Beauty

Frequently Asked QuestionsDo curl creams actually work?"Curl creams perform miracles in your curls and coils with proper product selection," says James, who explains that deep-nourishing formulas "absorb into the strand to encourage definition, tame frizz, enhance shine, and to maintain elasticity and shape memory," with heavier creams offering more elongation and stretch. Aquino-DeJesus agrees the payoff is real....

Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat is the most effective treatment for melasma?When it comes to treating melasma, there’s no one-size-fits-all approach. “Melasma is one of the most frustrating pigment conditions to treat because it isn’t just a skin-deep issue—it’s hormonally and heat-sensitive, and easily re-triggered,” says Dr. Sung. That’s why she emphasizes a thoughtful, layered strategy that uses different approaches....

This year, I’ve been very intentional about setting boundaries. Logging off from work a little earlier (or at least, trying to). Reminding myself that not every text needs an immediate reply. Protecting my weekends from non-joy-sparking obligations. You get it.I’m like that with my skin, too. Although it’s my job to test beauty products year-round (life of a...

The most underrated beauty compliment (and my personal favorite) is: “You smell so good!” There’s truly nothing better than someone else admiring my signature scent the way I do.But if you’re like me and in the mood for a little change of scentery (see what I did there?), indie fragrance brand Commodity is a good place to start.Lately,...

It's a time-honored tradition for a beloved, much-swooned-over heartthrob to ditch their signature hairstyle and reach for the clippers. Over the years, we've seen this phenomenon occur many times over, including when Justin Timberlake buzzed off his curls to signify a new chapter post-*NSYNC, To All the Boys I've Loved Before star Noah Centineo saying “See ya!” to...

Recent appointments of prominent Black and mixed race hair professionals to key roles at brands have signaled some change at more of a visible topline level. The fashion industry's favorite hairstylist, Jawara, who was previously global ambassador for Dyson Beauty (which has continued to release new attachments for its cult Airwrap, making it compatible with 19 hair types,...

Nostalgia is always viewed through rose-colored lenses. Yes, things were simpler when you were a kid. There was no 9-to-5 to get to or taxes to pay. But keep those rose-colored lenses on for a second; being a grown-up also has its perks, and this fall’s fragrance trends are a nod to the fun parts of being an...

Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat is the biggest cause of split ends?If you’re dealing with split ends, your hot tools are likely the first to blame. (Sorry!) While chemical treatments, environmental stressors, extended time between haircuts, and rough brushing can all contribute to split ends, “the biggest cause of split ends is thermal styling, blow-drying and the constant use of...

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At first, I thought it was stress. Or maybe hairstyles like tight ponytails. I was seeing more hair in the shower drain, more scalp peeking through my part, but I figured it was temporary. I was wrong. Hair loss doesn’t come in loud—it creeps in. By the time it’s visible, it’s already settled in like a long-term tenant.My...