Getty ImagesCoffeeAndMilk Imagine you could take all your skin concerns—hyperpigmentation, acne scars, dullness, fine lines—and peel them all away to reveal a new layer of glowy, healthy skin. That’s essentially what Fraxel lasers do. Which is why the on-the-rise treatment has become a solution for people serious about blasting away imperfections for good. “I use

As the days grow shorter and we march ever closer towards certain earth-obliterating doom, caring about things like “lookin’ cute for the ‘gram” and “maintaining a human appearance” can start to feel like especially foreign concepts. What does self-care look like in the age of environmental and political apocalypse? Certainly not buying a $26 lip

A little lube can go a long, long, long, long way. An additive for front door activities and a damn near necessity for backdoor ones, the shameless people of Amazon are effusive when describing their favorite slippery ingredient. “I just kept on plowing through like an angry rhino,” wrote one satisfied customer. Another happy user

At a time when a million plastic bottles are bought per minute (and 91 percent of all plastic isn’t recycled), one easy switch to being more sustainable is to start drinking out of a glass water bottle. Bkr has made that easy thanks to its chic designs, which have turned the reusable bottle into more

Getty ImagesMerilyn Smith 1 For Thick Hair This hair tie is a bit of a legend. It’s Amazon’s top-selling hair tie as well as well as a favorite in the beauty world. The unique spiral shape allows for a strong hold without any fuzz or kinks. Invisibobble Traceless Hair Ring, $8, sephora.com SHOP Advertisement –

Eyeshadow can intimidate a lot of makeup beginners. Take a look on Instagram and you’ll see intricate cut creases, gradients, color layers, and glitter. But it doesn’t have to be complicated. If you’re going for more of a natural, day-to-day eye look, you can start simple with a few neutral shadows subtly applied. Sounds easier

If you only had two words to describe the 2000s I guarantee Paris Hilton would top the list. After all, before the Kardashians or the Hadids or the Gerbers, there were the Hiltons: Nicky, and of course Paris, the original influencer, the original rich kid of reality television who we loved to hate. Paris is

The hair and makeup experts who crafted some of this year’s most memorable beauty moments explain how to re-create the magic. Makeup Beyoncé Larry Busacca Advertisement – Continue Reading Below Makeup Pro: Sir John In the past year alone, L’Oréal Paris celebrity makeup artist Sir John has created Beyoncé’s looks for her On the Run

M.A.C Powder Kiss Lipstick in Fall in Love $19; ulta.com SHOP NOW Chances are, you already have a M.A.C lipstick. This brand new launch from the brand, however, stands out for its lightweight, no-drag formula. The color on the tube looks intense, but goes on semi-sheer and with blotted, blurred edges so you can layer

For Concealers That Double As Tattoo Cover Ups Tattoo-haver and makeup enthusiast Amaal’s favorite products include Dermacol Foundation, NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer, and Colourpop’s No Filter Conceraler. Amaal suggests using a primer, like Fenty Beauty’s Primer, to create an even surface. Next, apply the foundation, and top with a setting spray so your cover up

Yves Saint Laurent Volupté Tint-in-Balm sephora.com $34.00 “I’m not as concerned with moody, fall shades as I am with addressing my autumnally dry lips. Leaving summer, I switch toward to hybrid products that have funky balms in the center, like a Chapstick was squeezed in the middle of a lipstick with a pastry bag. Citing

“I want her to make me a dewy dumpling!” said a production assistant, rather breathily, as we watched makeup artist Nam Vo literally glow in front of the camera. If the term “dumpling skin” is unknown to you, prepare to be initiated. It’s a loving phrase Vo has created and owned on her social media

Salicylic acid might just be the magic potion your skin routine needs to fight pimples. It’s the acid most commonly found in overnight, get-rid-of-pimples-quick products, as well as a number of exfoliators. But before you try acid, even at a very low, very safe dose, it’s best to know what exactly you’re putting in your

Priscilla Ono has experienced a lot of full-circle moments in her life. When the Fenty Beauty Global Makeup Artist (and personal Rihanna’s go-to) was just a 20-year-old budding makeup artist, she did what any makeup enthusiast would do—apply for a job at Sephora. “Only a year into doing makeup, I worked there for three years

What’s the longest you’ve gone without washing your hair? Mine was (gulp) seven whole days. I had just dyed my hair silver and avoided cleaning to preserve the color longer. My scalp was itchy. My hair looked greasy. I felt gross. Yet I kept styling it and sweating during workouts, then dousing my head in

