Just like we switch up our wardrobe for spring, swapping chunky sweaters and heavy boots for airy sundresses and light sandals, we should do the very same with our skin care. The weather changes bring about different requirements for our regimen, as the hydration and oil content of skin fluctuates. "If the air is dry in the winter. for instance, your skin is moister than the air, so the water evaporates more from your skin into the air," explains Lily Talakoub, MD, dermatologist at McLean Dermatology and Skincare Center. "In the summer, however, the humidity is greater outside than on your skin surface, so more water stays on your skin."
If you're a self-proclaimed mermaid lover like me, you'll do just about anything to rock a healthy head of hair. But did you know that the secret to your most nourished mane may actually be in the same place as your favorite mythical creature? That's right, when it comes to achieving a mermaid-worthy mane, it's all about embracing the antioxidant-rich properties of everyone's favorite under-the-sea green: seaweed.
Warmer weather is upon us and that means more time spent outdoors, soaking up the sun and just enjoying life. Who wants to spend their time caked in makeup, worried about touch-ups or meltdown? It might be time to put away the full coverage and try a lightweight foundation. These come in the form of tinted moisturizers, BB or CC cream, or a buildable coverage foundation. There truly is something for everyone, whether you're looking to hide blemishes or just balance out your skin tone. They are also chock-full of skin care benefits (including SPF), so instead of clogging pores and aggravating your skin, you're actually improving it.
Every spring, my allergies hit me full force and I'm a sneezing mess. But I usually stay away from allergy meds because they make me drowsy—and dozing off at my desk is not an option. After doing some research on more natural solutions, I came across something called "dry salt therapy" and decided to book an appointment for it at a spa in NYC. Fans of salt therapy say lying in a room with pink Himalayan salt does everything from make breathing easier to improve eczema to relieve stress.
After testing hundreds upon hundreds of beauty products (including over 500 personally tried by yours truly), we've finally selected our winners for the 2018 TotalBeauty Awards. While we were selecting the winners in a series of (very long) meetings, a few beauty trends started to emerge. Products with jelly textures were popping up across the board, decadent coconut-scented products were everywhere and the whole holographic situation really hit the stratosphere. Read on to get the scoop on some of the hottest 2018 beauty trends and our most-loved products.
