Who would've thought that the scrunchies you wore as a child would come back as a bona fide fashion trend? Even though we didn't see it coming, we're grateful that this 90s staple is back: Because in addition to looking quite chic, scrunchies are great for keeping your hair out of your face. Plus, there are so many different styles to choose from — so you can wear them for pretty much any occasion; from your first day at college, to a date, or even a job interview. Vive la scrunchie!
It's autumn, and that means cozy sweaters, falling leaves... and chapped lips. No worries, a quick dab of lip balm is all you need to get your lips back in shape in no time. But ladies, listen up: What we put on our lips is also going into our bodies — and some lip balms include nasty chemicals. Parabens and pthalates are hormone disruptors, and certain preservatives like BHA (not to be confused with beta-hydroxy acids) may even have carcinogenic effects.
When a term receives a 308 percent search rate increase on Pinterest, you know you've got a new trend on your hands. Move over, rose gold, ombre, and platinum — "mushroom blonde" is here!
There are a lot of powerful skin care ingredients that can transform skin — and retinol might just be one of the most notoriously potent. It's got a real reputation for being strong — sometimes too strong; whether you have sensitive skin or not. Suffice it to say, there's a reason why new users are meant to build up their tolerance. Additionally, there are ingredients that should never be mixed with retinol, which is why many people opt for retinol alternatives.
If you're someone with oily, acne-prone skin, a chill probably runs through your bones when you hear the term "facial oil" Why the heck would you need such a thing? Your face clearly produces enough of that, right? That said, oil can actually be a positive thing for your skin — even for the oiliest of complexions (trust us).