Cosmopolitan articles from October 2007

Cosmopolitan archives from October 2007

What's hot on cosmopolitan.(Get More Cosmo)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] (1) Hot City Guide Whether you already live in one of these 100 cities or you're just planning to visit, don't miss the coolest spots in each of them. We've rounded up the best at cosmopolitan .com/hotcities, so...

Free stuff from Cosmo.(Get More Cosmo)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... Ready to rock your primping routine? Then log on to cosmopolitan.com/giveaways every day in October to enter to win the products from this year's Cosmo Beauty Awards (page 105). That's right, we're giving away goodies all month long! These...

Hot new read.(Get More Cosmo)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Forget playing nice... play naughty! Cosmo's Steamy Sex Games includes a sizzling set of 12 couples-only bedroom games (like Dirty Truth or Dare). They'll take your mattress moan sessions to the next level. Let the...

Cosmo Radio.(Get More Cosmo)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... If you're hungry for more of the dishy convos on Cosmo Radio, then chat with other listeners on our all new Cosmo Radio message board at cosmo politan.com/forums! Follow up on the fun stuff you hear on SIRIUS channel 111 and even start a new...

Couple connection.(YOU TELL US)(Letter to the editor)
October 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] "I had been feeling like my boyfriend and I were losing a little closeness after living together for a while. But '50 Fun Ways to Get Even Closer' made us lovey-dovey again."--Anyi Pujols, Independence, Mo.

More pleasure, please.(YOU TELL US)(Letter to the editor)
October 1, 2007... "'Feel More Pleasure Every Day' was very informative. I even mapped it out on my day planner with notes on each page. Everyone I know says I live by my Cosmo."--Donna Gardner, Gonzales, La. "I was absolutely intrigued by how your article...

Relationship threats.(YOU TELL US)(Letter to the editor)
October 1, 2007... "'The Most Dangerous Time in a Relationship' really opened my eyes. My last boyfriend started hitting me--a little bit harder each time. He even threatened to kill me and asked more than once if I was afraid he would rape me. I finally left...

Cheers for Julia.(YOU TELL US)(Letter to the editor)
October 1, 2007... "I am so glad you put Julia Stiles on your cover. She's a natural beauty and a good role model. You never read about her in the tabloids, and she hasn't been to rehab like other starlets. You guys get extra brownie points for featuring...

Wedding woes.(YOU TELL US)(Letter to the editor)
October 1, 2007... "My boyfriend of two years and I always talk about getting married, but he has never popped the question. So I was really excited to see 'Will He Ever Marry You?' I thought I'd finally get some answers, but it just listed reasons a guy would...

Great Dane.(YOU TELL US)(Letter to the editor)
October 1, 2007... "I absolutely love that you put the sexiest eye candy, Dane Cook, in 'Man on Fire.' He's so funny. Thank you for featuring such a talented comedian." --Casey Dalman, Redondo Beach, Calif.

Curious queries.(YOU TELL US)(Letter to the editor)
October 1, 2007... "Thanks for 'Wild Sex Questions We're Asked.' After reading the article, I couldn't help but wonder what kind of world these people live in. It was a blast."--Heidi Woodruff

Carnal conundrums.(YOU TELL US)(Letter to the editor)
October 1, 2007... "I suffer from vulvodynia, so it was very comforting to read 'Why Sex Sometimes Hurts.' Society is always emphasizing that getting it on is supposed to feel good, and when it doesn't, you are made to feel like a total outcast. But the truth is,...

Ghost buster!(YOU TELL US)(Letter to the editor)
October 1, 2007... "I could totally relate to 'Haunted by an Ex-Boyfriend.' When I finally broke up with my on-again, off-again boyfriend, I was worried that I'd never really get over him and meet someone else. But this article showed me that there is definitely...

Guys sound off.(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... Peek inside the male mind with this month's Web poll. Would you date a cougar? No 70.7% Yes 29.3% "Being with a hot older woman might be fun for a while, but I wouldn't want to bring someone home who...

Warning: these men are so hot, they'll melt your hard drive.(Behind the Scenes at Cosmopolitan)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... It's bachelor season here at Cosmo. My staff and I spent weeks choosing the most appealing single man from each state, but now we're up against the hardest part: naming one Bachelor of the Year. And so once again, we're enlisting your help....

