• Does Sunscreen Really Expire?

    You've had the same old bottle of sunscreen kicking around in your closet for... well, a few years now. It's okay to use it, right? The answer is: maybe, or maybe not.

    By Monica Beyer June 15th, 2020 Read More
  • The Big Change You'll Soon See In Sephora Stores

    Sephora has become the first company to answer the call of 15 Percent Pledge. They made the announcement to support the movement through Instagram, and then followed that up by outlining concrete measures to provide support for Black-owned businesses.

    By Hope Ngo June 13th, 2020 Read More
  • Here's What You Can Substitute For Eyeliner

    Fortunately, skipping the look of a lined eye isn't a scenario you have to wrestle with if you have other basic items in your cosmetics case. The easiest way to substitute the look of eyeliner is with eyeshadow the same color as your usual eyeliner and an eyeshadow brush.

    By Jorie Mark June 12th, 2020 Read More
  • The Truth About Washing Your Face With Only Soap And Water

    Tiffany Masterson — the founder of a nontoxic skincare line points out — we may also be avoiding soap for the wrong reason. "People run from bar soaps. But they should be running from sensitizers [like fragrance and chemicals] that prematurely age their skin" (via Mind Body Green).

    By Hope Ngo June 12th, 2020 Read More
  • You've Been Using Bobby Pins Wrong Your Whole Life

    Ever had a bobby pin start to slip out of your hair before you'd even finished placing it? Gone to unpin your hair and only found a few of the ones you placed that morning? Well, it's possible you've been using bobby pins wrong all this time.

    By Audrey Michels June 11th, 2020 Read More
  • The Summer 2020 Makeup Trends You'll Definitely Want To Try

    Summertime means summer makeup trends, and this year they're better than ever. While 2019 trends like contouring have been totally ditched, the no-makeup makeup trend is here to stay. Once your skin is prepped, start your no-makeup makeup, then incorporate one of 2020's many summer makeup trends.

    By Phoebe McRae June 10th, 2020 Read More
  • This Is What Happens When You Go To Sleep With Wet Hair

    Generally speaking, water-soaked hair is more susceptible to breakage. "When the hair cuticle is open it can stretch more, so it can stretch in ways that can make the hair break more easily," Carol Cheng, M.D., assistant clinical professor at the David Geffen School of Medicine, told Self.

    By Erica Andrews June 9th, 2020 Read More
  • What Really Causes Clogged Pores?

    Most of us have what we might consider to be an "ignore them or hate them" relationship with our pores. We barely notice them when they look good, but the agony is real when the pores reveal minute black spots and all we want to do is squeeze! Clogged pores are triggered by factors including toxins.

    By Hope Ngo June 6th, 2020 Read More
  • The Truth About The $550 Dyson Airwrap

    The Dyson Airwrap hair styling system is sleek and impressive to look at, but comes with intense sticker shock, costing $550. Can it justify a price tag light years away from the gadget the New York Times identifies as its closest competitor, the Revlon One-Step Hair Dryer and Volumizer?

    By Hope Ngo June 5th, 2020 Read More
  • The Real Reason You're Still Getting Acne As An Adult

    Still getting acne as an adult? Know that you're not alone. As many as 50 percent of women will suffer from acne at some point in their adult lives, and we have to admit, it feels completely unfair. So we looked into the real reason you're still getting acne as an adult.

    By Phoebe McRae June 4th, 2020 Read More
  • The Real Reason You Shouldn't Put Lipstick On Chapped Lips

    What do you do when your lips are chapped, but you still want to add a little eye-catching color to your pout? Apparently, you should not apply lipstick. However, if you still want to try that bold new hue, experts have some advice on how to get rid of those cracked lips.

    By Erica Andrews June 4th, 2020 Read More
  • The Real Reason You're Losing Your Hair In Quarantine

    Oh, the things quarantine does to your body! From stress eating to losing interest in those celebrity quarantine video workouts, you may also get pasty from staying indoors. And now, the ultimate indignity... hair coming out in clumps? Why, why, why? What gives with this sudden hair loss?

    By Maria Scinto June 3rd, 2020 Read More
  • Here's How To Prevent Dry Scalp

    You should always aim to you keep your scalp healthy and moisturized to avoid a dry scalp. And it begins with understanding the reason why your scalp gets dry. While dandruff may seem like the obvious answer, Dr. Iris Rubin told Byrdie that common causes of a dry scalp include seasonality.

