Take one stroll down the makeup aisle and you may feel like you're being bombarded with a lesson in the ABCs. With BB, CC, DD and even EE creams taking over the cosmetic game, many people are veering away from traditional foundation formulas in favor of these more lightweight options. BB cream works as an all-around airbrushing product, DD cream provides daily defense and EE cream offers extra exfoliation for more even skin. Here, we're focusing on CC creams — the holy grail of alphabetical face makeup products for anyone whose skin is prone to redness, discoloration or sallowness — or could simply use a brightening boost.
When you think of someone who suffers from acne, we bet something like a vivid "before" photo from a Proactiv commercial pops into your head. The occasional zit isn't considered acne, right? According to cosmetic dermatologist Dr. Kimberly Jerdan, even one or two pop-ups of these unwanted puss-filled visitors is considered acne. Read on to find out what causes random breakouts, plus a few tips on preventing acne.
Summer music festival season has finally arrived. A season in which our glitter supply runneth over, a season when neglected pastel hues and bright colors reemerge from the depths of our beauty closets, and when highlighter is unapologetically applied to every cheekbone across the land. Music festivals provide you the opportunity to experiment with new trends and new products and to not let those nine-to-five inhibitions or restrictions dictate what you wear on your face or in your hair. The following products are ideal for your summer festival bag because they're easy to transport, will keep your skin healthy and give you the opportunity to experiment with new looks.
Who among us doesn't love a multitasking beauty product? Strobing blushes might just be the next dual-use product to add to your arsenal: They're perfect for streamlining your routine since they deposit color and shine onto your cheeks in one fell swoop.
When it comes to maintaining a freshly dyed 'do, it's incredibly important to upgrade your hair care routine to suit your new mane's needs. After all, without the proper TLC, your color could wash right down the drain. One of the best things you can do to care for your color is stock your shower with color-safe shampoo and conditioner and a quality hair mask to revive your tresses once or twice a week. Outside the shower, keep heat tool styling to a minimum and sleep on silky pillowcases that won't disrupt your hair's cuticle.
