When dry skin goes from uncomfortable to painful, it's important to give it more than just the usual TLC. It's a sign you're dealing with a compromised skin barrier and the issue can become compounding if you don't nip it quickly.
Washing your hands frequently is one of the best ways to keep germs away. (Using hand sanitizer is a must as well, of course.) That's especially important now as the pandemic persists and we move into flu season. But soap can do a number on your delicate hands leading to dry, irritated skin.
We can all agree that chapped lips are the worst. Once they become dry and flaky, it feels like an ongoing, uphill battle trying to get them back to their supple state. Add things like cold and blustery weather and ultra dry indoor heating and your efforts are practically futile.
We all know chocolate tastes delicious. But did you realize it also has some serious skin benefits when applied topically? Yep, it's true. Cocoa is full of polyphenols, a type of antioxidant that shields skin against UV damage, as well as other compounds that help maintain overall skin health, soothe irritation and even heal acne.
Most of us are familiar with spray-on sunscreens. But few have tried (or even heard of) spray-on body lotions. Spray-on body lotions just hit different, especially with the end-of-summer heat and humidity.
One of the best parts of fall is getting to enjoy all the delicious, healthy seasonal produce. Think pumpkins, apples, beets, kale, spinach and broccoli. These ingredients aren't just nutritious, though. It turns out they have plenty of skin benefits. So why not add some (farm) freshness to your beauty routine?
When it comes to our skin care routines, we often look for what we can add rather than subtract. Which can lead to numerous sheet mask sessions or applying essences several times a day. But it can actually be beneficial to strip down our routines.
There are many skin care products designed to be gentle and effective. As great as they are, some of us like to feel our skin care products working. Whether that involves bubbling, cooling, tingling or heating up. Basically, anything that stimulates the senses and our skin.
You probably thought you'd be able to leave breakouts behind after entering adulthood. But adult acne is all too real. And as masking continues to be a mainstay of modern life, many of us are dealing with frustrating maskne.
When we talk about oils in skin care products, two things happen. First, we tend to focus on big-name oils like coconut, jojoba and olive. Second, a lot of people simply turn their head the second they hear the word oil because they assume it isn't ideal for their skin type. (This is especially true for those with oily, acne-prone or sensitive complexions who've had bad reactions to heavier oils.)
You wouldn't leave home these days without hand sanitizer in your bag. It's a must-have product to keep germs and sickness at bay. You don't have to settle for versions that dry out your skin and come in bland packaging, though. Plenty of brands now offer moisturizing formulas housed in chic containers worthy of a spot on your vanity.
It's summer and you're hot. You're looking for anything and everything to help keep you cool. An Evian spray bottle, a portable fan, hovering over your air conditioner...all viable options, but we have something better. There are actually beauty solutions that can keep you comfortably cool while boosting your skin.
From gold-infused body oil to luminizing drops to universally flattering gilded eyeshadows, summer is all about maximizing your glow. Thankfully, it's never been easier to shine all season long. To help you shimmer from head to toe like the goddess you are, we're showcasing seven luxurious glowing beauty products.
If you have sensitive skin, you likely approach new products and treatments with caution. Even if you really, really want to try them. Dermaplaning is probably one of those buzzy treatments you've been meaning to try. But you may be wondering how your skin will react to having a blade remove layers of skin.
Summer skin care articles are a dime a dozen right now. In them you'll find a bounty of terms that you probably know along with many you don't quite understand. To help break down the jargon, we're defining common sun care terms. Keep reading to discover the difference between UVA and UVB rays, the definition of photosensitivity and much, much more.
I've been using Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare's DRx SpectraLite FaceWare Pro, $435, a three-minute LED device for the face, for over a month. Now I'm convinced that LED therapy devices work. It has a setting for wrinkles, one for blemishes and a combination setting. I use the third option almost daily and could tell after about a week that it cleared up lingering blemishes and redness.
Men may not always be proactive about it, but they don't like redness, acne or blackheads any more than women do. While it's tempting to slather some of your moisturizer on your guy's face, that isn't always a good idea.
Stability is a very good thing. Especially when it comes to vitamin C. We've all heard about how vitamin C is an effective yet temperamental ingredient because it degrades very easily. Which is why you need stabilized vitamin C in your skin care routine.
We often think of acne as something that affects the delicate skin on our faces. But it can occur anywhere we have oil glands. The higher the concentration of glands, the more prone to acne the area is. That's why our faces are notorious for breakouts, followed by our chests and backs.
Any dermatologist will tell you there's nothing more important for your skin than putting on sunscreen every day. But many people still fail to do so. Common excuses include unpleasant texture, streaks and dulling of the skin.
