Witch hazel is a botanical extract derived from a plant known as Hamamelis virginiana. You'll often see it recommended for acne-prone skin online, but how accurate are these claims? Is witch hazel actually bad for your skin?
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If you're a regular at the nail salon, you need to drop what you're doing and listen up because this year it's all about dip manicures. Forget acrylic, shellac, and gel, dip nail manicures are about to be all the rage.
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We've all heard of the immune-boosting qualities our favorite citrus-born, antioxidant-rich compound has when taken orally, but vitamin C has a lot to offer when applied to our faces, too. As a skin-care product, vitamin C serum is practically a miracle worker for your face.
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Looking for a list of must-haves because your makeup bag is in need of an overhaul? Or maybe you're a beginner that's confused by the thousands of cosmetic products on the shelves? You'll want to make sure your bag is always stocked with the basics.
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Vitamin E oil has made quite a splash in the beauty industry. While there's a lot of hype surrounding the benefits of using Vitamin E oil, it's mainly praised as being one of the best supplements for beautiful skin. However, there's a very good reason you should be using it on your hair, too.
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Getting bangs is a commitment. And whether it's your first time or fifteenth time, when you hear the final snip it's always slightly anxiety-inducing, which is totally understandable when you accidentally cut your bangs too short. Luckily, there are a few things you can do while you grow them out.
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Every year, old-school makeup trends start making a comeback. If you ever wished that you'd gotten to live during the '60s or '70s, now's your chance.
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There used to be a time when the idea of using an instrument studded with tiny needles on your face could only be considered a form of torture. Today, that instrument would be called a dermaroller, and it would be used in a cosmetic procedure that could help your skin. But does it hurt?
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If your lips are your best feature but you would love to give them a bit of oomph, have we got a treatment for you. "Lip blushing is a form of semi-permanent makeup. Essentially, it is a cosmetic tattoo of the lips that enhances the beauty of the natural lip color..." Christina Son explains.
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While used in moderation, face powder can be relatively safe. Still, if you use it every day, there are downsides to this cosmetic product. Face powder can be drying to skin, since it might absorb a little too much of the skin's natural oil, and it may also lead to clogged pores and acne.
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Shea butter is often found in a range of skincare products for your body, but recently it has started to pop up in skincare for your face. And while it's incredibly moisturizing when you use it on your body, what happens when you use shea butter on your face?
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Lately, laser hair removal has become one of the most popular beauty treatments around. Claiming to stop your hair growth, you can get it done almost anywhere on your body, and as it becomes more and more common, it also appears to be more affordable. Is laser hair removal really permanent?
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There's nothing better than online shopping. Not only do you not have to deal with lines, but everything's searchable and therefore easy to find. But unfortunately, you can't always buy everything online. And when it comes to beauty products, there are certain things you should never buy online.
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Facial steaming has long been loved by beauty editors and skincare aficionados alike. What happens, though, if you use a facial steamer every day?
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When it comes to getting your hair cut, it's easy to play it safe and keep your hair in a style that you know well. If you're looking to shake things up, it's a good idea to identify which hair trends you should stay away from. Here are the three haircuts we think you should avoid in 2020.
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Our hair is one part of our body that we really take for granted, but we definitely agonize over it when we realize we may have done something to damage it. For times like these, herbalists say using tea tree oil could be one way to get your locks back on track.
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If facials are your thing, but you neither have the time (nor budget) to head to your favorite spa on a regular basis, this may be a good time to look into picking up a home-use personal steamer. Do they really work, though, and are they safe to use?
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If you're a fan of the bold brow look, you're likely to have heard of eyebrow tinting and microblading. However, you may not be aware of the differences between the two. Both increasingly popular in recent years, they are the go-to brow treatment for many of the beauty-obsessed.
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While it may seem like kind of a cliché that men can't get enough of a woman with long, flowing locks, it turns out there's actually truth to this.The Daily Mail found that an overwhelming majority — 43 percent — of men they surveyed picked a long, wavy 'do as their favorite women's hairstyle.
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Brows are more important than you think. Known for their ability to frame the face, they deserve your full attention. A good place to start is knowing how often should you wax your brows, and, more importantly, what happens if you wax your eyebrows too often.
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Katy Perry has rocked an undercut for a couple of years now, prompting fans to try the daring look for themselves. If you're considering taking the plunge, here are the three undercut hairstyles you should be asking for in 2020.
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If you thought the only way to curl your hair was with a curling iron or hair wand (yes, there is a difference between the two), think again. From the right cut to the right products, and a few tricky styling techniques, you can achieve those waves without the heat.
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It might sound like a scary proposition that you feel might leave you looking like a cousin to Freddie Krueger, but chemical peels are a trusted cosmetic procedure that dermatologists can use to treat wrinkles, skin discoloration, and scars. What happens during one?
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Going platinum blonde is not a decision to be taken lightly. Not only can it be hard to undo if you end up regretting it, but it can also cause serious damage to your hair, which is one of the reasons why some experts warn to never go platinum blonde in the first place.
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As the popularity of the bold brow trend continues to grow, so too does the demand for eyebrow tinting. But how long can you really expect this treatment to last?
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Argan oil may be a recent addition to our list of beauty must-trys, but it's been around for a while, and good news — the oil is safe to use.
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It could be a 'blink and you miss it' difference: curling irons have a clamp and wands don't, but both have their own strengths and weaknesses.
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