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5 Easy Summer Beauty Looks To Try, Straight From The Runway

Whenever I have a little bit of downtime, I find myself aimlessly scrolling through my camera roll, all the way up to February. Not just because my birthday was on the 16th of that month... but because I actually sort of miss fashion month. I miss…
By Khalea Underwood

Editors' Picks

We Put Essie & OPI To The Test — Here's Which Brand Lasts Longer

A couple weeks ago, Lauren Caruso, Site Director of, well, this very site, blended her background in beauty with her interest in investigative journalism and embarked on an experiment for the ages: a two-tone manicure designed to reveal the real…
By Jessica L. Yarbrough

The Skincare Ingredient That Cleopatra Swore By Is Trending Now

Frankincense, quite literally, is a skincare ingredient of mythical proportions. The substance has been a ceremonial staple in Ayurveda, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and spiritual communities for centuries; it’s cited in the Bible as one of three…
By Jessica L. Yarbrough

The CBD Remedy That No One Is Talking About

You probably know CBD as a supposed miracle cure for anxiety, or aching muscles, or even acne-prone skin — but here’s a hot tip: CBD for burns is a secret no one knows about. Yet. After checking in with doctors and cannabidiol experts alike, I feel…
By Jessica L. Yarbrough

How To Do Summer Beauty Like A California Girl

As someone who spent the first 20 years of her life on the East Coast and the past nine on the West, I can confidently say that where you live totally affects your personal style. Living in California convinced me to give up the winged liner and red…
By Jessica L. Yarbrough

Consider These Facts Before Trying Powder Dip Nails

While skincare and makeup are probably the first categories that come to mind when you think “clean beauty,” a third group is also on the rise: nail care. The search for non-toxic nail polish has led many to trade acrylics and gels for powder dip…
By Jessica L. Yarbrough

Chiara Ferragni’s First Makeup Collaboration Just Dropped & Yes, You Need Everything

It’s been 10 years since Chiara Ferragni founded her blog, The Blonde Salad. In what feels like both ages and no time at all, the fashion influencer has developed her blog into a full-blown brand — complete with its own fashion line. Additionally,…
By Dale Arden Chong

R+Co Just Released 4 New Products That'll Simplify Your Curly Hair Routine

Having curly hair is a full-time commitment. You can tell how much work can go into it just by looking at the sheer number of curly hair products on the market: There's the leave-in treatments, the masks, the shampoos for different days of the week…
By Madge Maril

The Best Foundations For Medium Skin Tones Include A $12 Drugstore Staple

As much as I hate to admit it, I use a foundation at least five times a week. Thanks to impossible-to-get-rid-of acne scars, and my uneven postpartum skin, foundation is my hero beauty product. Finding the best foundation for my medium skin tone…
By Taylor Lane

Smith & Cult Is Having A Sale & You Should Stock Up On These Pretty Nail Polish Shades ASAP

A new season means it's time to clear your shelves for a slew of new beauty products — or at the very least, stock up on your go-to's that may be running low so you can start the season fresh. You'll need a good foundation that gives you radiant…
By Zoe Ward

The Summer Eyeshadow Products That Make People Think I Made An Effort

For someone who loves watching countless hours of makeup tutorials on YouTube, reading product reviews like a novel, and stalking the new arrivals page on Sephora, I also value an easy, under-five-minute makeup look. Sure, some mornings I wake up…
By Kelsey Stewart

You’ll Want Every Piece From This Colorful (& Very Shiny) New Collection Tarte Just Dropped

A big anniversary calls for an even bigger celebration. At least, that's what the beauty brand seemed to have in mind when Tarte's new Unleashed collection dropped. On June 12, Tarte celebrated 19 years of cruelty-free makeup by unveiling three…
By Madge Maril

Here’s Where To Buy All 3 Stunning New Shades Of NARS’ Oil-Infused Lip Tint

This season, high-shine, super-juicy looking lips are definitely in. You know what's not? Formulas that are so sticky, the second a summer breeze picks up you're suddenly dealing with countless strands of hair stuck to your pout. The solution is the…
By Zoe Ward

7 Summer Hair Color Trends That Are Just As Fun As Blonde

Usually, summer is synonymous with beach-blonde hair — but don’t panic, brunettes and redheads: There are plenty of summer 2019 hair color trends that aren’t blonde, too. Top colorists from around the country all agree that whether you’re looking…
By Jessica L. Yarbrough

20 Genius Beauty Products At Target That Do Double (Or Triple) Duty

Sure, maybe you wake up two hours before your commute each morning, squeeze in a cup of tea or a jog, and have plenty of time to leisurely work through your beauty routine. If so, please share your secrets — because, more often than not, buying up…
By Madge Maril

Pat McGrath Labs Has A *Major* Launch Coming — Here’s Everything You Need To Know

Attention, Pat McGrath devotees: it's happening. On June 12, the makeup artist, mogul, and founder of Pat McGrath Labs shut down the beauty stratosphere by unveiling Pat McGrath Labs' foundation system on her personal Instagram account,…
By Madge Maril

I Tried Glossier Brow Flick — & Here's What I Think: Review

Not to sound vain or anything, but I think one of my best qualities is my loyalty. My friends and fam can vouch — I'm a ride-or-die kind of chick. I hold that same devotion to Glossier Boy Brow. I've given many gels, pots, and pencils the old…
By Khalea Underwood

How IT Cosmetics’ New Primer Does More Than Just Keep Your Makeup In Place

When you're running around this summer having fun — or more realistically, just trying to get through most days without losing your cool — the very last thing you want to worry about is your makeup sliding down your face the moment you inevitably…
By Zoe Ward

Here’s How To Get 25 Percent Off All Your Favorite La Roche-Posay Products Right Now

Reaching the end of a holy-grail skin care product is such a bittersweet feeling. There's the sense of accomplishment of making it all the way through the tube, then a mild panic swiftly sets in when you realize you need to snag a replacement STAT…
By Zoe Ward

The Haircut Lea Michele Just Debuted Will Be Your Ultimate Summer Hair Inspo

At the rate girls are lining up at the salon for that long-awaited seasonal chop, everyone you know is going to be rocking short hair by the time bikini weather comes around. The latest in the summer haircut saga is Lea Michele's new lob.…
By Olivia Young

The Ordinary Dropped Its First Face Mask Ever & It's Just As Budget Friendly

In an ever-changing world of confusing skincare ingredients, The Ordinary is a beacon of light. Just take a look at The Ordinary's new Salicylic Acid Masque: The brand uses the product description to instantly get down into the nitty-gritty of each…
By Madge Maril

The Cult-Favorite Crème de La Mer Got A Makeover (& It's Only Available For A Very Limited Time)

Let's be real: Even if you've never once used La Mer's iconic Crème de La Mer moisturizer, you probably know all about it. Simply put, the moisturizer is on a different playing field, known for its ability to smooth skin, clear redness, and deeply…
By Madge Maril

9 Pretty Eyeshadow & Lipstick Combinations To Try This Summer

In theory, figuring out which beach read to throw in your straw tote should be your toughest decision this summer. But with so many new summer 2019 eyeshadow palettes on the market, your decision-making process might get a little more complicated.…
By Taylor Lane

Glossier's New Eyebrow Product Is *Very* Different From Boy Brow — Here's Why You'll Want It

It's no secret that Glossier's Boy Brow took the beauty world by storm. Last year, one tube of the creamy eyebrow pomade sold every 32 seconds, and it doesn't seem like the popularity of Glossier's best-selling product is slowing down any time soon.…
By Madge Maril