There are new products on the market that are once again aimed at women’s bodies. They’re “vulva balms” with names like VMagic, Revive-A Balm and Comfy Cream, and they’re popping up in the health and beauty space with increasing regularity. But even with the fun packaging and empowering marketing messages, are products to moisturize the … Read more
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As you would in the daytime, look to supercharged serums and treatments as the next step post-cleanse. Penzi’s pick is Sunday Riley’s night oil, powered by a blend of retinoid ester, soothing botanicals, and avocado seed oil to boost skin elasticity and reduce redness. Similarly, the Medik8 treatment combines encapsulated retinaldehyde, hyaluronic acid, vitamin E, … Read more
While not new, the infamous-yet-useful “curl pattern type” chart isn’t without controversy. Coined by Oprah’s personal hairstylist in the ’90s, Andre Walker, his chart is encompassed by four categories (1 to 4) each with subcategories (A to C). Understanding your hair texture and needs isn’t a problem, but grading hair creates a hierarchy, making one … Read more
If you’re not one of those people who has a standing haircut appointment every eight-to-twelve weeks, which is how often most stylists recommend you get a trim, then looking out for split ends is usually a good method to gauge whether you should visit a salon. But that’s not the only factor to consider. Differences … Read more
The spring season can serve as the perfect time to start anew with a new hair color—and spring 2024’s trending hair colors are proving to be some of the most exciting shades yet. “There’s going to be a bunch of fun trending colors this spring,” says Cassondra Kaeding, the Los Angeles-based celebrity colorist who counts … Read more
It was January 2023 when I asked Lauren Santo Domingo to name her favorite beauty products launching at Moda Operandi. Of the ten must-haves she selected, most were expected—Costa Brazil’s body oil; her facialist Iván Pol’s Secret Sauce; Crown Affair’s dry shampoo. But one pick surprised me: the Surratt Noir Lash Tint. I was intrigued … Read more
Tipping the person who cuts your hair may seem obvious enough, but a response to a viral video this week suggests that there’s still confusion about gratuity on beauty services. On Sunday, Justice, a TikToker who uses the handle @antidietpilot, posted about how she decided not to tip on the $350 hair braids she recently … Read more
A new season always calls for a beauty bag refresh. And thankfully, Nordstrom is stocked with some of the best beauty products on sale. The deals are so good, they stopped us in our tracks while perusing the Nordstrom site—with markdowns up to 50% off brands like Dior, La Mer, Estée Lauder, and more. That … Read more
The £4 “hydrating” moisturiser that Joanna Lumley loves reportedly leaves skin “wrinkle-free”. When we think of skincare products that celebrities use, we often imagine expensive brands. But, one cream that’s loved by thousands worldwide, including by Dame Joanna Lumley, is affordable. It’s called the Astral Face and Body Intensive Moisturiser. A 200ml tub costs just … Read more
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One could say your choice of the best face wash can make or break your routine. Because the wash is “meant to remove dirt, oil, sweat, makeup, and other impurities from your face,” as dermatologist Dr. Lauren Penzi puts it, a good cleanse sets the stage for an efficacious skin care routine to follow. Ahead, … Read more