Guy talk.(Behind the Scenes at Cosmopolitan)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Men love to say we gab a ton more than they do, but according to a new study, they're so wrong. Researchers kept tabs on nearly 400 college students and found that both sexes run their mouths at about the same rate....

Things I didn't know till this issue.(FROM THE EDITOR)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] A bit of gold eyeliner in the inner corners of your eyes will make them look bigger and brighter (page 208). Sixty-five percent of guys have daydreamed about their wedding day (page 62). [ILLUSTRATION...

"I love you" horrors.(FROM THE EDITOR)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... We ID the things that win a guy's love in our article on page 134. Here, readers confess to the hilarious ways they've responded when a guy dropped the L bomb. My guy told me he loved me way before I ever thought he would. I didn't know...

The three-year itch.(Hot Sheet: WHAT'S NEW AND BUZZ-WORTHY)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The spark between newlyweds may fizzle after a mere three years, not the traditionally assumed seven, new research indicates. Experts speculate that this is due to today's high expectations of matrimony, which can...

Girl hot vs. guy hot.(Hot Sheet: WHAT'S NEW AND BUZZ-WORTHY)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... We asked 50 men and 50 women on the street whether they find Sienna Miller smokin'. THE VERDICT: GIRL HOT! 86% of girls surveyed said she's hot. 76% of guys agreed, which is hardly a dis. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Who's your daddy?(Hot Sheet: WHAT'S NEW AND BUZZ-WORTHY)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] It's more important to men than it is to women that their kids resemble them, says a new study--perhaps because men think it validates their paternity, which scientists say they're prone to doubt. Females are more...

Return of the caveman.(Hot Sheet: WHAT'S NEW AND BUZZ-WORTHY)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] There's something to be said about primal guys. "Women are drawn to men with angular jaws and prominent brow ridges," says anthropologist Helen Fisher, PhD. "We seek mates who exude masculinity by being direct and...

49.(Hot Sheet: WHAT'S NEW AND BUZZ-WORTHY)
October 1, 2007... THE PERCENTAGE OF WOMEN WHO EXPECT THA MAN TO BE THE ONE TO CALL AFTER A AFIRST DATE SOURCE: LOVE@AOL SURVEY

The height of fashion.(Hot Sheet: WHAT'S NEW AND BUZZ-WORTHY)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Strutting around in style is about to get a whole lot more precarious. A new crop of heels from such designers as Christian Louboutin and Sergio Rossi boasts a record-breaking height of 5.5 inches. Check out how...

Conversation starters.(Hot Sheet: WHAT'S NEW AND BUZZ-WORTHY)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... 1 Three-quarters of men and two-thirds of women admit to fantasizing about the other sex in uniforms, says a new poll. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] 2 A toilet deodorizer called Courtesy Rush stops odors before they hit the air. A few drops...

Mark of youth?(Hot Sheet: WHAT'S NEW AND BUZZ-WORTHY)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] A greater number of moles actually may be a sign that your cells age more slowly, giving you a younger appearance for longer, says a new study. In fact, researchers found that women with the most moles had the...

It's good to be a baller.(Hot Sheet: WHAT'S NEW AND BUZZ-WORTHY)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... So long, Brad Pitt. Hello, Becks. Pro athletes are the new leading men. Today, the hottest arm candy for sexy stars is a guy who sports a jersey for a living.

50.(Hot Sheet: WHAT'S NEW AND BUZZ-WORTHY)
October 1, 2007... THE PERCENTAGE OF NORTH AMERICANS WHO THINK IT'S OKAY TO LIVE AT HOME TILL YOUR LATE 20S SOURCE: ACNIELSEN SURVEY

Our heroine: heroes' Ali Larter is one of Hollywood's most buzz-worthy stars. And this candid interview proves why: she opens up about her sexy c" areer choices, solid romance, and brazen approach to life. This chick is so Cosmo.(Interview)
October 1, 2007... Until recently, we only got teases of 31-year-old actress Ali Larter. (She played the brave girl who sported a whipped-cream bikini in 1999'S Varsity Blues and Reese Witherspoon's jailed sorority sister in 2001's Legally Blonde.) But those...

