Hair Raising Star Styles

Jada Pinkett Smith
Please tell us this mullet chop job is for a movie. When Jada's hair is slightly grown out, shiny and sleek, its easy to see why she and her hunky hubby are considered one of Hollywood's most stylish couples.

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At her best, Katherine Heigl successfully channels Veronica Lake. But with too much product, her locks are dingy: No self-respecting bridesmaid would ever leave the house with hair that looks like it was inspired by "There's Something About Mary".

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Christina Aguilera
Only Bo Derek could be a perfect "10" in cornrows. Her new mommy makeover included trading her Dirrty 'do for Marilyn Monroe-inspired platinum blonde waves

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Victoria Beckham
Posh pioneered the blunt bob trend -- and it suits her no-nonsense fashion style perfectly. In this uptight up-do (r.), she looks like she's taking her reputation as an ice queen a little too seriously

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Paris Hilton
Despite her privileged background, Paris has a hard time pulling off the sophisticated debutante look. A flirty asymmetrical bob works better for L.A.'s biggest party girl

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Katie Holmes
Katie's tousled tresses make her look like she's playing dress-up. Her Posh-inspired bob and bangs are picture perfect Hollywood Wife.

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Mary-Kate Olsen
She's known for her eccentric style, but Mary Kate's Marc Jacobs' headband is less modern fashion icon, more Jane Fonda (circa 1982).
Tousled blonde tresses are better on a 22-year-old, no matter how many millions she's got

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Fergie
Hey, Fergie -- Bret Michaels wants his look back. The star is far more Glamorous when she wears her honey hair wavy and free.

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Scarlett Johansson
Scarlett's super-poufy beehive doesn't create much buzz. A more natural style (l.) suits the pretty young star.

Alicia Keys
Hey Alicia -- No One should be using the "Coneheads" for fashion inspiration! Keys' classic beauty shines in her natural curls.

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The Perfect Blow Out

Do you love the look of an enviable salon blow out but can't bear the sticker shock price tag? David Dieguez, creative director of Blow (NYC's "blow dry bar" that specializes in straight styles for busy women and those lucky enough to have a standing appointment), shares 6 steps and his own pro tips to perfecting a fabulous blow out at home.

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Step 1: Treat Hair for the Desired Results
Eliminate tangles by combing hair with a wide-tooth comb (to prevent breakage), and then work in an anti-frizz, conditioning or volumizing product, depending on your hair's specific needs.

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Step 2: Finger Dry First
To speed up your blow out, finger dry roots with medium heat before you tackle straightening strands. Hair should be damp, not sopping wet, when you begin to dry, says Dieguez.

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Step 3: Stick with Extra Small Sections
Twist and clip hair into manageable parts. "It's best to work with the smallest amount of hair to avoid being overwhelmed," says Dieguez. The smaller the section, the straighter the results. Plus, twisting and securing hair close to your head will keep it damp until you're ready to dry the area.

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Expert Tip: Try A Lightweight Dryer
Investing in a lightweight hair dryer not only means relief from arm fatigue, but less of a workout means you sweat less around your face, which makes for sleeker results. A dryer with ionic ceramic technology will also get the smoothest results in the shortest time.

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Step 4: Use A Round Bristle Brush
Blow dry sections with a double boar bristle round brush that grabs hair for optimal tension. Dieguez says boar brushes achieve the smoothest and shiniest finish. Point the dryer's nozzle downward to eliminate frizz and help polish hair.

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Expert Tip: How to Tackle Hard-To-Reach Sections
Don't let tricky areas like the nape frustrate you. For any area you find challenging, section it down even further. Concentrate air on the roots first and then spend extra time on the ends where results really show, says Dieguez.

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Step 5: Completely Dry Hair
The trick to maintaining a blow out is getting absolutely all of the moisture out. Always go straighter than you normally would because when you step outside, the heat and humidity will instantly add back a little texture and volume, says Dieguez.

