“The latest pressed and setting powders are a big step up from the ones we used to know,” assures Krupa Koestline, a cosmetic chemist and chief cosmetic officer at KKT Labs, adding that brands like Rare Beauty “really nailed it” on their formulas. “These powders are super fine and blend into the skin beautifully, so … Read more
Parabens, meanwhile, are still used in cosmetics; notably, they’re considered safe by governing organizations worldwide—including in Europe, which is usually held up as the standard bearer for “clean” beauty. But skepticism around parabens’ potential as an endocrine disruptor abounds, which is why Dobos has seen a shift firsthand. “I believe the overall rate of paraben … Read more
So far in 2024, bows and claw clips and headscarves have crowned our updos. And though we’re not shoving them to the backs of our drawers just yet, currently, it’s all about THE cuff. And there is one golden (and silver) accessory that is shining extra brightly in the spotlight on our TikTok For You … Read more
Beyonce and Sabrina Carpenter and Ayo Edebiri and Billie Eilish and Hailey Bieber all have at least two things in common: 1) They are famous. And 2) They can pull off a headscarf better than most. I’ll let the recent photos floating around the World Wide Web speak for themselves. Pause there, then rewind to … Read more
A few years ago, it felt like CBD was everywhere: in bath soaks, topical creams, mint-flavored oils, gummies, even lube and skin care. Your coworkers were talking about it. Your parents were using it. Sephora was selling it. If you thought we were done with all things CBD beauty and skin care, it may be … Read more
In otherwise healthy people, Dr. Cheesman says cortisol levels are “usually under tight control by an organ in your brain called the pituitary gland,” which sends a signal to your adrenal glands when you experience any type of stress or when you wake up in the morning. It’s possible for cortisol to be too high … Read more
Should you be worried about lead and other toxic metals in your tampons? That’s the question on everyone’s mind this week following the release of a new study that has users of the hygiene product on edge. The study, published in the August edition of the journal Environment International, found that “several toxic metals, including … Read more
People started focusing on skin care more and makeup less, making this sudden societal hesitance toward concealer inevitable. They’ve been going hard on the eye cream and gua sha, and now they want to show off the fruits of their efforts, which they can do thanks to a heightened skill set. As Medhin says, “natural … Read more
When consumed orally—in a dose of as little as one-half tablespoon—castor oil can be effective for constipation. “It is usually taken during the day because, once swallowed, it works quickly,” explains Dr. Cryer. “It is generally safe for short-term use. In adults over 60, castor oil, if used for a long time, can make bowel … Read more
If you’ve never heard of PRID, you’re not alone. I’ve been a beauty editor for half of my life, and despite writing countless skin-health articles and skin-care product roundups, I’d never heard of it until TikTok started talking about it on a viral level—specifically as an acne spot treatment. Tons of users on the clock … Read more
