As a teenage debutante in Richmond, Tinsley Mortimer says she has been experimenting with makeup and skincare from a very young age. While her signature southern charm can be traced back to her Virgina upbringing, most of us didn't get to know her until the early aughts when she became a veritable it girl on the New York social scene, culminating with her own CW reality show High Society. Fast forward a few years and she joined the cast of Real Housewives of New York only to leave three years later, in 2020, after her engagement to Chicago-based CouponCabin CEO Scott Klut.
For the longest time the collective beauty community has been a bit fixated on tending to the skin on our faces. There are enough vitamin C serums to last a lifetime, way too many creams to count, and scrubs, peels, and cleansers galore.
Let's be real. Taking those five minutes morning, noon, and night to brush and floss your teeth isn't exactly the most exciting part of the day. In fact, it's pretty dang monotonous and there's great temptation to cut corners. That said, oral hygiene is super important — and not just because it keeps cavities, stinky breath, and infections away. Your oral health is actually tied to your greater well-being and, more specifically, your heart health.
For years now, moving to a more eco-friendly, sustainable manufacturing model has been gaining momentum. It's been a bit slower going than what many might like, but the shift is definitely happening. In addition to new brands dedicated to producing cleaner products, tried-and-true brands are switching gears, too. In fact, you might have even noticed that some of your favorite beauty products are getting the eco revamp. We've rounded up some of them here, along with a couple of brands that have long been clean but are going into overtime to do innovative stuff in the clean space.
There is no shortage of stellar new beauty brands competing for our attention. While testing through them can be part of the journey, sometimes we don't have the energy, time or funds to waste on lackluster lines. So, we've asked beauty experts for their picks of the under-the-radar hair, wellness and skin care brands that are totally worth a spot on your shelf.
At this point you'd be hard pressed to find someone who hasn't heard of Botox's ability to fight fine lines and wrinkles. "It's one of the number one treatments I do at my practice," says Dr. Dennis Gross, MD, a dermatologist and dermatological surgeon. "There's no golden age to start Botox — every person ages differently due to genetics and lifestyle choices and there's no age where you're too old for Botox. That being said, Botox is only FDA-approved and available for patients 18 and older." It's also worth underlining that Botox is not safe for people who are pregnant, breastfeeding and, those with a neurological disease, need clearance from their neurologist.
It's safe to say we're all about ready to bid adieu to 2020 and lean into the hope-filled prospects of a new year. For many, that also means making new resolutions that prioritize self-care, which includes our mental and physical health.
Cannabidiol, or CBD, is the second most prevalent active ingredient in the cannabis plant. A survey of the different categories of skin care, hair care and wellness shows it has quickly become one of the most prevalent active ingredients in beauty, too. The holy grail ingredient is included in serums, moisturizers, cleansers, tinctures, eye creams, hair oils, masks and so much more to calm inflammation, relieve itching and address acne — benefits all backed by research.
We all want to encourage our loved ones to indulge in a bit of self-care whether that means facilitating a workout, pampering their skin with clean beauty, loading their plate with healthy foods or ensuring they get good, quality sleep. If 2020 has taught us anything it's that health is wealth, so no matter your budget we've rounded up a variety of unique, health-minded holiday finds to delight anyone on your list .
If you don't know her from her countless appearances in Sports Illustrated, including most recently on the cover of their 2020 Swimsuit issue, you might know model Kate Bock from her popular Instagram page, from her many appearances in Megan Roup's stories, or from her photographs in the likes of Maxim, Elle or her work with Victoria's Secret.
Looking for a little gifting inspiration? We've got you covered. As beauty aficionados, we're highlighting some of our favorite products for head-to-toe beauty, whether that means a luxe body scrub, a frizz-soothing hair set, or even a beauty supplement or two! Keep reading to shop our picks.
We're always here for some top-notch body products! From budget-friendly moisturizing body washes, to seriously luxe perfumes, the 2020 TotalBeauty Awards have got it all. Who knows? Maybe you're about to meet your new HG aluminum-free deodorant or a new favorite hand cream!
In an overwhelming sea of new beauty launches, sometimes it just feels right to lean on the tried-and-true products out there. The toners that have delivered glorious-looking skin for the masses, the micellar waters that actually work, and the liquid eyeliners that won't betray your hard work...and when you find out you can add them all to your cart on Amazon, it only sweetens the pot. We've rounded up eight of our favorite cult-favorite beauty finds — so go ahead and load up your virtual cart.
Let's be real: Beauty products can be seriously bad for the environment. From oft-wasteful packaging to the inclusion of microbeads, some products and brands leave a lot to be desired.
You probably know Shawn Johnson East as an awe-inspiring, Olympic gold-winning gymnast, but the petite superstar has branched out well beyond her back-flipping pedigree. And we're not just talking about Instagram, where she has 2.7 million followers: The former champion is now an author, a YouTuber with over 1.1 million subscribers, a Nike trainer, and a podcaster. And, as a new mom, she has also been an outspoken advocate speaking out against the stigmas associated with things like miscarriages and bottlefeeding.
Most hair salons and skin care businesses are open again — with COVID-19 safety precautions in place, of course. But for some of us, the outside world is still a little too scary to be getting all close up and personal with an esthetician. Luckily for us all, there are fantastic at-home professional quality beauty and skin care treatments you can try out on your own. Check out these skin and hair DIY products!
We're sure that everyone reading this has already been sucked into the trap that is Target. You know how it goes: You go in to pick up paper towels and a carton of eggs... and then somehow you end up with a whole new skin care routine. Which, to be fair, is kind of why we're obsessed in the first place: the Target beauty aisle is the ultimate mashup of well-loved drugstore brands, cool indie companies and even a few luxury options.
Having a good nourishing hand cream is basically as essential as having a makeup remover that actually takes everything off (ie; actually works). And having that prized hand cream on, er, hand for cold weather (and constant hand washing) is KEY.
Chilly weather has its perks, but flaky, dry skin is definitely not one of them. Come fall and winter, humidity subsides, wind picks up, and indoor heating makes for a super dry environment. To help you stand strong in the face of ultra dry skin, we're showcasing 10 of the most nourishing, moisturizing ingredients you can incorporate into your skin care routine — and throwing in a product recommendation for each.
