to interface — with one another, the brand, and Kourtney Kardashian herself — it's too vague to actually explain anything about what Poosh actually is. While Instagram posts from Poosh aren't all that helpful in letting us know what it is, a source did supposedly tell Radar Online last week, "Kourtney’s line is going to cover everything, basically. Everything that you see in that photo, aside from Kourtney and the Apple laptop, is part of her line. She is launching Poosh as a beauty brand, but also a lifestyle brand. So that means that the tea set, as well as the colognes on the shelf and even the towels are going to be included in her brand."

C O M I N G. S O O N. @poosh

A post shared by Kourtney Kardashian (@kourtneykardash) on Mar 4, 2019 at 12:18pm PST

So, Poosh is reportedly a lifestyle brand, but that classification gets thrown around a lot these days without any actual details on what it means. In Poosh's case, it seems to mean "a website featuring non-downloadable publications in the nature of articles and blog posts in the fields of entertainment, exercise, fitness, health, wellness, fashion, interior decoration, nutrition, travel, parenting, and leisure," according to a trademark filed with United States Patent and Trademark Office on January 24, 2019.

A second trademark filed for Poosh on the same day explained that the brand would also promote and endorse the goods and services of others and have an online retail store featuring a variety of goods and services. That second trademark seems to confirm another piece of information the source reportedly told Radar Online last week. "Ultimately, she kind of wants to be like her own Amazon. And with Kris Jenner's support, she very well might achieve this goal," the source revealed.

What does the name "Poosh" mean?

According to a 2018 New York Times Magazine profile, Gwyneth Paltrow came up with the name GOOP for her lifestyle brand after she was told, "all the successful internet companies had double O's." And, in a 2009 USA Today interview, Paltrow explained, "I wanted it to be a word that means nothing and could mean anything." It looks like Kardashian followed both those strategies when naming her lifestyle brand as well.

Aside from containing two O's and being a nonsensical word, though, Poosh seems to have sentimental meaning for Kourtney. Yesterday, on her personal Instagram account, Kardashian posted a photo of herself in the bath with her daughter Penelope standing close by, sweetly tousling her mother's hair. The photo's caption read, "Name: Penelope, Nickname: Poosh." So, the brand was likely named after her daughter.

Name: Penelope, Nickname: Poosh

A post shared by Kourtney Kardashian (@kourtneykardash) on Mar 11, 2019 at 12:38pm PDT

How does Poosh already have 2.3 million Instagram followers?

Though everything the Kardashian-Jenners touch does seem to instantly begin racking up social media followers, it did seem a little unlikely that the Poosh account had 2.2 million the day it posted its very first tease. Turns out, it wasn't the naked Kourtney collage that drew all those followers. On last Friday's episode of the Who? Weekly, host Lindsey Weber explained that Kardashian took over the Instagram account of her and sisters Kim and Khloé's now-defunct boutique, Dash. When she turned the Dash account into Poosh's new account, she retained all of Dash's millions of followers. The clever move means that in reality Poosh has gained around 100,000 followers in the last week. Still pretty impressive for an Instagram account that's very unclear about its brand's purpose.

How Does One Stay In The Loop?

Despite a full week of posts from Poosh, we still have no idea when any of its supposed purposes will get carried out on Poosh.com. For now, all curious fans and skeptics can do is go to the website and sign up for an email update once the brand officially launches.

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Ulta Just Dropped Its Birthday Gifts For Spring & Summer Babies

March 12, 2019, 10:45 am

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If you're not already an Ulta mate Rewards Member — with a shiny orange-and-pink credit card that earns you loyalty points every time you shop at Ulta Beauty — now's an opportune time to sign up. Not only because there's an Ulta mega-sale happening over the next 21 days, but also because you can score a free beauty product just for being born.

Similar to Sephora's Insider loyalty program, Ulta's is comprised of three tiers — Ultamate Rewards, Platinum Ultamate Rewards, and Diamond Ultamate Rewards. They all differ in perks depending on the amount you spend annually, but you get a free birthday gift at each spending level regardless. And there's no cost to join — all you need is an email address.

Ulta isn't revealing its birthday gifts for the entire calendar year just yet, but the retailer did just unveil its exclusive freebies for members born between March and June. If you're signed up for the rewards program, you can pick up them up at your local Ulta store during your birthday month. Scroll through to check them out, and keep this guide handy as your big day approaches. We'll be updating it throughout the year — especially for you fall and winter babies.

**March**
If you're already celebrating your birthday month, we've got more good news: For the next couple weeks, you can pick up a deluxe sample of It Cosmetics Confidence In A Cream moisturizer — which has a whopping 2,020 5-star reviews on Ulta's site.

**It Cosmetics** Travel Size Confidence in a Cream Moisturizing Cream, $16, available at Ulta Beauty

**April**
For all those April babies out there, Ulta is gifting you a free liquid lipstick that's perfect for festival season. Tarte's $20 Matte Lip Paints are all gorgeous, but we're definitely partial to the soft-pink Pillow Talk.

**Tarte** Tarteist Quick Dry Matte Lip Paint, $20, available at Ulta Beauty

**May**
If you're born in May, Ulta is giving you the gift of long, thick lashes all month long. Starting May 1, you can pick up a free Lancôme Cils Booster Mascara Primer, which gives your lashes extra oomph by coating them in tiny, non-clumping microfibers.

**Lancôme** Travel Size Cils Booster XL Enhancing Mascara Base, $13, available at Ulta Beauty

**June**
In June, when your skin needs AC in a face mask, Ulta is delivering with Lancôme's Advanced Génifique Hydrogel Melting Sheet Mask. The cooling face mask brightens and hydrates skin, which is why we're saving it for the morning *after* our birthday celebration.

**Lancôme** Advanced Génifique Hydrogel Melting Sheet Mask, $15, available at Ulta Beauty

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The Prettiest Green Nail Polishes To Complete Your St. Patrick's Day Look

March 13, 2019, 12:40 pm

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We're seeing a steady slew of surprisingly wearable — and super-flattering — green shades flooding into spring trend reports, which can only mean one thing: manicure inspiration aplenty. Serendipitously, this color-trend uptick also happens to coincide with the all-shamrock-everything vibes of this weekend's beer-chugging celebration, also known as St. Patrick's Day.

