Beauty Beat

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It can be tough to get beachy waves in a city without a saltwater beach, so here's when D.I.Y. beauty products come in handy. The Everygirl, a local site that offers pro tips for everything from career to hairstyles, offers this easy-peasy recipe for creating your own sea-goddess waves. All it takes is a little salt, a little water, and some lemon—and killer shades don't hurt, either. [The Everygirl]