Illustration by Briana Rengifo; Photos: Getty ImagesSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story Move over, curtain bangs—there's a new celebrity-loved fringe trend in town. Well, OK, that might be a bit of hairstyle hyperbole. It's not actually new, but after several years of long, coquettish curtain-esque fringe à la Sabrina Carpenter dominating the convo, we've…
Collage: Jemeria Davison; Source images: Courtesy of brandsSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story While sweating and body odor are completely normal, the best deodorants and antiperspirants can keep you smelling fresh and staying dry—whether you’re navigating the morning subway rush or powering through a hot Pilates class. First, a quick (ahem) refresher: Antiperspirants and…
Save StorySave this storySave StorySave this story Three women sit in front of me, each one occupying a salon chair in a tiny room with a single shampoo bowl, and one window that faces a bare, enclosed courtyard with yellowing grass. They’re smiling, chatting, and eating pizza as they wait for their hair to set…
$13 at AmazonSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story TL;DR: What it is: A K-beauty lip stain that goes on gold and transforms into the prettiest rosy pink What it does: Hydrates lips while leaving behind long-lasting color Who it’s for: Anyone who wants their lip stain to be as fun to apply as it…
Collage: Allure; source images: So.Shell, MVKSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story These days, your choice of treatments at the nail salon extends beyond the traditional polish versus gel, French tips versus seasonally-inspired nail art. We now have newer nail systems, like BIAB (or Builder in a Bottle), special effects like cat-eye polish, and more…
Photo: Bela Borsodi / Trunk ArchiveSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story Men’s asses are having a moment. Sure, all those steamy nude scenes in Heated Rivalry certainly played a role, but it can also be traced back to the rise of the manosphere, which has allowed red pill language to successfully and unfortunately integrate…
Collage: Jemeria Davison; Source images: Courtesy of brandsSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story Here’s the truth: Regular exfoliation is a non-negotiable if you want smoother, brighter skin—and the best exfoliating pads make it almost too easy to check off your list. Once known for being harsh and stingy, today’s exfoliators are far gentler, coupling…
Collage: Jemeria Davison; Source images: Courtesy of brandsSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story No knock to the flatiron you've been loyal to since 10th grade, but the best hair-straightening brushes—styling tools that combine a flatiron and hairbrush—are changing the game. More intuitive than a traditional straightener (which clamps your hair between two heated plates),…
Collage: Jemeria Davison; Source images: Courtesy of brandsSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story I first tried the iconic Crème de la Mer when I was a 22-year-old beauty intern, blessed with the sort of nearly perfect skin that is, frankly, wasted on 22-year-olds. Its proprietary Miracle Broth—a blend of fermented sea kelp, minerals, and…
$38 at UltaSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story TL;DR: What it is: A multitasking serum that smooths and brightens with every application What it does: Gives skin an instant glow while targeting dullness and uneven tone over time Who it’s for: Anyone who wants brighter-looking skin now and later We’ll admit it: we’ve tested…