Hair Extensions Lead to Bald Spots

Updated 2:24 PM EST, Sun, Jan 4, 2009

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MAKEUP
-- According to new market research, organic beauty products haven't caught on among American consumers. [Makeup and Beauty Blog]

-- This blogger claims eyelash conditioner that has since been pulled from the market made her eyelashes look "full and gorgeous" for three months of her life. Really? Eyelash conditioner? [Makeup Bag]

HAIR
--  Hair extensions can lead to permanent bald spots. They "put such tension on follicles in the scalp that they can become inflamed causing hair to fall out -- a condition known as traction alopecia." Lauren Conrad, are you listening? [Daily Mail]

--  The Guardian calls Leigh Lezark a "ridiculously cool and ridiculously beautiful DJ," adding, "Her sharp bob haircut is destined to be this year's 'Aniston.'" [Guardian]

--  The Sedu Revolution styling iron reportedly creates curls that resemble a roller set, and since she bought one, this blogger is "officially hair obsessed." Okay then. [All About the Pretty]

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Filed Under: beauty, beauty marks, hair, leigh lezark, makeup

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First Published: Jan 2, 2009 4:59 PM EST

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