Hoping to lighten up scarring, freckles or dark spots on your skin? You may have heard that hydroquinone—a brightening agent—is strong enough to get the job done. And while it’s true that it’s a powerful ingredient, the Food and Drug Administration has banned the sale of over-the-counter hydroquinone due to rising concerns over side effects... Read more »

Nothing quite sends our worry sensors into overdrive more than running our hand through our hair and noticing a clump of loose strands. Sudden hair loss and thinning can cause anyone to panic, but as it turns out, hair loss is more common than we think. In fact, the American Hair Loss Association estimates that... Read more »

Concealing common skin care blemishes like pimples, redness and hyperpigmentation can be frustrating to say the least. However, with the right technique and products, it’s possible. Up ahead, we share a guide to concealing and covering, plus the best products to help you do so. How to Conceal Blemishes Finding the best products for covering... Read more »

She’s the OG beauty influencer, the person who taught you to wash your face before bed no matter what and apply sunscreen before going outside or else. Now, it’s time to return the favor with beauty gifts suited exactly to her. From a luxurious hair oil to a spa-worthy microcurrent device, here are our no-fail... Read more »

Dealing with dry skin is enough to leave anyone frustrated, frazzled and, well, flaky. Even worse, chronic dryness is associated with a disrupted skin barrier. “Without an optimal barrier function your skin becomes more vulnerable to minor trauma and infections, and it will take longer to heal,” says Dr. Hadley King, a board-certified dermatologist and... Read more »

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Think you only need to worry about sunburn while you’re at the beach? Think again! The truth is that the majority of UV damage your skin receives isn’t always from spending a sunny day outdoors. It’s from your day-to-day activities—driving in your car, for instance—or during cooler days when sun protection is likely the last... Read more »

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The past year has altered the way we go about our daily lives. Now more than ever, we spend a significant chunk of our day glued to our screens—whether it’s for work, leisure or socializing with friends. But what many of us may not realize is that the more time we spend in front of... Read more »

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If you’ve ever wondered why you should invest in a vitamin C serum, take it from Dr. Ashley Magovern, a board-certified dermatologist in Manhattan Beach, Calif. “The benefits of the topical application of vitamin C on the skin are well-studied and quite strong. In my opinion, everyone should be applying vitamin C to the skin as... Read more »

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There’s a reason why face masks are shorthand for self-care­—it’s because they really work. In order to get the most out of a mask, however, you have to choose one that caters to your complexion. If your skin type is dry, you’ll want a mask that offers a serious hydration boost. According to Dr. Michele... Read more »

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Microcurrents, light therapy, microneedling—oh my! It can feel like every day we’re seeing in our feeds some new gadget designed to rejuvenate our skin. And with these devices being used more and more at home (no longer only during trips to the spa or the dermatologist’s office), it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by all the... Read more »

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