So to help you plan for April's DIY mani and Sunday's festive bar hop, we thought it the perfect time to break down the best green nail polish to add to your collection before then. Ahead, we talked to a few trusted nail pros, who shared their favorite green shades of all time. From earthy moss to pastel mint, scroll through their guide to find your new favorite bottle of green — a fashion-forward investment for March 17 and beyond.

"Soft mushroom" might not sound like the sexiest shade, but hear us out. OPI's resident nail pro Sigourney Nuñez tells us this earthy bottle, called This Isn’t Greenland, is one of her all-time favorite neutral polishes. "This shade actually reads like a really pretty nude green," she says.

**OPI** Nail Lacquer in This Isn't Greenland, $10.5, available at Amazon

If you're looking for a deep, rich green, Chanel's Fiction is the easy pick. "In the seasonal transition, we're loving a deep green, borderline-black manicure," says nail pro and Olive & June founder Sarah Gibson Tuttle. "This is one of my personal favorites because the gem-like tones come through, giving the nails an unexpected pop when the light hits your fingers."

**Chanel** LE VERNIS Longwear Nail Colour in Fiction, $28, available at Nordstrom

Tenoverten is one of our favorite clean nail-care brands, *and* is newly shoppable at Target. Though every single polish is chic and wearable, this fresh seafoam is one of the most flattering shades, nail pro Nadine Abramcyk tells us. "Liberty is a green with cool blue undertones, which makes it a soft spring shade that looks great on every skin tone," she says.

**Tenoverten** Nail Polish in Liberty, $12, available at Target

Unlike the $17 kale salad you wish you could order for lunch everyday, this deep green is a totally worth-it investment. "If you're looking for an army green polish, this is the chicest bottle out there," Tuttle tells us.

**Nails Inc.** NAIL KALE Nail Polish in Bruton Mews, $15, available at Sephora

If you prefer your green to go on sheer, Lauren B's pale sage Mandeville Maven is a timeless choice. "This shade is so soft and muted that it could almost fall under the pastel trend," says celebrity manicurist Skyy Hadley. "It completely transcends seasons, and is perfect for spring or fall."

**LAUREN B** Nail Polish in Mandeville Maven, $18, available at LAUREN B BEAUTY

Just *try* not to feel refreshed and spring-y with a glossy mint-green polish on your fingers. "This light green shade immediately reminds me of warmer weather," Hadley tells us. "It adds that pop of fresh lightness to any look."

**OPI** Nail Polish in That's Hula-rious!, $10.5, available at OPI

If you're looking at your green manicure from a transitional standpoint — a polish to bridge the gap between seasons — grab this long-wearing gel polish. "This lush shade is glossy and glamorous, perfect for moving into spring," says Hadley. "For a green, it comes across as very sophisticated."

**Sally Hansen** Sally Hansen Miracle Gel Nail Polish in Leaf Me Be, $5.99, available at Target

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Yes, It's Okay To Not Go To Prom

March 13, 2019, 1:05 pm

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Prom season is here, which means that prom #content is everywhere. I’ve definitely awww -ed over some cute promposals, but with all the prom articles, Instagram posts, and ads everywhere, it can be hard to remember that prom is not actually mandatory.

I skipped prom for a few different reasons: I’d been to two homecoming dances before, and while I’d had an okay time, it didn’t feel the need to repeat it with a much-pricier ticket (another reason I skipped). My friends were all going with dates, and I was dateless; the few boys I would have liked to go with already had plans, and same-gender prom dates were not a thing in my small, conservative hometown. I would have gone with a group of friends that included other single people, but I didn’t want to be a third-, fifth-, or eleventh-wheel. And finally, while I had a handful of amazing friends, I didn’t love my high school experience overall and didn’t feel the need to celebrate as a class.

Instead, I hung out with another friend who skipped prom: we went to Chili’s, watched the Nightmare Before Christmas at her place, and met up with a few friends for a bonfire later on. It was a pretty good night — and ten years later, I don’t regret skipping.

Earlier this week, I put out a call via Twitter and Facebook, saying I wanted to talk to other prom-skippers. I was overwhelmed with responses, from an 18-year-old who skipped prom in 2018 to a few people in their 50s — not to mention all the people who did go to prom but wished they’d skipped it. Some people I talked to regretted skipping prom, especially if they’d skipped because they were struggling with self-esteem issues or were insecure about going without a date. But the majority of prom-skippers had no regrets.

Whether they were glad they skipped or wished they’d gone, most people I talked to had similar advice for current high school students: If prom sounds fun and you think you’ll have a good time, then go for it! But if you’re already dreading all things prom, you don’t have to go — especially if you know you’ll have a better time doing something else, whether spending a low-key evening in watching a movie with a friend, or creating iconic plans like Paperback Crush: The Totally Radical History of '80s and '90s Teen Fiction author Gabrielle Moss, who told me, “I skipped my prom and went to a concert instead because I had read that Carrie Brownstein had skipped her prom to go to a concert.”

Ahead, people who skipped prom share their stories — and their advice for current students considering not going to prom.

Kristie Foran, 26, Long Beach, CA; skipped prom in 2010

Why she skipped: " It still just wasn't very cool to be gay. I stayed in and got drunk on my dad’s living room floor with my best friends. We were probably 'the gay kids' at school."

Her advice: "I'd tell students, 'Look, you already know if you like going to school events, and getting dressed up, and dancing in public. And if you do, great, prom will be just like that! But if you don't already enjoy those things, prom isn't going to be any different. So don't feel bad for choosing a different path for yourself. The only thing you will ever regret is putting yourself in a situation that makes you feel unauthentic or uncomfortable.'"

Aura Bishop, 36, Brooklyn, NY; skipped prom in 2000

Why she skipped: " I was sick a lot in high school, so I missed out on a lot of things. I knew I wouldn't be able to go to prom. I treated myself to Taco Bell and watched Romy and Michele's High School Reunion on TV in my room, and determined that I would get to do plenty of awesome things when I'm an adult, and that prom was really just another dance at the end of the day. I was right. I'm still okay with having missed prom."

Her advice: "If prom is going to be an overwhelming financial burden, or if the thought of going doesn't bring you joy, it's okay to miss out. You will be fine. Do find another time to meet up with your friends to celebrate the passage of time."

Heysell R., 21, Dallas, TX; skipped prom in 2016

Why she skipped: "The reason I didn’t go is because I was overweight. I was so self-conscious about wearing a dress. I would see other girls who were much skinnier than I was, and I used to think that prom wouldn’t be for me. My friends kept telling me to go regardless, and I wanted to as well, but my own thoughts kept me from going. I totally regret skipping prom, especially when seeing girls trying to get ready for it and stuff every year."

