Whether it's because you've had a late night, an early morning or some evil combination of both, some days (AKA every day) you just need a little more help when it comes to looking wide awake. Sure, you could layer eye cream and concealer and color corrector and brightener. Or, you could just reach for one of the new multi-tasking eye products that combine all of those benefits (and more) in one convenient step. Here, seven of our favorites that will get the job done when you need to look bright-eyed and bushy-tailed like, now.
Pimples and social media: both are basic — and largely unavoidable — parts of everyday life, at least in this day and age. And both have the ability to make us feel incredibly ostracized.
You've seen the meme, right? You know — this one. While it's funny, it's message is true: if you did wear those sandals a decade or so ago, it's time to start implementing a serum into your skin care regimen. In addition to washing off makeup at night, applying moisturizer in the morning and sunscreen every day, a nightly serum is another step to check off. While it might seem premature, dermatologists agree a facial serum in your 20s will help decrease the emergence of wrinkles and lines as you inch toward the next decade.
The skin care industry is full of buzzy ingredients promising to transform an ordinary complexion into brighter, younger, healthier skin. While some of these ingredients are hot for only a season and fade away, there are a few tried-and-true game changers that skin experts depend on day in and day out. If you've ever been to a dermatologist or esthetician, it's likely you've heard of vitamin C skin care. Most of the time, vitamin C is recommended to brighten or even out uneven skin tones, but there is so much more to this powerhouse ingredient. We talked with Houston-based cosmetic and dermatologic surgeon Dr. Suneel Chilukuri about the benefits of incorporating vitamin C into a daily skin routine.
Do you use facial sprays or setting sprays that tend to fall a little flat — or perhaps you use them and don't really see any benefits. We think that makeup setting sprays should be an extension of your skin care and makeup routines as well as reflect your individual taste and style. No longer do you need to spray your face with chemically scented potions that do little for your complexion. There are a number of facial sprays that have really upped their game with added benefits like hydration, scent, shimmer, a finish of your choice and skin care properties. So if you're oily, dry, somewhere in between or just looking to up your glow, check out one of these awesome new facial sprays and see which one will be your new go-to.
Have you ever had one of those magical days when you look at your makeup-free face and realize that your bare skin actually looks better than if you were wearing foundation? It's rare, but it happens. And finding the right skin care picks can help you have those unicorn days a little more frequently.
With so many different skin care products on the market, it's hard to know which serums, essences, lotions, creams and oils can be used together — and in what order they should be applied. Some combinations work beautifully together (Vitamins C and E) while others are a recipe for irritation (acids and retinol). And with new innovations hitting the market all the time, it's harder than ever to create an a la carte beauty regime.
Have you ever tried beauty products containing propolis or royal jelly? You may even be asking yourself what these ingredients are. If you're familiar with honey-infused beauty products, royal jelly and propolis are two other natural ingredients that come from bees and are commonly used in skin care for their soothing, antiseptic and anti-aging properties.
You're looking forward to your vacay but you're not too pumped about the inevitable skin issues that come with flying. We feel you. With about half as much humidity on the plane as our skin is used to, our complexions often feel dragged down mid-flight. What's more, when skin gets super dry, it compensates by producing more sebum, which means shine-city come landing. However, with some advanced planning and expert packing, you can ensure that your skin is well prepared to battle the effects of plane travel. By arming yourself with moisturizers, facial sprays, sunscreen, lip balm, face masks and more, you might just even find that your skin looks even better than when you stepped on the plane.
Wearing sunscreen might be non-negotiable, but that doesn't mean we have to suffer through our daily application of the stuff. If you loathe putting on sunscreen, the problem might simply be that you haven't yet found the right formula. There are so many sunscreen deliveries to choose from including sprays, mineral powders, gels and tinted lotions, yet many of us still seem to default to traditional thick lotions. Formulas have come a long way, and there's one product aiming to convert the haters: sunscreen sticks.