The Cosmo quiz.
October 1, 2007... Name Ali Larter Nickname Ali My favorite past or current male costar is: a. Luke Wilson (Legally Blonde). b. Paul Walker (Varsity Blues). c. Masi Oka (Heroes). (d.) Joshua Jackson (Dawson's Creek). e. Ashton...

Discovering a guy's secret past: nothing destroys trust like hearing a bombshell about your man. But that news isn't necessarily a deal breaker.(COSMO NEWS)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... Before Jennifer Aniston and model Paul Sculfor stopped dating, there was speculation that Jen was blissfully ignorant to Paul's party-boy past (he has reportedly abused cocaine). Turns out, he's not the only famous beau to harbor a secret....

Hollywood's heavy metal: stars themselves may be downsizing, but they're still carrying supersize metallic bags.(COSMO NEWS: Style Stakeout)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] HILARY DUFF Hilary finds the silver lining in her style choices. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] HALLE BERRY Enough room for a wallet, a cell, and a wardrobe change. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] VICTORIA...

Sexy vs. skanky.(COSMO NEWS)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... SEXY SKANKY A hot pink dress A hot pink wig A built-in home stripper pole A built-in home tanning bed Hanging out Hanging out with Dad a...

Ditchin' bitch.(CONFESSIONS: Cosmo readers share their most shocking stories and steamiest secrets)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... "I'd been seeing Paul for a couple of months, but I wasn't that into him. While trying to figure out a way to let him down easy, he told me that he'd arranged a romantic weekend for us at a waterfront hotel. I accepted, but the night before we...

Desperate housemate.(CONFESSIONS: Cosmo readers share their most shocking stories and steamiest secrets)
October 1, 2007... "My roommate can be really mean, and one day, her bad attitude got on my last nerve. So when a guy she had been lusting over--who had recently become single--stopped by, I hatched a plan to get even. She let him in, then went upstairs to primp....

Auto erotica.(CONFESSIONS: Cosmo readers share their most shocking stories and steamiest secrets)
October 1, 2007... "My boyfriend and I went to a local park for the day. By the afternoon, we were feeling frisky, so we drove to a secluded spot to do the deed in my car. Afterward, he took off the used condom and tried to toss it out the window. But it stuck to...

Backstage blooper.(CONFESSIONS: Cosmo readers share their most shocking stories and steamiest secrets)
October 1, 2007... "I work as a technical assistant at my university's theater, and it's my job to hand actors their microphones backstage. During one of the biggest shows of the season, I was feeling gassy, but I couldn't leave to go to the bathroom. After...

Commando performance.(CONFESSIONS: Cosmo readers share their most shocking stories and steamiest secrets)
October 1, 2007... "I had just gotten a Brazilian wax for the first time and wanted to show my boyfriend, who was temporarily living at his parents' house. When I went there, wearing a skirt and no undies, his family was getting ready to sit down for dinner. I...

IM (Instant Mortification).(CONFESSIONS: Cosmo readers share their most shocking stories and steamiest secrets)
October 1, 2007... "After crushing on this guy Chris for a while, I finally scored a date with him. We went out and had a great time. I was so excited that as soon as I got home, I sent an e-mail to my best friend, Christine, about how hot Chris was. I ended with...

Damage control.(CONFESSIONS: Cosmo readers share their most shocking stories and steamiest secrets)
October 1, 2007... "She shouldn't feel too embarrassed about making a mistake like this. Instead, she should just keep talking to the guy to show how calm and cool she is. I would be impressed by a girl who could just laugh it off and explain the name...

Illegal parking. (GUY CONFESSIONS: Men admit to their dirtiest deed and most shameless scams ever.
October 1, 2007... "I work in New York City as a driver for one of those bicycle cabs in Central Park. One evening, I was hailed by a chick who wanted to ride from one side of the park to the other. I picked her up, and along the way, we started talking and...

Plan B: phone home. (GUY CONFESSIONS: Men admit to their dirtiest deed and most shameless scams ever.
October 1, 2007... "Recently, my girlfriend was over, and things started getting hot and heavy in my bedroom. Soon we were totally naked, so I put on a condom, and we began to have sex. A few minutes into the deed, we realized that the condom had ripped. Since my...

Relatively raunchy. (GUY CONFESSIONS: Men admit to their dirtiest deed and most shameless scams ever.
October 1, 2007... "My long-distance girlfriend, Beth, lives with her family, and when I visit, her parents insist that we sleep in separate bedrooms. The last time I was at her house, I checked my e-mail from the family computer. My buddy had sent me a message...

