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If You've Been Using Dry Shampoo All Winter, Derms Are Begging You To Try These Buildup-Blasting Scalp Treatments
March 17, 2022
If You've Been Using Dry Shampoo All Winter, Derms Are Begging You To Try These Buildup-Blasting Scalp Treatments
During the colder months, we tend to use thicker, more moisturizing hair-care products. Add to…
By Kara Jillian Brown
This Prickly Pear Hair Oil Makes My Damaged, Color-Treated Strands Stronger and Shinier Than Ever
March 15, 2022
This Prickly Pear Hair Oil Makes My Damaged, Color-Treated Strands Stronger and Shinier Than Ever
I'm 31, and I don't know my "natural" hair color. I've been dyeing my hair…
By Gina Vaynshteyn
The 6 Best Essential Oils for Rapunzel-Level Hair Growth
March 14, 2022
The 6 Best Essential Oils for Rapunzel-Level Hair Growth
I'm a big fan of essential oils. Any time you enter my apartment, you'll probably…
By Tehrene Firman
This 'Plumping' Mask Is Designed To Make Thin Hair Appear Thicker After a Single Shower
March 14, 2022
This 'Plumping' Mask Is Designed To Make Thin Hair Appear Thicker After a Single Shower
"Fine hair comes with its own set of challenges," says Jamie Wiley, award-winning hairstylist and…
By Jordan Goldberg
A Bottle of This 'Magic' Hair and Skin Elixir Sells Every 30 Seconds, and It's Packed With Derm-Approved Ingredients
March 13, 2022
A Bottle of This 'Magic' Hair and Skin Elixir Sells Every 30 Seconds, and It's Packed With Derm-Approved Ingredients
When it comes to skin care, there are very few products worth magic, but MONAT…
By Jordan Goldberg
Hair Steaming Is the Easy At-Home Treatment That Helps Your Hydrating Products Work Double-Time
March 12, 2022
Hair Steaming Is the Easy At-Home Treatment That Helps Your Hydrating Products Work Double-Time
If you’re like me and have tried dozens of hair masks and deep conditioners and…
By Taylor Bell
Derms Say The Ordinary's New $8 Shampoo Is an A+ Pick for Thin Hair and Sensitive Scalps
March 11, 2022
Derms Say The Ordinary's New $8 Shampoo Is an A+ Pick for Thin Hair and Sensitive Scalps
Over the last few years, sulfate-free products have taken over the shampoo shelves. But, the…
By Jordan Goldberg
This Better-for-Hair Blowdryer Uses Infrared Light Instead of Heat, and Cut My Styling Time in Half
March 07, 2022
This Better-for-Hair Blowdryer Uses Infrared Light Instead of Heat, and Cut My Styling Time in Half
We all know that heat is enemy number one for hair damage. So as someone…
By Olivia Cefalu
'I'm a Celebrity Hairstylist, and These Argan Oil Shampoos Are Basically Fertilizer for Your Dull, Damaged Strands'
March 03, 2022
'I'm a Celebrity Hairstylist, and These Argan Oil Shampoos Are Basically Fertilizer for Your Dull, Damaged Strands'
Of all the hydrating hair cleansers on the market, few are as effective and nourishing…
By Francesca Krempa
‘I’m a Hairstylist, and This Is the *Only* Way To Straighten Curly Hair Without Messing Up Your Curl Pattern'
March 02, 2022
‘I’m a Hairstylist, and This Is the *Only* Way To Straighten Curly Hair Without Messing Up Your Curl Pattern'
With the help of hot tools, you can change up your hairstyle about as frequently…
By Kara Jillian Brown
How To Moisturize Your Scalp Properly When It's Itchy and Dry
March 01, 2022
How To Moisturize Your Scalp Properly When It's Itchy and Dry
You may know exactly what you're doing when it comes time to care for the…
By Kells McPhillips
How Often To Wash Your Hair in the Winter Months, According to Hairstylists
February 27, 2022
How Often To Wash Your Hair in the Winter Months, According to Hairstylists
One of the simplest, most-restorative joys in winter is stepping into a steamy, hot shower…
By Rebecca Norris
A Dermatologist and a Hairstylist Are Begging You Not To Make This Mistake With Cleansing Conditioners
February 26, 2022
A Dermatologist and a Hairstylist Are Begging You Not To Make This Mistake With Cleansing Conditioners
Properly washing your hair can be a delicate balance. You want to find a routine…
By Kara Jillian Brown
17 Best Silk Pillowcases That Can Smooth Out Fine Lines *and* Frizzy Hair
February 25, 2022
17 Best Silk Pillowcases That Can Smooth Out Fine Lines *and* Frizzy Hair
Sleeping on silk pillowcases is an incredibly luxurious experience. And while they may be an…
