By now, there’s a good chance your best friend, your work wife and your mother are all avid users of retinoids (the umbrella term for all vitamin A derivatives, like retinol). But with popularity comes misinformation. To help navigate your line-smoothing, skin-brightening journey without any bumps (literally), Dr. Mona Gohara, a board-certified dermatologist and associate... Read more »

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Unless you were born yesterday (in which case, hello! Welcome to 2020! you—and your skin—have probably seen some better days. But unlike the immediate consequences that, say, a Saturday night out can have on your face by morning, the effects of prolonged stress can often be sneaky, slowly messing with your skin barrier until it’s... Read more »

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Moisturizer is an essential step in any skin care routine, but shopping for one can be overwhelming. With so many options, ingredients and claims to vet, where do you start? First things first: Consider your skin type and concerns. Is your skin oily and breaks out easily, or is it so dry that nothing you apply... Read more »

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The fun thing about acne—other than absolutely nothing—is that it’s consistently…inconsistent. The products that break you out may be fine for your best friend, while the treatments that clear your skin could be a nightmare for someone else’s. So before you buy another product or listen to another friend’s advice (sorry, mom), make sure you know... Read more »

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If you have naturally oily skin (and aren’t exactly thrilled about it), there’s a high chance you’ve received unsolicited advice from friends, tried sketchy DIYs from the internet and bought a drawerful of products to curb the shine that lives rent-free on your face. But two very important facts you need to hear: Not only... Read more »

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Photo: Courtesy of Anine Bing  Since launching her namesake fashion brand in 2012, Danish designer Anine Bing has blended her European aesthetic with a hint of rock ‘n’ roll to create effortless pieces with an elevated edge. Today, her lace camisole tops and leather jackets are considered wardrobe staples among Hollywood starlets, fashion editors and women... Read more »

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