The holidays are here -- let the gift giving and getting begin! If you're still pondering present ideas, consider this your ultimate shopping shortcut. We've rounded up the top beauty pros' personal gift picks -- both what they are giving and what they are hoping to receive so you can snag some inspiration. Because really, who knows the best beauty gems better that top hair, makeup, and nail gurus? See gift guides

The end of November marks the start of the holiday season, meaning post-Thanksgiving shopping sprees should be restricted for gift-buying only. Get products

These days, it seems that every month has a theme -- and it's not just Hallmark who's to blame. Did you know that April is Stress Awareness Month, May is Pet Month, and September is Yoga Month? See list

Here's a secret: Some of the best beauty products for women are hiding in the men's aisle of your local drugstore. Yes, it may sound unlikely, but odds are that your husband/boyfriend is using products that are just as good as yours. See products

The scene backstage at New York Fashion Week can be described in one word: chaos. Hair extensions are flying. Makeup is scattered everywhere. Editors and photographers trip over each other trying to get the perfect quote and prettiest picture. See products

Hundreds of new beauty products come out each month, and unless you are an extreme beauty junkie -- you qualify if you troll makeup blogs and befriend beauty counter employees -- you may not be up to speed on the newest fall items hitting shelves this September. See products

What's the stuff we're mortified to admit we love? Take a look ... See items

The other day my co-worker's chair was squeaking to the point of annoying everyone in the office. It was begging for some WD-40. But since our office is long on beauty products and short on tools, we didn't have any. See fixes

As the world prepares to watch the Summer Olympics, we decided to host our very own beauty-themed games. Behold the winningest products from around the globe See winners

When it comes to DIY projects, my motto goes something like this: If it's easier to buy it, then swipe that plastic. See DIY recipes