The season for giving back is upon us, but with so many things to fix in the world, how do you decide to divvy up your donations? Considering all the disasters, natural and otherwise, that have occurred in 2018 alone, it's hard to know where to start.
Gift cards? Money? Come on girl, you can do way better than that.
The holidays are a time for giving, but let's be totally honest: Not just any gift will cut it. Isn't it high time to give items that are as distinctive as the recipient?
While we love that fall and winter is mandatory Netflix-and-chill season, it also happens to be the dreaded cold and flu season. Though we do everything we can to avoid getting sick, we're not always successful. Thankfully, there are some things we can do to alleviate the misery, including taking a therapeutic bath. Read on for some incredible bath soaks, bombs and oils that will help you feel like yourself in no time.
Whether it's a flashy, electric pink lip color, a bold eyeshadow palette or a bright green face mask that makes for a fun evening Instagram selfie, there's no denying just how fun a little color infusion can be in your beauty routine. If you've got a makeup-loving friend who can't seem to get enough of the spectrum into their makeup kit, you've happened upon the perfect holiday gift guide. We've rounded up 13 super fun beauty options that any color-lover can get down with.
If the shorter, colder days make you yearn for a beach vacation, you're not alone. Many of us dream of Hawaii or other exotic locales around the holidays to escape the dreariness. Known for its abundance of tropical plants, fruits and temperate climate, Hawaii is also a popular resource for heavenly-scented, nutrient-dense beauty ingredients, like coconut, passionfruit, pineapple and plumeria. The 15 beauty products ahead smell like paradise and are the next best thing when a tropical vacay is just out of your budget.
These coming winter months can be so brutal on our skin. No matter your skin type, the dry, cold weather will affect you. Shopping for some skin care products for winter is a good place to start, but there's more to it than that. In fact, one of the best solutions for dry winter skin around comes in the form of a good humidifier.
Although the holiday gifting season doesn't start officially for another few weeks, you may want to think about treating your Thanksgiving hostess to a little something extra, especially if she's putting together a memorable meal for all your friends or loved ones. If you have a skin care junkie, candle fanatic or a makeup lover in your life, here are 11 amazing beauty gifts for every budget that are the perfect way to say thank you this Thanksgiving.
We all love a Thanksgiving table full from end-to-end with favorite foods, from cranberry sauce to pumpkin pie. But traditional Thanksgiving and fall foods don't only taste and smell delicious, they also make pretty fantastic beauty product ingredients.
If you were to ask any dermatologist in the world for their best piece of advice, we wager they'd all say the same exact thing: protect yourself from the sun. That means limiting your outdoor exposure via shade, hats and protective clothing, and by really going wild with the ol' SPF.
We all need to get away from it all sometimes, even if it's just for the weekend. Whether you're heading someplace warmer or going to visit a friend nearby, there are a few beauty essentials you need to pack to ensure a good time. From sunscreen to facial cleanser to a multipurpose palette, you actually don't need to jam your weekender with tons of products to look put-together while you travel. To make your to-do list a whole lot easier, here are nine beauty must-haves you shouldn't leave home without, because going on vacation doesn't mean you have to take a vacation from your beauty routine.
Chapped lips don't stand a chance this season. Chock-full of coconut oil, moringa oil and acerola cherry extract, Kiehl's Love Oil For Lips, $19, drenches your lips in moisture, while also leaving behind the prettiest, softest sheer tint of color.
You'd think the question of whether or not a beauty brand is cruelty-free would be pretty black and white — but there's actually a fair amount of gray area that can make things a little confusing.
We've probably all been told a million times that being healthy is important. Not only is living a healthy lifestyle crucial for your body's health, but it also has a lot to do with your appearance, which — as beauty enthusiasts — we take pride in. We may skimp on carbs, focus on healthier options and limit ourselves to only one drink when we're out with friends, but sometimes our skin just won't stay as clean and clear as we want it to.
Sephoria is basically a giant convention of all things Sephora: A smorgasbord of the latest offerings from your favorite beauty brands, mingled with masterclasses with top brand founders and celebrity makeup artists — all topped off with free samples and photo-ops galore.
Using sunscreen is one of those practices that's been drilled into us as something we're "supposed to do." We think about it when we're playing at the beach or the pool, of course, but many of us still forget sunscreen outside of the summer months.
Detoxifying charcoal beauty products are becoming a staple in modern beauty routines. This is increasingly apparent in that so many of our favorite brands are releasing charcoal-infused offerings. You can literally use this beloved ingredient to detoxify your body from head to toe. We've been seeing charcoal for some time now in everything from makeup, skin care, hair care, even dental care and it shows no signs of stopping. Whether you're treating stubborn breakouts or product buildup on your scalp, charcoal is a great go-to. Here are some of the latest (and greatest) charcoal beauty products we're loving right now. Check 'em out and see if they deserve a spot in your beauty repertoire.
Chances are, you've heard of probiotics in terms of gut health: Often present in fermented foods such as yogurt, they're meant to help support and balance the "good" bacteria with the "bad" bacteria on your insides. But more and more, they've been popping up in skin care products. So, how exactly do probiotics affect your skin's well-being? We reached out to HydroPeptide's chief of operations and chief geneticist, Dr. Neal Kitchen, to find out.
There's nothing more annoying than sunscreen mixing with sweat and dripping all over your face during a workout session. Somehow, even those lotions that claim to be waterproof can’t withstand the amount of sweat you produce. But don’t skip the sunscreen just yet—or any of your skin care products. Not only are there skin care products designed for those who sweat a lot, there are also various makeup products you can wear in the gym— that won’t clog pores and cause breakouts. Fead on for five beauty products that are a fitness buff's best friend.
The world of manicures is always innovating with new ways to spice up your basic polish or gel mani. Recently we've spotted hand art, nail art, and now we're into finger jewelry. This new trend is the easiest way to turn your everyday manicure into something extraordinary. Finger jewelry can include anything from nail rings, stackable rings and knuckle rings to open rings and two- or multiple-finger rings. And the good news is, the more, the merrier — you can rock them down the entire lengths of your fingers. We love combining different shapes, sizes and metals to create your own custom nail look. Peruse the following pages for some gorgeous finger jewelry and prepare to get some glimmering hardware for your tips.