    By Phoebe McRae June 3rd, 2020 Read More
  • Does Yogurt Really Help Razor-Burned Skin?

    To avoid it razor burn, your skin should be fully moisturized with a layer to protect it from the blade. And your razor should be replaced every three weeks. But if the deed is done, and you need relief fast, you can reach for the container of yogurt in your fridge and apply it to the affected area.

    By Jennifer Leonard June 2nd, 2020 Read More
  • The Real Reason You Should Be Using Coffee Scrubs

    There's a whole lot more to coffee than its delicious taste and ability to wake you up in the morning. As it turns out, it works wonders for your skin when applied topically, most commonly in the form of a coffee scrub. Find out why experts recommend you add this to your skincare regimen.

    By Phoebe McRae June 2nd, 2020 Read More
  • Why Everyone Is Talking About The New Barbie X GlamGlow Collection

    The beauty world is abuzz with the news that two iconic brands, Barbie and GlamGlow, have teamed up to give us what is undoubtedly an incredible collection. The Barbie x GlamGlow collections just dropped and includes a treatment mask and illuminating moisturizer.

    By Christine Liwag Dixon June 2nd, 2020 Read More
  • Why Glossier's Pledge Of $1 Million Is So Important

    Beauty company Glossier and CEO Emily Weiss don't seem to do anything in a conservative way. So we shouldn't be surprised to see Weiss and Glossier announce that the company would donate $1 million to organizations dedicated to fighting racial injustice, and to black-owned beauty businesses.

    By Hope Ngo June 1st, 2020 Read More
  • Why You Should Be Using A Sourdough Starter Face Mask

    Amid the stay-at-home orders across the U.S., people have found a new love in baking bread -- sourdough, in particular, has been popular. With all the hype around the fermented dough, bored home-dwellers decided to put it on their faces in the name of beauty. The results were surprisingly positive.

    By Naledi Ushe June 1st, 2020 Read More
  • What Every Woman Should Know About Hair Removal Creams

    The possibilities open to us with regards to hair removal (if we want to get rid of our peach fuzz, that is) are endless. You may be deciding between more expensive treatments like laser, and more simple spa treatments like waxing. And then there are hair removal creams — easy enough to use at home.

    By Hope Ngo June 1st, 2020 Read More
  • This Is Bubzbeauty's Secret To A Perfect Nighttime Skincare Routine

    YouTuber and mom influencer Lindsay Tsang has revealed her epic entire nighttime skincare routine. Fans of the beauty maven better known as Bubzbeauty will know that she takes her luminous skin very seriously, so when she uploaded her after dark secrets to Youtube last July, we took notes.

    By Phoebe McRae May 29th, 2020 Read More
  • Here's How Gwen Stefani Gets Her Iconic Blonde Hair

    Gwen Stefani is an icon of the '90s, not just because of her incredible talent but her unique style, and also because of her super-blonde hair. Still relevant and on-trend today, the No Doubt singer has rocked platinum blonde hair for what seems like forever, always returning to it.

    By Phoebe McRae May 29th, 2020 Read More
  • Why You Should Be Using Azelaic Acid On Your Face

    If you have been battling acne for years, months, or even weeks and nothing seems to have worked, it's likely you feel slightly deflated. But if you feel like you've tried everything, there's one product you may not be aware of and we think you should reach for it next. Meet azelaic acid.

    By Phoebe McRae May 28th, 2020 Read More
  • The Secret Acne Cure That's Hiding In Your Shower

    As the weather heats up, something called fungal acne rears its ugly head. And it's actually not acne at all, but a build up of yeast, which happens when you're hot and sweaty. Ready for the good news? You can banish those bumps by simply swapping out your cleanser with something in your shower.

    By Jennifer Leonard May 27th, 2020 Read More
  • You've Been Storing Your Jade Roller Wrong This Whole Time

    If you're a big jade roller fan, but you aren't really seeing the results you had in mind, it may be because you are storing it incorrectly. While it's common to keep your jade roller in your beauty cupboard or put it on display on your vanity, you really should be storing it elsewhere.

    By Phoebe McRae May 27th, 2020 Read More