Katie's key hair look for 2009
It's a new year and time to ditch all those old beauty bad habits. Rejuvenate yourself with a legion of new ideas, concepts and ways to have you looking your best in 2009.
Firstly, to achieve this year's perfect look leave behind any look reminiscent of a WAG. Bleach blond extensions, tangoed fake tan and acrylic nails, should most definitely be left in 2008. This year is all about glossy brown locks and of course the hottest new hair trend the flapper-girl bob. Think Katie Holmes and new-look Jessica Alba.
This glossy look is achieved by using straighteners to create the curled-under bob style. Always when using straighteners it's important to use a heat defence spray. We recommend Toni & Guy Iron-It Heat Defence Spray, which is available to buy at Boots for £5.37. This product smells great and it doesn't weigh hair down which allows for great volume.
Next we have tips to make the best out of your lips. This years top colour is hot pink - think Cheryl Cole. This Barbie inspired colour, was featured a lot on the catwalk for S/S 09, with Hussein Chalayan showcasing it on their models. We recommend the classic lipstick by MAC, in shade Girl About Town. This lipstick by make-up legends MAC, offers a vibrant colour plus texture and moisture. It is available to buy from MAC for £10.77
It's time to ditch the fake nails and get them short, square and dark. This years top colour is purple and show that off with your nails - think dark cherries and plums. We recommend this Urban Decay Nail Polish in shade AC/DC. This dazzling and glossy shade is perfect for fingers and toes, and is the perfect shade for 2009. It is available to buy from Superdrug for £3.99.
Finally we have the best mascara to make your eyes make stand out. There are hundreds are mascara's on the market which claim to plump, lengthen, define and leave lashes clump free. We recommend America's No.1 mascara Maybelline Mascara Great Lash Blackest Black. This top mascara has a lash building brush to create fuller and longer lashes. It has been available to buy for a long time now and is still many people's number one choice for a mascara. You can add it to you regime for just £4.88, from Superdug.
So, there are FemaleFirst's top tips on how to update your make-up bag in 2009. Add these to you're beauty regime and look gorgeous no matter what you're doing.
FemaleFirst - Stacey Malvern