Her advice: "I honestly believe if you want to go but you’re like me, self-conscious, you should go! You don’t have to have the fanciest dress or anything, just go out there and have fun. But if you really don’t want to go but feel pressured, just follow your own feelings. It’s okay to stay in and do something else as well."

LJ Vogel, 22, Brooklyn, NY; skipped prom in 2014

Why he skipped: "I was working out my gender identity at that point in time. I still had long hair and went by my deadname and didn’t even know what I would have felt comfortable wearing. I ended up staying home with my family and just enjoying the night. I don’t really have any regrets, and I’m glad I have an understanding of who I am now."

His advice: "I would tell anyone considering skipping prom that it isn’t the most important night of your life. You’re going to have so many other amazing nights as you get older with people you care about, so if you’re 17 or 18 years old and you feel like you’re going to regret it forever, chances are you won’t even think about it by the time you’re in your twenties. Do something for yourself that night. Stay in with family, go to a movie you really want to see, take yourself to a fancy restaurant."

Courtney Ruiz, 23, Dallas, TX; skipped prom in 2013

Why she skipped: "I skipped prom because I was very aware of the cost and I was only working as a nanny — I definitely couldn’t fully afford it on my own, and I felt bad asking my parents. I also didn’t have any romantic interests at the time or a close group of friends; my friends were kinda scattered in different groups. I had a quiet night in instead. I don’t regret skipping prom, even after all these years."

Her advice: "Prom is not necessarily a defining or crucial experience in high school, and it’s totally OK to skip out on that for whatever reason. Don’t let anyone pressure you into going strictly out of fear that you’ll regret it."

Meghan Sara, 34, Brooklyn NY; skipped prom in 2002

Why she skipped: "I desperately wanted to ask the girl I had a crush on, but by the time I worked up the nerve, she'd already asked someone else. To mask my hurt, I took up the "anti-prom, prom is weak sauce" banner. I successfully talked myself out of going because "prom is for sheeple." I stayed at home and watched Law & Order: SVU (my life has not changed much, tbh).

"Nowadays, I love any excuse to wear a gaudy gown and cut a rug. I think I had this chip on my shoulder about asserting my identity as an individual who didn't cow to society's norms, which meant I was a lonely, angry kid who either had it my way, or it was the highway. Skipping prom is one of my biggest regrets as an adult because for me, it really symbolizes a time when I sabotaged myself from doing something I might have enjoyed."

Her advice: "I believe it was Wayne Gretsky who said, 'You miss 100% of the shots you don't take.'"

Sara, 37, Philadelphia, PA; skipped prom in 1999

Why she skipped: " I might not have gone anyway (never was much of a joiner) but my father died in March of my senior year, and I pretty much skipped out on all end-of-year festivities except the graduation ceremony. Oddly, several of my teachers pressured me to go to prom — even offered to waive the ticket fee — but while I was grieving, I felt GREAT about not going. I don't remember how I spent the evening, but I do remember reveling in it, just really feeling glad to have some peace and quiet in a tough year."

Her advice: "Prom is not your last best chance at making a memory with your friends or connecting with a crush."

Paris Talley, 25, Columbus, OH; skipped prom in 2012

Why she skipped: "My high school was not and still is not 'gay-friendly.' Women were expected to dress as 'women' and men as 'men.' You weren’t allowed to go with friends or someone of the same sex. It all seemed very heteronormative, and I was not very feminine back then. Instead of prom, I went to a gay bar/club with my girlfriend and a few other friends who did not attend prom. I don’t regret not going to prom, but there are times I wonder what it would have been like to have attended."

Her advice: "I would tell current high school students to do what makes them feel comfortable and what will make them happy."

Alexa Cardelli, 24, Chicago, IL; skipped prom in 2013

Why she skipped: "I was clinically diagnosed with PTSD early 2012 from an event that I experienced with my friend group at the time. I underwent a serious lifestyle change to prevent myself from experiencing future trauma and to literally save my life. My friends at the time couldn't understand what I was going through, and were unwilling to change certain behaviors of theirs that would trigger my PTSD. Dealing with my own mental health made me realize how insignificant this time period is in the grand scheme of life, and I wasn't going to spend time, money, or energy with shitty friends at an overrated fake party in a convention center with gross food."

Her advice: "If you're considering skipping, just do it. The life you have in front of you contains the most special, rewarding and magical experiences and people, and things will just keep getting better and better."

Isabel Dieppa, 35, Chicago, IL; skipped prom in 2002

Why she skipped: "At the time I was living with a friend whose family was Jehovah's Witness. I was also a Jehovah's Witness, but I was on my way out. I wasn't sure if I wanted to go because I felt like there was a lot of pressure to date and to have sex, and I wasn't ready to do either of those things. My friend who I lived with wanted me to celebrate my achievement in some way. I had just turned 18, and she invited a few of our friends from church to go to a jazz bar in downtown Cleveland."

Her advice: "Prom is not about 'prom,' it's about the friends you hang out with. Some of the ritual stuff is fun: get a cute dress if you want, and just hang out with the people you care about. I mean, Ariana Grande looked like she was having a lot of fun hanging out at home in her silver Zac Posen gown on Grammy night. Ultimately, do what you want to do."

Rachel Rossen, 24, Brooklyn, NY; skipped prom in 2012

Why she skipped: "I was so uncomfortable in feminine formal wear — prom dresses just weren't my thing. Prom was never going to be a marker of any type of life event for me, because it’s just not something that has to do with any growing up for me. It would have just been me masquerading as some girl in a dress with some random date, and that was not me. I have absolutely no regrets about not going."

Her advice: "If I could talk to someone like me, I would say follow your gut, because there’s probably a reason why you’re not excited. If it’s not something you care about, then it won’t be something in your life you really regret. It’s not a marker of coming-of-age; there will be other opportunities for that.

"Speaking as someone who’s queer and feels like they had those experiences later in life — dating and having your first real kiss, your first real date, feeling that smitten feeling about being asked out — I do think that school dances can really ostracize people that way, and I didn’t even know that I felt that way at the time. If it’s not important to you now, trust me, it won’t be important to you in your 20s or 30s."

