Planet Beauty Weighs in on Trend Forecast for Fall

image: model at Anna Sui, Fall 2009

One look getting lots of attention for Fall is that of wavy, natural curls. Low Waves, as they've been called, were seen at Anna Sui, Proenza Schouler, Salvatore Ferragamo, and Tracy Reese Fall 2009 runway shows.

At Anna Sui, models’ hair got a rest from other shows’ “over-the-top texture,” says hairstylist Garren. “We wanted the girls’ hair to look like it could have dried on its own—silky at the top with low waves.”

After spraying in a light styling cream, “to help hold the style,” Garren split hair into five sections and used a two-prong waving iron from the chin down “to give uniform wave, as opposed to tight red-carpet curls.”

Another trend you'll see lots of this Fall? Dark Lips. Seen on the Fall 2009 runways of Bottega Veneta, Charlotte Ronson, Hussein Cha-layan, Jason Wu and Moschino Cheap and Chic among others, this trend, whether bold red or dark burgundy, has been hot for several years now. I for one am happy it's staying.

“The girls look romantic and ethereal,” says Revlon Global Artistic Director Gucci Westman of the so-not-Goth glossy purple lips she painted at Jason Wu. At Moschino Cheap and Chic, Charlotte Tilbury crafted a slightly tougher look with matte burgundy mouths.

It's about pressing the lip color into the lips rather than applying with a lip brush or stick this season. Artists recommend applying balm to lips to prevent color from looking too dry once it sets, but other than that there are no rules here, girls.

Planet Beauty suggestions to achieve these fall looks:

COLURE CURLWAVE STYLING CREME 8.5 oz $25
Luxurious styling crème for sexy frizz-free curls with the confidence of color protection. The most advanced technology provides humidity resistance while supporting and creating definition to curly or wavy hair. With the unique Color Longevity Formula Hair color lasts longer and is more vibrant.

• Humidity resistant
• Creates definition to curly or wavy hair
• Frizz free curls
• Free from parabens, sulfates, alcohol and petrolatum, sodium chloride, hydrocarbons, perfumes, dyes, irritants or wax
• Certified Organic Botanical blend of: Aloe Vera A. barbadensis, Roman Chamomile Chamaemelum nobile, Green Tea Camellia sinensis, Mango Mangifera indica, Guava Psidium guajava
• Aromatherapy of lavender and citrus
  
  

shades l-r: Aprodite, Eros, Olympia, Xenia

NAPOLEON PERDIS DEVINE GODDESS LIPSTICK $22
DeVine Goddess is a formulated with nourishing botanicals and antioxidants to keep lips healthy, conditioned and soft while wrapping them in richly pigmented color. Each shade is packaged in a stylish, square lipstick tube, adorned with the Napoleon Perdis logo in pink and gold. DeVine Goddess glides on with ease and stays put for long-lasting, non-drying wear.

For more information on these and many other great products for the season, visit Planet Beauty.

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Summer Bridal Beauty

Every bride want to look her very best on her wedding day, and that includes gorgeous hair, flawless skin and perfectly manicured nails. Beauty beginners and beauty-savvy brides alike will find these tips from Planet Beauty useful for looking radiant and camera-ready on the big day.

Look bright-eyed by getting as much sleep as possible the night before. Combat any dark circles or puffiness with Yonka's Phyto Contour Eye Firming Cream $54. Use eye drops if eyes still look red or tired.

Make sure you use waterproof mascara that can withstand "tears of joy". Lash Injection Pinpoint Mascara by Too Faced will prevent smearing; its exclusive 3D polymers build waterproof tubes around each lash. $19.50

Achieve a flawless complexion as good as professionally created with this smoking-hot product. Winning rave reviews from all over the world, ERA Face Spray on Foundation by Classified Cosmetics is like having a professional makeup artist in a can. This is an oil-free foundation tha contains a nourishing vitamin and botanical base ideal for all skin types. It comes in an array of shades and blends flawlessly into skin. $55

L-R: ERA Foundation Spray in shade R6, AirBrush Shimmer, AirBrush Primer

Keep hair looking radiant and shiny with I.C.O.N.'s AirShine Brilliant Shine Spray $19.50. AirShine blasts dry air for incredible surface gloss and shine while shielding your style from environmental damage. I.C.O.N is fast becoming a favorite hair care brand of many a beauty addict. This stuff rocks!

Create a perfect, pouty lip and blendable soft, shadowed eyes with Napoleon Perdis Palette Patrol $39. The palette includes his seductive set of rich, versatile colors for lips, eyes and cheeks. People StyleWatch says this about the set, "(a) sleek blush, shadow, and gloss double-decker kit from the Aussie brand ... a secret weapon for conquering any beauty battles."

Don't forget all eyes will be on your new bridal bling. Get your fingers ready for the closeup with Barielle's Natural French Manicure Set $16.50, including Cherish, a light pink, Enduring, a white shade, and Top Shield for glossy shine with a protective shield.

For the honeymoon, give yourself a glow from head to toe with Tan Towel's Self-Tan Towelettes. Each towelette is concentrated with a self-tan formula that ensures a quick and even application with no streaking or mess ($4.00 for a full face and body application).

Bridal tips courtesy of Planet Beauty. All products mentioned in this piece are available at Planet Beauty. You can find more tips and trends from Planet Beauty's team of professional makeup artists, hair stylists and licensed estheticians.

images: Zoe Clark, Whiterz