Beauty astrology for the month of July

Aries (March 21 - April 19) Sometimes looking good makes you feel better (a good hair day can be a tonic for the soul), but other times when you feel great, you don't need any enhancement. Double your odds and put on a little blush today.

Taurus (April 20 - May 20) The best fashion advice? Get moving at least twice a week, whether that's a post-dinner walk or a dance class with your pals. Style starts with the body. The more you get to know yours, the happier you'll be with it

Gemini (May 21 - June 21) Don't know how to wear red lipstick? Liquid eyeliner application has always befuddled you? Help is available. Ask a trustworthy friend for a tip or two and, as with any other skill, practice, practice, practice.

Cancer (June 22 - July 22) Remember getting a do-over on the playground? Style-wise, you can have as many as you want! Hem that too-long skirt, get a shine treatment to gloss up stressed-out locks and turn an old blush into a new lip gloss.

Leo (July 23 - August 22) Eat more healthfully: Less animal fats and add more lean protein, veggies and whole grains. And, if on this new regimen, you lose a few pounds, that's a great side benefit. But what's most important is how you feel.

Virgo (August 23 - September 22) Why spend time fighting with your looks? If your hair isn't as voluminous as you'd like, wear it in a sleek side-parted ponytail or a classic chignon. Work with what you have and you'll be the beauty you already are.

Libra (September 23 - October 22) Even if you're impeccably groomed, you can't control other people's perceptions. So do your best and look your best and then let it go. You're responsible for making the effort -- the results are up to the universe.

Scorpio (October 23 - November 21) Know when to splurge and when to save. A great coat or handbag you use everyday and will wear for years? Spend the cash and get a quality purchase. Funky earrings you wear when you go dancing? Go cheap!

Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21) There's nothing as satisfying as getting a good product tip from your friends, coworkers and family, so ask around for what you seek. Much of what they use might be surprising and surprisingly cheap.

Capricorn (December 22 - January 19) Borrow from menswear: belts, sweaters, socks and T-shirts are unisex and have a certain louche charm when they're repurposed. Also, a good shaving cream and razor can really work well on the legs, too.

Aquarius (January 20 - February 18) So you permanently stained the hem of your favorite T-shirt and now you can't wear it to work. But if you cut off the hem, it makes a cute workout shirt. Recycling begins at home and in your own closet.

Pisces (February 19 - March 20) Don't be afraid to imitate. Study people whose style you admire in real life and in the movies, magazines and books. Figure out what makes their looks individual and what you can adopt from their methods.