Caitlyn Alario, 24, Brooklyn, NY; skipped prom in 2013

Why she skipped: "Honestly, I skipped prom because nobody asked me. It sounds ridiculous to me now, but even as a fairly strong, independent 18-year-old, going to prom alone sounded like hell. I'd even picked out a dress online months in advance in the hopes that someone would ask me, but I never wore it. Luckily, my younger sister liked it enough to wear it to her junior prom the next year.

"The only thing I truly regret about skipping prom is that I don't have any pictures of myself in that dress that I loved so much. But also that I let myself be so powerless over that decision. Looking back on it, I wish I'd asked someone to go instead of waiting around to be asked — but even as a 'I don't need no man' kind of high school girl, I was too embarrassed to ask a boy myself."

Her advice: "I say do whatever you'll actually enjoy. Be honest with yourself about what you want to do, not what your friends want or you think you should do based on the current climate at your school. If there's someone you want to go to prom with, ask them. If you want to stay home and have a movie night, do that. If you want to throw your own little get together, go wild. It might feel like whatever decision you make is going to define you for the rest of your life, but I can guarantee that six years later, you'll have a whole new set of standards and decisions to define yourself by."

Scarlet Meyer, 28, New York, NY; skipped prom in 2009

Why she skipped prom: "I was introverted and had crippling social anxiety. All I could imagine was feeling bad about by myself in formal wear while my friends ditched me to dance with their significant others. On top of that, I was straightedge and having anxiety about dealing with all the drinking and drugs aspects of prom. I had so much pressure from family and friends who kept telling me I was going to regret skipping it, but I honestly never did."

Her advice: "I would say listen to your gut. Anyone who is telling you you're going to 'regret' skipping is projecting. If you genuinely like getting dressed up and dancing with your friends and don't have an icky feelings about it, go for it. But if deep in your soul you really just don't want to go, you don't have to do it. I promise there will be plenty of occasions to spend way too much money, wear stiff formal wear, and eat poached salmon when you get older. They're called weddings, and you're going to be invited to a lot of them."

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Georgia Rep. Proposes "Testicular Bill Of Rights" In Response To Anti-Abortion Bill

March 13, 2019, 1:13 pm

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Georgia state Rep. Dar'shun Kendrick has drafted a "Testicular Bill of Rights" to regulate men's reproductive organs, just like the anti-abortion bills proliferating across the country do with women's.

Her proposal is in response to the Georgia House's approval of a so-called "heartbeat bill," legislation that would outlaw abortion after a fetus' heartbeat is detected. This can happen as early as six weeks into a pregnancy, which is before most women even realize they are pregnant. Abortion is currently legal in Georgia within the first 20 weeks of pregnancy. The Georgia Senate is expected to vote on the bill Thursday.

The bill, which has not officially been proposed, would: require men in the state to get permission from their partner before obtaining a prescription for Viagra or other erectile dysfunction medication; ban vasectomies and punish doctors who perform them; make sex without a condom an "aggravated assault" crime for men; after DNA testing, require men to immediately start paying child support when the woman is six weeks and one day pregnant; and create a 24-hour waiting period for men who want to buy pornography or sex toys.

Ggggooooodddd morning! Introducing my "testicular bill of rights" legislative package. You want some regulation of bodies and choice? Done! pic.twitter.com/5E8HBRSc9l
— Dar'shun Kendrick (@DarshunKendrick) March 11, 2019

While this bill clearly won't pass (although a girl can dream), it makes an important point about the draconian regulations introduced in state house after state house in the U.S. today. Mississippi and Louisiana both recently signed 15-week abortion bans into law, although a judge blocked Mississippi's ban, making Louisiana's unenforceable. In Iowa, Gov. Kim Reynolds signed into law a heartbeat bill, which was set to take effect in July 2018. A court declared this bill unconstitutional as well.

"HB-481 [The 'Heartbeat Bill'] inspired me to see what the reaction would be from some males and male legislators if the tables were turned and we started to talk about their reproductive rights and organs," Kendrick told CBS News. "It has started the conversation about the absurdity of regulating women's bodies and right to choice and instead focused on men and their rights."

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Cole Sprouse Responds To Five Feet Apart Criticism & That Ambiguous Ending

March 13, 2019, 1:15 pm

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Fair warning to those passionate about all-things YA: The latest young adult novel to get a big screen adaptation will leave you weeping.

Justin Baldoni's romantic drama Five Feet Apart stars Cole Sprouse and Haley Lu Richardson as polar-opposite teens and cystic fibrosis patients. Sprouse's Will has a laissez-faire approach to his medical regimen, while Richardson's Stella has a tunnel-vision focus on getting better in hopes of receiving a lung transplant.

When the two meet in the hospital's neonatal wing (keeping to the six-feet-apart rule, which many cystic fibrosis patients are bound by for fear of cross-infection), they find they can't fathom one another's worldview. Of course, as Will and Stella open their hearts and let the other in a little bit more, it soon becomes clear that they're falling for one another. How does romance work when you can never touch the one you love?

Sprouse spoke to Refinery29 about the new movie, its tragic (yet, maybe not exactly in the way we thought?) ending, and who he really wants to like the movie.

Slight spoilers ahead.

Refinery29: This is your first major film role. Were you nervous about anything going into the project?

Cole Sprouse: "I think a lot of my nerves had been cleared after I met Justin [Baldoni ( Jane the Virgin)]. When you’re taking on an illness like cystic fibrosis, the nature of the film industry might be to romanticize it in a way that would do a disservice to the community...Justin, as a director and individual, has had so much experience with the CF community, and had so much passion for the community for so long, that he eased a lot of those [fears]. I knew he would bring awareness to cystic fibrosis and do that [part of the story] justice. As an actor, we have to put a lot of faith into people, because we’re oftentimes bound by the writing, direction, or parts of the production cycle we have nothing to do with. Justin knew exactly what he wanted, and we were on the same page."

Some people who have not seen Five Feet Apart yet have criticized the film for romanticizing illness, which was a similar criticism of the movie The Fault In Our Stars. What do you say to people who are worried about this?

"The nature of filmmaking is a dialogue with films in that medium or genre over time. This ultimately is a story about romance, and the set of rules that the characters are given, that real people who are patients of cystic fibrosis are given in real life. Ultimately, I think our goal was to bring awareness to that community, in a way that helped move it forward. Move research forward. To be honest, I don’t really care too much about [criticism from outsiders] because the people that I care the most about are the people within the cystic fibrosis community, because that’s who we made the movie for. It wasn’t necessarily for the general public. It was for the people suffering through a disease that is incredibly underrepresented, who would like more attention from a public that cares."

