Beauty

Everyone is talking about peptides these days, but at Allure, we’ve been waxing poetic about the ingredient—used topically—for decades.Quick overview: Peptides, best known for boosting collagen production, are tiny chains of amino acids that act as messengers between skin cells, instructing them to hydrate and target skin elasticity. They don’t completely erase signs of aging, but they certainly...

Despite the lack of endorsements by the medical community, it’s hard to ignore some of the “success stories” that have come out of these scans. Last year, Emmy Awards executive producer Dionne Harmon revealed that a Prenuvo scan she had after seeing Kardashian’s endorsement detected her stage 3 lung cancer; Harmon had no symptoms at the time. Kardashian...

Earlier this month, in the midst of touring her Tropicoquetta album, Colombian superstar Karol G unexpectedly released No Me Arrepiento de Sentir Tanto, which translates to I Don’t Regret Feeling So Much. The title is an almost perfect thesis for the album: moody, raw, and unfiltered. There are melancholic ballads, including “Después de Ti,” her collaboration with Greg...

The issue is that when you use tretinoin alongside other exfoliating acids, you end up stacking acids that can all disrupt the skin barrier, says Dr. Russak, who adds that it's worth distinguishing glycolic and lactic acid from salicylic acid as they don't behave the same way. AHAs, like glycolic and lactic acid, work on the surface, exfoliating...

Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat type of shampoo is best for an oily scalp?Drop the dry shampoo, because it’s a temporary fix that can actually cause more oiliness in the long run (it’s a styling product, not a cleansing product, after all). Instead, look for an oily scalp-friendly shampoo that deeply cleanses without stripping your scalp’s natural moisture. Keep an...

Frequently Asked QuestionsIs waterproof mascara really waterproof?Well, not exactly. “Most waterproof mascaras are closer to water-resistant than truly waterproof,” says Gailbreath. For the most part, they can prevent sweat-, humidity-, and water-induced raccoon eyes, but “none are invincible,” she says. Even the best waterproof mascaras aren’t completely guaranteed to hold up to a full day in the pool...

The return of tanning, unregulated peptides, and now, exploding mousse? Just when this summer couldn’t get more apocalyptic, a packaging defect has led Schwarzkopf’s parent company, Henkel, to voluntarily recall its Osis Grip Extra Strong Mousse. The packaging defect noted on the product means that product “could leak from the package under pressure, which creates risk of explosion,”...

Frequently asked questionsDoes heat-protectant spray actually work?Both Everette and Michael agree that heat protectants are effective and non-negotiable. It “works by forming a thin, protective barrier over the hair shaft, which helps to reduce direct heat exposure from styling tools like flatirons, curling wands, hot combs, or blow-dryers,” explains Everette. She adds that this barrier distributes heat more...

If you’ve spent any time scrolling through K-beauty TikTok, chances are you’ve spotted at least one of the best Kahi products without even realizing it. The Korean skin-care brand shot to fame with its Wrinkle Bounce Multi Balm, a chunky pink stick that became nearly as recognizable for its K-drama cameos as for its skin-care benefits. (In shows...

Photo: Getty ImagesPhoto: Getty ImagesThe life of a rock-and-roll star is hard—long shows, late nights, adoring fans. So this fall is the perfect time to take a break from the world tour and live a gentler lifestyle, with the hair to go with it. Instead of a choppy, headbanger shag, try a lighter, cozier version.“This is a modern...