In The Scenario, reporter Kirbie Johnson takes readers behind the scenes of the buzziest movies and TV shows to reveal how the best wigs, special effects makeup, and more are created. For this edition, Johnson spoke with Siân Miller, the hair and makeup designer for “Wuthering Heights”, who gave Allure an exclusive...

They say the Golden Globes are the big party of award season, but be so for real right now. It's obviously the Grammys that have the most fun, especially when it comes to what celebrity glam teams can conjure up. Personal style runs the most gigantic gamut among nominees, presenters, performers, and...

Why it’s worth it: Aprilskin’s Carrotene IPMP Clearing Solution takes spot treatment to the next level. It combines salicylic and polyhydroxy acids to gently exfoliate, while niacinamide helps calm irritation and fade post-acne marks. Dab it on inflamed areas overnight, and wake up to clearer, calmer skin that’s ready for the day...

Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat ingredients should I look for in a serum for mature skin?When it comes to rejuvenating serums for aging skin, “retinoids are the gold standard ingredient in skin-care products,” says Dr. Sun, noting that they help decrease the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles while stimulating collagen production for firmer,...

Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat to look for in a concealer for mature skin"I look for concealers that have moisturizing ingredients like glycerin or hyaluronic acid, as well as a natural finish because mature skin is often dry with surface texture," says Black. She finds that radiant, luminous, soft, and natural-matte finishes work best...

Why you’ll love it: This anti-aging cream targets multiple signs of aging, including fine lines, loss of firmness, uneven tone, and dullness. Enriched with Centella asiatica and a hydrating blend of collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid, it nourishes deeply, boosts elasticity, and leaves skin smooth, plump, and radiant without feeling heavy.How you’ll...

Why it's worth it: La Roche-Posay's Hyalu B5 Pure Hyaluronic Acid Serum combines powerful hydration and calming ingredients, so your skin stays plump, protected, and pampered. “Pure hyaluronic acid locks in moisture, madecassosides—which are wound-healing agents derived from Centella asiatica—nourish your skin barrier, and vitamin B5 soothes and hydrates,” says Alexandra Bowles,...

When my fellow beauty editor asked me to participate in this story, I almost declined. Not because I didn't want to relive my 2019 courthouse wedding day, but because, if I'm being honest, the details of how I prepped are a little fuzzy (and likely a little boring!) after five years. I...

If you were a fly on the wall at the Allure office in the early 2010s, you likely heard editors talking about the French manicure—but not the way we do now. The look, characterized by an arc along the tip of the nail, “was always on the ‘tacky list’ of every story,”...

Earlier this week, when Pat McGrath Labs revealed it has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy—a way for companies to sort out their debts while staying in business—one person’s response on Twitter cut through the internet’s commiserations about the brand’s financial status: "Pat McGrath products are inaccessible to most Black women, so she's...