An in-office chemical peel can brighten and smooth your skin, but it can also require some serious downtime while your face sloughs off. Often, an at-home peel is a better option.
Despite working in an industry where I could've had my face injected with neurotoxins (like Botox) or fillers (like Restylane) countless times before I even turned 30, I resisted the siren song. I'm 34, and I've done nothing (if you consider lasers, peels and facials nothing). But I don't have many wrinkles, so I haven't felt the need for Botox, and because of my chubby cheeks, I never thought fillers were for me.
When it comes to preserving a beautiful complexion, many of us are willing to spend big bucks on a potent mix of lotions, serums and treatments that promise to fight the signs of aging. But do we actually need to drain our bank accounts to put our best face forward?
Date: check. Venue: check. Dress: check. But what about your skin? Your hair? Your bridal beauty regimen requires a little more planning than just scheduling hair and makeup trials -- especially if you really want to radiate on your wedding day.
In the world of skin care ingredients, salicylic acid is one of the big boys. A super common acne-fighter, you'll find it in everything from cleansers to spot treatments to masks ... but it turns out that this powerhouse can do more than just banish breakouts. Ahead, top derms give us the lowdown on sal acid (that's what the cool kids call it), revealing exactly how it works, how to use it, and more. Clear skin is just a few clicks away.
Fast-paced jobs and rocky relationships can induce some major anxiety, and while stress can obviously take a toll on your psyche, it also wreaks havoc somewhere totally unexpected: your face.
Food, water and sleep are the top three things necessary to sustain human life, but keeping all three in check is easier said than done. Eating? No problem. Staying hydrated? A little more challenging, but we'll aim for the recommended 2.7 liters a day. Getting a good night's sleep, every night? Try explaining that to our bosses, our smartphones, our pets, our kids... oh, and our brains.
If you have dry skin, lathering up in a hot shower is like trying to pop a deep pimple -- it feels good at first, but does more damage in the long haul. Scalding hot showers -- especially coupled with the wrong body wash -- strip the skin of naturally occurring oils and dry out your skin even more. When every shower leaves your skin feeling itchy or uncomfortable, it's time to turn down the temperature and invest in a body wash for dry skin.
In the age of Instagram, Snapchat, and Instagram Stories, a beauty product is only as good as its ability to make people double-tap. Take, for example, the popularity of sheet masks: They may be a dime a dozen now, but the 4-for-$10 favorite was only a niche Korean novelty until models started appearing on social media wearing them like an accessory. See what we mean?
You know when you're so tired that 17 layers of full-coverage concealer can't hide your dark circles? Or when your eyes are so puffy it feels like you're drawing eyeliner on a water balloon? Get ready to make those moments a thing of the past.
Sheet masks are wonderful for a lot of reasons. Their supercharged formulas make your skin feel like it just got facial, in a fraction of the time for a fraction of the cost. Perhaps the only thing they don't have going for them? Their disarmingly Jason-like appearance. That's where novelty sheet masks come in.
Changing weather (hello, fall) means it's time to tweak your beauty routine. Fortunately, there are some amazing new beauty products to buy this October, which means revamping your daily beauty checklist has never been easier -- or more fun. Whether you're battling acne or looking to calm dry, irritated skin, there's a new beauty product for you to try. Prices run the gamut this month -- from splurge to drugstore bargain -- so there really is something for everyone.
Apple pie, flannel shirts, crunchy leaves and cozy sweaters -- these, as much as a drop in temperature, are the signs of fall. Perhaps the most recognized sign of fall is the presence of pumpkin. It creeps into your coffee, your desserts and your decor -- and the pumpkin craze has even made its way onto the beauty scene.
No matter how you cut it, aging is tough -- and aging under a spotlight is arguably even tougher. Still though, there are lots of celebrities who have been brave enough to wear their wrinkles with pride, even in the face of unrealistic beauty standards. Some women complain about them, while others choose to view them as signs of a life well lived, but there's still no denying their kickass attitudes across the board.
We're not fans of "growing up", and our skin isn't either. So, we're constantly on the hunt for the latest and greatest products that diminish fine lines, brighten dull skin and restore our youthful glow. We tested thousands of beauty products during our 2016 TotalBeauty Awards, and discovered some seriously impressive products to help turn back the hands of time.
Our drowsy, heavy-lidded eyes will be the first to tell you: Coffee is the best way to jump-start any day. And caffeine addicts, rejoice -- getting your fix doesn't have to stop at your barista. Coffee is also a great pick-me-up for your skin and your beauty routine. To help you steer clear of caffeine-induced jitters, we present 10 beauty products filled with and inspired by the buzzy brew we sip (or guzzle) every morning.
What are the most common tells of a woman's age? Most skin care regimens zero in on public enemy No. 1: wrinkles. But don't overlook other common skin conditions that magnify the years on your face. A range of issues, from subtle changes in your skin tone to chronic dryness, can make your skin look older.
We all have that friend of a friend who used to eat Lip Smackers back in first grade, right? It's gross in hindsight, sure, but also completely understandable. After all, Lip Smackers are so delicious you'd think they were actually meant to be eaten for dessert.