By Kara Jillian Brown
'Heat Training' Your Hair Can Cut Down on Styling Time—But Only If You Do It Safely
February 24, 2022
'Heat Training' Your Hair Can Cut Down on Styling Time—But Only If You Do It Safely
Anyone who likes to wear their kinky or curly hair straightened knows how difficult it…
By Kara Jillian Brown
This $10 Shampoo Strengthens Hair While Protecting It From One of Its Biggest Stressors
February 24, 2022
This $10 Shampoo Strengthens Hair While Protecting It From One of Its Biggest Stressors
Chat with any professional stylist about the best products for strengthening hair, and the word…
By Francesca Krempa
Nyakio Grieco Curates Beauty Products for a Living—These Are the Ones She Uses Every Day
February 23, 2022
Nyakio Grieco Curates Beauty Products for a Living—These Are the Ones She Uses Every Day
For Nyakio Grieco, co-founder of beauty retailer Thirteen Lune, caring for her hair and skin…
By Kara Jillian Brown
5 Black-Owned Hair, Skin, and Nail-Care Brands Our Beauty Writer Can't Live Without
February 22, 2022
5 Black-Owned Hair, Skin, and Nail-Care Brands Our Beauty Writer Can't Live Without
Frivolous as it may sound, beauty is my happy place. Caring for and accentuating my…
By Kara Jillian Brown
This Is the Only Clean Shampoo That Has Ever Worked for My Wavy Hair (And I've Tried Them All)
February 21, 2022
This Is the Only Clean Shampoo That Has Ever Worked for My Wavy Hair (And I've Tried Them All)
It's easy to get cynical as a beauty editor. When every single brand promises life-altering…
By Ali Finney
Hairstylists Call This Growth-Promoting Shampoo an 'Energy Drink for Your Scalp'
February 17, 2022
Hairstylists Call This Growth-Promoting Shampoo an 'Energy Drink for Your Scalp'
If you're looking to kick hair growth into gear, celebrity hairstylist Mitchell Ramazon recommends turning…
By Jordan Goldberg
Dealing With Thinning Hair? A Derm Says Nutrafol's New Growth-Stimulating Supplement Can Help
February 16, 2022
Dealing With Thinning Hair? A Derm Says Nutrafol's New Growth-Stimulating Supplement Can Help
As we get older, our hair gets weaker and thinner. Part of the reason that…
By Kara Jillian Brown
5 Easy Routine Tweaks Hairstylists Want You To Make As Soon As You Start Going Gray
February 11, 2022
5 Easy Routine Tweaks Hairstylists Want You To Make As Soon As You Start Going Gray
One of the most common changes we experience as we get older is our hair…
By Jordan Goldberg
The 'World's Best Skin-Care Line' Just Launched a Supplement That Combats Hair Thinning and Loss
February 10, 2022
The 'World's Best Skin-Care Line' Just Launched a Supplement That Combats Hair Thinning and Loss
Augustinus Bader's entire product line works to improve skin and hair health at a cellular…
By Kara Jillian Brown
'I'm a Hairstylist, and These Are the 5 Products You'll Never Regret Spending Money On'
February 09, 2022
'I'm a Hairstylist, and These Are the 5 Products You'll Never Regret Spending Money On'
If we had to rank beauty routines by priority, skin care tends to hold the…
By Jordan Goldberg
This Common Shower Mistake Could Be Behind Your Greasy Scalp
February 04, 2022
This Common Shower Mistake Could Be Behind Your Greasy Scalp
Your scalp produces natural oils, and when too much product accumulates on top of them,…
By Dominique Michelle Astorino
'I'm a Hairstylist, and These Are the Shampoos I Always Use Myself To Get Super Shiny Hair'
February 03, 2022
'I'm a Hairstylist, and These Are the Shampoos I Always Use Myself To Get Super Shiny Hair'
Let's face it: Many of us ask a lot of our hair. Maybe you've cycled through…
By Kells McPhillips
The One Brand a Hairstylist Can't Stop Recommending to People With Thin Hair
February 02, 2022
The One Brand a Hairstylist Can't Stop Recommending to People With Thin Hair
Even when you have your specific hair type in mind, it can be challenging to…
By Rebecca Norris
Hairstylists Are Begging You To Make This Easy Shower Tweak To Preserve Your Dye Job
January 31, 2022
Hairstylists Are Begging You To Make This Easy Shower Tweak To Preserve Your Dye Job
POV: you’ve just left the salon, and you’ve got the glossiest, most vibrant, and beautiful…
By Dominique Michelle Astorino
‘I’m a 68-Year-Old Dermatologist and This Is the Product I Swear By for Keeping My Hair Healthy As I Age’
