Beauty

Of course, many Allure editors have their own humidifiers to perk up their complexions. Below, we've narrowed it down to the best humidifiers money can buy—paying attention to runtime, ease of use, smart features, and area-coverage capabilities. Plus, you'll find a range of options, whether you want one for your office's parched corporate air or a design-forward humidifier...

As a professional astrologer, people ask me all types of questions. Of the most common curiosities is, "What are the best zodiac signs?" along with its evil twin, "What are the worst zodiac signs?" While I appreciate any and all astrological inquiries, including zodiac signs' compatibility, let me set the record straight: In astrology, there are no winners...

Like so many people this time of year—famous or not—Dua Lipa has blessed our Instagram timeline with a photo dump. That's not unusual for the singer, though; she regularly shares carousels of recent moments, and instead of a 2025 roundup, her latest post is full of newness: “Last days of 2025,” to be specific (according to her caption)....

Whether you’re dealing with seasonal dryness or are perpetually flaky, the best foundations for dry skin can provide the coverage you need without exacerbating the look of your roughest patches. They’re especially helpful this time of year: Cold, dry weather (along with the dry air from cranking up the heat) can sap your skin’s moisture, making it even...

Why You’ll Love It: This gentle yet powerful retinol ampoule smooths fine lines, refines pores, and improves texture without irritation. Triple-encapsulated retinol delivers visible results, while adenosine, Q10, and Anti-Sebum P help boost firmness and clarity for healthier-looking skin.How You’ll Use It: Use in the evening after toner. Apply a small amount to face, then follow with moisturizer...

But here's the catch: Protein isn't something you can use freely. Overdo it, and your hair swings in the opposite direction, becoming stiff, rough, and brittle. So it’s imperative to choose the right formula for your curl type and damage level, and use it for the correct amount of time. Because this topic can be intimidating, we asked...

This foaming cleanser can also be used on your body, making it an ideal two-in-one shower routine staple. Take it from Divya Shokeen, MD, a California-based, board-certified dermatologist, who referred to this pick as a “gentle, nourishing shower oil is free from soap, sulfate, and parabens.”Allure contributing commerce editor Deanna Pai using La-Roche Posay's Lipikar AP+ Gentle Foaming...

The best eye-tightening creams have become viral sensations, racking up millions of views (and buys) due to their visibly firming results. Undereyes seemingly go from puffy to smooth in the blink of an eye—albeit temporarily. Although they may seem gimmicky, many eye-tightening creams come highly recommended by board-certified dermatologists. Sure, their effects are short-lived, but they work. They...

Our editors have withstood the heat of multiple flatirons to find the best ones currently available (you’re welcome). The standouts can help you score pin-straight hair at home while mitigating heat damage and frizz (though, no matter what heated tool you’re using, applying a heat protectant before styling is always a good idea). Lucky for all of us,...

And because this is K-beauty, the sensorial experience matters just as much as the results. “Sulwhasoo’s products always feel luxurious. The herbal extracts give it an elegant, grounding scent that feels so soothing,” adds Hee Jin Kim, MD, a board-certified internal medicine physician and medical director of Pureen MD in Fort Lee, NJ.AccordionItemContainerButton“When my skin's in serious need...