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We’ve all been asked the quintessential beauty-lover question: “What’s the one makeup product you won’t leave the house without applying?” I run everyday errands with nothing but sunscreen on my face, but for anything more involved than a trip to Target, you can pry my black mascara out of my cold, dead right hand (there’s … Read more
Not sure where to start, go for blood—on your nails that is. “When it comes to my most highly requested design for Halloween, it’s definitely blood drips,” says California-based nail artist Laysa Cazares. Metta Francis, aka Nailsbymets, a London-based artist, agrees and likes to switch it up with fun designs ranging from ghosts, graveyard scenes … Read more
TikTok content This content can also be viewed on the site it originates from. “In the current age of filler and Botox, it’s important to highlight that aging shouldn’t be something deemed ‘ugly’ or ‘undesirable,’” shares London-based TikTok creator Philosofay, who has participated in the trend. “I recognize as a beauty creator I play a … Read more
Are celebrities just like us? Are they nothing like us? It’s a debate for the ages, but if you ask me, it’s a little from column A, a little from column B. Nothing makes that equipoise more apparent than when a famous person shows us what they’re carrying in their (more expensive than mine) bag. … Read more
Key ingredients: coconut oil, baobab extract | Finish: matte | Shades: 9 Frequently Asked Questions What’s the difference between a lipstick and a lip crayon? Lipsticks and lip crayons can vary in formulation, color payoff, and finish, but according to Los Angeles-based cosmetic chemist Amanda Lam, conventional lipstick bullets are firmer to support themselves in … Read more
There was a time—pretty much the early 2010s—when Lady Gaga wearing a fantastical hair color and avant-garde makeup meant it was just a day of the week ending in Y. Although she never ceased to surprise with her creative looks, idiosyncratic beauty is what we came to expect from the superstar. She’s spent much of … Read more
When Westman Atelier announces a new drop, we all listen. But when Gucci Westman shares exactly how to use the product in question, that’s when you really want to pay attention. My note-taking pencil at the ready, I reached out to the acclaimed makeup artist’s team to understand more about the Westman Atelier concealer that … Read more
Aging is a privilege, and it comes with some responsibilities — and if you’re concerned with the health of your skin, adjusting your skin care routine is one of them. You may see some loss of volume, or more noticeable lines and wrinkles and drier skin. If you’re wondering what you can do to support … Read more
If you’re looking for the most interesting, fun makeup throughout Fashion Month, you’re missing some of the creative cosmetic artistry if you’re looking only at the model’s faces. While we’re loving (and getting lots of inspiration) from the various runway shows and presentations, we’ve seen so far—New York and London Fashion Weeks are over and … Read more
As someone who reaches for floral, citrus, or fresh, green fragrances—basically, anything that’s the opposite of warm scents like vanilla—Allure’s senior beauty editor Paige Stables didn’t expect Ellis Brooklyn Vanilla Milk to pique her senses. But at first spritz, she says, the namesake blend of vanilla and milk (plus musk and peony rose) dried down … Read more
