Not quite a lipstick, not quite a gloss, Clinique’s Almost Lipstick is the Goldilocks lip product for anyone who wants an effortless wash of color without the weight of a traditional lipstick. The Readers' Choice Award winner is available in three shades—including the iconic Black Honey that, trust us, really does flatter...

Do you bite your nails? If so, you’re really not alone; research suggests about 20 to 30 percent of the general population nips at their fingertips. (Former nail biter checking in!) It can be a difficult habit to quit, but a subset of GLP-1 users have reported that since they began taking...

Frequently Asked QuestionsIs it okay to use a BHA toner every day?BHA usage depends on your skin type. “Yes, it is okay to use a BHA daily for people with normal to oily skin,” says Dr. Woolery-Lloyd. “People with dry skin may need to decrease the frequency of use.” Because BHAs like...

One week before San Diego Comic-Con, Eleanor Barnes, known as Snitchery on social media, still hadn’t decided on her cosplay for the first day of the convention. She was torn between two ideas: the Ice King from the animated TV show, Adventure Time, or Charlie the Unicorn from the 2005 YouTube series...

Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat to look for in a curling ironSize, size, and size. According to Columbus-based hairstylist Mia Santiago, "Smaller barrels create tighter curls whereas bigger barrels create looser, almost blowout-level curls." Another key component is being able to control and customize your heat settings. Santiago says that "safe" heat settings are...

What it isRaise your hand if traditional pencil eyeliner was your gateway into the world of eye makeup. I’m typing this sentence with one hand because I’m raising the other. It’s one of the most beginner-friendly formats because it offers control without demanding strict precision, which is why so many people keep...

Like any surgery, labiaplasty can have risks. For this particular procedure, that includes bleeding, infection, scarring, wound separation, changes in sensation, persistent pain, painful intercourse, dissatisfaction with cosmetic results, and the possibility of needing revision surgery.The physicians I spoke with also flagged the lack of training opportunities for aspiring labiaplasty specialists. Dr....

Frequently Asked QuestionsHow do you use a flyaway wand?Using a flyaway wand couldn't be easier. Simply lightly brush the mascara-style spoolie over any frizz, baby hairs, or stray strands—whether they're along your hairline, part, crown, or around an updo—starting at the roots and combing downward for frizz control and a sleek finish....

Beauty is maxing out on maxxing.A quick glance at my inbox reveals pitches on scentmaxxing, a note about vaginamaxxing, and dispatches in favor of and staunchly against tanmaxxing (at Allure, we fall firmly in the latter camp). Journelle Skin, the aesthetics arm of lingerie brand Journelle, recently trademarked “Dermmaxxing” as the name...

Why we love it: ICYMI, hyperhidrosis is the medical term for excessive sweating—and the perfect target for Certain Dri's Prescription Strength Clinical Antiperspirant, according to Dr. Miller. Its aluminum chloride-based formula offers highly effective sweat protection for up to 72 hours. One thing to note: While this unscented, clinical-strength antiperspirant works wonders...