On the skin-care side, you’re getting an eye contour complex derived from rice and soy peptides to reduce puffiness and dark circles, plus winter daphne stem cell extract to support firmer-looking skin. There’s also time-released retinol and retinyl palmitate to smooth and refine (though the brand doesn’t disclose the exact concentrations, so it’s hard to know how much...
CosRx’s The 6 Peptide Skin Booster isn’t just about packing in as many peptides as possible—each peptide has a different job, from supporting elasticity and smoothing fine lines to calming skin and boosting radiance. The lightweight, toner-meets-serum formula also layers in niacinamide and adenosine for anyone chasing a bouncy, healthy glow. “I’m obsessed with the texture,” says Han....
If a Euphoria episode flaps its wings on HBO, it will inevitably butterfly-effect into a sparkly beauty frenzy. Lo and behold, glittery eye looks are back! And not just glitter— it’s metallic! Frost! Shimmer! Anything, basically, that catches the light when you bat your eyelashes.Reflective lids, like many of this summer’s makeup trends, are “defined by finish rather...
New launches hate to see them coming.As excited as we all may be for the latest makeup, skin-care, and hair products, there’s something to be said for the formulas that continue to earn a place in our routines year after year. Allure readers are famously willing to try something new, but it takes a truly exceptional product to...
I'm feeling a little gaslit. You remember Marc Jacobs Beauty, right? I distinctly recall, way back in 2013, being so excited to experience the makeup vision of one of my favorite fashion designers. And the line didn't disappoint—until it went away in 2021. The brand's return has been fantasized for years and ecstatically anticipated ever since Marc Jacobs...
Frequently Asked QuestionsWhy do I need a face wash?The short answer: Because pure H2O isn’t enough to take the day off. “Oil and water don’t mix, so rinsing with water won’t effectively remove sebum, sunscreen, or makeup,” says Dr. McDonald. She also notes that face washes are made with surfactants that attach to oil and debris, gently removing...
Do you remember when taupe nail polish became a thing? Because I sure do! It was the dawn of the 2010s—2008 to be exact—and OPI launched a little shade called You Don't Know Jacques! Shortly after that, Chanel dropped Particulière, and my world was officially rocked. When I saw Bella Hadid's latest mani, I instantly flashed back to...
Frequently Asked QuestionsWill gel moisturizers pill under makeup?Gel textures are generally among the most makeup-friendly moisturizers in your skin-care routine because they absorb quickly and leave a smooth, lightweight finish rather than a thick or greasy layer. That said, pilling can still happen depending on the formula and how many products you’re layering on top. “Silicone-heavy primers, certain...
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