James also notes that silk’s material properties directly influence how hair looks and feels over time. “Silk is a natural protein fiber,” and its breathable, smooth, and slip-rich qualities allow hair to glide rather than snag overnight, she explains. When silk becomes part of a regular sleep routine, “these attributes are mirrored...

After the premiere of her hair-centric music video “The Subway,” which ends with her cutting her ultra-long hair, Chappell Roan posted on Instagram that she was desperate for a bob. “You do not. understand. how bad I want a bob now,” the Grammy winner wrote. It's been a few months since “The...

Frequently Asked QuestionsWhich foundation works best for mature skin?Foundations that work best for mature skin tend to be hydrating and flexible, rather than drying or heavy. “Mature skin looks best in hydrating liquid, serum, or soft satin formulas that move with the skin,” says Breitweiser. “These finishes help minimize the look of...

Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat is kojic acid, and what does it do?Kojic acid is a substance derived by funghi—namely, mushrooms, according to Dr. Graf. It's best known for its skin-brightening properties, since it acts as a tyrosinase inhibitor (which, like we mentioned, interferes with and slows the pigment production process, resulting in less...

Since my freshman year of college, I’ve used the same tiny, silver makeup mirror I picked up with my mom during a dorm-shopping trip at Bed Bath & Beyond. We bought it alongside twin XL bedsheets, bath towels, and a shower caddy that have all since landed in the dark depths of...

This story has been updated to include additional reporting and new details.Joan Kron started working at Allure in 1991, at the age of 63. That first year, an assignment on plastic surgery consultations led Kron to get her own facelift. It was love at first lift, and Kron embarked on a 25-year-long,...

If we had to pick the signature hair accessory of the 2020s thus far, it would absolutely be the hair bow. Bows have been having a yearslong moment—or is it bow-ment?—in the styling spotlight, and now Margot Robbie has given them the Wuthering Heights treatment with a unexpectedly whimsical way to wear...

And here’s where the Foundation Drops are more skin care than makeup: The brand teamed up with Augustinus Bader to incorporate the brand’s signature technology, a proprietary blend of amino acids, vitamins, and peptides that the brand claims helps skin hold onto moisture more effectively. It’s paired with echinacea purpurea to help...

Sure, it may be the year of the fire horse, but there’s another animal in the spotlight for 2026: the deer—more specifically, the fawn. The cutesy, docile creature that’s associated with Disney princesses and scenic woodland whimsy is inspiring the latest nail art trend. Deer print nails have been popping up all...

I can't think of a more important time to put thought into your manicure than when you're going to be photographed holding an award. Sure, your nails don't matter as much as the reason you're being honored, but when they're gripping a trophy, why not make them especially memorable to go with...