Best & Worst Beauty Of The Week: Miley Cyrus, Britney Spears, Demi Lovato And More (PHOTOS)

This week in beauty we saw the 18 worst celebrity beauty looks this year, found nine beauty gifts our moms would love and learned some tips from the biggest makeup experts around -- the Rockettes.

We're shifting our focus to the red carpet, showcasing the best, worst and most interesting examples of hair, makeup and nails that we came across this week. Take a look, get inspired and vote for your faves!

• BEST: Miley Cyrus

  We're glad Miley found a <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/20/miley-cyrus-cuts-her-hair-pixie-cut-blonde_n_2164400.html">hairstyle</a> that makes her happy. She went for the chop in <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/08/13/miley-cyrus-hair-haircut-pixie-cut-blonde_n_1771870.html">August </a>and <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/21/miley-cyrus-short-hair-is-here-to-stay-video_n_2171993.html">doesn't seem to want to go back</a> anytime soon. We have to say we've become fans of the short style, and her recent look at the "<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/17/miley-cyrus-vh1-divas-rebel-yell-2012-photos_n_2314654.html?utm_hp_ref=style&ir=Style">VH1 Divas</a>" 2012 show totally won us over. She looked super streamlined and put together. She kept the focus on her eyes with bold mascara and dark shadow, and went with nude colored balm on her lips. Now only if should get her <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/10/miley-cyrus-dances-with-stripper-christmas-creampies_n_2270243.html">fashion game</a> together.

• WORST: Britney Spears

  Britney Spears has certainly had some <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/09/21/britney-spears-photos_n_1904263.html">bad hair</a> over the years, but her look at "The X Factor" season finale on December 17th really had us wigging out. The judge's locks looked flat and well...<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/18/britney-spears-hair-wig-x-factor-photos-pictures_n_2321472.html?utm_hp_ref=britney-spears">not real</a>. <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/10/27/britney-spears-lucky-cover-photos-pictures-wig-hair_n_2029799.html">Wig</a> or not, the hairstyle wasn't doing Brit any favors -- we're still on the fence about the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/10/22/britney-spears-got-bangs-haircut_n_2002139.html">bangs</a>. Her eye makeup was a bit severe as well and we're dying to see her with some color on her lips. Girl, we know you can do better.

• BEST: Kelly Osbourne

  We've always been supporters of Kelly Osbourne's <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/02/05/kelly-osbourne-gray-hair-_n_1255894.html">purple-gray locks</a>, but sometimes she gets a little too ambitious in the hair styling department and ends up well...looking like <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/2012/09/11/kelly-osborne-teletubbies-hair-picture_n_1873249.html">this</a>. However we were thrilled with her recent look at the "VH1 Divas" 2012 at The Shrine Auditorium on December 16, 2012 in Los Angeles, California. The <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/12/07/beehive-hairstyle_n_1130802.html">modern beehive</a> style looked great with her dramatic cat eye and perfectly sculpted brows. Peach lipstick added just the right amount of color without clashing with her hair.

• WORST: Rose McGowan

  Rose McGowan has always been a style daredevil, so we weren't too shocked that the actress <a href="http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2250367/Blonde-bombshell-Rose-McGowan-joined-leading-man-Davey-Detail-wows-fitted-gown-animal-rescue-gala.html">went platinum</a>. But when we saw her new look at The Humane Society Gala on December 18th all we can say is: why? The actress was one of our favorite<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/07/30/redheads-christina-hendricks_n_1706447.html"> redheads</a>. Not to mention the bleach job seems to have damaged her hair because it looks stiff and frazzled. McGowan knows a thing or two about <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/08/12/rose-mcgowan-talks-drag-quees_n_924656.html">painting her face</a>, but she seemed to have skimped on the makeup this time around and looks washed out.

• BEST: Ciara

  Sometimes we're on the fence about singer Ciara's <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/02/11/ciara-grammy-hair_n_1270221.html">beauty looks</a>, but we were happy to see her embracing her inner goddess at the "<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/17/vh1-divas-2012-_n_2315312.html">VH1 Divas</a>" 2012 show. With enviable tousled hair and gorgeous shimmer eyeshadow, she literally sparkled all night. Work it, Ciara!

• WORST: Krysten Ritter

  Actress <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/10/23/krysten-ritter-dont-trust-the-b-dawsons-creek_n_2005250.html">Krysten Ritter</a> just cannot seem to get over the biggest sartorial no no: the top knot. At a visit to the Young Hollywood Studio on December 19th, she sported the unfortunate look in all its sloppy glory. This hairstyle should stay in high school. Post-thirty, it's just unacceptable. We say ditch the look and try letting your hair down, Krysten.

