Beyoncé’s cowgirl era has sparked a global obsession for all things country western—and that includes nail art. The singer favors the “Texan French,” while Los Angeles-based nail artist Bara Jarjour is feeling a studded cow-print design. Jarjour creates the look using regular polish —milky white for the base and mid-tone brown (OPI nail polish in … Read more
Even the most cynical can agree: Weddings always feel a little magical. Call it love in the air or the massive floral budget, but a shimmery ethereal look feels appropriate for such an enchanted day. And nothing quite says magic and whimsy more than frosted eyeshadow. “This trend works for all weddings because you can … Read more
Settling on the perfect bridesmaid nails for the big day isn’t always easy — but we’re guessing you already know that, given you’ve landed on this article. Maybe you’re a bridesmaid with no idea what design or polish color to wear. Perhaps, you’re a bride helping your closest friends brainstorm. Whatever the case, there are … Read more
The brand and the dermatologists we spoke with recommend using the device for 15 minutes nightly; doing that, the brand claims that you’ll start to see results in 12 weeks. Every night, I would turn on the TV and glide the wand over one half of my face and then the other while catching up … Read more
For her own wedding, nail artist Bari Elizabeth created this look with elements of her gown in mind. “I chose this soft, matte look to complement the white lace of my dress and added the dots,” she says. She encourages brides to go for a solid color with a simple design. Elizabeth is partial to … Read more
When it comes to short, natural hair, it doesn’t get more classic than a high puff. Slick back your curls with some gel, then secure the puff atop your head by using a wide elastic band. If your hair is especially thick and you struggle to slick it back and down, Everett suggests working in … Read more
Be mindful that the two types of human hair should match in texture, color, and length. If you really can’t find hair that matches, Kamara says this would be the time to make an exception and get all weft hair. (Remember, this isn’t ideal, but is better than getting hair bundles that don’t match.) If … Read more
Everybody loves a comeback, which is why Y2K beauty essentials like claw clips, and the best press-on nails are officially in their renaissance period, especially the latter. The early-2000s staple has made a triumphant return to the beauty space, and this time around, there are tons more (and way better) options to choose from. This new generation … Read more
There is another type of dysphoria called post-coital dysphoria, which clinical psychologists categorize as a female functional disorder, where the person experiences negative emotions characterized by crying, sense of melancholy, anxiety, agitation, or aggression after sex. While it is mainly reported in women, there have been some rare cases of men experiencing it as well. … Read more
I can’t count the number of facials I’ve had while living in New York City for 11-plus years. But I can count the number of great facials I’ve gotten since moving here, and one of those is the Triple Crown Facial at Joanna Vargas. The spa, located across from Bryant Park, is eponymously named after … Read more
