Who doesn’t love a drugstore steal? Apparently everyone’s fave, Rihanna, is not above using budget picks on her hair as her 2019 BET Awards style was achieved using styling products all under $10. Rih took the stage to present Mary J. Blige with a BET Lifetime Achievement Award and for the occasion, the singer’s longtime

The only thing you want to do with your hair during the summer is get it off your face. More often than not, that means resorting to a struggle bun (we’ve all been there), but there’s a chicer alternative currently trending among Instagram’s most-followed: thick headbands. Yes, headbands. Perhaps you haven’t thought about wearing one

It’s been 25 years since Mary J. Blige released her iconic second album My Life. To celebrate, Mary J. Blige is returning to her MAC roots as the new face of the brand’s Viva Glam campaign, also celebrating its 25th anniversary as well, to debut her very own limited-edition lipstick. The “Love Me” lipstick in

Have you ever gone three, four days without washing your hair, spritzed copious amounts of dry shampoo, and thought nothing of it? Turns out, all that product build-up can do serious damage to your hair health. Scalp care is the new skin care, and on top of using products like toners and exfoliators, one way

It’s time…to remove your acrylic nails. Sure, you’ve had a few good weeks of length and chicness, but there comes the fateful day when removing your set is a must. Dylan Pritchard, aka The Nail Whisperer, shared a few tips and tricks for removing your acrylic nails safely and effectively. She answered our most pressing

Courtesy It’s time to invest in a new mask. If your pores are feeling clogged, a blackhead removal mask can work to dislodge the buildup and reveal a clear radiant complexion. “If you are prone to blackheads, exfoliating can prevent dead skin cells and oil from becoming trapped in your pores and more blackheads from

As an editor, friends are naturally always asking me for my thoughts on different workout gear lines or which leggings I love. And while I am all for trying out the latest trendy activewear brand, inevitably, I always find myself recommending, and slipping into, my Lululemons. Yes, they’re pricey. But legitimately, I have pairs from

Supermud Activated Charcoal Treatment Mask Glam Glow sephora.com $25.00 A cult-favorite among the beauty community, this mask contains six exfoliating acids that work to fight skin concerns like large pores, dullness, uneven skin texture, and oiliness. Paint it on and wait 10 to 15 minutes in eucalyptus-scented bliss. 

Ulta Charcoal Brighten & Smooth Leg Mask Nair ulta.com In life there’s a catch-22 with everything, right? Take, for example, my hair. While I’m the lucky holder of the long-thick-hair gene, that also means the hair on my legs has the same gene. The hair on my head garners tons of compliments, while the hair

Beauty in the 1950s was dramatic. As Hollywood darlings Elizabeth Taylor, Audrey Hepburn, and Marilyn Monroe became the poster children for pointy, thick brows, colored lids, wispy babydoll eyes, and rich red lipsticks, women’s makeup routines became more and more extensive. Sleeping in a full face of makeup was common, as portrayed in a pivotal

Zendaya turned heads at a London photo call for Spider-Man: Far From Home when she debuted a brand new dye job: Her normally dark-colored strands were a hue of blood orange-red. And no, it’s not a wig—she confirmed that it is in fact a semi-permanent dye: The actress claims the new look is an homage

Summer SZN is here! And, in the words of Drake, most of us are “wearing less and going out more.” Aye! Nothing calls for a complete hair removal overhaul like swimsuit/crop top/off-the-shoulder/short-shorts season. However, booking your next in-salon waxing appointment might not be the highest priority on your to-do list (the cost isn’t exactly wallet-friendly,

Walk past any beauty aisle and you’ll see a plethora of products that claim to “shrink” pores or make them completely disappear. But, can you really shrink your pores? What makes them appear larger than life in the first place? We asked Dr. Howard Sobel, New York City dermatologist and founder of Sobel Skin, all

The excitement around every Pat McGrath latest release is as loud as the colorful and richly pigmented lipsticks she’s known for: Mother is entering the complexion game with the launch of Skin Fetish: Sublime Perfection foundation. Described as her “secret to runway radiance,” it’s the first release in the new Pat McGrath complexion trio, which

With summer finally upon us, the thought of chopping all your hair off has probably crossed your mind at least 10 times. I don’t blame you, I go through the same struggle every year. You’ve worked to grow out your hair for as long as you can remember, but with the sun beating down and

For Multipurpose Whirl Trio Interchangeable Styling Wand Set T3 sephora.com $300.00 Why we love it: T3’s famous SinglePass curling iron also comes in interchangeable barrels, using the same ionic technology to seal the cuticle for high-shine curls. It includes a 1″ straight barrel (for defined uniform curls), a 1.25-1.75″ tapered barrel (for textured, beach waves), and a

I’m on a one woman quest for the thickest eyebrows humanly possible. Eyebrows that would make Camilla Belle, Solange Knowles, and Lily Collins (the high priestesses of the eyebrow community) stop in their tracks and ask me my secret. Brows that Frida Kahlo herself would paint and hang just above Diego’s latest creation. Brows that…Okay,

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I’m pretty sure we’ve all scrolled past a picture of Kim Kardashian on the ‘gram and wondered how she achieves such glowing, sun-kissed skin from head to toe. We have a wealth of makeup tutorials that give us a glimpse into her radiant makeup looks, but what on earth does she use to look like

Jun 11, 2019 A life with a singular path can be a fruitful one—even if that path is a Mad Max-ian death race to possess the softest skin humanly possible. In part, it inspired me to study and understand products, which is useful knowledge when your job requires you to study and understand products. Call

As much as I love getting my hair done, I dread every single time I sit in a hair stylist’s chair. You see, I’m self conscious about my dry scalp. Dandruff. Flakes. Whatever you call it, it has afflicted me my whole life. I cringe every time a stylist starts brushing out my hair, shameful

Julien HekimianGetty Images Customers are no longer settling for brands that don’t represent them, which is why Rihanna’s empire—from Fenty Beauty and Savage X to her latest luxury fashion endeavor, Fenty—has gained the trust of fans time and time again. But, Rihanna’s commitment to inclusivity doesn’t stop at 40-plus shade ranges and diverse models—it’s all

FX changed the landscape of television with the premiere of its groundbreaking Ryan Murphy drama, Pose, back in June 2018. The show made history by not only having the largest ever transgender cast in series-regular roles on television, but also tapping Janet Mock to be the first trans woman of color to direct and write

It’s officially sandal season, and given the new trend of barely-there footwear, I’ve been extra conscious of the state of my feet. Calluses, ashiness, and month-old chipped polish have got to go. One secret I’ve been relying on when these warmer days took me by surprise? Press-on toenails. Yup, I’m talking adhesive fake, painted toenails

Getty Images No matter what’s on my shopping to-do list, my drugstore runs almost always include a quick trip to the makeup aisle to stock up on everything from liquid liners, compact eyeshadow palettes, and my desert island beauty staple, mascaras. I fall into the category of women with short, stubby lashes, a frustration that

Summer is here! Any prep for the new season—like planning vacations, buying new swimsuits, and downloading beach reads—should also include a beauty overhaul. Since nothing pairs better with off-the-shoulder tops and sundresses than gorgeous, healthy skin, we spoke to board-certified dermatologist Dr. Marnie Nussbaum for expert advice on how to get just that. But first,

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Though Jessica Alba now helms a billion-dollar clean lifestyle empire, there was a time when the actress-turned-business mogul was apprehensive about switching to a non-toxic makeup routine. She had the same reservations most people have when it comes to “green” products: it felt intimidating. “I was freaked out as a new mom. I’m not a