Posts

Showing posts with the label beauty

Trade In Your Heavy Foundation For One of These Lightweight Choices With SPF

Image
Honestly, I'm a sweaty person and when the weather really starts warms up, having foundation drip down my face isn't fun. Being bare-faced is always top choice, but for when I do feel like wearing makeup, I almost always reach for a lightweight choice , especially in summer. These are always great, because you have the option build up the amount of coverage you prefer, whether its more sheer on full on. The past few years, I've also taken wearing sunscreen a lot more seriously for the overall health of my skin. I decided to go on a mission to find the best lightweight foundation that contains SPF at least over 30, turns out, it was a lot harder than I thought. Thankfully, I found a few that tick off everything on my wish list. If you're also looking for one, you've come to the right place. Ahead, I curated the five best choices to try. Keep reading to shop them all and find your match. Related: The 8 Best Drugstore Foundations Under $10 That Are So Good, You

After Trying This Brand's Body-Care Products, I Finally Know Why They're Always Sold Out

Image
I'll just come right out and say it: I'm a sucker for body products . All too often do I find myself randomly searching for a new scrub or body butter despite the absurd amount of jars of both of these items that are currently housed in my bathroom. So imagine my excitement when I came across this Black-owned skin-care brand that specializes in both. SkinBUTTR was founded by America's Next Top Model cycle 23 alum Tatiana Price . It started out as a body-care line selling an assortment of natural body butters and scrubs that are all designed to leave your skin feeling soft and glowy, but the brand also sells skin-care products like cleansers, toners, and masks. Each of its butters (or "BUTTRs," as they're called by the brand) are available in seven flavors - honey almond, strawberry coconut, rose, aunaturale, cocoa vanilla, gingr lemon, and pomango - with corresponding scrubs in the same scent. It's a small business, but the products sell out frequentl

The 22 Best New Palettes of Summer 2020 Are So Hot, You'll Need a Bigger Vanity

Image
Getting a makeup palette is more exciting than receiving any other product, because you're getting so many goodies in one lovely package. Whether you're looking to perfectly highlight your face or create a sexy smoky eye, there's an option that can suit your needs. This summer , brands are releasing plenty of fun palettes, both in bold hues and muted tones. It was no easy task, but we rounded up our favorite palettes on the market right now. These picks range in price point and purpose, so you're sure to find something ideal. Take a look at our roundup to see which ones you already own - and which ones you need. Related: Fenty Beauty's New Slip Shine Lipstick Is So Easy to Apply, You Don't Even Need a Mirror Source: https://ift.tt/2NqCmMr

How a String of Major Haircuts Helped 1 Writer Reclaim Her Identity After Coming Out

Image
Genevieve Hudson always favored a shorter hairstyle . As a kid, she'd rip out pages from Tiger Beat magazine of teen heartthrobs Jonathan Taylor Thomas or Devon Sawa to bring to the salon as inspiration . "I want this cut," she'd tell her hairdresser. It was her style of choice for years. It also wasn't the only way she presented more masculine, societally speaking: "When I was younger, up until puberty, I only wore clothes from the boy section of stores," she told POPSUGAR. "I was obsessed with having my hair in that shaggy style , parted down the middle." As Hudson got older, however, she says she was "disciplined out of that in terms of cultural normativity." She stopped skateboarding after middle school. She grew out her hair. This was "the norm," of course: growing up in Alabama where there was little LGBTQ+ representation on a larger scale, the pressure to fit a certain mold of femininity seemed to come with the

We Asked Our Editors to Re-Create Their Favorite Childhood Hairstyles, and Oh the Nostalgia

Image
It's funny how a simple hairstyle or beauty trend can transport you back to a particular time in your life. For me, the infamous bump hairstyle - you know the one that Hilary Duff , the Kardashians, Snooki, and literally every other celebrity in the 2000s rocked at one point or another - reminds me of my days in middle school. Just like it's common knowledge that butterfly clips are synonymous with the '90s , and side bangs were a staple in the early '00s, most of us can look at a hairstyle or accessory and pinpoint exactly when in time it was trendy. (It's also not too far fetched to say that most of us have personal photo evidence of it, too.) While our personal style, and beauty routines, for that matter, have grown and evolved a lot since our younger years, those nostalgic hairstyles will always hold a special place in our hearts. To take a trip down memory lane, we asked a few of our editors to recreate their signature hairstyle from their childhood, ahea

