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E.l.f. Soft Glam Foundation Review With Photos
POPSUGAR Photography | Renee RodriguezPOPSUGAR Photography | Renee Rodriguez Every editorial product is independently selected by our editors. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. I have a love-hate relationship with foundation. On one hand, at times I find it necessary to use, especially if I’m experiencing a breakout or need a quick fix for my hyperpigmentation. On the other, I don’t like the way it leaves my skin feeling weighed-down and gross, especially if I have to wear it for more than a few hours at a time. In the warmer months, I typically forgo it altogether, but as a newly single girl who is…
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Hidradenitis Suppurativa on Black Skin: Causes and Effects
Whether it’s cystic acne or psoriasis, managing a skin condition comes with its own set of challenges. One condition in particular that often goes undiagnosed is hidradenitis suppurativa (HS), which also disproportionally impacts Black people. (In fact, a recent study indicates it’s three times more common in Black people compared to other ethnic groups.) Still, if you’ve never heard of HS – also referred to as acne inversa — you’re not alone. The condition is known to be pretty difficult to diagnose, and can take time to understand. That said, when you know what to look for and when to get professional help, you can find treatment and relief from…
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Dove Bond Strength Serum Mask Review With Photos
Every editorial product is independently selected by our editors. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. When the warmer months of the year roll around and my hair is in desperate need of extra love and care, there are times when a flat iron alone just won’t cut it. Anyone with short hair knows summer is an all-hands-on-deck time when you’re using your favorite hair products to avoid an electrocuted-chic look when you might be going for a more healthy, smooth vibe. My hair looks a little rough without a slew of products to treat frizz, frayed ends, and dullness. Truth be told, it’s also a…
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Pore Clogging Ingredients Checkers, Explained By Derms
Many of us are guilty of zooming in on our pores or trying to mask them with makeup to execute a smoother canvas. Unassumingly, “how to get rid of pores naturally” has over 144 million views on TikTok. But the truth is, you can’t get rid of pores. Pores, which are micro openings in the skin, play a vital function in helping our skin release sebum, the body’s natural oil, to leave it adequately moisturized. According to dermatologist Karan Lal, the average adult has around 20,000 pores on their face, and unfortunately, their sizes are genetically determined. Although necessary for the skin, if pores get clogged, it can quickly lead…
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Using Vitamin E For Skin and It’s Benefits, Derms Explain
There are so many skin-care ingredients found in your favorite products that it may be hard to keep track of all of their benefits. For example, we all know that vitamin C is good to use in the morning, but its exact benefits may not be top of mind. The same can be said for a powerhouse ingredient you’ve probably seen in quite a few of your favorite serums, body lotions, and face creams — vitamin E. Vitamin E is one of those ingredients that has an impressive amount of benefits that almost anyone’s skin can reap. Once you see it listed on the packaging of a formulation, it’ll likely…
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Mother Science Retinol Synergist Review With Photos
Taryn BrookeTaryn Brooke Every editorial product is independently selected by our editors. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. Most, if not all, dermatologists would agree that the most potent and powerful ingredient you can have in your skin-care arsenal is retinol. “Retinol regulates cellular turnover and promotes effective exfoliation, as well as evens [out] discoloration and increases collagen production,” says Mona Gohara, MD, a board-certified dermatologist. “The result is fresher, smoother, and more even-toned skin.” There are plenty of retinol-based products to choose from, whether it’s a prescription-strength formula or over-the-counter-option, but each one comes with a common caveat: your skin may have to endure…
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I Tried TikTok’s Ponytail Hack: See the Photos
POPSUGAR Photography | Renee RodriguezPOPSUGAR Photography | Renee Rodriguez Over the years, as I’ve gotten older, I’ve noticed my hair has gotten thinner. In an effort to bring life back to my once full hair, I’ve tested tons of different hair-care products, suggestions from an AI robot, and I even tried detoxing my hair and not using any products (including shampoo) for a full seven days. I’m always looking for hair hacks that have the potential to give my hair the illusion of being fuller. That’s how I found one particular hair tutorial posted on TikTok a few months ago, and I’ve been using it ever since. The purpose of…
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The Outset Purifying Blue Clay Mask Review With Photos
Every editorial product is independently selected by our editors. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. While I’m usually weary of celebrity beauty brands, I’ve developed a special fondness for Scarlett Johansson’s skin-care label, The Outset — and not just because I had the opportunity to interview her about it (though that certainly helps). My skin-care journey has been incredibly complex. I’ve long struggled with persisting issues like irritation, breakouts, and dryness, all problems that Johansson has similarly confronted, too. “I started having acne as a teenager. I was going through puberty and experiencing that first kind of problem breakout, which I thought would go away…
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Gap Cropped Denim Jacket Review With Photos
POPSUGAR Photography | Marisa PetrarccaPOPSUGAR Photography | Marisa Petrarcca Every editorial product is independently selected by our editors. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. If my past self could see that I’ve added yet another denim jacket to my collection, she would be in disbelief. But hear me out: Despite already owning a sizable amount of traditional jean jackets, none of them were quite right for my style. They all boasted standard details, with buttons down the front and a mid-length cut. But I rarely wore them because they just didn’t pair well with the high-rise bottoms (Jeans! Skirts! Shorts!) that dominate my wardrobe. That…
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Elle Fanning Muses on Hollywood Beauty Standards
Elle Fanning appears on a video call from the Cannes Film Festival in France, undeniably poised yet warm and friendly. She exudes a certain sweetness that fits her famous smile, but as her name hints, her style is elegant. Fanning’s blond hair is styled into a sleek, shoulder-grazing lob, and she is wearing light, summery makeup. Only the hint of a sheer, silvery hue on her lids adds sparkle to the Fanning’s naturally beautiful daytime glam. My initial impression of her is actually of her thoughtfulness, as I observe her connecting with her team before the interview commences. She also has a familiarity and ease with the process of being…
