Frequently Asked QuestionsAre PHAs good for sensitive skin?PHAs are widely considered one of the best exfoliating acids for sensitive skin. "Because they have a larger molecular size than AHAs like glycolic acid, they penetrate more slowly and tend to cause less stinging,...

Fashion Month is fun, but there's something so special about Paris's Haute Couture Week. It's where houses and designers get to show their most awe-inspiring, whimsical, over-the-top creations and where celebrities have fun getting all glammed up to match the vibes of...

Frequently Asked QuestionsHow are Korean eye patches different from Western ones?According to Dr. Chang, Korean eye patches are designed with hydration and daily maintenance in mind rather than as occasional treatments. Many formulas use cooling hydrogel technology that hugs the skin, helping...

When I’m not dodging push notifications about ongoing geopolitical strife or other miscellaneous calamities that have become par for the course in 2026, I’m reviewing the pitches that crowd my inbox as a beauty writer. A topic that was once a perplexing,...

Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat makes Korean highlighters different from Western highlighters?The biggest difference between Korean and Western highlighters comes down to their overall approach to glow and pigmentation. "Korean beauty products tend to focus on creating a natural, healthy-looking radiance—more of an 'it's...

Frequently asked questionsWhat type of wax is best to use at home?It depends on what feels more approachable to you. Wax strips don’t need to be heated, saving you time and the risk of accidental burns, which is why Dr. Rastogi prefers...

Four months into Zendaya’s bixie, we haven’t come close to tiring of it. She's cycled through soft curls, slicked-back styles, and vintage-inspired swoops that have made her hair one of the biggest beauty stories of the year. But for the world premiere...

Sabrina Carpenter was presumably a guest at Taylor Swift’s wedding over the weekend, but now she’s popped up in Paris to be a front-row guest at the Dior Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2026-2027 show. And while we have yet to see how she...

“One thing I’m kind of obsessed with is the blotting out of the lip,” adds Duff. “I remember putting foundation on my lips to make them go away, which is an insane thought today. Now, people are over-lining, and want their lips...

I had one hesitation from the beginning: Is Prismatic+ enough as the only serum in my routine to address my concerns (again, early signs of aging)? When I asked Dobos for her opinion, she affirmed my skepticism: “This could be a nice...