Shop Your Favorite Sephora Brands Straight From Your Instagram Feed

Image
Sephora partnered with more than 80 beauty brands to launch their own digital storefront right on Instagram, making it easier than ever to shop for the products you love . So, the next time you see something that interests you in their Instagram feed ( or stories ), you'll be able to learn more about that product , add it to your bag, and checkout with just three clicks. If you're a Beauty Insider , don't worry, these purchases still earn points, even when you're not redirected to Sephora's actual site. You'll be shopping securely through Instagram checkout for brands like Josie Maran , Drybar, Herbivore , Urban Decay, and more - and still racking up your rewards (and returning any items to Sephora as usual). Ahead are some of the bestselling beauty products from the participating brands we're hoping to shop straight on Instagram sometime soon. Source: https://ift.tt/2AZejBE

The Post-Lockdown Celebrity Hair Changes Have Begun, and Everyone Is Going Blond

Image
As hair salons all over the country reopen , people are flocking back to their hairstylists to receive a long-overdue style update - including celebrities. Many have been anxiously awaiting the day they could get back in the salon chair since March, when social distancing began. As even the states with the strictest stay-at-home orders in place like New York and California move through phased reopening plans, that time has finally come. With months to gather hair inspiration and prepare, we're seeing celebrities like Emily Ratajkowski , Millie Bobby Brown, and Cardi B all drastically switch up their look for the summer season . From big chops (we're looking at you, Post Malone ) to major color changes, our Instagram feeds are slowly being taken over with professional hairstyle transformations for the first time in months. (Although we had no shortage of amateur at-home hairstyle transformations to enjoy during the hiatus.) We have a feeling that this is just the beginning

Kylie Jenner's French Manicure Might Be the Shortest We've Seen Her Nails In a While

Image
It looks like Kylie Jenner is back to keeping up with her pre-social distancing beauty routine, though there's one thing she's switching up for now: her signature long nails. On June 23, the Kylie Cosmetics founder shared an Instagram photo showing off her short blond bob - the hair is likely a wig that was installed by her longtime hairstylist, Tokyostylez - but if you look a little closer, you'll see that she's wearing her nails way shorter than she usually does. In the photo, Jenner has a "french moon" manicure , an updated take on the classic french manicure that gives the white tip painted at the top of the nail a crescent shape. This is probably the shortest we've ever seen her nails, and it's possible that she's just easing her way back into wearing lengthy styles because of the amount of time she spent not wearing over-the-top manicures while social distancing at home. Back in April, after revealing that she was taking a break from hair

Everything You Need to Know About Fungal Acne, According to a Dermatologist

Image
Acne is a very complex skin condition. While any search on the internet will present you with all kinds of different ways to treat your acne , and there are plenty of over-the-counter options on the market, the truth is that not all treatments are universal and one product won't work across every type of blemish. Take fungal acne, for example. It's a common skin condition that's often mistaken for other forms of acne, though you can sometimes tell if this is the kind you're dealing with when your topical products aren't responding. Here's everything you need to know about fungal acne - plus, exactly how to treat it. What Is Fungal Acne? Fungal acne isn't actually acne but a condition that mimics acne. "It's an acne-like condition that is caused by overgrowth of a common yeast that lives on the skin surface," dermatologist Claire Chang, M.D., told POPSUGAR. That yeast is referred to as malassezia furfur or pityrosporum ovale by most derm

Celebrities Are Reuniting With Nail Techs Post-Lockdown - Get Ready For Some Serious Mani Inspo

Image
We've missed getting our nails done during the coronavirus lockdown - there's no two ways about it. But we've also missed seeing other people's manicures filling our Instagram feeds with nail art inspiration . With movie premieres, award shows, photo shoots, secret projects, and, well, everything else on hold, our favourite celebrities have had to say a temporary goodbye to their glam teams, which includes their nail technicians - and our Instagram feeds have been seriously lacking because of it. Now, we know that there are way more important issues to worry about right now (and trust us, we worry about them, too), but we are beauty editors with a love of nail art, and we miss admiring celebrity nails and the exceptional talent of the manicurists behind the looks. With many states beginning to reopen their salons for customers, we're also starting to see some of our favourite celebrities reunite with their beloved nail techs for the first time, and one thing is

The Life Cycle of a Pimple and How to Treat Each Stage, According to Dr. Pimple Popper

