No matter what the season or how much time is spent outdoors, protecting ourselves from harmful UV rays with one of the best body sunscreens is non-negotiable. Practicing proper sun protection techniques, like head-to-toe SPF protection on a year-round basis, prevents UV-related skin issues in the long run. In case you need a refresher, ditching … Read more
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
Key Ingredients: Water, glycerin, green tea, rosemary leaf extract, rice bran extract, aloe | Finish: Radiant | Available Shades: 15 Best Value: Sephora Collection Best Skin Ever Foundation Sephora Collection Sephora Collection Best Skin Ever Foundation Why It’s Worth It: If dropping over $50 on a bottle of foundation is out of the question, we … Read more
Editor Tip: It doesn’t contain any moisturizers, so it could be irritating for dry and sensitive skin types. Key Ingredients: Benzoyl peroxide | Who It’s For: People with naturally oily skin Best Value: The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Solution The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Solution Why It’s Worth It: Pimple-havers love The Ordinary’s Salicylic Acid 2% … Read more
Editor Tip: Once you figure out if this cleanser is a good match, you can use it every day — once in the morning and once at night. Key Ingredients: LHA, glycolic acid, salicylic acid | Who It’s For: Acne-prone, oily, or combination skin Best Gentle Cleanser: KraveBeauty Matcha Hemp Hydrating Cleanser KraveBeauty Matcha Hemp … Read more
Editor Tip: Since flake-minimizing shampoos tend to have intensive active ingredients in their formulas, we don’t recommend using them daily. Selsun Blue suggests washing your hair with this shampoos twice per week for optimal results. Key Ingredients: Selenium sulfide, menthol | Who It’s For: Anyone who wants an affordable flake-reducing shampoo. Best In-Shower Treatment: Nizoral … 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
Specifically, New Jersey-based board-certified dermatologist Shari Sperling, MD, says alpha and beta hydroxy acids (AHAs and BHAs) are the way to go. “When treating keratosis pilaris, it is important to look for products with lactic, salicylic, or glycolic acid to help smooth skin,” she says. New York City-based board-certified dermatologist David Kim, MD, adds that … Read more
Editor Tip: Since this cleanser has such few ingredients, if you’re wearing particularly stubborn makeup, we recommend pre-cleansing with a gentle micellar water or cleansing balm. Key Ingredients: Water, glycerin | Who It’s For: Sensitive and dry skin | Fragrance-Free: Yes Frequently Asked Questions Why it’s important to wash your face It may be a … Read more
As skin-care lovers, our favorite part of the day is removing every trace of makeup with an indulgent double-cleanse and capping things off with the best night cream we can get our hands on. Our Top Picks: Just as people debate the necessity of eye cream, not everyone’s convinced that you should invest in an … Read more
