Most of us experience our fair share of greasy skin and sweat-induced breakouts in the warmer months. But for those of us whose baseline is that of excess oiliness, you know you can’t necessarily reach for the same moisturizer as your normal-, dry-, and even combination-skin-typed friends. However, being a little too blessed in the … Read more
Editor Tip: It’s gentle enough to use on babies, according to the brand. Key Ingredients: Ceramides, fatty acids, cholesterol | Who It’s For: Anyone with reactive or sensitive skin Best for Sensitive Skin: Iope Stem III Cream Why It’s Worth It: What sets the Ipoe Stem III Cream apart is its proprietary Allanto-liposome, a combination … Read more
Editor Tip: Thanks to its texture, “it has a slightly cooling-on-contact, which makes it perfect for early-morning wake-up calls (or, you know, those days when you have to go to work),” says Allure associate beauty director Sarah Kinonen. Key Ingredients: Kale, hyaluronic acid, green tea | Who It’s For: People with oily or acne-prone skin … Read more
Have you ever looked at someone and wondered what was their secret to healthy, glowing skin? We’ve asked experts to spill the best skin care products (think: top dermatologists, estheticians to the stars, and even celebrities), and now, we’re posing the same question to our editors. Our curated regimens are incredibly personal—aiding us to look … Read more
Also known as tretinoin, retinoic acid is the most bioavailable retinoid. In other words, “Retinoic acid doesn’t need to go through any conversions, so it is readily available and faster-acting” than other retinoids, according to Sheila Farhang, MD, board-certified dermatologist and founder of Avant Dermatology & Aesthetics. And because of that, Dr. Chang says, it’s … Read more
Editor Tip: For an added dose of dark circle-brightening vitamin C for your undereyes, we recommend pairing this serum with BeautyStat’s Universal C Eye Perfector, an Allure Best of Beauty Award winner. Key Ingredients: L-ascorbic acid, green tea extract, squalane, tartaric acid | Who It’s For: Anyone who wants to effectively target hyperpigmentation and discoloration … Read more
Editor Tip: Once you run out, you can simply pop a new $35 cartridge right in. Type: Chemical | Key Ingredients: Niacinamide, kalahari melon, hyaluronic acid | Who It’s For: People with medium to dark skin Frequently Asked Questions Is a moisturizer with SPF as good as wearing sunscreen? The concept behind moisturizers with SPF … Read more
Editor Tip: The tube is small enough to pass TSA requirements, so take it on all of your travels. It’ll also help combat dry airplane air. Key Ingredients: Beta-glucan, Centella asiatica, sodium palmitoyl proline | Fragrance-free: Yes Best Post-Procedure: Alastin Skincare Regenerating Skin Nectar Alastin Skincare Regenerating Skin Nectar Why It’s Worth It: “This is … Read more
As far as skin-care ingredients go, ceramides are heroes for nourishing dry or irritated skin — which is why there’s ample competition for the best ceramide moisturizer. Not only are these products a favorite among dermatologists, but they’re widely available at every price point, from drugstore steals to luxury treatments. Our Top Picks “Ceramides are fatty … Read more
Key Ingredients: Peptides, collagen, hyaluronic acid | Who It’s For: People looking for bounce and a supple texture Best for Acne-Prone Skin: Skinfix Barrier+ Restoring Gel Cream Skinfix Skin Barrier+ Restoring Gel Cream Why It’s Worth It: “For people with oily, acne-prone skin looking for a lightweight moisturizer, Skinfix Barrier+ Restoring Gel Cream is excellent,” … Read more