It seems that you and the cast got close while filming the movie. Any fun memories?

"We had as much fun as was responsible within the context of the movie. Really, after the movie finished, we were all able to get much closer. The respectful distance we had kept had ended. You don’t want to take yourself out of that emotional context within the production process...After the physical regimen that Haley and I had both been on to embody the physicality of cystic fibrosis [and] the nature of New Orleans to have some of the best food in the country, we did end up eating quite a bit — just stuffing ourselves — which was probably the most fun that we had."

How did you decide to take on a physical regimen for the role?

"I pitched early on, after some advice from Claire [Wineland, a patient of cystic fibrosis who died in September of 2018], that we go on a physical regimen to embody how physically taxing cystic fibrosis can be. It’s very hard to maintain and put on weight. I worked out under the guidance of medical professionals what would look accurate. We brought Haley on board with it too, and it was quite strict. When it ended, we went back to regular diets, which was nice."

What was the most difficult sequence to film?

"The pond sequence was incredibly difficult because it was a sweltering New Orleans day, and we were inside an old button factory, I think it was, that was converted into a studio space. It was probably around 110 degrees inside the studio, and we were in full winter gear, pretending to be freezing. That was quite difficult from a physical perspective."

Young adult novels like To All The Boys I've Loved Before and The Kissing Booth have found a lot of success. Why do you think that is?

"Without getting too political on a large scale, I think that film and art always serve a purpose. If that purpose in that period of time is to make people happy and give them hope, and the content is dedicated to love or loving or romance, and it gives people joy — that’s what we need right now. People like watching things that give them hope. At a time when things can feel quite incendiary, it doesn’t surprise me that people are enjoying this."

The ending of the film hints that Will may die as a result of his cystic fibrosis. What are your thoughts on how the movie ended?

"We actually filmed a lot of different endings. We wanted to keep the ending open for interpretation. A lot of people who saw the movie assume that he lived. I won’t speak too much about it because I want people to have their own feelings about it, ...but yes, some endings were more concrete. Justin and the editors decided on an interpretative ending."

Justin Baldoni is an actor and filmmaker. Do you have any interest in stepping behind the camera?

"I do. I’ve been in film for 26 years, but I feel like I have a lot to learn. There are aspects of the production cycle that I know nothing about. I’d like to shadow for a period of time, and then I’d like to have my 10,000 hours of practice done in private before anyone seeing. That’s sort of the trial by fire that ensures you’re ready, and I’ve already done a lot of those 10,000 hours, so it helps. The first thing I produce, I want to be an accurate representation of me and something that really stands out."

This interview was edited for clarity and length.

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The Wigs & Extensions Celebrity Hairstylists Actually Use

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We can't be the only ones who saw Solange on the cover of When I Get Home and thought, I want her hair. The soft waves falling down her back ignited our celebrity hair envy, and it wasn't the first time. For years, we've lusted after all kinds of styles, from floor-grazing braids to mid-length lobs. But recently, we realized it's easy to get all the looks we love IRL, because the celebrity secret to amazing hair — which is not so secret, really — is weave. We're talking bundles and bundles of extensions.

Whether it's clip-in bangs or a full lace-front wig, celebrities aren't the ones going to the beauty supply store to buy hair. No, their trusted stylists do it for them. Lucky for us, those pros — including Kendall Dorsey, the man behind the hairstyles in Solange's visual album — told us exactly where they go to buy the best hair in the game.

Ready to do some shopping? Click ahead for the pros' favorite places to shop wigs and hair extensions.

The pro: Kendall Dorsey

The client(s): Solange, Lizzo

The brand(s): True Indian Hair

"I use wigs and extensions on a lot of my clients, especially my celebrities that like to change their look up often," Dorsey tells Refinery29. His favorite: True Indian Hair. "Because it's 100% virgin hair, it can be chemically treated and styled just as you would clients' real hair. It's my go-to in every situation."

The pro: Takisha Sturdivant-Drew

The client(s): Kerry Washington, Jessica Williams

The brand(s): TSD Hair

Finding a wig that looks natural isn't as easy as you'd think, especially when it curly and coily hair textures are involved. That's why Sturdivant-Drew created TSD Hair. Okay, her favorite hair brand may be her own, but it's legit. Not only is it 100% human hair — that means zero shedding — but it's soft as hell, manageable, and lasts forever (you can reuse it for up to two years with proper care).

The pro: Chris Appleton

The client(s): Jennifer Lopez, Kim Kardashian

The brand(s): Glam Seamless

Appleton has been a long-time fan of Glam Seamless' quality of hair and color selection, and he recently became the artistic director and stylist for the brand. In other words, you can expect him to use this hair on his clients a lot.

The pro: Larry Sims

The client(s):Danai Gurira, Gabrielle Union, & Sanaa Lathan

The brand(s): His & Her

Whenever Sims is in search of hair for custom wig pieces and extensions, he goes to one place: His & Her — and we get why. The brand sources high-quality hair from dozens of companies. So you can get everything you need for an install, including lace fronts, human-hair ponytails, and even the bonding glue you need to make your own wig at home.

The pro: Yusef Williams

The client(s): Rihanna

The brand(s): True Indian Hair and Wigs & Plus

Like Dorsey, Williams goes to True Indian Hair when he needs reliable, quality hair and supplies. In case hair sourcing is something you're especially concerned about, TIH has you covered with hair that's from donors in East India and Brazil.

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How One Woman Went From Blonde To Lucky Charms Hair

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Rainbow hair remains a fantasy for some, but for Lynnzee Highland, it became a reality. In the latest episode of Hair Me Out, the Alaska-based art student decided to take her naturally blonde hair somewhere far over the rainbow.

"I'm very bored with my current hair, and I'm excited to make a really crazy change," Highland says. "I am currently in film school, and I'm surrounded by artsy, creative people all the time. I think rainbow hair will help me fit in. It's a great way to show self-expression, get outside your shell, and try something new."

To get her Lucky Charms-colored hair, Highland went to Daniel Moon of HAIR salon in Los Angeles. Her transformation kicked off with Moon painting seven different colors on her naturally blonde canvas. He used red, green, orange, pink, purple, and yellow shades to achieve a multicolored masterpiece in the end. "I thought I was gonna look in the mirror and be a new person, but it just feels right," she says.

Click play to see Highland's artsy hair transformation come to life.

