Between work, household chores, and family obligations, we may not have the time to indulge in 12-step beauty routines. But skip the face washing altogether, and Allure warns you may find dry skin becoming more dull, and oily skin getting oilier.
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While there are those of us who are poised and polished enough to pull off more sophisticated nail dressing styles including manicures, shellac, gel nails, nail art, and acrylics, for the low-maintenance (and who still want manicured hands) among us, there is nail buffing.
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Surprisingly enough, whiskey can have some beauty benefits for both your face and your hair — at least as long as you stick to using it on the outside of your body.
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I'm a cheese addict, mainly because cheese is delicious. But five months ago, my dermatologist gave me Feta-crumbling news: I had to cut dairy out of my diet.
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What would you say if we told you there is a plastic sock that's filled with a goopy gel which can take your worn and calloused feet from gross to great? That's the premise of Baby Foot Peel, a chemical peel with natural acids and extracts which can both exfoliate and moisturize your feet.
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Whether you hate it or love it, face toners are making a comeback. Typically the skincare step people seem to skip, it's said to rid your skin of excess oil and dirt and help target skin concerns. But what results can you expect to see when you use a toner every day?
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Not only is a minimalist makeup routine generally more affordable, it's easier and quicker to apply, while always looking chic. However, the key nailing a minimalist look is knowing exactly what products you need.
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From vitamin C serum to antioxidant moisturizer, there are a plethora of skincare products claiming to shield your skin from pollution showing up on the shelves of local drugstores. But how do anti-pollution skincare products actually work?
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While there are plenty of cute short and medium styles, perhaps you've decided you want to try a long hair look. What can you do to encourage your hair to grow faster so it's long enough to put in a ponytail or up in a bun before year's end?
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If you're a big fan of beauty, you're likely to have noticed that microbiome skincare and probiotic-infused products are trending. Even if you haven't, microbiome skincare is worth knowing about. First, though, you need to understand what microbiome is — and why it's so important.
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Any true Instagram addict will likely have been fed ads for collagen supplements at one point. Promising to improve your skin's texture, look, and feel, there are endless brands offering collagen supplements in powder and pill form. But do collagen supplements really do everything they claim to do?
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One of the easiest ways to elevate any look is with a little lipstick, which is why you need to be aware of the best lipstick color for your skin tone. Whether you've got light, medium, or dark skin, and whether you've got warm or cool undertones, we've got the perfect lipstick for you.
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Microneedling is quickly becoming more and more popular with beauty lovers. Claiming to boost collagen and minimize acne scarring, it's a device used by dermatologists that punctures the skin using teeny tiny needles. What is it really all about?
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Similar to spray tan in that it sprays foundation directly onto skin using an air compressor, airbrush makeup can be applied within minutes without the need for a brush, contouring, or blending, and promises a lightweight, flawless finish.
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If you're an active social media user, you would have noticed the rise in people taking about face-plumping products and technology over the past decade. Here's why you should be plumping your skin.
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Thanks to repeated warnings about the impact of UV rays on our skin, most of us have become pretty good at using SPF products to protect ourselves from the sun. But now doctors are now sounding the alarm over air pollutants called particulate matter.
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There are times when you — and your skin — need to shake things up and start something new. The trick is knowing whether you and your skincare routine need just a bit of time away from each other, or whether it might in fact be time to break up with your favorite cleansers, serums, and moisturizers.
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When it comes to your beauty routine, you start to question everything while you're pregnant. Luckily, provided your products don't contain any harmful chemicals, your beauty regime can remain relatively the same. But is it safe to dye your hair while pregnant?
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No one likes doing the laundry. It's hard enough having to wash your bedding and clothes but when it comes to your delicates, it's a whole other story. Between different washing temperatures and wash bags, it's not easy getting in right, especially when they don't even look dirty or stink.
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There's nothing better than getting a fresh manicure whenever you feel like treating yourself. But if you're on a budget and want to invest in some nail polish so you can do your nails at home, it's not easy to know what nail color to invest in, let alone what nail color is best for your skin tone.
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If you haven't already noticed, all hair types work differently. Some hair will get frizzy when it's hot, while other hair will get oily for seemingly no reason at all. A lot of this comes down to hair porosity.
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There nothing worse than waking up with dark circles under your eyes, especially when there is little you can do except use a ton of concealer and hope they stay covered all day so your boss doesn't think you were out clubbing on a school night. Is your phone causing those dark circles?
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With experts labeling deep conditioning as the secret to silky, smooth hair, we want to know everything there is to know about it, starting with how it's different from regular conditioner. Basically, can you use regular conditioner as a deep conditioner?
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The cold weather (and the dry air from indoor heating) also means its a challenging time to keep your hair and body at its best.
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Your phone may be your new worst enemy with new studies revealing some of the harmful effects blue light can have on your skin. What exactly does this mean? And how is blue light really affecting your skin?
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When it comes to makeup, color correctors are a total game-changer. With so many different shades and varieties available, they can solve almost any skin dilemma, from redness to pigmentation, and are not only easy to apply, but affordable too.
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It seems counterintuitive to think that something that we do every day, and which is supposed to be beneficial, could actually be ruining a part of our bodies. We're talking about showers, and how they may be affecting our hair in ways we haven't even thought about.
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