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Step 6: Lock in Your Style
Once your hair is dry, seal the cuticle by using your dryer's cold shot button to blast frigid air over tresses and finish with a flexible hold hair spray.

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Expert Tip: Make It Last
To extend the life any blow out, Dieguez's favorite trick is to use a dry shampoo in between washings. Not only does it absorb unwanted oils, but it keeps hair from losing the body it has when fresh.

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The Best Celebrity Hair Cuts

Victoria Beckham's Pixie
A significant change from her trend-blazing angled crop of last year, this Spice girl's new 'do softens her features and makes her look less structured, says her stylist, New York's Garren. However, Garren warns that this cut isn't for everyone. An angular face shape, high cheekbones and big almond eyes carry off the striking cut best.

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Rihanna's Trendy Crop

In order to pull off this songstress's daring cut, elegant features and a bold stroke of confidence are a must. "Rihanna's pixie cut showcases her high cheek bones and long neckline," says the star's stylist, Ursula Stephen. "What's great is that it's so low-maintenance all you need are regular trims and a great pomade!"

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Katie Holmes' Classic Crop

The perfect mixture of easy maintenance and elegance, this cut is, "very convenient for on-the-go soccer moms who aren't afraid of stilettos," says Michael Murphy, Color Director at NYC's Eiji Salon, who has worked with Mrs. Cruise. "It's modern and glam, and is perfect for both heart-shaped and thin faces with hollowness at the jowels. Stay away if you have a full face - it'll exaggerate the roundness," adds Murphy.

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Gwyneth Paltrow's Blunt Shoulder Bob

Reinventing herself this year, this busy mom's new style looks amazing worn both curly or straight. "This cut is a refreshing departure from her older, longer hair that was dragging her face down. The shorter length is more uplifiting and draws attention to her delicate features. It's perfect for oval, diamond and square shaped faces," says NYC Salon Owner & Stylist Mark Garrison.

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Reese Witherspoon's Growing Out Bangs

If you're growing out bangs, look to this starlet's clever new cut to see how it's done gracefully. "The sexy waves are useful for growing out bangs because it adds flowing transition to the different layers of hair. Cut your bangs to an angle so they sweep easily to the side, and use a lightweight gel and side part to help them stay put," advises NYC Salon Owner & Stylist Mark Garrison.

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Jessica Biel's Layered Shoulder Bob

Jessica's round face is slimmed by the playful layers of an above-the-shoulder bob, which also shows off the star's sexy shoulders. While this cut works beautifully for sweetheart and round face shapes, stay away if you're one of those gals who has to be able to quickly pull her hair into a ponytail; the flyaways can be especially testy.

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Jennifer Lopez's Modern Farrah Fawcett

If you're fickle and love to change styles often like Jennifer, a length and cut like this lends itself to trying new looks. "It has movement, softness and sexiness all at once, but allows you to create because there's a lot of hair to work with," says Juan Carlos Maciques, celeb stylist at NYC's Rita Hazan Salon. "If you want to offset strong or prominent features, this cut will soften your look," suggests Maciques.

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Christie Brinkley's Long, Classic Layers

Who says you have to cut your hair after you're 40? This supermodel shows us that long, healthy hair looks great at any age. "This sexy, rock and roll cut allows Christie to keep her length and maintain versatility for different styles. My signature "valiage" highlighting technique where I brush highlights on without foils also lifts her skin tone," says Brinkley's stylist, Ricardo Rojas of NYC's Ricardo Rojas Salon.

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Debra Messing's Layered Curls

The key to this red-headed raven's locks are long piecey layers and a youthful center part that makes her look "hippy chic," says her longtime stylist, Suave Celebrity Hair Stylist, Luke O'Connor. "There's no limits as to who can wear this look because it flows past the chin and frames the face wherever you want it to," adds O'Connor.

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Jessica Alba's Face Framing Bangs

Sexy and touchable, Jessica's bangs are "wind-swept and not perfectly laying across her forehead," says her stylist, Robert Ramos. Ramos suggests blow-drying bangs from side to side with your fingers in order to get the tousled effect. Bonus: the long layered cut works on just about every face shape and hair texture, and the styling possibilities are endless.