It's ironic that we have bathroom vanities and makeup bags overflowing with products but, come bedtime, it seems like a monumental effort just to wash our face. Forget about a 10-step regimen using toners, essences, sheet masks and night creams. At the end of a long day, we're lucky if we have enough energy to properly remove our makeup. Instead of adding more steps to our routines, we need beauty products that require the least amount of effort to apply but get the job done. That's where skin care products with stick applicators come in.
Step away from your electronic facial cleansing brush — there's a new kid on the block. Allow us to introduce you to konjac sponges. If they sound familiar, that's because they're not technically a new innovation. They are, however, picking up major traction in the beauty world — and for good reason. Unlike electronic facial cleansing brushes or abrasive physical exfoliating particles in face washes, scrubs and masks, konjac sponges are known for being gentle enough for even the most sensitive skin. Intrigued? Keep reading.
Is it just us, or is finding the perfect cleanser something of a challenge? With all the different formulas made for all the different skin types, it's almost as hard as finding a pair of jeans that actually fits.
Did you know lavender (or Lavandula) comes from the mint family? Or that there are 47 different varieties of the flowering plant? We love it for its distinct herbaceous-floral fragrance and beautiful light purple color. Lavender is very soothing, especially as an essential oil. It's often found in spas — from the fragrance in the air to the smell of the products used. Lavender is also used as a natural treatment for anxiety, insomnia, depression and stress-relief. The plant itself has anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties and produces a natural insect repellent.
Once upon a time, not quite so long ago, sheet masks were a product almost exclusively available from the (majorly) expensive luxury brands. They were a serious splurge, a special treat reserved for only the most special of occasions. Fast-forward to today and, lucky for all of us, that's no longer the case. Drugstore brands have gotten into the sheet mask game in a big way, offering no shortage of fabulous formulas to treat any and every complexion concern. Here, seven of our favorites, all ringing in at $4 or less — proof positive that you don't have to spend big bucks for great skin.
Beauty products are so niche that we can get ones for each specific body part. Think about lip masks, eye creams, chin masks, hand creams and foot treatments. There are even products specially formulated for elbows and necks. It's great to have tailored products but when we're applying 27 different creams and serums morning and night, it can get a bit excessive. It's during these times we might feel the need to take a Marie Kondo-like approach and streamline our routines with products that can literally be applied from head to toe.
I'd been considering cryotherapy for some time now thanks to an old gym injury that has left me with chronic pain in my lower back. After trying chiropractic adjustments, yoga, stretching (basically anything non-surgical), I just assumed it was something I was going to deal with on a regular basis. Just about everything I've tried seemed to be a temporary fix and I would end up with my back throbbing, yet again.
Summer is great for a lot of reasons but the super-hot weather can be super-harsh on your skin. That's why it's key to stock up on skin care products with aloe vera. You probably already know to slather on aloe vera gel when you have a sunburn for instant cooling relief, but aloe vera's beauty benefits go beyond that. In addition to soothing sunburn pain thanks to its anti-inflammatory properties, aloe vera is also extremely moisturizing for dry skin. Keep reading for the best aloe vera skin care products to use this summer to combat all of your skin's warm weather woes.
Most of us welcome summer in every single way — except for shine it inevitably leaves on our skin. We can thank rising heat and humidity levels for signaling our oil glands to produce even more oil. In turn, this excess oil and bacteria can congest pores and cause breakouts on the face, back and chest, says Dr. Joel Schlessinger, MD, board-certified dermatologist and contributor to the cosmetic treatment site RealSelf.
If you love bath bombs like we do, then you're sure to want to check out some of the latest and greatest from some of your favorite skin care brands. Made popular by Lush, bath bombs are made up primarily of sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) with added skin softeners and essential oils to transport your bathtub to an intoxicating, colorful oasis. From the detoxifying to the heavenly aromas to the cutest designs ever, there's something for everyone. Check out some of our favorite bath bombs and see why Lush isn't the only go-to source anymore.