January 26, 2022
‘I’m a 68-Year-Old Dermatologist and This Is the Product I Swear By for Keeping My Hair Healthy As I Age’
Just like your skin gets dryer as you age, so does your hair and scalp.…
By Kara Jillian Brown
I've Tested Every Cordless Flat Iron I Could Get My Hands On, and These Are the 3 Best Options
January 26, 2022
I've Tested Every Cordless Flat Iron I Could Get My Hands On, and These Are the 3 Best Options
Raise your hand if you've ever wrapped yourself in your flat iron cord. Or pretzeled…
By Kara Jillian Brown
The Best Scalp Massagers To Help Promote Growth and Keep Your Hair Flake-Free
January 23, 2022
The Best Scalp Massagers To Help Promote Growth and Keep Your Hair Flake-Free
If you've never used a scalp massager brush when washing your hair, it may be…
By Taylor Bell
These Are the Best Keratin Shampoos and Conditioners To Save Your Damaged Hair
January 23, 2022
These Are the Best Keratin Shampoos and Conditioners To Save Your Damaged Hair
If you’re one of the many people in this world who either have weak or…
By Marie Lodi
This Is How Often You Should Be Shampooing Thinning Hair, According to a Dermatologist
January 21, 2022
This Is How Often You Should Be Shampooing Thinning Hair, According to a Dermatologist
If your hair is thinning, you've probably noticed that you'll lose a few strands every…
By Kara Jillian Brown
This Strengthening Hair Treatment Has Sold Out 3 Times—It's Finally Back, but Not for Long
January 19, 2022
This Strengthening Hair Treatment Has Sold Out 3 Times—It's Finally Back, but Not for Long
From heat styling to harsh weather, our hair goes through a lot, and one of…
By Kara Jillian Brown
If You Have Thin Hair, This 10-Second Trick Will Make Your Ponytail Look Twice as Thick
January 18, 2022
If You Have Thin Hair, This 10-Second Trick Will Make Your Ponytail Look Twice as Thick
After you spend enough time down hair hack rabbit holes, you realize that there are…
By Kara Jillian Brown
5 Products a Hairstylist Says Will Make Your Hair Look Just as Good as a Salon Appointment
January 13, 2022
5 Products a Hairstylist Says Will Make Your Hair Look Just as Good as a Salon Appointment
While nothing can entirely take the place of the bliss-inducing therapy-slash-scalp-massage session you get during…
By Dominique Michelle Astorino
Kate Middleton Swears by This Effortless 5-Minute Mask That's Perfect for Air Drying Fine Hair
January 11, 2022
Kate Middleton Swears by This Effortless 5-Minute Mask That's Perfect for Air Drying Fine Hair
This past Sunday, the royal family gifted the world a trio of stunning portraits of…
By Gina Vaynshteyn
3 Simple Tweaks a Dermatologist Says Will Keep Your Hair Healthy as You Age
January 11, 2022
3 Simple Tweaks a Dermatologist Says Will Keep Your Hair Healthy as You Age
Whether you want super-defined curls or straight and shiny strands, there are plenty of "miracle"…
By Kara Jillian Brown
These Are the Best Texturizing Sprays for Fine Hair That'll Give You Instant Lift and Volume
January 08, 2022
These Are the Best Texturizing Sprays for Fine Hair That'll Give You Instant Lift and Volume
Everyone wants that perfectly voluminous, textured style that separates a good hair day from a…
By Dory Zayas
3 Pieces of Advice a Plastic Surgeon Gives Every Patient To Help Skin Look Smoother
January 06, 2022
3 Pieces of Advice a Plastic Surgeon Gives Every Patient To Help Skin Look Smoother
Despite the amount of collagen smoothies you may drink or the amount of hyaluronic acid…
By Jordan Goldberg
9 Best Detangling Brushes for Every Hair Type, According to Hair Stylists
December 28, 2021
9 Best Detangling Brushes for Every Hair Type, According to Hair Stylists
Detangling hair is never a fun process. However, it doesn't have to be—and shouldn't be—a…
By Kara Jillian Brown
The Best Hair Masks for Every Hair Style To Help Stop Breakage in Its Tracks
December 27, 2021
The Best Hair Masks for Every Hair Style To Help Stop Breakage in Its Tracks
When it comes to maintaining healthy hair, applying a hair mask every now and then…
By Taylor Bell
Knowing the Difference Between 'Dry' and 'Damaged' Hair Will Help You Avoid Wasting Money on Products
December 21, 2021
Knowing the Difference Between 'Dry' and 'Damaged' Hair Will Help You Avoid Wasting Money on Products
