It's the most wonderful time of the year — to stock up on the latest and greatest beauty products, that is. Spoil your giftees rotten with things they wouldn't normally buy themselves (but totally deserve). Keep reading; we've got a list of the best beauty stocking stuffers — at every price point — for everyone on your list.
Retinol has been a choice skin care ingredient for skin care experts since the 80s, but it's really picked up momentum in the last couple years, as its anti-aging benefits continue to be proven in study after study. The ingredient is going absolutely nowhere, and more skin care brands are crafting their own versions at a breakneck pace. Ahead, we've rounded up seven just-launched retinol products that are absolutely worth your bread.
Thanks to years of habitual SPF application — even at times when it caused others to look at me like I was a weirdo for slathering product on like clockwork — and a skin care regimen that I rarely stray from, my skin is pretty damn good. Especially given my ultra-fair complexion and especially considering I live in Phoenix where the sun shines brightly 299 days out of the year.
These days, women often spend as much time getting ready for the gym as they do for after-work cocktails or weekend brunch. But it's not all about the latest athleisure finds: Looking and feeling your best when working out is also about proper beauty prep and after-care. What exactly does that entail? We turned to a pro to find out. Here are all the beauty products founding trainer of celebrity hot spots Rumble Boxing and Rumble Training, Erika Hammond, counts on to stay glowing from pre-workout to post-workout selfie.
What a bright time, it's the right time... to gift some K-beauty away! This holiday season, give the gift of bright, dewy, glowing skin by picking out some of the best Korean skin care products around. From cult faves, to the hottest new releases, to face masks galore, these gift sets are perfect to put under the tree.
The globetrotter in your life thrives on discovering new faraway places — but that doesn't mean they don't miss the small comforts of home. One of the best ways to feel like yourself in a new place is to have your favorite accoutrements with you, including basic toiletries, your go-to skin care products and all the gadgets that make your life easier — as well as a few luxury treats for some self-pampering at the end of a long day. We've got all the above covered in this round up of holiday gifts, tailor-made for your favorite world traveler.
Candy canes and peppermint mochas are two of our favorite treats this time of year. But they're not the only way to enjoy a refreshing jolt of mint. You can find peppermint in a host of beauty products, including lip balms, foot scrubs, and face oils. According to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, peppermint oil, when applied topically, can help relieve pain associated with headaches and muscle aches as well as itching. Plus, research published in the International Journal of Neuroscience finds that inhaling the scent of peppermint leads to increased alertness and cognitive performance. So what are you waiting for? Add these peppermint-infused beauty products to your routine for a major boost.
Sing with us: "It's the most wonderful time of the year!" Which also means it's officially time for holiday gift shopping. Sometimes, it's hard to find the perfect presents for your mom, sister, BFF, or what-have-you. But here's an idea everyone will surely love: skin care gift sets! They are something all your loved ones will appreciate (and they won't break the bank, thanks to the fact that they often come at a discount). So, to help you shop for everyone on your list, we've rounded the best holiday skin care gift sets in town. Read on!
Love having a sleepover with your pals? Then why not make it extra fun — and good for the skin — with some face masks? And since you and your friends don't necessarily have the same skin needs and issues, multi-masking is a great way to customize your mask to your skin type.
We're suckers for adorable packaging and we cannot resist holiday beauty drops. So as far as we're concerned, there isn't anything better than a beauty ornament for the holidays. (No offense to those nostalgic Christmas tree ornaments mom and dad have been hanging up for decades.)
Sheet masks are basically a beauty godsend — they easily saturate your skin with skin-boosting ingredients such as vitamins, ceramides and peptides. And this time of year, they're especially key: As the winter season hits hard, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Adarsh Vijay Mudgil, MD suggests seeking out the masks that are the most chock-full of hydrating and moisturizing ingredients.
There's a reason why witch hazel is so popular — it's a natural botanical skin care ingredient that can do just about everything. It's a natural astringent that happens to have anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. It also helps control oil production for a more balanced — not to mention clearer — complexion. Heck, it even serves as a popular home remedy for sunburns (and even hemorrhoids).
It's that time of the year again... when shopaholics can score the best deals for the holidays! Come on, who doesn't enjoy getting crazy sales and promos?? Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales are especially helpful when shopping for your skin care and beauty needs — it's one of the only times of year when some of the spendiest brands go on sale. This is also a good opportunity to stock up for the following year, or buy gifts for your loved ones.
If it's true that beauty comes from within — then can anti-aging start there too? According to Dr. Alexander Schauss, one of the nation's foremost experts on skin aging, the answer is... maybe.
You may have noticed something called "galactomyces ferment filtrate" — aka "Pitera," or just "galactomyces" for short — in some of your favorite Asian skin care products. But what is it really — and how good is it for your skin?
Struggling in a bit in the gift-giving arena? We're of the mind that you can't go wrong with beauty products — especially since there's something out there for everyone. From hardworking hand creams for your hardworking co-worker, to CBD-infused face masks for your free-spirited friends, to vodka-infused bath sets for your party-loving bestie, we've picked out the perfect gifts for everyone on your shopping list.
The cold, dry air of winter is already upon us. This means that it's time for you to combat dry winter skin and all the itchiness, irritation and redness that comes along with it. Retaining your skin's natural moisture may be a bit more challenging during the colder days. Outside, the lack of humidity in the air dries out your complexion — and when you go inside, the blasting heaters can make things even worse.
In addition to treating sunburns, aloe vera can actually do a lot for your skin. There's a reason it's such a popular ingredient for beauty products: It's packed with vitamins and antioxidants — and as such, it's great for soothing troubled skin, as well as keeping your complexion fresh and dewy. The best part? It's so gentle that ALL skin types can benefit from its goodness.