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Never Worry About What To Wear To Work Again With These 24 Dresses

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Another day, another morning spent trying (and probably failing) to perfect the balance between work appropriate dressing and outfits that you actually like. Designated hem lengths, sleeve lengths, necklines — the fact is, dress codes just aren't very fun. But since we're more or less stuck with them, to make the morning what-to-wear grind a little less stressful, we've come up with a few tactical tips and tricks for office dressing like a pro.

Trousers, blazers, blouses, skirts — they're easy. Like 1 + 2 = 3 easy. Dresses, however, are so simple that they can be, well, boring. But it's that simplicity that has made long-sleeve dresses our go-to: They're weather- and work-appropriate and require zero styling. Simply pick a print, throw on a pair of boots (or sneakers if your office is more casual), and call it a day. Plus, from sweater dresses to wrap dresses, there's an endless supply of long-sleeve styles just waiting to eliminate all of your dressing for work woes.

Before another hectic morning passes, take a look at the 24 options ahead. We're betting you'll want to wear them long past the 9-to-5 grind.

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What sets L.A.'s favorite nail salon, Olive & June, apart from all the rest isn't necessarily any trend it sparks on Instagram, but the innovative products it's continued to roll out for the last two years. First came the foolproof sandal that safeguards your fresh pedicure in 2017; the buzzy O&J nail-art stickers launched a year later. Now, the cool-girl brand is back with the most important thing you need to actually get a manicure: nail polish.

Olive & June officially dropped its first 7-free nail polish line today, filled with six spring-friendly pastel colors. But the foolproof shades aren't even close to the best part: The coolest feature of the new polish is in the details — specifically, in the brush itself. O&J founder and CEO Sarah Gibson Tuttle tells Refinery29 that she wanted to make doing at-home manicures easy, accessible, and not at all intimidating, so she created a polish brush with bristles that evenly and thinly coat your nail so the polish dries fast and deposits a consistent dose of color.

Sure, buildable nail polish is cool, but you can't really give yourself a manicure if you can't keep your hand steady. Tuttle gets it, which is exactly why she created The Poppy, a polish-bottle handle specifically engineered to keep your hand stable while you paint your nails. For the 99% of the population that isn't ambidextrous, the tool makes painting with your non-dominant hand even easier than giving up and picking up your phone to book a salon appointment. Ahead, shop the full collection and The Poppy, all available now at Olive & June.

Consider this frosty hue the much cooler older sister to that crusty bottle of blue polish you've had since you still shopped at Claire's... but just can't part with because it's the *perfect* shade.

**Olive & June** Nail Polish in Barrett, $8, available at Olive & June

If you thought there was only ever one type of pink polish, O&J is here to prove you wrong with this dusty rose that matches every outfit and season.

**Olive & June** Nail Polish in Caroline, $8, available at Olive & June

There's nothing more essential to your at-home nail kit than a milky nude, right?

**Olive & June** Nail Polish in Eva, $8, available at Olive & June

Want a little more coverage? Mandy's blush tone will add some color to your usual naked mani.

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With a summer calendar packed with weddings, you'll need a neutral pink polish to match every theme.

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Round out your pastel collection with this lilac polish that will fit perfectly into your mismatched manicure rotation.

**Olive & June** Nail Polish in Tara, $8, available at Olive & June

The brush design is meant to make your life easier, so this top coat should have your polished fingers covered in as little as three strokes per nail.

**Olive & June** The Top Coat, $8, available at Olive & June

Finally, painting your nails doesn't have to be quite so awkward. Avoid any messy mistakes and accidentally-painted cuticles with The Poppy, O&J's steadying brush grip.

But The Poppy is the sort of thing you have to try to believe, so hurry before this bottle topper totally sells out — which we're betting it will.

**Olive & June** The Poppy, $16, available at Olive & June

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Medical Students Explain What's At Stake With Georgia's Proposed Abortion Bill

March 14, 2019, 7:39 am

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Georgia already faces a dire women’s health crisis and a shortage of health care providers. We cannot afford to further dismantle access to health care or interfere with basic medical practice.

Nevertheless, Georgia’s state legislature is poised as soon as Monday to pass HB481, an extreme anti-abortion bill that bans abortions at a medically arbitrary point, roughly six weeks into pregnancy.

We are fourth-year medical students at Emory University in Atlanta, preparing to begin our residencies in obstetrics and gynecology. Like millions of Georgians, we are enraged by the political push to pass HB 481.

Medical students like us in Georgia and across the country are taught universal values – “first, do no harm,” provide compassionate care, and prioritize a patient’s wellbeing above all else. This bill violates fundamental doctrines taught in medical school and will deter future trainees from committing to careers in women’s health care in this state.

Georgia is at the very bottom of the national report card; it has one of the highest rates of maternal mortality and teen pregnancy. Over half of Georgia already lacks access to ob-gyns, while other areas suffer from a complete absence of care. Georgia’s rural women are disproportionately affected. By 2020, it is estimated that three-quarters of rural areas will lack access to an obstetrician, midwife, or family physician to safely care for women, mothers, and babies.

Let’s be clear: this bill essentially bans abortion in Georgia. If passed, it will deny care to all women and in particular the most vulnerable patients in our communities.

Insufficient health insurance coverage and a lack of health information already prevent the delivery of quality healthcare in our state. We know that these barriers disproportionately affect women of color and low-income women; these populations are less likely to access prenatal care and have worse pregnancy complications, including preterm birth, hemorrhage, and death.

Many of our patients have illnesses that can progress in unexpected ways during pregnancy. Sometimes a safe termination procedure is the best option for a patient’s health and her family’s wellbeing.

Take for example a patient with diabetes, which now affects almost 10% of pregnancies. It can be difficult to predict when a pregnant diabetic woman’s condition may rapidly worsen, leading to blindness or kidney failure. This bill would force healthcare providers like us to wait for a possibly catastrophic outcome before we could legally offer an abortion to protect her health.

We trust women to make reproductive healthcare decisions that are best for themselves and their families – this trust is at the core of why we chose to pursue this field.

This bill will not just undermine women’s health in our state. It also sends a message to future health care providers like us that the government can and will violate the privacy of the clinical exam room. Putting aside personal beliefs, our legislators should understand that this measure will deter future trainees from committing to careers in women’s health care in Georgia.

Many trainees will simply choose not to practice here, where legislative restrictions will diminish their ability to provide the quality care, that they swore under the Hippocratic oath to deliver. In a state already facing a woeful shortage of providers, we must attract, not deter, trainees and providers to make Georgia home.