Here's a fun fact: In the world of hair-care products, "moisture" and "repair" are not…
By Dominique Michelle Astorino
'I'm a Hairstylist—This Is How I'd Spend $100 on Products for Thinning Hair'
December 20, 2021
'I'm a Hairstylist—This Is How I'd Spend $100 on Products for Thinning Hair'
Though thinning hair might be an incredibly common occurrence for many women—it's estimated that 50…
By Rebecca Norris
This Is the Self-Care Gift I Want to Buy Everyone in My Life This Year, Because What a Year
December 19, 2021
This Is the Self-Care Gift I Want to Buy Everyone in My Life This Year, Because What a Year
It's been a time. Personally, one of the few things that saved me this year…
By Samantha Leal
Everything You Need To Know About Twist Hairstyles, According to Textured Hair Experts
December 17, 2021
Everything You Need To Know About Twist Hairstyles, According to Textured Hair Experts
When you've been styling your hair a bunch, it can be a nice break for…
By Kara Jillian Brown
12 Best Brushes for Curly Hair, According to Hairstylists
December 15, 2021
12 Best Brushes for Curly Hair, According to Hairstylists
Unless you're going for a super chic brushed-out look à la Zendaya at the 2017…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Air-Drying Your Hair in the Winter Can Seriously Damage Your Strands—Here’s How To Do it the Right Way
December 14, 2021
Air-Drying Your Hair in the Winter Can Seriously Damage Your Strands—Here’s How To Do it the Right Way
Winter can be a tricky time from a beauty perspective. For starters, it’s an especially…
By Rebecca Norris
Need To Fill In Your Thinning Hairline or Part? These Hair Fibers Are a Game Changer
December 11, 2021
Need To Fill In Your Thinning Hairline or Part? These Hair Fibers Are a Game Changer
About 55 percent of women experience at least some hair loss by the time they…
By Kells McPhillips
9 Best Heat Protectants Hairstylists Recommend To Help Reduce Damage and Breakage
December 09, 2021
9 Best Heat Protectants Hairstylists Recommend To Help Reduce Damage and Breakage
Applying a heat protectant should be a non-negotiable step in any hair-care routine that involves…
By Kara Jillian Brown
5 Non-Negotiable Hot Tool Rules Stylists Are Begging You To Follow for the Health of Your Hair
December 08, 2021
5 Non-Negotiable Hot Tool Rules Stylists Are Begging You To Follow for the Health of Your Hair
We know that hot tools aren't good for our hair. But if you love silking…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Everything You Need To Know About Beauty in 2022, Straight From Our Beauty Editors
December 08, 2021
Everything You Need To Know About Beauty in 2022, Straight From Our Beauty Editors
The beauty world is constantly changing, and the past few years have really put the…
By Kara Jillian Brown
The Lunata Cordless Curler Makes Adding Volume to My Hair Easier Than Ever
December 07, 2021
The Lunata Cordless Curler Makes Adding Volume to My Hair Easier Than Ever
When I'm wearing my hair straight, I love to use a curling iron to add…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Eye Masks Can Protect Your Lashes While You Sleep—As Long as You're Wearing the Right Type
December 06, 2021
Eye Masks Can Protect Your Lashes While You Sleep—As Long as You're Wearing the Right Type
Eye masks are great for helping you get a good night's sleep. But, they also…
By Kara Jillian Brown
8 of the Best Dandruff Shampoos for Color Treated Hair, According to Hairstylists and Derms
December 02, 2021
8 of the Best Dandruff Shampoos for Color Treated Hair, According to Hairstylists and Derms
A lot of dandruff shampoos on the market are great for ridding your scalp of…
By Zoe Weiner
10 Top-Shelf Products The Beauty Lovers On Your List Will Swoon Over
November 30, 2021
10 Top-Shelf Products The Beauty Lovers On Your List Will Swoon Over
By Well+Good Editors
PSA: Avocado Hair Masks Have Some Major Benefits for Your Strands and Scalp
November 24, 2021
PSA: Avocado Hair Masks Have Some Major Benefits for Your Strands and Scalp
Ah, avocados. If there was an award for best all-around fruit, (yes, they’re technically a…
By Jessica Estrada
Give the Gift of Healthy Hair With These Shampoo and Conditioner Sets
November 19, 2021
Give the Gift of Healthy Hair With These Shampoo and Conditioner Sets
