$30 at FekkaiSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story TL;DR: What it is: A dry shampoo and hair oil What it does: The dry shampoo sops up greasy roots while the oil adds shine and smooths fly-aways Who it’s for: Anyone looking to refresh hair in a pinch It’s no secret that I’m a lazy…
$28 at InnisfreeSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story TL;DR: What it is: Exfoliating toner pads What it does: Deep-cleans pores and gently sloughs off dead skin cells Who it’s for: Anyone looking to treat and prevent breakouts and blackheads without irritating skin For at least half my life, I’ve had acne. Big blackheads, inflamed…
$175 at RodialSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story TL;DR: What it is: An undereye cream What it does: Firms and tightens fine lines and wrinkles in the eye area Who it’s for: Anyone looking for an eye cream that targets crow’s-feet and dark circles As a beauty director, I’ve seen and tried it all….
Collage: Paula Balondo; Source images: Courtesy of brandsSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story Apples may be synonymous with fall, but they never really go out of season. Thankfully, neither do the best apple perfumes. Fruity and juicy, sweet, and tart—and perfectly ripe for unexpected pairings—apple contains endless possibilities as a fragrance note. It’s no…
Katie CoffeeSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story In Cynthea Corfah’s junior year of high school, she won a pageant and moved on to the next level of competition: regionals. Though she was having an eczema flare, for her casual look, she wore a floral sundress that went a little past her knees but didn’t…
Photo: Getty ImagesSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story Elton John might have stepped into Christmas, but Christina Aguilera is diving into it fingers-first. The iconic vocalist is currently promoting Christina Aguilera: Christmas in Paris, which is pretty much exactly what you've probably guessed it is. For the 25th anniversary of her beloved Christmas album,…
Photo: Getty ImagesSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story When it comes to personal beauty preferences, I'm definitely a lower-maintenance kinda gal. But boy, do I have the utmost respect for those who go all-out with their hair and makeup. Take Sabrina Carpenter, for example: Her signature look always includes a voluminous blowout and fully…
Collage: Paula Balondo; Source images: Courtesy of Allure editors and brandsSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story When this glowing, futuristic face contraption entered my home, my two kids immediately dubbed it “Mommy’s dress-up helmet.” Fair. But the TheraFace Mask Glo isn’t just good for my kids' entertainment, it’s Therabody’s latest full-face, at-home device, expanding…
Photo Credit: Heather HazzanSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story When it comes to finding the best gifts from Ulta Beauty, the fun part is that the retailer truly has something for everyone—so much so that choosing from so many great options can feel a little overwhelming. That’s why we pulled together a curated list…
Collage: Gabrielle Langdon; Source images: Polly Blitzer; Courtesy of brandSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story Testing red light therapy for hair loss feels a little like speed dating for your scalp. You try one device and wait three months. No sparks. Try another. Still thinning. One smells suspiciously like hot plastic. Another has to…