If you're one of the many women who think eye creams are just another way for the cosmetic industry to get you to buy more skin care products, dermatologist Kenneth Beer, MD, PA, says you should reconsider. The skin around your eye is the thinnest layer of skin on your entire body, and therefore the most sensitive, he says. So using a cream made specifically for your eyes is crucial, especially as you age.
Getting your eight hours of beauty sleep is great, but what if we told you there's a way you can do even better? What if we told you there's one simple step before you crawl under the covers that can give you the complexion of your dreams?
We love a rich, moisturizing body scrub. Unfortunately, exfoliating in the shower can take circus-like stability to avoid slipping on the layer of oil that many body scrubs leave all over the tub. That's why an excellent scrub must have great balance, too: the right ratio of skin-sloughing properties to moisturizing elements, and an amazing fragrance that is energizing, yet relaxing enough to make you feel like you've stepped into a luxury spa. Sound like a tall order? That's why only 17 body scrubs made the cut. Click through to see which reader-reviewed products stand up to the challenge.
Wouldn't it be nice if all the secrets to younger-looking skin were hidden in lotions, potions and OTC creams? The good news is that the best skin tightening creams can help prevent saggy skin, but you have to do your part, as well. In order to reap the benefits of the best skin tightening creams and other game-changing products, you have to make sure to have a well-rounded routine involving UV protection, healthy eating and adequate sleep.
We know glowing, radiant skin is the result of a good skincare routine, and one of the first steps you should take in your routine is addressing how to even out your skin tone. These reader-approved skin lightening creams and skin brightening products do just that, giving you smoother, brighter skin and lessening dark spots caused by sun damage and scarring. (There are also a few skin lightening creams that just don't live up to their name.)
We tend to stick to the same three skin care basics: cleanser, moisturizer and sun protection (if we remember). Sure, a lot of women do the occasional face mask or splurge on a facial, but there is one super important step many tend to forgo too often: exfoliating.
Step away from your electronic facial cleansing brush — there's a new kid on the block. Allow us to introduce you to konjac sponges. If they sound familiar, that's because they're not technically a new innovation. They are, however, picking up major traction in the beauty world — and for good reason. Unlike electronic facial cleansing brushes or abrasive physical exfoliating particles in face washes, scrubs and masks, konjac sponges are known for being gentle enough for even the most sensitive skin. Intrigued? Keep reading.
Just like we switch up our wardrobe for spring, swapping chunky sweaters and heavy boots for airy sundresses and light sandals, we should do the very same with our skin care. The weather changes bring about different requirements for our regimen, as the hydration and oil content of skin fluctuates. "If the air is dry in the winter. for instance, your skin is moister than the air, so the water evaporates more from your skin into the air," explains Lily Talakoub, MD, dermatologist at McLean Dermatology and Skincare Center. "In the summer, however, the humidity is greater outside than on your skin surface, so more water stays on your skin."
As we age, our skin (sadly) begins to show it. But who says added life experience needs to equate to less-than-radiant skin? If you're feeling a bit down about your less-than-supple complexion, it's time to add a collagen cream to your collection.
For thousands of years, people have used the natural resources around them to heal, soothe and beautify themselves. Ancient Egyptians — including Cleopatra herself — would use handmade rose water, colorful clay and donkey milk in their beauty rituals, and Chinese empresses from the seventh century AD would combine egg whites and vermillion into an eggshell and paint it on their faces.
We get it: There is something deeply, primally satisfying about using a facial scrub. The catch is, they're just not good for us. Some are terrible for the environment and many more are harsh on your skin, irritating and tearing it on a microscopic level.
Whether your skin care routine is as simple as can be or consists of a complicated 12-step process, there's likely one non-negotiable: moisturizer. Not only does dry skin look less than pretty, it also doesn't feel good, making the right face cream a universal essential. And while it's meant to moisturize, why not choose a product that's going to give you even more bang for your buck? Happily, the latest crop of creams feature all kinds of innovative ingredients, technologies and formulas to go above and beyond their intended call of duty. Here, nine of the coolest new multi-tasking moisturizers out there.
We're here for the latest and greatest in skin care trends — and trust us, there are lot of cool ones popping right now. Jade rollers, at-home microneedling tools, topical fillers and now, cica cream. Cica what, you ask? Cica cream is a wonder product that soothes seriously irritated skin (which, let's be real, we all experience from time to time). It might sound like moisturizer to you, but it turns out cica cream is so much more than that. We've got the scoop on what makes cica cream stand out, how to use it and where to find it.
There's a reason sheet masks are having a moment. Not only are they loaded with powerful ingredients that target virtually any skin care concern, but the paper-thin sheets make clean-up a breeze. They're great for travel and seriously work.
When you read this headline, you might have considered scrolling on, in search of another, more seasonably relatable piece. Good thing you didn't! Did you know that your skin needs SPF all year long, regardless of how sunny it looks outside? Lower your eyebrows and pick your jaw up off the ground, because now you do.
There's nothing better than a splash of cold water on your face in the morning, or washing away the day's grime with your favorite skin care products. But sometimes life happens; you're on the go and it's just not possible to do the whole soap-and-water routine. In this scenario, your best and easiest skin care option is to use a face wipe.
An at-home peel can uncover brighter, more youthful skin without a trip to the spa or doc. Peels are intended to remove the outermost layer of dead skin cells, giving the face a smoother, more radiant appearance. When used correctly, they can minimize pores and even diminish the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.
Who doesn't love the feeling of taking a hot bath and melting all of the day's stress away? Some readers (especially working women or new mothers) might say there is simply no time in the day to take more than a 10-minute bath. For all of you busy ladies out there, this might be because you have never tried using a bath product before.
The last thing you want to hear in your head after slathering on a self-tanner is that Oompa-Loompa song. We've all been duped by too-orange self-tanners, no? Nothing's worse than trying to do the right thing by avoiding the sun and arduously applying a tanning lotion, cream, foam, gel or spray to your body, only to wind up with dark elbows and streaky legs.