• BEST: Nicky Hilton

  Surprisingly, we dig Nicky Hilton's look at the Derek Blasberg For Opening Ceremony Stationery Launch Party at Saint Regis Hotel on December 18th. We love that she went back to her blonde roots and kept her makeup light. Only a bit of mascara, rosy lipstick and blush gave her a sun-kissed and feminine beauty look. Work it, Nicky!

• WORST: Demi Lovato

  We love Demi Lovato's<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/09/24/demi-lovato-body-image-issues-katie-couric-bulimic-bulimia_n_1910719.html?utm_hp_ref=demi-lovato"> honesty</a> and the image she sets for young ladies everywhere, but her makeup? <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/11/rihanna-hair-jessica-alba-makeup-kristen-stewart_n_2103105.html">We're not always fans</a>. The singer attended the "VH1 Divas" 2012 show with a severe <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/07/06/goth-makeover-mac-cosmetics_n_1632408.html">goth look</a> that just wasn't working. She's a total stunner <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/04/07/demi-lovato-no-makeup_n_1410071.html">without makeup</a>, so we don't get why she pounds on all that foundation. And the dark shadow along with her jet black hair made her look like Morticia Addams. We say Demi needs a make-under and should try some color.

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Oil drops as US 'fiscal cliff' approaches

BANGKOK (AP) -- Oil prices fell below $90 per barrel Friday as doubts intensified that political leaders in Washington would be able to reach a deal on the budget before a costly and potentially detrimental package of tax hikes and spending cuts automatically kicks in at year's end.

Benchmark crude for February delivery fell 94 cents at midday Bangkok time to $89.19 per barrel in electronic trading on the New York Mercantile Exchange. The contract rose 15 cents to end at $90.13 per barrel Thursday on the Nymex.

Brent crude, used to price international varieties of oil, dropped 51 cents to $109.69 per barrel in London.

If the Republicans and Democrats don't work out a compromise before the end of the month, the U.S. could go over the "fiscal cliff," a reference to hundreds of billions of dollars in big tax increases and government spending cuts that take effect if a budget deal is not reached. Some economists fear that would push the U.S. back into recession, a prospect that would likely mean less energy demand.

Late Thursday, House Republicans abruptly put off a vote on an alternative plan offered by House Speaker John Boehner that would prevent scheduled increases from taking effect on Jan. 1 on all income under $1 million. Obama is seeking a level of $400,000.

In other energy futures trading on the New York Mercantile Exchange:

? Natural gas fell 2.4 cents to $3.438 per 1,000 cubic feet.

? Heating oil fell 1.3 cents to $3.0357 a gallon.

? Wholesale gasoline fell marginally to $2.7358 a gallon.

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angelknox9: Advice On Making The Most Of Your Self Improvement ...

Learning more about personal development is a great way to make sure that you?re doing everything you can with your life. There is a lot of self improvement advice out there, so start small. The following article has been put together to help you start your self improvement journey.

While it is essential that you have people in your life, you should not depend on others for your happiness. Focus on making yourself happy. This means that you are accountable for your satisfaction with life, not that you should sacrifice other people?s happiness for the sake of your own. If you make sure that what you do is true to yourself and your ethics, you will be much happier with your personal development path.

TIP! Being selfless is a big step in personal development. Doing things for others without expecting a reward, is one way to strengthen character and enhance your spiritual life.

Stress is one of the chief impediments to a happy, satisfying lifestyle. Feeling stressed can influence your mood and your body. All of us need to have clear, relaxed thinking to enable us to plan and execute our life?s purpose, and this only happens when we let go of stressful thoughts. Have some time every day when you can relax and meditate in solitude. Taking the time to renew your center will help you to find peace within yourself.

Strive to make each day a bit better than the previous one. Discover innovative ways to increase your character development. In whatever you do, try to do it better than you ever have before.

TIP! Encouraging faith by love will lead to a higher level of personal development. This will help you focus on the things that are truly important.

If you want to enhance your approach to personal development, learn to be humble. If you admit that you are simply a tiny part of this world, you will begin to recognize how much you still have to learn. Once you realize this, you will be able to understand and improve upon yourself.

Use your core principals to your advantage. Everyone has beliefs that are central to their sense of self. If you apply your principles to your daily life you will feel better about yourself and the choices you make. This practice will encourage consistency, a valuable character trait to keep.

TIP! If you get angry, count from one to ten before doing anything. Another technique is to breathe deeply and imagine a peaceful place.

Focus on changing just one thing about yourself at any given time. Even if you have more than one area on which you wish to work, focusing on one area at a time will make it easier to succeed. You will also have an easier time developing new habits if you introduce them one-by-one.

