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  1. father’s day gifts June 9, 2026

    Make Him Smell Nice: The Best Grooming Gifts for Father’s DayFrom better shaves to skin-care and sleep upgrades, his daily routine will feel easier, cleaner, and more elevated with these gifts.
  2. beauty aisle June 3, 2026

    What Dermatologist Kavita Mariwalla Buys at the Drugstore“It’s one of the most underrated products in the skin-care aisle.”
  3. recommended by experts June 3, 2026
  4. skin-care treatments June 1, 2026
  5. this thing’s incredible May 29, 2026

    I Replaced My Tretinoin With This $30 Retinal CreamThis ingredient is gaining popularity because it’s more potent than retinol and less irritating than tretinoin. Our beauty writer put it to the test.
  6. strategist explains May 27, 2026

    What’s the Difference Between 16and16 and 16and50 Foundations?Is that drugstore foundation dupe really as good as the luxury version? Our beauty writer put them to the test.
  7. trust me i should know May 22, 2026

    How I Get My Very Soft Hair to Hold a StyleSoft hair is nice until it can’t hold a style. Here’s our beauty writer’s step-by-step styling routine for her too-silky hair.
  8. recommended by experts May 20, 2026

    Makeup for People Who Think They’re Bad at MakeupWhat separates good makeup from great makeup? Top pros share the tricks and tools that will elevate your look.
  9. strategist brain May 20, 2026

    On My Mind: I’d Bring Blush to a Desert Island“Now at 46, blush is the thing that makes me look alive and awake.”
  10. ask a cool person May 13, 2026

    The Sunscreens Teens Will Actually Wear“It’s really light — it doesn’t feel icky and gross.”
  11. i keep seeing this May 13, 2026

    Thanks, It’s a WigletHer name is Kiki — and she’s the secret behind Housewives’ Margaret Josephs’ chic, platinum bob.
  12. trust me i should know May 11, 2026

    These Press-on Lashes Are the Easiest to Apply — and Look Most Natural, TooOur beauty writer says these faux lashes are so easy to apply, she’s even done them in the car before an event.
  13. trust me i should know May 7, 2026

  14. What J.Lo’s Makeup Artist Buys at the Drugstore“It’s an old drag-queen trick I learned years ago.”
  15. mother’s day gifts May 5, 2026

    Beauty Gifts You Can Still Get in Time for Mother’s DayThere’s still time. Here are 17 gifts for the beauty-loving mom in your life that will arrive before Mother’s Day.
  16. mother’s day gifts May 1, 2026
  17. beauty aisle Apr. 29, 2026
  18. self-tanner Apr. 29, 2026

    The 11 Very Best Self-TannersIncluding one that Rio Viera-Newton calls “absolutely undetectable.”
  19. strategist explains Apr. 29, 2026

    Dry, Brittle Hair? You’re Using Too Many Protein Masks.Protein treatments are the go-to for damaged hair, but experts say you can overdo it, making hair drier and more brittle. Here’s how to counteract it.

  20. I Designed the Beachwaver“I’m always thinking about how to make it easier for people to do their hair at home.”

  21. A Bunch of Glossier Is Up to 30 Percent Off Right NowSelect Glossier is 30 percent off, including the celeb-coveted Balm Dotcoms to the sunscreen our editors buy again and again.

  22. First Aid Beauty’s Sensitive-Skin Products Are 30 Percent Off Right NowIt’s a great time to stock up on your favorite products or try something new from the skin-care line designed for sensitive skin.
  23. shampoo and conditioner Apr. 22, 2026

    The 12 Very Best Shampoos for Fine HairWith specific picks to battle oil, add volume, and restore moisture.

  24. The Shampoo That Made My Fine Hair BouncyThe kind of soft, swishy bounce you get only after a good blowout.
  25. shampoo and conditioner Apr. 22, 2026

    The 17 Very Best ShampoosFor dry hair, thinning hair, frizzy hair, and curls.

