Beauty

Frequently asked questionsMeet the expertsMichelle Henry, MD, a board-certified dermatologist based in New York CityShereene Idriss, MD, a board-certified dermatologist based in New York CityOmer Ibrahim, MD, a board-certified dermatologist based in ChicagoRachel Westbay, MD, a board-certified dermatologist based in New York CityNkem Ugonabo, MD, a board-certified dermatologist based in New York CityKunal Malik, MD, a board-certified dermatologist...

It is officially “lay in the grass and soak up the sun” season, and ladybugs are taking flight—and not just from flowers to your jean shorts. These good-luck charms are making their way to fingertips as one of spring 2026’s cutest nail art trends. The popularity of the ladybug motif makes sense as the weather warms, as there’s...

Dry hair really has it out for us year-round—between cold weather, summer heat, chlorine, and constant blow-drying—but Pureology’s Hydrate Shampoo and Conditioner step in to bring it back to life without weighing it down. The shampoo relies on a blend of gentle, sulfate-free cleansers to lift away buildup while delivering hydration with glycerin and conditioning polymers, so hair...

Allure declared 2023 the year of the “everybun” referring to the tight, slicked-back bun that took over our social feeds. We have the “clean-girl” aesthetic to thank for its rise in popularity (and, of course, its unofficial spokespeople Hailey Bieber, Sophia Richie Grainge, and Kendall Jenner). While the hairstyle blends seamlessly into several settings—from a T.J. Maxx run,...

Well over a decade ago, I worked as a manager at a local retail chain where we sold trendy items like chevron scarves and statement necklaces. The day we got a shipment of mint skinny jeans was a memorable one; the pants practically flew out the doors, and they were the first thing I thought of when I...

Inspired by Impressionist paintings, watercolor nails put an artistic spin on the season’s texture trend as translucent polishes are swirled together for a diffused finish that feels fluid and expressive. Nail artists don’t use actual watercolors, of course, but the technique required to create this look is not far from how a painter maneuvers their brush on a...

Last year, I broke up with vitamin C. Out of nowhere, the antioxidant-packed ingredient was causing unwanted redness and irritation whenever I used it in my skin-care routine. So, after so many flare-ups, I decided enough was enough, and I stopped using it cold turkey.Since then, I’ve been trying to find a product that offers the same sort...

At Allure, we talk about foundation a lot. We chat about what we love, what’s been reformulated, and what our favorite makeup artists are using on their celebrity clients. Recently, however, the discussion has centered around foundations and getting older. As multiple Allure staffers enter their late 30s, 40s, 50s, and beyond, the formulas they’ve relied on for...

Overplucked your brows as a teen? I’ve been there. So much so that I wish I had a brow serum on hand back then to prevent the too-tweezed damage.Nowadays, brow growth serums are popping up everywhere—including in the April Allure Beauty Box. Inside the box is the Nulastin BROW Shape Altering Serum, which is packed with peptides to...

There are also conditioning ingredients, such as hydrogenated jojoba oil, to prevent brittleness. And importantly, the formula is “without fragrance, nickel, paraben, and common preservatives, so it is a hypoallergenic and safe choice for sensitive eyes,” says Dr. Kelley.Frequently Asked QuestionsHow can mascara irritate my eyes?You might pay attention to the ingredient list of the products you apply...