We have a policy here at Total Beauty: The more a product costs, the more it needs to wow us. A $2 lip gloss that's a little sticky? Meh, we can deal. A $30 lip gloss that pulls the same stunt -- sorry, that's just not going to fly. See products

You see it all the time - dark skin with light hair as well as pale skin with dark hair. Some pull it off well, like Beyonce and Megan Fox, while so many others try taking the same route and fall short (example: when Kim Kardashian went blonde). Now why is that? One major element many people fail to take into consideration when coloring their hair is skin undertone. Some people have warm under tones, while others have cool under tones. To check your undertones, simply go into the sunlight and look at the veins in your wrist. If they appear blue, your undertones are cool. If they look green, your undertones are warm. Most dark skinned women tend to have warm undertones. This plays a big part in finding the best hair colors for dark skin. see tips

One issue that many Asian women face when coloring hair is going from dark to light, while avoiding brassiness. Helene Sheptin, a Los Angeles-based celebrity hair stylist, says that her first suggestion for coloring Asian hair is to avoid clashing hair color with skin tone. She recommends avoiding violet, platinum blonde, white and blue-tinged shades when choosing hair colors, because these can clash with Asian skin tones. This is not to say that a girl cannot have blonde Asian hair or even red Asian hair, but layering color is important in order to allow good contrast between colors. This will also add a shimmering effect to hair, which adds luster. Highlights are a great way to transition into a lighter hair color, adding texture and depth as well as the illusion of fullness. see stylist tips

If you have determined the right coloring process for your hair, it's time to find out how to maintain your color and your newfound healthy hair. Impossible, you say? We think not. Read on to get the best tips on how to keep your hair healthy and your color vibrant now. Get tips

You've tried every deep conditioner out there and you even got a haircut. But does your hair still look damaged? It's time to bust out the dye Get your color Rx

We often forget that hair is made up of protein, and just like our skin cells, our hair needs care and protection to maintain its health and vibrancy. Without UV protection, the sun breaks down color molecules, fading color and causing dullness. Plus, sun damage makes hair follicles more porous, compromising the structural integrity of the follicles. Whether you have split ends, dry hair, or hair that's limp from product overload, it's time to repair the damage. To rejuvenate your hair, you'll need deep conditioners,and -- worst-case scenario -- a haircut. Go through each of the following steps to start the process of hair repair. Let's get started. Get tips

While beach-y, slightly fried hair was in style for summer, glossy, healthy hair reigns queen for fall. It's time to repair the damage you've inflicted from all the outdoor activities and heat-styling tools you used to get those cute summer hairstyles. But before you can do that, you need to answer this crucial question: Just how damaged is your hair? The health of your hair depends on a delicate balance of protein and moisture. The protein in hair provides structure to the follicle, while moisture gives hair elasticity. Too much of either leads to breakage. To figure out what your hair is deficient in, let's assess the damage now. See damage

Bad hair days. We've all been there ... and it's so frustrating. When I had long hair, I wanted to cut it because it was way too heavy, greasy, and flat. So I cut it short ("low maintenance, here I come!") and was thrilled until pieces started sticking out every which way. Now, while it's growing out, it just looks dented and weird most days. See styles

From highlights to lowlights, find out which shades complement your hair color Lighten up

Who doesn't love spending a lazy Saturday afternoon lying out by the pool or attending one of the many outdoor BBQs that summer brings? But while these warmer days offer the perfect backdrop for beachy waves or casual updos, the weather is also to blame for ruining our perfect coifs and damaging our hair. With humidity and heat causing frizzy, brittle hair and oily roots, it can take a lot of work to keep hair looking "effortlessly" beautiful. To the rescue: This new crop of hair care products that specifically address these annoying issues that come with warmer weather. See products