First-time fib. (GUY CONFESSIONS: Men admit to their dirtiest deed and most shameless scams ever.
October 1, 2007... "I met this hot girl at a campus party and ended up taking her back to my place. We started kissing, one thing led to another, and we had sex in the missionary position. I was pretty out of shape and was breathing really hard from all the...

Wood you look at that! (GUY CONFESSIONS: Men admit to their dirtiest deed and most shameless scams ever.
October 1, 2007... "Homecoming is a big deal at my school, and the entire student body goes to the dance. I showed up with my friends, but since I'm kind of shy, I stood off to the side. My older brother was there too, and he kept bringing over hot girls to...

Hit (on) and run. (GUY CONFESSIONS: Men admit to their dirtiest deed and most shameless scams ever.
October 1, 2007... "I was out at a bar when I met this really cute girl. We both had been drinking quite a bit, and after some flirting and dancing, I ended up going back to her apartment. We started to hook up, but then she just stopped, rolled over, and went to...

Hot guy blooper of the month. (GUY CONFESSIONS: Men admit to their dirtiest deed and most shameless scams ever.
October 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] "I went to a friend's place after a party, but she wasn't there, so I passed out in her bed. Later, my buddies came by and saw that I was out cold. They took off my clothes and put them in the freezer. My friend came...

Product switch 'n' bitch. (GUY CONFESSIONS: Men admit to their dirtiest deed and most shameless scams ever.
October 1, 2007... "My living situation was ideal until my roommate's girlfriend moved in. I can't stand her, and it pisses me off that she doesn't contribute to the rent or living costs. She suffers from bad acne and uses expensive face cream on her zits. One...

Class ass. (GUY CONFESSIONS: Men admit to their dirtiest deed and most shameless scams ever.
October 1, 2007... "I recently took a class that was way over my head. Faced with the prospect of failing, I decided to buddy up with the teacher's pet, who was a total herd. I asked her if she wanted to study together, and she agreed. Throughout the semester, I...

Couching the truth. (GUY CONFESSIONS: Men admit to their dirtiest deed and most shameless scams ever.
October 1, 2007... "Some family friends of mine were going away on vacation, and they asked me to house-sit for a couple weeks. One night, I invited a few of my friends over to watch the huge flat-screen TV. We were all smoking and drinking in the living room. At...

Captain klutz. (GUY CONFESSIONS: Men admit to their dirtiest deed and most shameless scams ever.
October 1, 2007... "My senior year, I was the captain of the rugby team. At the end of the season, there was a dinner for the players and their families. I was supposed to give a speech, and I was excited since it was my last opportunity to address the guys as...

How to tell if he's hooked: a guy's true feelings are revealed by the little things he does. Learn to interpret the subtle signals he's sending you.(MAN MANUAL)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... He Kind of Tells You After declaring to your man that you love him, it can suck to hear nothing more than "You too." But take heart: Uttering those two instead of three key little words is still good. It may just mean he isn't quite ready...

Confusing dating games decoded.(MAN MANUAL: guy spy)
October 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The more a man digs you, the weirder he can act. Here's what is behind some mystifying male moves and h way to respond. * He doesn't kiss you after a first date. When guys are with someone they're really into...

4 things guys keep private: their hidden habits are embarrassing, so try to be kind when you learn the truth.(MAN MANUAL: his point of view)
October 1, 2007... * In the era of blogs and camera phones, you might not think men have many secrets anymore. Well, ha. We have a whole mess of undercover behavior you should know about. You'll respect us if we're honest, right? We Masturbate--a Lot ...

"Oops--now she knows".(guys speak out)
October 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] "My girl walked in on me tweezing my eyebrows. She still gives me grief about it, but if I didn't do it, I'd look like Bert from Sesame Street." --Jeff Long [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] "One morning, I woke up to...

Guy without his shirt: check out this month's half-naked hunk.(MAN MANUAL)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Name: Ludovic Ros Age: 23 Height: 6 feet 2 Weight: 178 pounds Sign: Sagittarius Hometown: Paris Dating deal "If she drinks too breaker: much while we're out"

Get her in the mood.(MAN MANUAL: cosmo for your guy)
October 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] * You spring to attention at nothing more than a suggestive glance and a stiff breeze. But your girl requires more finesse to get in the mood. So instead of diving in for the kill, do yourself a favor and brush up on...

