We all want to treat ourselves to super expensive skin care products; spending without a care in the world, like we're Scrooge McDuck and we've got a vault full of gold coins we can swim through.
When health devotees aren't sipping celery juice or kombucha, they're likely slurping bone broth (preferably whilst waxing poetic about the stuff, of course). If you thought grandma's chicken noodle soup was the miracle cure-all, lots of fans think bone broth has it beat. (Sorry, Gran.)
Doing an entire ten-step skin care routine can be tiring — especially for the busy (and/or lazy) gals whodon't have the time and energy to apply all those products, just to achieve glass skin.
These days, it seems like everyone has hopped aboard the kombucha train. That's because the fermented drink is loaded with probiotics, aka good bacteria that are key for a healthy gut. But, as it turns out, putting probiotics on your face can have some benefits too. They're particularly useful for those who have skin conditions like acne, eczema and rosacea since they help balance your skin. Kombucha is also chock full of antioxidants, which help protect skin from free radical damage that causes aging. Luckily, it's easier than ever to find kombucha skin care products. Here are our favorites for glowing skin.
Though they may seem like an unnecessary step in your skin care routine, toners actually play a vital role in the health of your skin barrier and can contribute to a balanced, brilliant, healthy-looking complexion. As the name implies, they tone your skin by rebalancing your pH level (it should be right around 5.5), which gets disrupted when you cleanse your face. They also can target certain issues you may be dealing with, including large pores, acne, dryness, oily skin and even aging issues. Today, we're helping you determine which type of toner is best for your skin type — and we're throwing you some product recommendations while we're at it.
Search #BeautyFridge on Instagram right now and you'll see that over 1,000 people are keeping their serums, sheet masks and moisturizers — and everything else in between — chillin' in the cold in tiny mini fridges, specially designed for beauty products and skin care.
If you're already on the jade roller bandwagon, you know all the benefits: How these little beauties stimulate your lymphatic system, making your skin looks less puffy. How they improve circulation and decrease undereye circles. How rolling can actually help improve product absorption... and, perhaps most importantly of all, how amazingly Instagrammable the precious stone-hewn tools look on your vanity.
You've had a long day; things were hectic... and now all you want to do is sit back, relax and practice a little self-care. And what better way to do that than to indulge in some fun face masks while you catch up on your favorite Netflix shows?
One of the best summer activities would have to be spending the day at the beach. Seriously, it's super relaxing to lie there on the sand, listening to the ocean's waves as you hang with your friends or catch up on a page-turning novel. But if you're not careful, all that fun in the sun can leave you with a nasty sunburn. According to a study published in Mayo Clinic Proceedings, getting five or more blistering sunburns between ages 15 and 20 increases your risk of melanoma (the deadliest form of skin cancer) by 80 percent and non-melanoma skin cancers (basal cell and squamous cell) by 68 percent — which are some pretty sobering statistics.
So, you're officially a thirty-something. What now?
Well... it's time to get serious about your skin care: The days of your vibrant-without-trying twenty-something skin are behind you now. And, on the horizon in your 30s, are some changes: A drop off of collagen and elastin production and other noticeable signs of aging. Goodbye, smooth, supple and radiant skin. (Hello, fine lines and dull, dry skin.)
Dealing with oily and combination skin can be tough: You've got to be blotting-paper ready all hours of the day, and, more often then not, you're dealing with breakouts.
Sometimes, the world of CBD beauty products feels murky. Does it actually do all the things people say it does? Can it get you high? Is it legal? And... what exactly is it?
Caviar limes aren't your typical limes: Discovered in Australia, they look like teensy cucumbers on the outside and have tasty, citrusy, sweet little caviar-like beads (hence the name) on the inside.
DIY hacks are everywhere nowadays. Log on to Facebook and you're guaranteed to find a DIY something on your newsfeed, right? The hobby of making it all on your own is cheap, easy and fun — or so they say. As you read this there's probably some Pinterest addict building a table out of trash or slathering a turmeric yogurt mask on their face. However, there are some things, that perhaps, we shouldn't do on our own: Such as skin care.
The next time someone asks you, "What are the three things you'd bring with you to a deserted island?" your first response should be, "Sunscreen!" Good old SPF is a vital part of everyone's skin care regimen no matter what your skin color, whether you're a month old or in your 100s, and whether you live in the desert, on the beach, or in the rainiest part of the world.
Pretty much everyone loves using sheet masks. And who wouldn't? They're rejuvenating, totally Instagrammable, and they leave your skin feeling amazing. However, it's important to ensure that you're using the right one for your skin type and needs. After all, you don't want to waste cash on something that won't work for you, or worse... be the cause of your breakout.
This summer, fruit-scented beauty products are everywhere — even more than usual, that is. Everyone from your drugstore faves, to cutesy indie brands and even the luxe, prestige lines are hopping on the bandwagon. It makes sense: Scented beauty products are a sensorial experience — so, much like eye-catching packaging, these little extras can make a simple product seem that much more luxurious. They also offer a bit of a throwback factor... if you remember Sanrio products, magic markers or scented glitter gels from decades past, you're sure to love these fruit-scented offerings. Check out some of our favorite fruity beauty products this summer and pick some up for yourself!
Known as the heart of Korean skin care, the essence is a staple of the 10-step routine. Outside of K-beauty, however, the essence doesn't seem to be, well, essential. They're honestly kinda misunderstood and their purpose can seem somewhat unclear. Is it a toner? Is it a serum? Is it just... fancy water?
We've seen skin compared to everything from glass to honey to dewy dumplings, but we haven't heard it likened to the weather. That is, until cloudless skin came along. Unsurprisingly, the cloudless skin trend hails from — where else? — South Korea.
