It wasn't long ago that collagen was something we only thought of when shopping for anti-aging treatments. Today, Instagram is flooded with #collagenpowder which has found its way into everything from cookies to smoothies. Is collagen something we should actually be ingesting? Turns out, yes! And it's not as unappetizing as it sounds.
What would you say if we told you we could cut your beauty product budget in half (or more)? Thanks to the astute skin care addicts of Reddit, that's not as outlandish a statement as it seems. We've mined the skin care addiction subreddit for all the best product dupes of some of the most popular skin care products out there, from buzzy brands like Glossier and Drunk Elephant to luxury beauty counter faves like SK-II and Estee Lauder. Ready to meet your favorite product's cheaper doppelgänger? Read on for 11 amazing dupes.
There's something about summer that inspires us to experiment with our hair. From funky colors and highlights to adorable accessories that match our favorite summer dress, 'tis the season for festive 'dos. Though our creativity is flowing, high temps, never-ending humidity and splashes of chlorine and salt water can put a major damper on our style. When you're not sure what to do or are stuck in a hair rut, braids are a classic go-to that just about everyone can sport. From long to short, curly to straight, we found some easy-to-replicate braided hairstyles that will spice up your summer strands.
Everyone thinks skin care tools are awesome until they actually try them for a few months. You know the scene: you bought an extremely pricey beauty gadget only to find your skin isn't brighter, smoother and your jawline looks as bumpy as a rock. You continue using it only because you can't imagine something so expensive not actually working. But sadly, it doesn't work and you're out $200.
Bangs really are the fastest way to pull a hair look together. Somehow they make the most simple bun or ponytail take on a new life. But bangs take patience and a little extra effort — and the results are so worth it.