She doesn't want you to have girl friends.(Myth of the Month)
October 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] "I have tons of guy friends, so why shouldn't he have female buds as well? If you're so jealous that you don't want him around other women, there's a big problem."--Tina, 30 "Sometimes it's nice that he has other...

Celebrity spotlight: access Hollywood's Nancy O'Dell is known for getting sizzling star scoop. Here, the top interviewer gives Cosmo some juicy exclusives.(informer)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... 1 Eco-friendly hottie Leonardo DiCaprio doesn't lecture his pals who drive SUVs. "I try not to," he told me. "Some people have families, and they need to have a larger car. The point is, you do what you can." [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] 2...

Paging the love doctor: answers to your most probing questions about celeb relationships from Beverly Hills psychotherapist Bella Dishell.(informer)
October 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Q: Brad Pitt's mother is still in contact with Jennifer Aniston. Is it a good idea to continue talking to an ex's family member or better to cut all ties? LOVE DOCTOR: It can be okay to keep up a friendship, with...

My ugly Betty moment.(informer)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... We usually see them red-carpet perfect, but even A-list stars have had fashion faux pas in their pasts. Here's proof. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Drew Barrymore Somewhere, a kid is missing his crayons. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ...

What Hollywood is wearing.(informer stylist: BONUS)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... Hollywood fashion consultant and Cosmo contributor Rachel Zoe has a new book on being glamorous, Style A to Zoe. Here, the wisdom celebs pay big bucks for. THE ONLY SHOE STYLES YOU NEED * Ballerina flats: for day or night * Black...

Cream of the crop.(informer: Beauty)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... Want to rock a more daring do? Get inspired by these neck-flaunting celebrity styles. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] SELMA BLAIR Looks like Selma cut that man right outta her hair! [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] AGYNESS DEYN With a...

Party pix.(informer)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Julia Stiles serves up an Ultimatum to Matt Damon: "Focus over here, buddy, or else." [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Hel-lo, George Clooney. What's that phrase--something about a tall drink of water? ...

Alicia Keys: fun fearless female.(informer)(Interview)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] BABE BIO Age: 27 Hometown: New York City Current gigs: Promoting her new album, As I Am, and playing Lynette in The Nanny Diaries INSPIRATIONAL MOMENTS "I have a huge pocketbook containing at...

Man on fire: Josh Hartnett.(informer)(Interview)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] DUDE DATA Hometown: Minneapolis Age: 29 Where you've seen him: The Black Dahlia, Lucky Number Slevin, The Virgin Suicides Romantic status: Single * Pearl Harbor and Black Hawk Down earned Josh...

7 things to crave right now.(Fun Fearless Fashion)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... This just in: the list of the latest happening styles you'll lust for [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] 1 The Louis Vuitton Monogrammed Bag 866-VUITTON [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] 2 A Menswear Watch Swatch, $125, swatch.com [ILLUSTRATION...

Battle of the bottoms: which sexy pant style do you prefer? It looks like a close match between the different cuts this season.(Fun Fearless Fashion: STYLE STAKEOUT)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] WIDE LEG VS. SKINNY [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Bebe, $129, bebe.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Boden, $118, bodenusa.com TIP When wearing a relaxed pair, balance out the billowy fit by pulling on a...

Pop the clutch: little bags in an assortment of colors and textures are big news for fall.(Fun Fearless Fashion: TREND REPORT)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Metro 7 for WalMart, 513, 800-WALMART [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Aldo, $35, aldoshoes.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Nicole Miller, $130, nicolemiller.com Victoria's Secret Catalogue, $95,...

Boyish charm: the latest tomboy trends pack a lot of muscle and are made to fit your body.(Fun Fearless Fashion: OUTFIT ADVICE)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... Knits and patterns lend a Masculine look cozy sensuality. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Flannell Trousers Forever 21, $27.80, forever21.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] A Fair Isle Tank Kensie Girl, $48, kensiegirl.com ...

Gold rush.(CELEB LOOKS)(cosmetics)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] How do stars manage to look bathed in candlelight... even when they're nowhere near a flame? White gold highlighters are makeup artists' favorite new skin finishers. "They give an ethereal glow to aft skin tones,"...