You have to care for yourself before you can start taking care of others. Take time for rest and relaxation, whether your health is good or poor.

TIP! Listening is equally as valuable as speaking when you are communicating. This is particularly true if you want to improve yourself.

As you learned earlier, developing yourself as a person requires you to learn new things. You must also be able to apply that knowledge. There are many ways you can start your journey to personal development. You will be more self-assured once you implement the suggestions in this article.

In today?s society, emotional freedom is quite a sought after topic. The information from this article should have given you an advantage. This information will help to derail any obstacles that stand in your way. Good luck, and remember to refer to the article again as needed.

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Most Popular Android Downloads and Posts of 2012

2012 was a huge year for Android. Jelly Bean hit the stage, Android tablets really came into their own, and we showed you how to install a new kernel, choose a great ROM, hack your Android tablets, more. Here's a look back at the most popular Android posts and downloads this year.

Lifehacker Pack for Android: Our List of the Best Android Apps

Your Android phone may be the best hardware on the market, but everyone knows it's the apps that help you make the most of your Android device-whether it's brand new or a few years old. More ?

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Five Best Android Launchers

Whether you're tired of your stock home screen or just want a new and different way to interact with your Android device, you can probably find an Android launcher at Google Play that's just right for you. More ?

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Five Best Android ROMs

Whether you're looking to upgrade an Android device forsaken by its manufacturer or you just want more control over the phone or tablet you own, you've probably gone looking for a new ROM. More ?

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Turn a $99 Nook into a Fully Fledged Android Tablet in Four Easy Steps

The Nook Simple Touch is great for reading ebooks. It's got plenty of storage, it's small enough to carry anywhere, can be used with one hand, can hold tons of books, its e-ink display is crisp and easy to read, and most importantly, it runs a skinned version of Android. More ?

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Five Best Android Tablets

If you're looking for a great Android tablet, there are plenty on the market to choose from-many more than there used to be, and they're only getting better. More ?

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Don't Bother with Instagram; Here are Some Better Alternatives for Android

I'll come right out and say it: I'm not a big fan of Instagram. And no, it's not because iOS users have had their underpants in a wad over the Android release, but because for me, it really doesn't live up to the hype. More ?

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Five Best Android Keyboards

The beauty of Android is that it's so customizable, and Android keyboards are no exception. There are keyboards available for every type of typist, whether you prefer to hunt and peck, turn your phone sideways and use both thumbs, or swipe across the screen with one finger. More ?

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Unleash the Power of Android with These Automated Apps

If you've ever thought "I wish my Android phone would do [X] whenever [Y] happened"-for example, text your significant other whenever you leave work; silence your phone when you walk into a movie; or turn on your ringer when you wake up in the morning-Tasker makes it possible. More ?

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Five Best Android Web Browsers

There are dozens of great web browsers available for Android, depending on the features you're looking for. Whether it's syncing with your desktop, or super-speedy browsing, or support for flash navigation, you have options galore-some of them popular, others not so much. More ?

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How to Turn Your Android into a Killer Portable Media and Gaming Center

Your home media center may be awesome, but it doesn't do you much good when you're at a friend's place and desperate to watch the Game of Thrones finale, get in a few laps on Mario Kart, or listen to a great new band you discovered. More ?

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How to Speed Up, Clean Up, and Revive Your Android Phone

We're all decluttering our closets and basements in celebration of spring, but it's time for a break. Kick back on the couch, pull up your Android phone, and act like you're still being productive by giving it some spring cleaning of its own. More ?

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The Best Address Book App for Android

Oddly enough, there aren't too many contact management tools for Android that aren't also dialer replacements, or focused entirely on replacing whatever built-in tool you have on your device already. More ?

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Six Awesome, Lesser-Known Features in Android 4.0 "Ice Cream Sandwich"

The new, highly polished version of Android is finally reaching the masses, and it's got some pretty great new features in tow-like facial recognition, Android Beam, data tracking. More ?

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The Best Ereader for Android

There are so many great ereaders for Android that it's exceptionally difficult to select just one, and the one that works best for you may depend heavily on where you get your ebooks and what format they come in. More ?

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How to Get iOS 6's Best New Features in Android Right Now

iOS 6 is a big update for Apple fans, featuring several exciting updates-but those of us with Android devices don't have to sit back and wait Google to deliver those same features to us; More ?

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What's New in Android 4.1 Jelly Bean

Google announced the next version of Android, named Jelly Bean, today. It has a ton of improvements in notifications, speed and smoothness, and a new feature called Google Now that gives you useful real-time information based on where you are and what's coming up in your calendar. More ?

