MEDIUM SKIN Toffee

MEDIUM SKIN

Toffee

Jessica Alba's subtle, modern ombré is "dark at the top, but the bottom is ashy instead of bright," says O'Connor. To get this look, ask for sandy brown highlights blended over an espresso base. The shade may be muted, but it noticeably warms up medium complexions: "There's a really soft transition of color that gives it a golden feel," says O'Connor.

FAIR SKIN Ombré

FAIR SKIN

Ombré

Yes, we're still into ombré. More specifically, Jessica Biel's ombré. The varying dark-to-light shades blend together so there aren't any harsh lines. "The color actually threads to the top around her face," Josh says, which keeps it from looking severe around her fair skin. To steal Biel's look, ask your colorist for a medium brown base and stick within a two-shades-lighter range through the tips. A bonus styling trick from Josh: "Waves look the best with ombré," he says. "Worn straight, you can see how the color is painted in."

THE PROBLEM: BODY ACNE

THE PROBLEM: BODY ACNE

Since sweat and oil production ramp up in the summer, pores on your chest and back get clogged more easily. The best approach starts in the shower: Use a body wash with at least 1.25 percent salicylic acid (Neutrogena Body Clear Body Wash Pink Grapefruit contains 2 percent and doesn't smell medicinal). If that doesn't do the trick, once you're dry, add a layer of benzoyl peroxide (just remember, it can bleach clothes) or a prescription antibiotic lotion.

CAFFEINE

CAFFEINE

Produced in the leaves and seeds of various plants, it can also be made in a lab. Commonly used in cellulite creams and eye creams, it constricts blood vessels, reducing redness and puffiness.

FAIR SKIN Mahogany

FAIR SKIN

Mahogany

Katie Holmes's dark, even shade may be understated, but it's still rich. "It starts with a really chocolatey base, but there's a hint of ruby," says colorist Rona O'Connor. Ultradark shades can look goth against light complexions, but that little tinge of red has a big impact: "It comes through in thick ribbons, and because the shades are very close to each other, it looks really soft," says O'Connor.

DARK ASH BROWN

DARK ASH BROWN

"This is a pretty medium ash brown," says Robinson. "It makes [Katie Holmes's] eyes sparkle." When going dark, Robinson suggests that it's important to keep length—and height—in mind. "When you have long, dark hair and are tall in proportion to that, it looks elegant. But if you're petite, make sure it's not one length, because it will look overwhelming." Layering will add movement to your hair and stop it from hiding your face and body shape.

MEDIUM ASH BROWN

MEDIUM ASH BROWN

Mila Kunis traded in her extreme ombre look for classic highlights. "These highlights are diffused on the ends and are hitting the points of her layers, which is nice because it shows off the shape of the haircut," says Robinson. This would work best on a medium- to long-layered cut. "You would ask the colorist to work with your natural color, and just highlight the mid-length and ends, following the haircut," says Robinson. The ash brown background is universally flattering, but to add warmth to your complexion, swap the sandy highlights for caramel.

CHESTNUT BROWN

CHESTNUT BROWN

"This is the color anyone could wear," says Robinson. This chestnut brown shade warms up Victoria Beckham's complexion and enhances her brown eyes. Ask for a dark brown base and caramel and light auburn highlights to frame the face, mid-length, and ends. Robinson says that red highlights are the key to this look. "The red golds add dimension, making your hair look richer and more chocolaty."

GOLDEN BROWN

GOLDEN BROWN

"This sunny, golden brown hair color really brings out the color of Natalie Portman's eyes," says Robinson. Subtle honey and caramel highlights also perk up her complexion. "The highlights are blended, not streaky, to make her hair look barely sun-kissed." Robinson recommends this shade for pale to olive skin tones. "It adds color without overdoing it," she says.

CARAMEL BROWN

CARAMEL BROWN

"This is a lot of color," says Robinson. But these golden highlights still flatter—and illuminate—Jennifer Lopez's complexion because her base is brown. The lightest sections are toward the mid-length and the ends. To get Lopez's color, ask for a light brown base, and add highlights around the face out to the ends, gradually getting lighter toward the tips of the layers.

BEACHY BROWN

BEACHY BROWN

"This sandy brown color goes well with Emma Watson's short haircut," says Robinson. "It makes her face appear softer." Watson's hair is dyed two to three shades lighter than her natural color and blended with highlights. "It's so finely done that as it grows out, she's not going to get any major demarcations or root lines," says Robinson. She also notes that someone with a layered, wispy cut should avoid going too light. "Otherwise, their ends will appear thin or see-through.

CoverGirl Liquiline Blast Eyeliner Pencil in Brown Blaze

BROWN EYELINER

You've been seriously underestimating your brown eyeliner pencil. Lining your lashes is just the start (especially if your pencil is on the creamier side, like CoverGirl LiquilineBlast Eyeliner Pencil in Brown Blaze): Scribble it all over your lids, or in the creases of your eyes, and smudge the pigment with your finger to mimic brown shadow. Lightly color in your brows or blend it along your cheekbones for a little bit of contour. And if you've ever wondered what you'd look like with freckles, makeup artists often use brown pencil backstage to create the illusion of a speckled complexion.

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GIORGIO ARMANI FLUID SHEER

GIORGIO ARMANI FLUID SHEER

Makeup artists (and we) have long been obsessed with these versatile liquid highlighters. They go great on top of foundation, under foundation as an illuminating primer, or mixed into foundation for extra luminosity. If all that wasn't enough, now they've gotten even more versatile with the addition of 6 more shades. Our favorites: 6, an orangey coral, and 8, a cheery pink. Both double as cheek and lip stains in addition to being luminizers. We recommend wearing them on cheeks and lips at once for a flushed, romantic effect.

BOYISH CROP Pamela Anderson

BOYISH CROP

Pamela Anderson

I love the audaciousness of Pamela's pixie. It was such a bold move (I didn't cut it). And what's great about such an extreme cut is that you can experiment with different lengths as you grow it out—every month it's a new look.

SHAGGY PIXIE Jennifer Lawrence

SHAGGY PIXIE

Jennifer Lawrence

I didn't do this cut, but I love the longer pieces in front, which give it a tough quality. She can push it all forward and make it into a classic pixie, or she can slick it all back for a more androgynous, '80s look.

DARK Maybelline New York Master Glaze Blush Stick in Warm Nude

DARK

Maybelline New York Master Glaze Blush Stick in Warm Nude

This sheer milk chocolate shade is tinged with pink for the perfect natural flush.

MEDIUM Almay Color + Care Liquid Lip Balm in Rosy Lipped

MEDIUM

Almay Color + Care Liquid Lip Balm in Rosy Lipped

This creamy mauve gloss makes lips look naturally silky and full—not slick or sticky.

FAIR Flower Kiss Stick in Morning Glory

FAIR

Flower Kiss Stick in Morning Glory

Beige lipstick can wash out fair skin. But this perfect marriage of warm beige and cool pink brightens a pale complexion.

FAIR Rimmel London Liquid Cheek Tint in Touch of Berry

FAIR

Rimmel London Liquid Cheek Tint in Touch of Berry

This lightweight cream blush leaves behind the sheer rosy tint that comes naturally to fair skin (but doesn't require strenuous exercise).