Whether you are looking for a change these Holidays, or just want to freshen up your hairdo, highlights are great for updating your look. You don't have to go full blond to make the highlights work. Even on a dark brown hair subtle brighter pieces will add depth and shine to your hairdo.

The only catch is the price - at some places highlights can go as high as hundreds of $$$, and imagine the once-in-8 weeks maintenance! Fortunately for us, budget beauty queens, there is a new instant solution that allows you to get the look without paying the big bucks. temporary highlights can be achieved using something that looks like a mascara and applied to your hair in a similar way. Use it for an important event or a night out and your hair will get that expensive salon shine instantly.

One of the best products out there is Frederic Fekkai's Hi-Lights Hair Mascara ($20 only!) available at Sephora and other stores. Its rich pigments are easy to apply, long-lasting, and - best of all - completely temporary. Simply wash out when you want to go back to your natural look.

Have a shiny holidays season!