  26. The Sephora Sale Ends Tonight. Here’s What Our Beauty Writer Would Buy.Our beauty writer would use her 20 percent discount on pricey hair and face tools, all-time favorites, and new launches she’s been eyeing.
  27. mother’s day gifts Apr. 20, 2026
  28. strategist explains Apr. 15, 2026

    Do I Need Hyaluronic Acid in My Nail Polish?Hyaluronic acid, glycolic acid, and even retinol are showing up in nail care. Should we be treating nails like we treat skin?
  29. self-tanner Apr. 10, 2026

    Bondi Sands Self-Tanning Foam Is a Steal Right NowOur best overall pick for self-tanners is on sale at Amazon and Ulta.
  30. this thing’s incredible Apr. 8, 2026

    The Foundation Brush That Got Me to Stop Using My FingersThis triangular-shaped makeup brush is a game-changer for applying foundation.
  31. beauty aisle Apr. 8, 2026

    What Dermatologist Angelo Landriscina Buys at the Drugstore“This is a controversial one, but these are totally fine if used correctly.”

  32. The Best Skin-Care Routine for Your 30sYou can build your whole routine for under $150.
  33. beauty aisle Apr. 3, 2026

    What Nail Pro Gina Eppolito Buys at the Drugstore“I tend to have bags under my eyes, and it literally erases them.”
  34. skin-care treatments Apr. 2, 2026

    The Best Skin-Care Routine for Your 50sHint: You don’t have to clear your whole skin-care shelf at the turn of a new decade.
  35. beauty aisle Mar. 27, 2026
  36. amazon big spring sale Mar. 26, 2026

    Solawave Makes One of the Best Red-Light Tools — It’s $118 on AmazonThe multitasking red-light, microcurrent, massaging, and warming tool is 30 percent off during the Amazon Big Spring Sale.
  37. strategist explains Mar. 25, 2026

    Why Is Your Dandruff Always Lurking?If you’ve experienced dandruff once, you’ve likely had it again (and again). Here’s what is behind the flakes and how to get them under control.
  38. skin-care treatments Mar. 24, 2026

  39. The Very Best Lash SerumsIncluding prostaglandin-free options.
  40. ask a cool person Mar. 19, 2026

    The Skin and Hair Products Teen Boys Are Using Right NowFrom skin-care to styling products, teen boys are surprisingly invested in their routines. Our writer asked teens what they use — and took notes.
  41. trust me i should know Mar. 18, 2026

    Hair Tools That Make Styling EasyGetting a salon-quality blowout or waves at home is getting easier thanks to tools that do the work for you. Our beauty writer put them to the test.
  42. hair styling Mar. 13, 2026

    The Very Best Hair GelsFor hold and definition.
  43. strategist explains Mar. 12, 2026

    What Are Spicules — and Do I Need Them in My Skin-care Routine?Spicules, tiny needles in skin serums, are the buzziest K-beauty ingredient right now. But do they work? Experts explain.
  44. trust me i should know Mar. 2, 2026

    I Didn’t Expect Perimenopause to Start With My TeethDid you know midlife hormonal shifts can affect your teeth? Dry mouth, cavities, inflamed gums — they’re all connected to estrogen loss.

  45. The Very Best Hot RollersSets for every hair type and texture to give you bouncy, long-lasting curls.
  46. i keep seeing this Feb. 27, 2026

    Can a Perfume Actually Make Me Feel Better?“Functional” fragrances claim to boost your mood or help you feel more calm and focused. Experts tell us if they work.
  47. trust me i should know Feb. 25, 2026

    Yes, You Can Wash Your Hair Every DayWashing hair daily gets a bad rap, but experts say if your hair is dirty, it’s perfectly fine to wash it — as long as you use the right product.
  48. self-tanner Feb. 18, 2026
  49. strategist explains Feb. 18, 2026

    Do DHT Shampoos Actually Work for Hair Loss?These shampoos claim to slow hair-shedding. We asked the experts how much they help — and where they fall short.
  50. strategist explains Feb. 12, 2026

    Pain During Sex Isn’t Normal. Here’s How to Stop It.If sex hurts, it’s not something you’re supposed to “push through.” Experts explain dyspareunia and how to treat it. More Articles