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
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
Editor Tip: This classic, universal red shade is so popular amongst MAC shoppers that it’s also available in a liquid lipstick format as well. Key Ingredients: Cocoa butter, shea butter, coconut oil | Finish: Matte | Available Red Shades: Nine Best Poppy Red Lipstick: Uoma Beauty Badass Icon Matte Lipstick in Sade Uoma Beauty Uoma Beauty Badass Icon Matte Lipstick … Read more
Key Ingredients: Blue agave nectar, | Who It’s For: All curl patterns and thicknesses Best for Tight Curl Patterns: SheaMoisture Coconut & Hibiscus Curling Gel Soufflé SheaMoisture SheaMoisture Coconut & Hibiscus Curling Gel Soufflé Why It’s Worth It: Besides the amazing smell, SheaMoisture’s Coconut & Hibiscus Gel Soufflé is free of things like silicone that … Read more
“One of my old roommates introduced me (and our apartment) to bath stones and, despite reverting to a cotton bath mat (for now!), I appreciated just how quick-drying — we’re talking “your footprints will disappear in seconds fast — these suckers are,” Han says. Material: Diatomaceous earth, recycled paper | Available Shades: 2 | Size … Read more
Why It’s Worth It: From the same brand that brings us Best of Beauty-winning hot tools comes the 44 Iron Guard Thermal Protection Spray, which is made to reduce hair damage. Chi’s formula features strengthening wheat protein and hydrolyzed silk to give hair a smooth and shiny finish. The spray is a favorite of Palisades … 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
Key Ingredients: Sugar, coconut oil, guarana | Who It’s For: People who want to show some skin Best Bar: Soft Services Buffing Bar Soft Services Buffing Bar Why It’s Worth It: The Soft Services Buffing Bar tackles body bumps and brings tough ingrown hairs to the surface using microfine crystals. A Best of Beauty 2022 winner, this bar is … Read more
Editor Tip: This serum also has a lovely tropics-inspired scent, featuring notes of coconut water, honeydew, cantaloupe, and orange Key Ingredients: Guar bean paste | Who It’s For: Curly hair The Multitasker: Matrix Total Results Miracle Creator Multi-Benefit Treatment Spray Matrix Total Results Miracle Creator Multi-Benefit Treatment Spray Why It’s Worth It: Cleveland is super … Read more