Image
We all know that dreaded feeling when a new pimple starts to form deep under the skin - the painful sensation is recognizable anywhere. We immediately go into damage control mode, freshly cleansing the area, layering on any acne spot treatment within arm's reach, and hoping for the best. Even still, the inevitable usually happens, and the zit grows no matter how much preemptive planning is involved. It's hard to stop a breakout in its tracks but not impossible. To do so, it helps if you understand the life cycle of a pimple - from the very start when you first feel it deep under the skin to the moment it finally fades away. Here, board-certified dermatologist and founder of SLMD Skincare , Sandra Lee, MD, AKA Dr. Pimple Popper , explained. First, What's Triggering Your Breakout? There are many different factors to consider when trying to pinpoint the cause of a new pimple . The main ones are genetics, hormones, environmental aggressors, and lifestyle. "If your pa

Hand Sanitizers Linked to 1 Factory Contain the Toxic Ingredient Methanol, Warns the FDA

Image
On June 19, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a warning on hand sanitizer manufactured by Eskbiochem SA de CV in Mexico due to a potential presence of methanol in the formula. Methanol, or wood alcohol, is a substance that can be toxic when absorbed through the skin or ingested and therefore is not an acceptable ingredient for hand sanitizers . This notice comes amid the global coronavirus pandemic where there was a temporary shortage of sanitation products like hand sanitizer due to the spike in demand . Nine types of hand sanitizer products manufactured by Eskbiochem are being called out as dangerous: All-Clean Hand Sanitizer Esk Biochem Hand Sanitizer CleanCare NoGerm Advanced Hand Sanitizer 75% Alcohol Lavar 70 Gel Hand Sanitizer The Good Gel Antibacterial Gel Hand Sanitizer CleanCare NoGerm Advanced Hand Sanitizer 80% Alcohol CleanCare NoGerm Advanced Hand Sanitizer 75% Alcohol CleanCare NoGerm Advanced Hand Sanitizer 80% Alcohol Saniderm Advanced Ha

How to Hold Brands Accountable For Their Lack of Diversity, According to Sharon Chuter

Image
At the beginning of June, in response to an outpouring of beauty brands having voiced their support for the Black community following George Floyd's death, Uoma Beauty founder and CEO Sharon Chuter launched the Pull Up Or Shut Up Challenge . Her goal was to challenge brands to publicly disclose the number of Black employees working in their offices and headquarters as a way to call attention to the fact that far too many of these companies have claimed to be allies, though their hiring practices don't always reflect that. According to Chuter, not only do Black people make up only eight percent of corporate roles in America and three percent of management roles but only four Black people in the US are CEOs of Fortune 500 companies. Since the percentage of Black college graduates in America is 10 percent, she explained that all brands should strive to hit that number when hiring. Within a few days of announcing the initiative, dozens of brands "pulled up" and shared

CoverGirl Added 44 New Products to Its Lineup, and This $10 Item Is Lili Reinhart's Favorite

Image
CoverGirl just launched an assortment of 44 new makeup and skin-care products today and they're all under $14. The brand's latest additions includes everything from complexion products to a new facial serums and bold pigments for lips, cheeks, and eyes - aka everything you need to refresh your entire beauty collection with new affordable finds . The collection is officially available online starting today, June 23, and will be coming to your local drugstore in July. As a part of its fall lineup, CoverGirl extended its Clean Fresh Collection, which is the brand's vegan beauty line. Back in December 2019, CoverGirl introduced the clean collection, which is formulated free of talc, sulfates, parabens, formaldehyde, phthalates, and mineral oil. Lili Reinhart , the face of CoverGirl's Clean Fresh campaign , has been a fan of the brand for years, but the clean drugstore line is truly the perfect fit for her. Of the newest product launches, her two favorites are the Clean

100+ Small-Tattoo Ideas For Your First Ink

Image
If you're nervous or stressed about a permanent tattoo , you're not alone. Removing a tattoo is no picnic, but committing to a single design among countless other letters, symbols, and shapes often has us feeling like Maggie Carpenter in Runaway Bride at the altar: terrified, confused, and suddenly doubtful. If you're stuck on where to start, we've got you covered with the best small-tattoo ideas. Whether you're seeking a deep, spiritual symbol; interested in a colorful flower ; or just testing the waters before committing to a full sleeve, these adorable mini tattoos showcase an array of abstract, typographic, and illustrative designs - except without all those scary strings attached. Read ahead to see our favorite designs! - With Lauren Harano, Haley Lyndes, Macy Cate Williams, and Marina Liao Related: 50 Tiny Friendship Tattoos You Won't Regret, Even If You Lose Touch Source: https://ift.tt/2kJsmgJ