A solid lather and rinse is the backbone of any good hair-care routine. Shampoo and…
By Saanya Ali
Microneedling Your Scalp Is a Little-Known Trick To Promote Hair Growth
November 18, 2021
Microneedling Your Scalp Is a Little-Known Trick To Promote Hair Growth
We're living in a golden age of hair-growth products. As an increasing number of women…
By Zoe Weiner
Pros Say Blow-Drying Your Hair Causes Less Damage Than Air Drying—But Only if You Do It Like This
November 16, 2021
Pros Say Blow-Drying Your Hair Causes Less Damage Than Air Drying—But Only if You Do It Like This
There's no way around it: Blow-drying your hair causes damage. But the extent of that…
By Kara Jillian Brown
The Best Under-$20 Gifts To Snag From Sephora—Including Drunk Elephant, Fresh, Caudalie, and More
November 13, 2021
The Best Under-$20 Gifts To Snag From Sephora—Including Drunk Elephant, Fresh, Caudalie, and More
Let's be honest: All of us have been personally victimized by the checkout goodies at…
By Kells McPhillips
Here's How Often You Can Dye Your Hair, According to a Celebrity Colorist
November 13, 2021
Here's How Often You Can Dye Your Hair, According to a Celebrity Colorist
Dyeing your hair can be a fun way to change up your look to match…
By Jessica Estrada
Mizani's New Hair-Care Products Got My 4C Curls Just as Straight as a Salon-Grade Silk Press
November 11, 2021
Mizani's New Hair-Care Products Got My 4C Curls Just as Straight as a Salon-Grade Silk Press
Silk press season is upon us and I'm taking full advantage. I love wearing my…
By Kara Jillian Brown
After Years of Searching, I Finally Found a Shower Cap That Keeps My Natural, 4C Hair Dry and Frizz Free
November 08, 2021
After Years of Searching, I Finally Found a Shower Cap That Keeps My Natural, 4C Hair Dry and Frizz Free
Now that I don't have to worry about humidity wrecking my blowout, I'm wearing my…
By Kara Jillian Brown
5 Amla Hair Oil Benefits That Make It Worthy of a Spot in Your Pre-Shampoo Routine
November 07, 2021
5 Amla Hair Oil Benefits That Make It Worthy of a Spot in Your Pre-Shampoo Routine
As is the case of almost all skin-care and hair-care products, there are many oils…
By Jessica Estrada
These Are the Best Shampoos for Scalp Psoriasis, According to a Dermatologist
November 07, 2021
These Are the Best Shampoos for Scalp Psoriasis, According to a Dermatologist
Living with a dry, itchy, and flaky scalp can be challenging, but even more so…
By Marie Lodi
This 5-In-1 Hair Styler Has Won 11 Beauty Awards Because It's Actually Good for All Hair Types
November 03, 2021
This 5-In-1 Hair Styler Has Won 11 Beauty Awards Because It's Actually Good for All Hair Types
If you win an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony, you earn the honorary title of…
By Kells McPhillips
The Best Olaplex Products for Every Hair Type, From a Stylist
October 27, 2021
The Best Olaplex Products for Every Hair Type, From a Stylist
Olaplex has made a name for itself as one of the best hair care brands…
By Saanya Ali
2 Hair-Care Products Jennifer Aniston Uses Every Day To Prevent Breakage
October 27, 2021
2 Hair-Care Products Jennifer Aniston Uses Every Day To Prevent Breakage
Jennifer Aniston's hair defined a generation. It's impossible to talk about '90s beauty without discussing…
By Zoe Weiner
This Pre-Shampoo Mud Mask Helps Encourage Hair Growth and Detoxifies the Scalp
October 26, 2021
This Pre-Shampoo Mud Mask Helps Encourage Hair Growth and Detoxifies the Scalp
Raise your hand if you've ever made a mess in your bathroom mixing bentonite clay…
By Kara Jillian Brown
The Brand Behind the 'World's Smartest Skin Care' Just Launched a Hair Care Line That Promises To Help Your Hair Grow
October 26, 2021
The Brand Behind the 'World's Smartest Skin Care' Just Launched a Hair Care Line That Promises To Help Your Hair Grow
In the three years since Augustinus Bader launched, the brand has established itself as one…
By Kara Jillian Brown
The Best Thinning Hair Treatments You Can Snag at Target (for $30 or Less!), According to a Dermatologist
October 25, 2021
The Best Thinning Hair Treatments You Can Snag at Target (for $30 or Less!), According to a Dermatologist
Noticing that your hair is starting to thin can be quite alarming. If you're super…
By Kara Jillian Brown
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