The right branding and packaging can normalize any product. No longer are vaginal bacteria-killing products and eczema creams banished to the back of your medicine cabinet. Even acne is being embraced thanks to brands like Starface , which turned brightly colored blemish patches into must-have accessories. Brands like Starface aren't all about style over substance, however. The industry-shifting products featured in the following slideshow work just as great as they look and effectively treat everything from boob sweat to thigh chafing.
When we use a mirror, we're typically using it to apply our various serums and facial oils and to master our gua sha technique. We aren't looking in the mirror wondering how we can achieve the same look of said mirror on our skin. Well, we are now. Mirror skin is the coveted look du jour and it very much is about getting the same effect as a mirror. It might sound a bit abstract, but the regimen is crystal clear. (Sorry!) We asked experts about the latest skin care trend and how to achieve mirror skin.
Even if Valentine's Day is nothing more than a made-up Hallmark holiday, if the pandemic has taught us anything it's that there's nothing more important than expressing our love and appreciation for those who are close to our hearts. Whether you're looking to show your affection for your significant other, your best friends, family or coworkers, Valentine's Day is a great opportunity to blast out that love, especially in a year where so many of us — whether in a relationship or not — have struggled with feelings of loneliness and despair.
Raise your hand if you're dealing with way too many bottles of beauty goo on your vanity and in your cabinets. You're definitely not the only one. First of all, it's hard to say goodbye to a partially used product that you spent your money on. Even if you didn't really like it that much or haven't reached for it in months (maybe even years). Also, it's super tempting to buy new goodies, which means you have the dilemma of amassment sans purging. We called in some organizational pros to help you declutter your beauty loot in six straightforward steps.
With the rate of cases of COVID-19 continuing to skyrocket, it is now more important than ever for people to stay home. However, with holiday season upon us, we understand that you might want to do some personal sprucing up for all of those Zoom parties and happy hours that you'll inevitably be invited to.
Giving a gorgeous beauty gift that does all the things a gift should — surprise, delight, and illuminate new possibilities — is tough enough. There are skin goals to consider, flattering shades to pick, scent and experiential aspects to weigh. But when the recipient of that beauty gift is a legit beauty lover, the stakes intensify to an incalculable degree. In these cases, everyday Fenty or Glossier won't do, no matter how killer its Killawatt Highlighter or adored its Boy Brow is. Instead, peak giving only happens when unearthing something so new that's not talked about on Reddit or can't be found at Sephora (yet).
It's impossible to untangle 2021 beauty predictions from the pandemic that dominated 2020. Covid has shaped our year and will continue to do so in the months to come. But it's not all bad. Self-care will be front and center more so than ever before, as will an interest in the teams behind the brands we're investing our money in. As more and more treatments transition from salons and spas to our homes, we'll also be seeing huge jumps in tech. All in all, as we brace for the coronavirus vaccine, there's lots to be excited about in the coming year.
We all want to give our loved ones Maseratis, caviar towers and the ever elusive Playstation 5. While there's no doubt that our cherished family and friends deserve the very best, it's not always financially reasonable to give them that. Before guilt sets in, we're swooping in and highlight some truly awesome finds that will drum up excitement without putting your bank account in the red. Click through our slideshow to find worthy gifts for everyone on your list.
You know that scene in movies (and Instagram stories) in which our hero is presented with an impossible-to-get sports car with a big bow on the hood? Well, the beauty world has its own version of splashy gifts that deliver a wow factor in spades: They're vaults, or gorgeously packaged collections of full-sized lipsticks, skin care, hair tools and more... all from the kind of culty brands that people freak out about (think: YSL Beauty, Nars and Harry Josh Pro Tools).
I'll be the first to tell you — I don't spend much time on TikTok. Since I work in digital media, the second I can get off my devices for the day, I do. So I don't spend much time on Instagram, let alone TikTok.
Does your acne tend to crop up in clusters? It can be kind of alarming, especially if you're used to dealing with one pimple at a time. At any rate, we've got you covered: We spoke to board-certified dermatologist Dr. Dendy Engelman, MD to get the skinny on acne clusters (and how to treat them).
It feels like every article starts with an anecdote about what a dumpster fire of stress this year has been. Which, to be fair, it has. Sadly, all that stress adds up — which can in turn lead to health concerns. You've probably heard that stress can cause things like sleep disorders, TMJ and acne. It can also, unfortunately, cause hair loss.
Look, we're not ones for making light of (or for capitalizing on) a serious situation, but the truth of the matter is, mask chains are actually super convenient... and we're frankly kind of obsessed.
Even if you're one of the few people who doesn't know who Tracy Anderson is, you've certainly felt the effects of her influence in the fitness and wellness space. Not only do the likes of Gwyneth Paltrow, Victoria Beckham and Jennifer Lopez train at her various workout studios, but she's a pioneer in the online training space: Years before any of us were aware of Zoom, Anderson was already giving trainees insider access to her workouts by setting up a camera in her classes and streaming them online. The footage was raw and unedited, something that, at the time, no one was doing. She later added workout breakdowns and complementary videos and interviews (something else that has now become commonplace in the online streaming space).
In need of some major retail therapy? Well, you're in luck, since Amazon Prime Day is nigh (this year, the sale will run from October 13 to 14). So many of our favorite makeup, hair care and skin care products are participating, so it's the perfect time to a) stock up on essentials, b) treat yourself, or c) do a little of both.
Sure, taking care of your skin often requires handing over a bit of cash in exchange for products such as sunscreen, cleansers, and moisturizers. But there are other ways you can improve the health and quality of your dermis... without having to spend a single cent. We asked dermatologists and aestheticians to share some of their best tips.
The Emmys may have been virtual this year, but so many stars still brought their A-game. So, from Reese Witherspoon's classic glam, to Kerry Washington's killer bob, to Zendaya's smoky wings, here are some of our favorite beauty looks from the 2020 Emmys.
"Wash-of-color makeup" is a term that's traditionally been used to connote that effortlessly cool chick at the party who seemed as if she nonchalantly threw on a dash of makeup just for fun (Zoë Kravitz, we're looking at you). But in 2020, low-key looks are more than a vibe for laidback types — it's a lifestyle for pretty much everyone.
If you're suddenly finding yourself in need of a waxing, but you don't want to/don't feel safe going to your regular appointment, you'll have to resort to other methods.
It sounds terrifying because the word "needle" is in the name, but microneedling can be an effective method of skin cell rejuvenation, according to many studies.