Post Malone Just Shaved All of His Hair Off, and We Can Barely Recognize Him

Image
Post Malone is beloved for many reasons: his soothing voice , lovable personality, and perhaps most importantly, his signature curls . . . so much so that when he chopped off his ends to reveal a shorter 'do back in 2018, he jokingly begged fans not to stop listening to his music. While the singer's hair has definitely evolved since then, on Sunday, he debuted his most surprising cut yet on his Instagram: a completely bald look. That's right, the singer shaved off his beautiful curls and made room for a new skull tattoo. "I have cut my hair even shorter, also skeletons are cool," he captioned the photo. "Spread your heart as much as you can. A little love goes farther than you think. Stay strong, and keep kicking ass. Love, Austin." His new scalp tattoo adds to the singer's large collection of ink, including his famous face tattoos . Take a closer look at Malone's buzz cut below. Related: 30+ Sexy Pics of Post Malone That Got Us Sayin'

So You Popped That Pimple - Now What?

Image
In the event that you wake up to find a pimple on your face or body (we've all been there), you already know that the last thing you should do is pop it - any dermatologist will tell you that. While popping a pimple isn't recommended, we're aware that, for some people, it can be hard to fight the urge to take things into their own hands and do it anyway. If that's you, and you've already done the damage of popping a pimple , we talked to a dermatologist on what's really happening to your skin and what steps you should take immediately after. What Happens to Skin When You Pop a Pimple? It can be helpful for you to know exactly what's happening to your skin whether you've done the popping already or not. According to dermatologist Claire Chang, M.D. , when you do, you're causing more trauma and inflammation to the skin. "Touching your skin introduces more bacteria onto the skin that can lead to acne," she told POPSUGAR. "Squeezing

Fenty Beauty's New Slip Shine Lipstick Is So Easy to Apply, You Don't Even Need a Mirror

Image
Fenty Beauty just released the perfect makeup must have for summer. The new Slip Shine Sheer Lipstick ($22) is lightweight and locks in moisture, so it's comfortable to wear all day long. Just watch Rihanna apply it and you'll be totally sold. "This lipstick's my go-to when I want to slip on something that's comfortable and looks good. I love that I don't even have to think about it," Rihanna explains on the site. The lipstick is infused with pomegranate butter to condition your pout, so it's actually good for your lips. It comes in 10 different shades and glide on effortlessly. Read on to check them all out and treat yourself to our favorite summer beauty essential. Related: 8 Oui the People Products That'll Make You Feel Amazing in Your Own Skin Source: https://ift.tt/3eqTVI2

These Are the Things on Sale at Sephora Now That Made Us Say Whoa

Image
We like saving money as much as the next person, and we especially love when we stumble upon beauty products we wanted at full price that are now marked down. Summer's almost here, after all, and it's about time to freshen up our beauty stash for the season. We've picked out our favorite items on sale at Sephora now , marked down as much as 75 percent. We found deals from Tom Ford, Olehenriksen, Kaja, and more, making now a great time to try something new with a little less (financial) risk. Check out the best hair care , skin care , and makeup goodies on sale at Sephora right now, before they're all gone. Source: https://ift.tt/39dV2r5

What Does True Love Look Like? Lucy Hale Tattooing Her Dog's Name on Her Arm

Image
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lucy Hale (@lucyhale) on Jun 21, 2020 at 7:14am PDT If you need more proof that Lucy Hale is the best aunt and dog mom ever, just look at her two newest tattoos. On June 21, the Katy Keene star revealed via Instagram that she recently got two new tattoos, one honoring her dog Elvis , and the other for her nieces and nephew, Glenys, Lula, and Oliver. "For my loves," she captioned a post with photos of both tats. The first appears to be on the inside of one of Hale's arms, and it shows her maltipoo's name written in cursive. The second tattoo shows the numbers 14, 16, and 20 on her other arm, which are nods to the birth years of all three children. Both of them were done by Los Angeles-based celebrity tattoo artist Daniel Winter, also known as @winterstone . Hale frequently shares funny photos and videos of herself having fun with Elvis ( exhibit A ) and her nieces and nephe