Browsing: Beauty & Self-Care

We never thought we’d say washing our face could be fun, but that’s because we weren’t properly introduced to Yepoda The Bubble Double—until now.

Undereyes have an uncanny—and not always welcome—ability to tell on us. One late night, or early morning, or just too many hours staring at a screen, and suddenly everyone’s asking you if you’re not feeling well.

Some moisturizers just look refreshing—and Earth Harbor Azure Peptide Smoothing Water Cream is one of them. Maybe it’s the cream’s dreamy blue color, or its bouncy, almost jelly-like texture. Either way, every time we open the jar, we want to dive right in.

If you’re a vintage movie buff or watched your grandmother getting ready, you may recall seeing beauty routines that seemed quaint and old-fashioned. Whether it’s taking off makeup with cold cream or using hair rollers for curls and volume, many fads have come and gone over the years. For example, things like the TikTok sunset…

Meet the LBD of lipsticks. The best red lipsticks have a reputation for being high-maintenance, but the right one is as easy to wear as any other color in your makeup bag. And these days, you’ve got options: Some love a high-coverage lipstick—in case you haven’t heard, bold is back—while others want a sheer wash…

Warning: Spoilers ahead. A little necessary background on the film’s plot: Skarsgård’s character is the creation of the local Basketmaker (Peter Dinklage) in a rural medieval town, having been commissioned by the town’s ostracized Fisherwoman (Olivia Colman). She’s decided she’s had enough of the bullying and condescension, which is largely due to her gamey aura…

As of 2024, Dove sells an estimated 60 bars of its Beauty Bar soap per second in the U.S., which some low-lift arithmetic will tell you is almost 1.9 billion ivory ovals per year. With statistics like that, it’s no wonder almost every Allure staffer has distinct memories of the shower staple. (I, for one,…

There are plenty of ways to become a blonde, but if your dream color is hair that looks naturally lightened, you’ll want to ask your colorist for a blonde balayage. The technique has become synonymous with soft, dimensional color and a forgiving grow-out, but “balayage” can mean different things depending on the colorist, the starting…

There’s a reason Dove has earned a permanent spot on our top shelves—and it’s not just the brand’s beloved beauty bar. From creamy body washes to hard-working antiperspirants, the best Dove products keep skin hydrated and fresh from head to toe, which is why so many of its offerings have taken home tons of Best…

There’s something especially satisfying about unwrapping a makeup gift set and realizing you actually want to use everything inside. The best makeup gift sets go beyond tossing a few lipsticks and eyeshadows into a pretty box, bringing together curated products that work just as well together in a routine as they do on their own.…