One writer explains how dark spots disproportionately affect darker skin tones and how pharmaceutical products helped hers fade fast. Hyperpigmentation is a shared skin concern for many Black people. That said, cult beauty brands selling dark spot-reducing products––like Topicals’s Discoloration Duo and The Brighter Not Lighter Trio by EADEM–– along with the rise of retinol, kojic acid, and turmeric soap, we are met with more solutions in recent years.

These Are The Two Beauty Products Under $20 That Faded My Hyperpigmentation

Collaborations used to be rare and exciting, but now they’re overdone. Every brand and person has one, and most of the time they don’t make sense. Despite my cynicism, I am deeply invested in and 100 percent behind the body care-fragrance mash-up between Soft Services and D.S. & Durga. The former makes genuinely effective products and the latter the most inimitable and divine fragrances.

Shoppers Call This Nostalgic Body Treatment “Sorcery” for “Soft and Smooth” Skin

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As we grow older, our skin gradually loses its elasticity and becomes less oily. Makeup artists advise against using powder foundation for those with mature or textured skin, as it can settle into fine lines and wrinkles, making them more visible. In...

We Asked Makeup Artists To Share Their Favorite Foundations For Mature Skin—#4 Can Cover Dark Spots And Fine Lines Easily

As a beauty editor, I’ve heard every complaint and compliment you could think of. But the one thing I’ve never heard anyone say is that their hair is thick enough, luscious enough, or doesn’t shed at all (all of which would be a dream!). It’s one of the seemingly few universal beauty qualms. From DIY remedies to professional treatments, there are thousands of options, but one that seems especially promising is Augustinus Bader’s The Leave-In Treatment, which is currently on rare sale at Dermstore with the code CHEERS.

The Thickening Treatment That “Grew Back” Sharon Stone’s Lost Hair Is on Rare Sale

As a shopping writer constantly trying out new products, it’s not uncommon for me to switch up my skincare routine every couple of weeks. For that reason, it takes a truly remarkable product to gain my loyalty, and there are only a handful of products that have held a place on my top shelf for years.

I Barely Use Concealer After This $13 Color Corrector Erased My Redness and Dark Spots

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Disclaimer: This content aims to entertain and inform, drawing from research and detailed observation of astrological patterns to offer valuable insights. Ever marvel at how some people seem to have discovered the secret to eternal youth? While genetics and lifestyle choices play crucial roles, astrology suggests that certain zodiac signs might have a natural advantage when it comes to looking younger than their years. Curious? Let’s dive into which signs might be blessed with that age-defying quality!

5 Zodiac Signs Who Look Younger Than Their Age

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Who needs makeup when you have great skin?

'I'm 61, but My Friends Tell Me My Skin Looks Like I'm In My 40s—Here's My Exact Skincare Routine'

Blush serves as a vital component in crafting stunning makeup looks, infusing color and warmth into your complexion regardless of age. As we navigate the natural process of aging, it becomes necessary to adjust our preferred makeup techniques and sty...

Makeup Artists Say To Avoid These 4 Blush Mistakes That ‘Draw Attention To Wrinkles’: Using Powder Formulas, ‘Wrong’ Colors And More

Although dark circles, puffy eye bags, and crow’s feet run in my family, I’m embarrassed to admit that eye cream is a skin care category I’ve long neglected. Given my family history, however, I’ve decided it’s finally time to heed my mom’s advice and start searching for a product that properly cares for this sensitive area. After scrolling through pages of eye creams on Amazon, there seemed to be a clear fan-favorite among customers looking to smooth fine lines: The Inkey List Retinol Eye Cream.

A Sleep-Deprived Shopper’s Eye Bags Shrunk Within 3 Days of Using This $14 Retinol Cream

My Instagram feed is crawling with Euro-summer content (I’m not complaining). While I’m vicariously living through travel photos, there’s one It girl whose posts I can’t get enough of: Martha Stewart. Between her ginormous croissant and Olympic jaunts with Snoop Dogg, the multihyphenate’s Paris posts are certainly keeping me guessing. Above all, I can’t stop wondering where she got her effortlessly chic travel outfits. So, I scoured Amazon for lookalikes of her breezy palazzo trousers and narrowed down the five best options from $13.