There’s a reason the struggle bun prevails: Styling your hair is crazy time-consuming. And if you have textured hair, it’s even more of a commitment. Blowout-like results involve a minimum of four steps including washing, drying, brushing, and thenusing a flatiron. Cut down on your routine with these brushes that quickly straighten (and in some

Ask any dermatologist what their favorite sunscreen is, and chances are they’ll all name the same one: Elta MD UV Clear Broad Spectrum SPF 46. The universal praise for the mineral-based formula has been well documented in countless doctor interviews and by consumers (hello, 1,348 reviews and five stars). Now, it’s your turn to see

Adult-onset acne has to be the worst trade deal in the history of trade deals. It’s like…congrats on having to pay for health insurance, here’s a string of jawline acne the size of the Hawaiian Islands to go with it. My friends hated me in high school because I maintained perfectly clear, smooth skin despite

Back when my work commute was an hour and a half each way, I mastered on-the-go makeup application. It helped me find out which beauty products are most convenient, easy-to-use, and still effective in a hurry. Foundation sticks, in particular, were life savers. With no time for primer, and not enough stability to use a

Over the years, I’ve tried out tons of yoga mats. As a health and wellness writer and editor who regularly practices yoga and Pilates, I’ve had the chance to test out dozens of mats, including ones from well-known and widely trusted brands—Lululemon, Manduka, Gaiam—as well as upstarts like Gurus, a brand that makes yoga mats

Raise your hand if you’ve been personally victimized by New York City air—I sure have. From the germs coating the seats and poles on the subway to the thick (and smelly) air rife with pollutants, I’m constantly bombarded with these little terrors that leave my skin damaged, lifeless, and dry by the end of the

It’s officially cold outside, which means dry hand season is around the corner. Ahead, ten ELLE staffers dish on the hand lotion product void of “overpowering scent,” “the lotion equivalent of silk gloves,” and so much more. Eve Lom Time Retrat Hand Treatment nordstrom.com $50.00 “Don’t be mad at me for suggesting a $50 hand

ELLE Advertisement – Continue Reading Below When celebrities are in need of a serious decluttering intervention, they call The Home Edit. The Los Angeles and Nashville-based professional organizing team, led by Clea Shearer and Joanna Teplin, have used their Midas touch on the Kardashian-West household, Gwyneth Paltrow’s kitchen, Mandy Moore’s pantry, Olivia Culpo’s bathroom, Shay

Face masks are the ultimate treat-yourself moment, when you can nourish your skin and take twenty minutes to just relax. Pinterest, Reddit, and YouTube are full of DIY face mask recipes with ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen pantry. Five ELLE.com editors put five DIY face masks to the test to see if

The one thing everyone talks about with laser hair removal is the pain. When I’d tell friends I was considering it, they’d warn me with anecdotes like, “It hurts 10 times more than a Brazilian wax” or “It’s worse than getting a tattoo.” Then, they’d always follow up with, “It’s worth it!!” Never having to

Cold weather calls for cool hair. This winter, consider styles that stand up to the elements—high ponytails, Zulu knots, and more. Clayton Hawkins, the hairstylist who has worked with Elizabeth Olsen, Dakota Johnson, and Vanessa Hudgens provides major hair inspiration, ahead. Full Pony Hawkins pulls inspiration form Amanda Brugel and Gabrielle Union’s recent textured ponytails.

As someone who has struggled with controlling oil production on my face (I’ve tried primers, powders, marshmallow cushions, you name it), I consider myself an expert in all methods of mattifying. And while having oily skin is not a bad thing—hello, fountain of youth—I personally am not a fan of that shiny film that pops

My skin and I have a very complicated relationship. We’ve been through periods of true bliss and times of terror. We’re that on-again, off-again couple you love to hate, like Ross and Rachel from Friends…except I have yet to see if we fall back in love in the end. Often, I find myself internally screaming

It’s time we finally beat hair removal’s worst enemy: ingrown hair. Also known as bikini burns or razor bumps, they’re painful, irritating, and annoyingly prone to popping up just before beach vacations and romantic nights. Thankfully Marta Camkiran, an aesthetician at Haven Spa in New York, has a foolproof plan for fighting ingrown hairs commonly

There’s a dilemma I face nearly every morning I want to have a good hair day: Do I want clean hair or styled hair? If I wash my hair, I barely have enough time to dry it, let alone curl it. If I want perfect curls, I have to push the limits of dry shampoo