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Use Your Android Phone as a Wi-Fi Hotspot for Free

Android: The Wi-Fi hotspot feature on Android phones lets you use your mobile data on multiple computers or tablets at once. The only problem is a lot of carriers have restrictions to prevent you from sharing your mobile data (which you're already paying for) for free. More ?

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How Can I Fix My Android's Crappy GPS?

Dear Lifehacker,I love my Android phone, but lately it seems like it's taking 10 minutes for the GPS to get a lock, which makes navigation very difficult. More ?

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Frustrated by Android Fragmentation? Just Buy the Nexus Already

If you're an Android geek, you're probably sick of hearing about Android's "fragmentation" problem. If you have a non-Nexus Android phone, you're probably even sicker of dealing with it. More ?

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How to Get Better Battery Life and Performance on Your Android Phone with a New Kernel

You may have heard about how flashing a new ROM can improve your Android experience, but flashing a new kernel is one of the best ways to improve your phone's performance, battery life, and even add some saucy new features. More ?

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There you have it! We had way more Android-related posts, features, downloads, and apps than we could ever possibly highlight in a roundup like this, so head over to our Android tagpage to see more. Want to see what topped the charts in the past? Here are the top Android posts from 2011 and 2010.

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Video: Rep. Moran on Plan B vote: 'Chances of going over the cliff were substantially increased today'

Angst over video games rises in wake of shootings

As police struggle to piece together the nightmare that unfolded in Newtown, Conn., last week, some lawmakers and pundits believe they've found a possible co-conspirator in the crime: video games. Nevertheless, it remains unclear which games the 20-year-old shooter played ? and what role they played in his life.

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What Does The Initial Franchise Fee Cover? ? Business ? Franchising

Starting a new small business franchise can be one of the most exciting and profitable moves for any budding entrepreneur, but before you make the big leap into a new business, its important to know as much as possible about the fundamentals of franchising. If youve spent any time looking into the benefits of a franchise, youve undoubtedly seen the statistics which show that franchises are nearly twenty times more likely to survive past the 5 year mark when compared to a small business startup. Additionally, franchises have been one of the only types of businesses to show growth in the midst of our current recession.

So what do you need to know before starting a small business franchise? While the most important part of selecting a franchise is choosing the business that excites you and will work best for your circumstances, another important aspect of a franchise is the initial franchise fee. Every franchise requires an initial franchise fee, but its important to know what this fee includes and how much it will cost, which varies greatly from franchise to franchise. Heres a look at some of the key components included in the average franchise fee.

Whats In A Name?When youre starting a small business, one of the most difficult aspects can be building a client base and gaining the trust of the people in your area. One of the quickest and easiest ways to accomplish this is to open up a franchise with a well established name. This is quite possibly the most important item included in the franchise fee and will usually make the difference between a $10,000 franchise and a $1,000,000 franchise. While a big name can help generate quick and sustainable profits, lesser known franchise names also have some advantages. If youre planning on starting a junk removal small business and decide to go with a 1-800-GOT-JUNK small business, youll benefit from a name thats also the companys phone number, which will go a long way in helping your clients remember your name and your phone number.

Wont You Please, Please Help MeWhen you start a small business, often the goal is to gain financial independence and to ?be your own boss?, but going it alone can a quite a daunting task, particularly if youve never owned or operated your own small business before. This is one area where franchises really do offer the best of both worlds. Included in your franchise fee with nearly every franchise is the support you will undoubtedly need to run a successful business. From the initial training, ranging from as little as a couple days, to several weeks in some cases, to the ongoing support and training tools offered by each franchisor, with a small business franchise youll definitely feel supported and youll always have all of your questions answered.

The Inside InformationOne of the toughest parts of starting a typical small business is learning all of the intricate details associated with that particular business. Many successful entrepreneurs have had experience in the business that they choose to pursue, so this makes it a bit easier on them. But what happens if youre starting a business in a field that you have absolutely no prior experience in? This is where a franchise can really come in handy. Not only does your franchise fee include the equivalent of a copy of the franchisors proprietary operations manual, but youll also gain access to the franchisors suppliers and list of clients and business partners. These types of lists can take the average small business startup years, if not decades, to compile, and having inside access to the franchisors suppliers will also often equate to lower costs for products that any small business can manage to achieve.

While some franchise fees may not include some of the items listed above, and some may include quite a bit more, the point of it all is that its important and beneficial for anyone considering a franchise to thoroughly investigate the franchise in questions prior to making the commitment. Most franchises make great businesses and provide plenty of income potential, but finding the right one for you and your needs is the name of the game when it comes to selecting a franchise. When you get closer to making your decision, make sure you take the time to ask the franchisor what all is included in their franchise fee, and whether it ends up being more money than its worth, or a screaming bargain, youll have the information you need to make the right decision.

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