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Celebrity Hair Secrets

Kelly Ripa

The golden goddess of morning shows is a slave to her hair dryer. Her stylist Oscar Blandi tells StyleList, "Kelly blows her hair out every day." In order to prevent the damage that comes with such wear and tear, she uses
Blandi's Jasmine Oil Treatment ($26) weekly to strengthen her strands and add elasticity. A great drugstore alternative? Enriched with apricot and avocado oil, Garnier Fructis Strength & Repair Melting Masque restores luster to hair. Garnier Fructis Strength & Repair Melting Masque. $3.99, www.walgreens.com

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Katie Holmes

"Katie's stylish, elevated bob with a subtle flip works for women who are on the go and embrace a fairly low maintenance lifestyle," says Boston celeb stylist Mario Russo. But for her trademark satin finish, Katie relies on Kiehl's Crème With Silk Groom. $17.50-$29.50, www.kiehls.com

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Miley Cyrus

Stylist Jacqueline Bush coaxes Miley's thick hair into soft waves with the help of her Hot Tools Professional Spring Curling Iron 1181. Not only will you get gorgeous curls, the low price of this secret weapon is just as alluring. $23.95, www.folica.com

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Catherine Zeta-Jones

If you're bored with your hair, do what Catherine has done to her loose, flowing waves and add layers. Boston celeb stylist Mario Russo says, "This look works for any face shape, and draws attention to the eyes and cheeks." Bonus: Layers elevate your features, like an instant mini face-lift.

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Jessica Biel

After a switch from platinum blonde to a golden brown, how does Jessica retain the health and bounce for her hair? Negin Zand of John Frieda Salon LA, who has worked on Biel's famous mane, recommends adding detangler to your beauty routine if you want to change shades. "Use it right after the shower to prevent breakage since your hair will be weakened." To add a glassy finish, try John Frieda Sheer Blonde Spotlight Sleek & Shine Detangler. $5.99, www.walgreens.com

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Halle Berry

An endless parade of red carpet appearances puts lots of strain on this stunning star's hair. Halle relies on ECRU Sea Clean Shampoo to gently purify and smooth hair with silk and panthenol, and protect against drying UV damage all in one step. $18, www.ecrunewyork.com

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Jessica Simpson

The blonde bombshell has been known to change her hairstyle several times in a single day. To go from short and sleek to full and wavy in minutes without damaging hair, her stylist Ken Paves relies on his Hairdo extensions which let him avoid the damaging heat of dryers and curlers. Jessica's signature clip-in style? Hairdo 21" Human Hair Clip-In Extension. $399.95. The synthetic look-alike will only cost you $85. www.extensions.com

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Mariska Hargitay

"Short hair is definitely making a comeback," declares Mariska's stylist, New York salon owner Adrian De Berardinis. While De Berardinis swears by Kérastase's replenishing Chroma Riche ($34) line to keep Mariska's hair vibrant, he also advises, "Pantene makes the most comparable moisture-rich drugstore shampoos and conditioners." Pantene Pro-V shampoos and conditioners, $5.49 - $9.29, www.drugstore.com

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Katherine Heigl

How does this Grey's Anatomy star keep her tousled locks looking glamorous all night long? Her stylist Oscar Blandi tells us the secret is in applying a volumizer to the roots to give waves strong support and keeps hair from falling flat. Try Oscar Blandi Volumizing Spray. $18, www.sephora.com

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Vivica A. Fox

Sweeping updos are the perfect complement to Vivica's oval-shaped face. Addressing the unique moisture needs of ethnic tresses, stylist Johnny Wright applies Softsheen-Carson's Let's Jam Style Mega Hold Protein Gel to Vivica's towel-dried hair to create elegant sculpted looks. Wright adds, "It holds for hours and is enriched with Vitamin E to keep hair nourished and frizz-free." $4.29, www.walgreens.com

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