Finally, HB 481 attacks the fundamental rights of patients when they see their doctors. It takes medical decision-making power away from patients and puts that power into the hands of politicians. It promotes political agendas instead of improving the health of Georgia’s women and families. It does more harm by adding kindle to Georgia’s maternal health crisis and by criminalizing basic medical procedures that are a part of safe, effective medical care.

We trust women to make reproductive healthcare decisions that are best for themselves and their families – this trust is at the core of why we chose to pursue this field.

We call on our local and state officials to support our community’s medical providers. Legislators must support access to safe and evidence-based medical care across our state; prioritize the health and autonomy of women in Georgia; and stop interfering in the medical exam room.

The authors are fourth-year medical students at Emory University in Atlanta. Both will be OB/Gyn resident physicians beginning in July. Ms. Kramer earned an MSc in Health Policy at the London School of Economics. Ms. Nandi is completing a Masters in Public Health and Epidemiology at Emory University. Their views are their own and not those of Emory University. Views expressed here are their own.

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Everything We Know About Netflix's New Madeleine McCann Documentary

March 14, 2019, 7:50 am

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It's one of – if not the – most famous unsolved missing person cases of the last 20 years, and now the story of Madeleine McCann's disappearance has been given the Netflix treatment.

The Disappearance of Madeleine McCann drops on the streaming service tomorrow (Friday March 15) and is reported to contain "never-before-heard testimonies from those at the heart of the story".

The ongoing, high-profile case of McCann, who went missing in May 2007 from her family's holiday villa in Praia da Luz, Portugal, at 3 years old, will no doubt reignite an international discussion about the case when it joins Netflix's growing catalogue of true crime documentaries. Here's everything we know so far.

What is it?

According to Netflix, the eight-part series of hourlong episodes will take "a detailed look" at the case of McCann, who disappeared more than a decade ago and would now be a teenager. "By blending new interviews with more than 40 contributors, 120 hours of interviews, archival news footage and reenactments, The Disappearance of Madeleine McCann goes beyond the headlines and takes a unique look at the facts of the case as well as its impact on media standards around the world," a spokesperson for the streaming service said.

One of the most headline-worthy claims to emerge reportedly comes from senior child protection officer Jim Gamble, who hints that McCann could still be alive and found with the help of improved technology. "There’s huge hope to be had with the advances in technology. Year on year DNA is getting better. Year on year other techniques, including facial recognition, are getting better," he says. "And as we use that technology to revisit and review that which we captured in the past, there’s every likelihood that something we already know will slip into position."

Why now?

Netflix commissioned the long-awaited documentary from the London-based Pulse Films in 2017 following the success of true crime programs like Making a Murderer, but the series has been repeatedly delayed because key figures involved in the case refused to take part. As such, there has been speculation that it will "lean heavily on interviews with the Portuguese officials who originally investigated the case, many of whom have since established media careers discussing the incident," as the Guardian reported.

Are McCann's parents involved?

Kate and Gerry McCann refused to participate in the documentary, saying they failed to see how it would contribute to their efforts to find their daughter and even claiming it could jeopardize the ongoing case. "Kate and Gerry and their wider family and friends were approached some months ago to participate in the documentary," the family’s former spokesman, Clarence Mitchell, who still responds to media inquiries, told the Guardian. "Kate and Gerry didn’t ask for it and don’t see how it will help the search for Maddie on a practical level, so they chose not to engage."

Who's interviewed?

Anthony Summers and Robbyn Swan – Investigative journalists who co-wrote Looking for Madeleine, a 2015 book about the McCann case.

Gonçalo Amaral — Former chief investigating coordinator with the polícia judiciária in Portimão. After his dismissal, Amaral wrote a controversial book about the McCann case.

Sandra Felgueiras — Journalist with RTP (Rádio e Televisão de Portugal) who covered the McCann case.

Robert Murat — Local Portuguese-British man who was declared 'arguido', or suspect, in the McCann case. His arguido status was lifted due to lack of evidence.

Ernie Allen — Former president and CEO of the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children.

Jim Gamble — Former senior British police officer and former head of the Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre (CEOP).

Phil Hall — Former newspaper editor who worked as a PR consultant for the McCanns.

Susan and Haynes Hubbard — Friends of the McCanns. Father Haynes Hubbard was senior chaplain of the Algarve Anglican Church.

Kelvin MacKenzie — Former editor of The Sun newspaper who clashed with the McCanns over the media’s standards when covering the case.

Sergey Malinka — Russian immigrant who was questioned by the polícia judiciária because of his business relationship with Robert Murat.

Paulo Pereira Cristóvão — Former detective with the polícia judiciária.

Patrícia de Sousa Cipriano — Lawyer and president of the Portuguese Association of Missing Children.

Justine McGuinness — PR advisor to the McCanns.

Homayra Sellier — President of Innocence in Danger, an organisation that works to protect children from abuse and exploitation.

Margarida Davim — Journalist who co-authored the controversial "Pact of Silence" article that appeared in a Portuguese newspaper.

Felícia Cabrita — Portuguese investigative journalist who co-authored the "Pact of Silence" article and is known for reporting on Portugal’s Casa Pia child abuse case.

Martin Grime — Forensic dog trainer who brought his blood- and cadaver-sniffing dogs to Praia da Luz.

David Hughes — PR advisor hired by the McCanns after they returned to England.

Brian Kennedy — Businessman and McCann benefactor who funded independent investigations into Madeleine’s disappearance.

Patrick Kennedy — Brian Kennedy’s son. He travelled with investigators to follow leads in the McCann case.

Rogério Alves — Lawyer for Kate and Gerry McCann.

Julian Peribañez — Spanish private investigator who went to the Algarve to try to uncover new information.

Melissa Little — Police forensic artist who sketched strange men witnesses say they spotted near the Ocean Club Resort.

Richard Parton — Freelance voice analyst hired by Washington, DC-based detective agency Oakley International.

The Disappearance of Madeleine McCann is available on Netflix from 15th March.

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Green Concealer Is The Secret Weapon Your Makeup Bag Is Missing

March 14, 2019, 8:00 am

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There's no denying the power of concealer. One swipe under your eyes, and it's like Margarita Monday never happened. But when it comes to disguising redness or acne, sometimes a cover-up alone isn't enough. That's when it's time to take out the big enchilada: green concealer.

