Even the notion that washing your hair in cold water will make it shinier has gotten the buzzer, because as Eric Pressly, UC Santa Barbara chemist and inventor of Olaplex, who tells Into the Gloss: "Water, itself, can open or close the cuticle through absorption and swelling of the hair.
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Jackie O was a veritable goddess of mid-century style, and most likely the most glamorous FLOTUS the U.S. has ever had. If you want to go beyond styling your hair a la Jackie and emulating her classic clothing style, you can now even adopt her beauty routine from her time in the White House.
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Thanks to quarantine, we aren't going out as much, we're keeping our look casual sans makeup, and the pollution levels have declined so much that the Earth's ozone layer over the Arctic has closed. So if we've done away with makeup and we're not exposed to any pollution, why are we getting zits?
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Just as the idea to smush a load of Nerds into your hair, or highlight it with Sharpies might seem completely nuts (until you're stuck at home and everywhere within walking distance is sold out of hair dye), using Kool-Aid to color your tresses isn't optimal either.
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Dermatologists now recommend you cleanse twice each time you wash your face, rather than once, but they also recommend using two different cleansers to do so —one oil-based cleanser, and one water-based cleanser. It's important to understand the difference between the two.
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Emma Stone is one of the most successful actors of the last decade, and while her personality shines through every interview and red carpet appearance, so too does her iconic red hair. Lucky for us, her long-time hair colorist Tracy Cunningham revealed the secret to getting her luscious red locks.
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Who could forget the '90s? The haircuts, the makeup, the fashion — ah. Back when your biggest concern was remembering to feed your Tamagotchi, you probably rocked one of several iconic looks. But the time has come to embrace those styles again. These are the '90s haircuts everyone is asking for now.
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Makeup artist and YouTube mega-celeb Jeffree Star is no stranger to controversy. It should have come as no surprise, then, when he chose to release a color palette featuring mostly neutral tones and christen it Cremated. The new product has been met with criticism. Here's why.
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If you've been thinking of changing up your hair during quarantine, you are not alone. A lot of people have had the urge to do something, including Hollywood stars. Here are some of the best celebrity hair transformations we've seen during quarantine.
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If you are into taking care of your skin, then you have probably heard of the latest skin care ritual that is taking over the beauty world — double cleansing. Like many skincare trends, the popular cleansing method originated in Korea. And double cleansing is as simple as it sounds.
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If you've ever heard that salmon is good for your skin, you've heard right. Stars like Victoria Beckham swears by it, telling Net-a-Porter that it's her number one beauty secret. "I see a dermatologist in LA, called Dr. Harold Lancer, who is incredible... he sorted my skin out."
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When it comes to beauty, anything YouTuber Michelle Phan says, we do. The beauty expert revealed that she had been foundation free for over two years. "I don't have time for that and I don't think it's healthy for my skin or mentally," she explained. Phan also shared her nightly skincare routine.
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While it's unlikely that even the most gorgeous of today's fresh young faces will ever even approach Marilyn's level of immortality, there is one aspect of her daily beauty routine that anyone can adopt, courtesy of NYC's Makeup Museum. They shared her skincare routine circa 1959 with Refinery 29.
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Whenever there's a new makeup hack that involves something you already own, there's no excuse not to try it. So when we heard that Karlie Kloss always keeps a spoon (yes, a spoon from the kitchen) in her makeup bag, we knew we had to find out more. Here's why you need to keep a spoon in your purse.
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It's practically become a right of passage to give yourself a new hairstyle during quarantine. While celebs and regular folk alike are changing up their do's, there's one hair trend in particular that's taken on a life of its own. Find out what it is and why it's all the rage all of a sudden.
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The '90s brought us space buns, crimped hair, and the use of butterfly clips in excess. But one hair trend from that decade has made a major comeback in 2020. It's been worn by Bella Thorne, Dua Lipa, Debby Ryan and Hilary Duff. Here's which hair trend is back, and how you can pull it off.
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Stress does strange things to our body. When we feel threatened, our nervous system responds by releasing hormones, causing your body to create extra sebum, which then makes its way to the tops of our heads, and ultimately shows itself as a greasy scalp. This is "quarantine scalp."
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Jennifer Garner started to notice her skin had sun damage as she got older. Here's the daily skincare routine she swears by.
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Lady Gaga is known for her massive talent and bold fashion choices. So, it seems like the perfect pairing for her to be releasing new music and makeup at the same time. Here's everything you Little Monsters need to know, from details about the palette's 18 high-impact hues to its release date.
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But there are other uses for coffee and caffeine beyond drinking it, and in recent years many beauty brands have claimed java can be beneficial for your skin. Coffee acts as an exfoliant on skin. But exfoliation isn't the only skin benefit coffee can offer.
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If you think water alone is going to get rid of the buildup of whatever beauty products you use that may be hiding inside your makeup sponge, you've probably been cleaning your makeup sponges wrong your entire life. Read on to discover four effective ways to clean your makeup sponges.
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Anyone who has ever treated themselves to eyelash extensions can relate to the pain of having to go back to the salon to get them removed. If you get eyelash extensions regularly, it's likely you've thought about removing them at home. Most beauticians recommend against DIY removal; it can be done.
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Finding the right shade of foundation for your skin is anything but easy. There are so many variables, and if you're looking for a natural look, you don't want your face to look any darker or lighter than the rest of your body. Here's how you can find your perfect shade, according to experts.
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Have you noticed everyone's desire to try something new while staying safe (and stuck) at home? Everybody's seemingly got a whole new quarantine look -- particularly in the hair department. As to why we're suddenly going hair-crazy, science (well, social science) has an answer for that.
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Some hair salons will be limiting services and adding additional precautions like face shields. Since each regional district faces different regulations, many stylists are still left with some confusing guidelines and conflicting advice. At the center of this confusion is the iconic blowout.
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While everyone's booked solid with video calls, our facial care routines have had to stay on point. Now Instagrammers everywhere are channeling their inner starlets with the new Starface Space Wash. The makers of Hydro-Stars have done it again with this new product.
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What do delicious burritos and makeup have in common? Not much at first glance, but luckily for us E.L.F Cosmetics and Chipotle are teaming up for a collaboration anyway. Here's what you need to know about this must-have limited edition collection.
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