Martha Stewart’s Breezy Pants Are a Travel Staple, and I Found 5 Lookalikes From $13

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Media mogul Oprah Winfrey has been incredibly candid about her struggle with weight loss over the years, and earlier this year she resigned from her position on the board of WeightWatchers

Oprah Winfrey wows with sporty physique in lycra workout gear after transformation

I delight in introducing friends to Merit Beauty. The relatively under-the-radar, minimalism-forward brand is an InStyle editor favorite. It’s also a go-to for countless cool girls, including Sarah Jessica Parker, Cameron Diaz, and Nicole Richie, to name a few. I’ve tried the vast majority of Merit products, and they...

I Got My Hands on the Plumping Moisturizer Inspired by This Sarah Jessica Parker-Used Serum

Meghan Markle enjoyed an afternoon of dancing and the arts in Bogotá, Colombia, today—and she made sure to wear her party dress. The duchess updated her royal wardrobe with some colorful flair via a patterned pink Johanna Ortiz frock with flirty accents. Markle looked stunning as she made...

Meghan Markle’s Perfectly Patterned Dress Has the Most Surprising Cutout

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In the mystical realm where astrology intersects with spiritual beliefs, certain zodiac signs are thought to possess inherent qualities that offer protection against malevolent entities and negative energies. This intriguing concept has roots in ancient astrology and cultural traditions worldwide, where the alignment of the stars at one's birth is believed to influence not only personality traits but also spiritual protection. This post delves into the 5 celestial shields of the zodiac, highlighting signs that are particularly noted for their protective aura against evil spirits.

5 Zodiac Signs That Possess a Protective Aura Against Evil Spirits

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The trailer for Nicole Kidman’s new miniseries, The Perfect Couple, has everyone talking but for all the wrong reasons! “What has Nicole done to her face?” lamented one fan. Anthony Youn, M.D., F.A.C.S., who has not treated the 57-year-old actress, weighs in. “It appears that Nicole has undergone a facelift, which has removed any drooping...

What Did Nicole Kidman Do to Her Face? It Appears She’s ‘Undergone a Facelift,’ Says Expert

It’s taken me a long time to feel confident in my skin without makeup on, but after many years of experimenting with different skin care products, I’ve found that the right routine can make my naked skin look just as firm and glowy as it does with some concealer. Moisturizer is typically the last step in my routine, which is why I always look for one that provides instant gratification in addition to long-term benefits.

Shoppers Aren't Wearing “Any Makeup” Thanks to This Skin-Perfecting Moisturizer

Today marks Ben Affleck's 52nd birthday, but in true Jennifer Lopez style, she's stealing the spotlight. In a new Instagram post, everyone's favorite triple threat posed beside a vintage car while wearing a sheer Dior gown with delicate gold embroidery and a slit so high that it showed off nearly her entire leg.

Jennifer Lopez's Sheer Shimmering Gown Had the Highest Slit

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Gayle King and Oprah Winfrey are ready to put the rumors to rest.

The longtime friends sat down with Melinda French Gates during a recent episode of her podcast Moments That Make Us to reflect on their decades-long friendship and their respective careers as successful television personalities.

But their strong bond was sometimes mistaken for something more romantic by fans.

Gayle King Awkwardly Asks Kevin Costner To Address ‘Yellowstone’ Tension With Taylor Sheridan, Saying The Two Men Are “Playing A Game Of ‘Whose Is Bigger’”

“You know, for years, people used to say we were gay, and listen, we were up against that forever....

Gayle King Admits It Was “Hard” To Date Because People Thought She Was Dating Oprah Winfrey: “If We Were Gay, We’d Tell You!”

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Cool-girl Katie Holmes is back at it again. The actress, who’s never not spotted out and about in New York City, delivered yet another stellar, easygoing, though exceptionally cool look that’s penciled into my memory for the foreseeable future. It’s simple, which is what she does best, but it has elements to it that you simply can't not praise—like those jeans, which are going to be the only jeans I wear when denim season comes around.

Katie Holmes Just Made Baggy Cargo Jeans Look So Chic and Girly

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Helen Mirren, Oprah, and I All Use This Famous Plumping Serum That’s on Rare Sale

Despite the hundreds, if not thousands, of products I’ve tested throughout my beauty career, my earliest skin care memories remain vivid: the menthol-y tingle of Noxema,...

Helen Mirren, Oprah, and I All Use This Famous Plumping Serum That’s on Rare Sale

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