I Thought It Was Acne. Turns Out, It Was Lupus.
Adobe StockSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story I’ve never had a pimple in my life. I’m bragging, I know. But it’s an important detail, along with the fact that I’ve been a beauty journalist for nearly seven years—which means I know my skin, and I know when something is off. So when a spot…
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11 Best Skin-Care Gift Sets to Shop Now for Glowy Skin
Collage: Paula Balondo; Source images: Courtesy of brandsSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story The best skin-care gift sets aren’t just for checking off a loved one’s birthday or holiday gift list—value sets are also the perfect excuse to treat yourself and discover new favorites without splurging on full sizes. Each curated kit is packed…
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These Dyson Gifts Are Reserved for the Nicest of the Nice List
Collage: Paula Balondo; Source images: Courtesy of brandsSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story The best Dyson gifts are basically the Rolls-Royces of hair tools, so if you’re looking to go big for an extra special someone this year (or yourself, no judgment), we couldn’t recommend them more. Designed with cutting-edge technology, intelligent heat control,…
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7 Best Bakuchiol Serums to Smooth Fine Lines and Boost Glow Without Irritation
Collage: Paula Balondo; Source images: Courtesy of brands Save StorySave this storySave StorySave this story If you’ve been curious about trying retinol but want something a little gentler to start with, the best bakuchiol serums might be your perfect entry point. Bakuchiol has been gaining traction in skin-care circles because it offers many of the…
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Rihanna’s Side Bang is So “Umbrella” Coded—See the Photos
Getty ImagesSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story The year is 2007 and one song rules them all: Rihanna's infectious, unforgettable “Umbrella.” It's everywhere, and so is the Good Girl Gone Bad singer's cropped, angled hair cut, often styled with a brow-obscuring side bang. It became one of the most popular and imitated hairstyles of…
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Winter’s Biggest Hair Trends Are Soft and Romantic
Getty ImagesSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story Maybe it’s the colder weather (a.k.a. cuffing season) or the nonstop stream of Hallmark holiday movies, but winter inspires us to settle in with our favorite romantic movies. And this winter’s biggest hair trends are straight out of a Nancy Meyers film: soft and romantic with an…
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This Winter’s Nail Art Trends Are All About Maximalism
Courtesy of @overglowedit, @nailartbyqueenie, @nailsxanalysseSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story Soap, milk, clean girl, quiet luxury. After a year full of minimalist nail designs and colors, all signs point to a full pendulum swing: This winter’s nail art trends are loud, proud, bright, shiny, and spotted. You’d be hard-pressed to find a “barely there”…
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11 Best Red Lipsticks Allure Editors Actually Wear on Repeat
Collage: Paula Balondo; Source images: Courtesy of Allure editors and brands Save StorySave this storySave StorySave this story Much like a little black dress or sleek low bun, a swipe of the best red lipstick is a timeless look. In our humble opinion, a vibrant cherry or bold crimson lip is equally well-suited for weddings…
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