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Can wearing makeup age your skin? Read on for the risks and remedies, according to dermatologists. There’s an age-old debate about premature aging. While makeup is designed to make skin look its brightest and best, is it possible that its very formulation can lead to the appearance of aging skin? As much as we hope […]

Our friends at REN Clean Skincare teach us about the benefits of lactic acid, one of the best exfoliators for sensitive skin. We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again: Regular exfoliation is key to achieve and maintain an even skin tone and healthy glow. That said, dry and sensitive skin types may be […]

Is sex good for your skin? Read up before you go down. When it comes to caring for your skin, there’s a good chance that your first instinct is to apply a series of products (such as vitamin C, niacinamide, and retinol) and drink as much water as possible. And while research has proven that […]

Is it possible that all of your acne-fighting actives are doing more harm than good? See if drying out your pimples is a safe and effective way to clear breakouts. When I first moved to LA, I remember sharing my skincare regimen with my esthetician (and personal skincare guru), Cielo Ruiz. Once I finished, I […]

Incorporating hyaluronic acid foods into your diet can give you a glowing complexion. Jessica Bippen, MS, RD, shares what foods contain hyaluronic acid naturally and additional plant-based foods that can boost your body’s production of the famously hydrating molecule. Hyaluronic acid gets a lot of attention in the beauty industry—and for good reason. When applied […]

Learn how to contour your face with self-tanner, direct from beauty guru Huda Kattan. As beauty lovers, we’re always on the hunt for the latest and greatest trends to make us look and feel our best. Most recently, that’s meant falling down a social media rabbit hole ogling over the tantour technique. What Is Tantouring? […]

Have you ever wondered what face serum you should use? Or even if you should use one, for that matter? If so, consider this your ultimate guide to serums. To understand this powerhouse product and navigate the different types, we reached out to Caroline Robinson, MD, FAAD, a board-certified dermatologist and founder of Tone Dermatology […]

Learn about the wonderful world of Korean skincare with K-beauty maven Charlotte Cho. Double cleansing, snail mucin, sheet masks—oh my! With seemingly endless options formulated with innovation and care, K-beauty remains one of the most popular skincare niches to date. To learn more about K-beauty routines and products, we caught up with Charlotte Cho, co-founder […]

Is it ever advisable to be your own facialist? Even further, should you pop a pimple once it forms? Here’s a professional’s verdict, plus tips for clear skin. These days, many of us have to take self-care matters into our own hands. (Self-care matters that we’d typically leave to a paid professional, that is.) As […]

Supergoop! founder Holly Thaggard shares her quest to revolutionize sunscreen. Sun safety may not be the sexiest topic, but it’s an incredibly important one. Yes, limited amounts of safe sun exposure are healthy to get vitamin D. Conversely, even with all of the well-documented risks of unsafe sun exposure, many people still don’t use adequate […]

Beauty trends come and go. (We see you laminated eyebrows and glitter face masks.) So how can you tell which ones are worth investing in and which ones are a flash in the pan? For example, the trend of refrigerating your skincare products has been making headlines lately, so it makes you wonder: Do you […]

Here are 10 stellar, Black-owned clean beauty businesses to follow, support, and shop. We love each and every one of these founder stories. Many created their product out of necessity when there was a lack of product options for people of color. Others simply followed a passion or curiosity. But all have made the beauty […]