The color-correcting shade has become the go-to trick for pro makeup artists over the years. "Green is a complementary tone to red, so it neutralizes pimples, broken capillaries, or an overall ruddiness to the complexion," says Glamsquad Artistic Director Kelli J. Bartlett. "Just be wary of how pigmented the products are that you layer over it. You don't want the green to be visible."

If you're interested in trying out the trick for yourself, we've rounded up some of the best formulas on the market, ahead.

Bartlett suggests tapping green concealer directly over your blemish and blending out the edges with a makeup sponge or your fingertips. Just be sure to always use a clean brush versus sweeping the stick on directly, which can spread bacteria.

**Cover FX** Correct Click Color Corrector, $18, available at Sephora

The last thing you want is for your green concealer to crease, which is why we love this affordable, long-wear option from L.A. Girl.

**L.A. Girl** HD Pro Concealer, $4.99, available at Ulta Beauty

It looks like a lipstick and glides on like a lipstick, but this is *not* a lipstick. The waterproof color corrector conceals redness for hours without clogging pores.

**Maybelline** Cover Stick Concealer, $4.99, available at Target

For those pimples that take up serious real estate on our face, we need *heavy* coverage. But sometimes "heavy" translates to "cakey," which is why we were relieved that wasn't the case with this under-$3 concealer. It gets the job done, but delivers a natural-looking finish.

**NYX Professional Makeup** HD Concealer Wand, $2.59, available at Target

Bartlett loves this formula from Urban Decay for its flexible overage. "It has the perfect consistency to spot, conceal, or sheer — even over large patches of rosacea," she says.

**Urban Decay** Naked Skin Color Correcting Fluid, $29, available at Sephora

This marbleized yellow-and-green stick isn't just pretty to look at, but it also has rave reviews for its ability to cover redness without looking obvious.

**Marc Jacobs Beauty** Cover(t) Stick Color Corrector, $42, available at Sephora

When you're covering redness, you have to also make sure you're not further irritating the skin. That's where this non-comedogenic corrector comes in. It evens tone, without stoking the fire.

**Dermablend Professional** Smooth Indulgence Redness Concealer, $20, available at Amazon

This unique color-correcting stick has a blurring primer in its core for smoother, more even skin in a single swipe.

**Dior** Fix It 2-in-1 Prime & Color Correct, $36, available at Sephora

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Win $2,000 For The Spa Day Of Your Dreams

March 14, 2019, 8:05 am

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When it comes to our skin-care routines, we have our tried-and-true products that we couldn't imagine ever not using, and then we have those with glowing (pun intended) reviews that we've been compiling into an embarrassingly long "must try" list. (Clearly, we're not subscribing to Kondo just yet.) So where does Bliss' new Rose Gold Rescue collection land? The latter, and once you try it, the former — especially if you have sensitive skin.

Wondering where the rose gold part comes in? Each and every product from the line is infused with rose flower water and colloidal gold — two ingredients that hydrate and serve as a shield to free radicals, respectively. They're also cruelty-free and free from parabens, synthetic fragrance, and other harsh ingredients. What's more, the brand is giving them away to three lucky winners — plus a $2,000 (!) Bliss gift card to one super lucky winner. Click here for a chance to win, and then scroll on to read why you deserve some bling on your vanity — as if you needed any convincing of that.

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Toner mists are morning, midday — pretty much all day, every day — staples in *every* beauty editor's routine...and this one is no exception. Skipping the skin-drying alcohol, this formula features sensitive skin-approved ingredients like rose flower water — a natural astringent that actually supports your skin's natural moisture barrier — soothing witch hazel, chamomile extract, and colloidal gold. Yes, you read that right: *gold.*

**Bliss** Rose Gold Rescue™ Soothing Toner Mist, $9.99, available at Target

Cleansers: the seemingly easy skin-care pick that's often the most overlooked — and under appreciated. Well, *we see you, Bliss,* because this gentle cleanser with exfoliating willow bark extract — and an oh-so-subtle shimmer — is a no-brainer.

**Bliss** Rose Gold Rescue™ Gentle Foaming Cleanser, $10.99, available at Target

A lightweight, non-greasy moisturizer for *all* skin types that's also free of dyes, fragrance, and parabens? Seems too good to be true, but alas, it's not.

**Bliss** Rose Gold Rescue™ Gentle Moisture Cream, $18.99, available at Target

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9 Cool Hairstyles To Add To Your Festival Mood Board

March 14, 2019, 8:35 am

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Once you've snagged your tickets to this year's hottest music festival, it's time to plan. And even though we know the responsible thing to do is map out the flight, hotel, and logistical details first — you know, be an actual adult — the first thing to run across our minds is: What will we do with our hair and makeup?

As far as hair goes, the possibilities are endless. Flower crowns and glitter are both a given, but those aren't your only options. You can get creative with braids or wigs, and if you're thinking about playing with rainbow hair color, there's no better time than before hitting the fields of Coachella. There are also other things to consider when picking out your hairstyle, like longevity. Will it last through a day of dancing in the desert?

Ahead, we rounded up a few festival-approved styles to save to your mood board. Once you've picked your favorite, you can get on to planning important stuff — like where you'll sleep once the party is over...

Your festival makeup might falter in the heat, but braids will always have your back. This half cornrow, half twist, half-up hairstyle will stand up in extreme heat and last through intense hair flipping.

You can take a regular side-swept braid and make it Coachella-friendly by adding a few baby's breath buds.

Why wear one ponytail, when you can wear a few bubble ponytails? You can play around with bold colors or go platinum blonde, like Andrea Vallé, to really make a statement.

Double buns are a cute way to keep your hair out of your face, and the style is perfect for the festival-goer who wants to take the simple route: no glitter or confetti involved.

Over flower crowns? Try decorating your hair with butterflies instead. The '90s trend is back and way more chic than the plastic clips you wore as a kid.

You don't have to color your entire head to make a statement. You can focus different pigments on small strands of your hair to create rainbow streaks. Temporary hair color spray, like L'Oréal Colorista or KMS Style Color, are great for adding bold color without the damage or commitment.

Make an appointment to get Fulani braids before heading to your festival destination. The style not only has cultural significance, but the protective style will also save you 30 minutes of fiddling with your hair in the morning, so you can show up to the festival grounds in time to get a prime spot near the stage.

Glitter and florals aren't your thing? You can accessorize your braids with jewelry instead to mimic this pierced look.

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