Saving Money Juliana LaBiancaJul 06 A sturdy handbag and matching shoes go a long way. A sturdy handbag iStock/paultarasenko As long as you’ve budgeted for it responsibly, a quality handbag is worth the investment. Look for one with a classic design (try a structured top-handle bag for the office and a cross-body bag for the […]
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9 DIY Face Masks to Unclog Pores
Beauty Hana HongJul 05 Enlarged pores? These natural shrinking treatments are toxin-free and can be made with products you probably have in your kitchen right now. Pumpkin papaya facial mask Stefanie Metzger/Shutterstock According to Puristry, an organic skincare products company that shared this recipe, “Since the enzymes in pumpkin and papaya will already be working […]
The Best Foundation for Every Skin Tone
Beauty Katherine LouieJul 05 Monifa CoffeeJul 05 There’s no such thing as one-size-fits-all when it comes to foundation. We can help you find your just-right shade. Best foundation for fair complexions CoverGirl TruBlend Matte Made Foundation is the brand’s most inclusive foundation ever—there are 40 shades to choose from that range from fair porcelain to […]
20 Drugstore Beauty Products Dermatologists Swear By
Beauty Karyn RepinskiNov 10 Get clearer, softer, smoother skin on the cheap with the affordable (most cost under $ 20!) drugstore finds that skin docs love. Klorane Makeup Remover Wipes with Soothing Cornflower Emma Kapotes/Rd.com, Kloraneusa.com These towelettes really refresh, but they don’t strip skin, even when you’re removing long-lasting makeup, Jeannette Graf, MD, assistant […]
31 Secrets the Beauty Industry Doesn’t Want You to Know
A little bit of color can change your whole face. 5-second-Studio/shutterstock If you always choose safe neutral, tan and brown tones for your makeup, that can dull you down. Bright color can make you look healthier and more youthful. Sources: Makeup artists Christina Bartolucci at DuWop Cosmetics, Alejandro Falcon at Osmosis Skincare and Rebecca Perkins […]
9 Reasons Your Skin Hates You
Beauty Teresa DumainJul 31 Who knew toothpaste and washcloths could be so infuriating? You sometimes sunscreen Nicole Fornabaio/Rd.com, iStock/master1305 Always. It should be always sunscreen, as in every time you go outside—rain, shine, cold, crappy, it doesn’t matter. If there’s daylight, there are ultraviolet rays; in fact, even when the clouds are blocking your sun, […]
27 Tricks for Naturally Glowing Skin (No Makeup or Expensive Products Required!)
Moisturize correctly Galovtsik Gabor/Shutterstock Switch moisturizers every time the seasons change.</strong>Your skin needs more moisture in the winter than in the summer. So the same day you bring those sweaters down from the attic for the winter,buy a heavier moisturizer. When you trade in the sweaters for shorts,switch to a lighter one. Select a moisturizer […]
The Best Way to Apply Foundation, According to Your Skin Type or Concern
Beauty Hana HongJun 22 Your foundation application is the literal base of your makeup. Find out the best tools and application techniques to fake flawless skin. Dry skin Rudo film/Shutterstock Because dry skin tends to have an uneven texture, applying foundation or concealer with your fingers may end up emphasizing dry patches or other uneven […]
11 Unusual Ways to Soothe a Sunburn You Won’t Believe Actually Work
Beauty Aubrey AlmanzaMay 01 How far would you be willing to go to ease the pain of a nasty sunburn? By the looks of it, you might end up in a very unorthodox bathtub situation. Soak in milk Sea Wave/Shutterstock “Soaking in milk will have a drawing effect on a burn—it’s due to the pH, […]
The 12 Safest Sunscreens You Can Buy
Health Dawn YanekJun 15 Confused about which chemicals to avoid in your sunscreen? The Environmental Working Group, a consumer safety watchdog organization, just released its comprehensive buying guide. We’ve sorted through the findings to bring you the best sun-smart options that are free of harmful chemicals. The safest sunscreen for the beach Via amazon.com Consistently […]
7 Critical Spots Dermatologists Wish You’d Remember to Apply Sunscreen
Scalp donikz/ShutterstockOf course you know it’s crucial to slather on the SPF. And weirdly, even though the head is a major focal point for the sun, we rarely think to protect our scalps. Which happens to be why after a day at the beach your scalp is likely to feel a little itchy or look […]
6 Facts That Will Convince You to Throw Out Your Old Makeup—STAT!
Becky-Starsmore/shutterstock Take a gander into any woman’s makeup bag, and we can guarantee you’ll discover a cringeworthy hoard of years-old makeup. Whether we bought it because we didn’t know how to say no to the intimidating lady at the makeup desk or because we got a bit too spend-happy with our paychecks, chances are you […]
9 Best Sunscreens for Every Kind of Activity
Running outdoors vanicream via walgreens.com, Olga Skorobogatova/Shutterstock“I always recommend picking sunscreens with mineral active ingredients over a chemical sunscreen, as they are less irritating and offer excellent broad spectrum coverage,” says Samer Jaber, MD, of Washington Square Dermatology in New York City. “My favorite is Vanicream SPF 35 Sport Sunscreen. It has zinc and titanium, […]
How I Straightened My Teeth Without Braces
Courtesy Sadie ReynoldsI was so insecure about my teeth that I had stopped smiling—even in the mirror. The way my canines poked forward made me look like a rodent. When a kid at my school called me a mole rat, I knew I had to make a change. But all my friends were finally getting […]
7 Secrets of Hair Pros to Keep Hair Selfie-Ready
In the A.M. Maridav/ShutterstockThe shinier your hair, the better the shot. Celebrity hairstylist, Johnny Lavoy—Miranda Lambert’s “mane man”—recommends a final cold rinse after washing your hair. “Doing this allows the hair to reflect more light, resulting in shiny hair,” he said. He also recommends drying with an ionic dryer, like the PRO Beauty Tools 1875 Watt […]