In the pink.(Beauty News: The hot trends, tips, and stuff you've gotta try this month)(cosmetics for breast cancer research)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... With so many beauty companies donating proceeds to breast-cancer research this month, it's a great time to stock up on essentials. Our picks: makeup artist Sonia Kashuk's Pink Brush Set, $19.99 (100 percent of profits benefit the Breast Cancer...

Big brows are back!(Beauty News: The hot trends, tips, and stuff you've gotta try this month)(eye brows)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Want fuller brows, even if you weren't born with them? No problem. Celeb makeup artist Scott Barnes says to define yours by using a brow pencil with two hues (one to match your brows, one a shade lighter). Apply the...

Fall polish report: purple reigns: celeb manicurist Elsbeth's cheat sheet to picking your perfect purple.(Beauty News: The hot trends, tips, and stuff you've gotta try this month)
October 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Creative Nail Design Enamel in Rock Royalty, $6: A grape that flatters fair skin by canceling out any ruddiness [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] OPI Nail Lacquer in Catherine the Grape, $7.50: A mauve that balances...

A sultry new twist.(STAR STYLE)(hairstyles)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Hair up, hair down--can't decide? Have it both ways with a sexy half-up do. The key is to keep your strands sleek around your face but let them flow freely elsewhere, says Larry Sims, stylist to Christina Milian. Get...

Roll away!(Cosmo Hair)(hair rollers)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Like a push-up bra, hot rollers give you a healthy lift. Unlike Velcro varieties, they won't rough up or crease locks. Place four to six jumbo ones around your crown, and roll from the middle of strands up to get...

Frizz fighter.(Cosmo Hair)(hair care )(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Scrubbing the heck out of your hair doesn't do your style any favors. "All that friction can actually encourage frizz," says celeb stylist Roy Teeluck. Instead, use a wide-tooth comb to run shampoo gently down your...

Dye with no regrets: a botched color job can kill your hair (and your confidence). Learn to prevent the scary what-ifs.(Color Tips)(hair coloring products)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] WHAT-IF: You choose the wrong shade. THE FIX: Wait a day, then apply a new hue that's one or two shades lighter or darker than your natural color. Ash-blond softens brassy undertones, copper accentuates red, and...

Beauty Q&A: every month, we answer a bunch of your burning beauty questions.(questions and answers)
October 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Q Is there any way that I can make my face look slimmer? A Makeup can definitely help. Here's your game plan from celebrity makeup artist Chase Aston: Suck in your cheeks like a fishy so you can find the hollows,...

The Cosmo Beauty Awards.(7th Annual)
October 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] At Cosmo, we know how to pick winners (hot bachelors, hot guys without shirts...). So we put our skills to the test and, once again, singled out the sexiest beauty products of the year. Each standout will impress...

Skin savers: a winner's circle of the best breakout busters, line smoothers, and sun shielders out there.(THE COSMO BEAUTY AWARDS)(skin care products)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
October 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Protection Perfection Many serious SPF lotions go on like frosting and look like chalk. Neutrogena Healthy Defense SPF 45 Daily Moisturizer, $11.99, is light and blends to a totally sheer finish. Star...

Face flatterers: you don't need flawless skin to achieve complexion perfection. Just try these stellar makeup picks.(THE COSMO BEAUTY AWARDS)(Brief article)(Photograph)
October 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] See Spots Run Bourjois Imperfection Concealer, $15, camouflages blemishes in one quick swipe... and the sassy tube doesn't scream "Hey, check out my zit cover-up!" [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Daily Fix ...

Eye enhancers: everything required to keep 'em big, bright, and beautiful.(THE COSMO BEAUTY AWARDS)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)(Photograph)
October 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Wake-Up Call Not too greasy or too cakey, Chanel Vitalumiere Satin Smoothing Creme Concealer, $40, is juuust right for eradicating dark circles. Brightening bonus: Vitamins C and E fight skin-dulling free-radical...

Pout perks: max out your smile with these lip-smacking treats.(THE COSMO BEAUTY AWARDS)(Buyers guide)(Photograph)
October 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Joy Stick This slim wand leaves the most delicious stain on your lips (or flush I on your cheeks). And magically, its berry color truly does fit all. Benefit Rush Hour, $20. Double Your Pleasure ...