If you’ve been thinking about getting lip filler – your high-school yearbook might be the key to natural-looking results. As we age, our lips naturally lose their fullness and dermal fillers can restore what was lost in the aging process, as well as provide the underlying support and structure that the mouth had in its youth. But if you never had Angelina Jolie lips to begin with, is it possible to achieve a plump pout without looking overdone? Dr. Julie Russak talks about the best fillers to use in the lips, and surrounding areas, as well as the latest techniques and practices for achieving a natural look. She also shares some inside advice on how to prepare for your lip filler treatment, and what you should always bring with you.

OUAI (pronounced “way”) is ready to shake up your shower game. Founded by celebrity stylist Jen Atkins, the disruptive haircare brand that introduced us to dry shampoo foam, has come out with a line of shampoos and conditioners that target your greatest hair challenges – based on your hair strand size. So when it comes to your hair, you’ll never have to say “I’m fine.” We go behind the brand with Diana Pratasiewicz, head of brand education for OUAI, to hear about their revolutionary new line, the correct way to exfoliate your scalp, and even get some tips on how to style this fabulous Tanya Taylor blazer.

So you got a bad haircut / color / wax / eyelash extensions. We get it…it happens. But when you’ve paid for a service and it doesn’t come out the way you expected it, what can you do? Ryan shares his expert tips on how to talk to your stylist, and when it makes sense to walk away.

Technology has changed the way we shop.  But, when retailers collect data about how, when and why we shop, does it provide us with a more convenient shopping experience or just stimulate credit-card debt? We talk to Melissa Gonzalez, a retail strategist and founder of The Lionesque Group, about what the future of shopping will (and already does) look like and how it will affect you.  From an app that can take measurements of your body and then tailor-make clothing, to mirrors that can “try” makeup on for you, hear how some of your favorite brands are trying to cater to and influence your shopping behavior.

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Technology has changed the way we shop.  But, when retailers collect data about how, when and why we shop, does it provide us with a more convenient shopping experience or just stimulate credit-card debt? We talk to Melissa Gonzalez, a retail strategist and founder of The Lionesque Group, about what the future of shopping will (and already does) look like and how it will affect you.  From an app that can take measurements of your body and then tailor-make clothing, to mirrors that can “try” makeup on for you, hear how some of your favorite brands are trying to cater to and influence your shopping behavior.

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When it comes to covering skin conditions that may leave your skin red, irritated and even inflamed – all products are NOT created equal. Certain foundation textures and brushes are ideal for sensitive skin because they won’t oxidize on the skin or rub-off on clothing. Ariel Lewis shares her tips to cover up skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, and even cold sores on your face and body. She’ll also share some of the products you might want to avoid (say goodbye green makeup).

Consumers have put the pressure on brands to become more accountable with exactly what they are putting in the hair, skin and nail products we put on. And while your weekly manicures probably won’t cause your fingers to fall off, they could be adding to the toxicity in your body. We speak to the Creative Brand Manager of 10+ Free nails about how to identify the toxic ingredients in nail polish, where to locate better alternatives, and why your dip manicure is probably a bad idea.