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Stop Asking People How Old You Look on TikTok
This week on TikTok crazes that’ll leave you feeling unhinged, “Guess My Age” videos where users post a clip of themselves asking strangers to predict their age has garnered over 100 million views. Sure, this may appear to be a fun experiment at first glance, but dig a little deeper (or just click on any number of these viral videos) and you’ll see the bevy of hurtful statements, unsolicited advice, and harsh criticisms sprinkled in the comments section. But let’s back up. What’s the deal with people posting these videos in the first place? According to licensed counselor Alyssa Scolari, the fascination with asking strangers to guess one’s age often…
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Purple-Based Self-Tanners: Learn About TikTok’s Obsession
Every editorial product is independently selected by our editors. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. We can’t deny the appeal of a sun-kissed look, but we’re not willing to risk skin damage or cancer — that’s why we’re always looking for ways to achieve the same effect safely. While spending hours in the sun is always a blast, it can wreak havoc on your skin, especially if you forgo sunscreen. The fact remains: there really is no “safe” way to tan — unless you opt for sunless self-tanners, of course. For the unfamiliar, self-tanners are products that can help you achieve a faux glow that…
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I Tried Nail Cycling: See 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. There’s nothing I love more than a fresh manicure, which is a good thing, because I test out a lot of nail trends for work. That means I’m constantly in the salon trying out new polish colors and nail-art designs. With gel, I was able to grow out my nails longer than they’ve ever been before — so long that multiple people have asked me if they were fake. Things were going fine (or so I thought) until I was showering…
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Crest Whitestrips Review With Photos
POPSUGAR Photography | Marisa PetrarcaPOPSUGAR Photography | Marisa Petrarca Every editorial product is independently selected by our editors. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. In the lead-up to my wedding, there are several beauty treatments I’ve either already outsourced or plan to indulge in before the big day. From acrylic nails to a natural-looking spray tan and even laser hair removal, there’s no doubt I’m holding back. However, there was one treatment I couldn’t bring myself to undergo professionally: teeth whitening. The intense post-treatment discomfort during my first attempt years ago left me determined to explore other options. So, here I am now, typing this…
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Kim Petras on the Power of Makeup
Kim Petras holds many titles: platinum recording artist, Grammy winner, Sports Illustrated cover model, gay icon, trans trailblazer, to name a few. Now, she’s ready to make history once again as the face of the 30th Anniversary MAC Cosmetics’s Viva Glam campaign. “I have dreamt way too much about this,” Petras tells PS. “Growing up, I was always obsessed with the shoots for it, the packaging, and the people who have been the faces of Viva Glam; a lot of them are very iconic to me and people that I really look up to.” Petras’ childhood dream of being a part of the campaign began long before she started collecting…
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I Tried 4 TikTok Hair Hacks From Chris Appleton: See Photos
POPSUGAR Photography | Renee RodriguezPOPSUGAR Photography | Renee Rodriguez Ever since I created a TikTok account, I’ve spent countless hours scrolling the app, and I’ve come to rely on it to find the best hair and makeup hacks. Because of TikTok, I learned how to make my ponytail look fuller and how to contour my face using my hair, which are tricks I use all the time. One person I always see popping up on my For You Page with great hair tips is Jennifer Lopez’s hairstylist, Chris Appleton. More than half of my Favorites folder is actually filled with videos of Appleton turning a plain, boring hairstyle into something…
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What Is Double Cleansing? An Expert Explains
Every editorial product is independently selected by our editors. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. Everyone knows the importance of washing your face at night, or at least everyone should know. What people are not as clear about is whether they are doing it in the most efficient way. That’s where double cleansing comes in. If you’re wondering, what is double cleansing? It’s exactly what you think: cleansing your face twice in the evening. If you wear makeup, you definitely should be doing it. It’s a simple and effective way to keep your skin in great condition, no matter your individual skin type. We decided…
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Skinvive Review: I Tried the Injectable Filler | See Photos
As somebody with skin that has a predisposition to dryness, I’m always in search of the next great thing that will quench my complexion’s never-ending thirst. I’m also sensitive and prone to acne (just call me a triple threat), which makes that hydration trial and error somewhat tricky. “Slugging” tends to clog my pores, and consistent HydraFacial treatments just don’t fit into the budget these days. So when celebrity injector and skin educator Vanessa Lee, RN, of the Los Angeles med spa The Things We Do began documenting her experience with Skinvive, a hyaluronic acid injectable filler that gives a post-facial glow for up to nine months without volume, I…
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Can Castor Oil Help With Dark Circles?
Every editorial product is independently selected by our editors. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. TikTok is home to some pretty wacky theories, and they cover a wide range of topics. Whether it’s information about your favorite celebrities or a new hack or that could affect your health, it’s always best to fact-check the information you see on the app, especially if it involves ingredients or products you aren’t completely familiar with. (Never forget when users were convinced it was safe to use hemorrhoid cream on undereye bags. Spoiler alert: you shouldn’t try it.) Recently, everyone on the platform has been talking about using castor…
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MMA in Nail Products: How to Recognize and Avoid It
If you, like thousands of other nail enthusiasts, get a lot of nail inspiration from social media, then it’s likely you’ve come across a post warning you of the dangers of using MMA, or methyl methacrylate, in your manicures. “They’re no good for your nails long-term,” one TikTok user said. “It’s very illegal,” said another. Still, it is highly likely that you’ll encounter the use of MMA at your local nail salon despite the ingredient’s bad reputation. But what exactly is MMA, and why is it still being used? Experts Featured in This Article Mazz Hanna is the CEO of Nailing Hollywood. Julie Kandalec is a celebrity manicurist who’s worked…
