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The Skin-Firming Eye Cream That a Dermatologist Has Used Every Day for Over 15 Years
August 26, 2022
The Skin-Firming Eye Cream That a Dermatologist Has Used Every Day for Over 15 Years
Having been a dermatologist for nearly 20 years, Deirdre Hooper, MD, has tried so many products.…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Ashley Graham Doesn’t Feel Guilty About 'Me' Time—And Believes You Shouldn’t, Either
August 26, 2022
Ashley Graham Doesn’t Feel Guilty About 'Me' Time—And Believes You Shouldn’t, Either
Putting yourself first is easier said than done. For new moms, it can be nearly…
By Amelia McBride
New Innovations in Armpit Care Prove We've Reached the Golden Age of Stopping Sweat
August 25, 2022
New Innovations in Armpit Care Prove We've Reached the Golden Age of Stopping Sweat
On a sweltering summer day, it’s not just sweaty pits you have to worry about:…
By Celia Shatzman
What a Derm and a Dietitian *Really* Think About Hailey Bieber’s $17 ‘Skin-Supporting’ Erewhon Smoothie
August 25, 2022
What a Derm and a Dietitian *Really* Think About Hailey Bieber’s $17 ‘Skin-Supporting’ Erewhon Smoothie
It’s safe to say that 2022 is the year of Hailey Bieber. She kickstarted the…
By Michele Ross
'Retinal' Works Faster and Better Than Retinol—So Why Isn't It in Your Routine Yet?
August 24, 2022
'Retinal' Works Faster and Better Than Retinol—So Why Isn't It in Your Routine Yet?
If you were to ask leading skin-care experts to choose the one holy grail product…
By Michele Ross
A Cosmetic Chemist Says TikTok's 'Water Foundation' Hack Is Total B.S.—Here's What To Try Instead
August 24, 2022
A Cosmetic Chemist Says TikTok's 'Water Foundation' Hack Is Total B.S.—Here's What To Try Instead
Dewy skin is in, and in a sea of nourishing skin tints and foundation-moisturizer hybrids,…
By Kara Jillian Brown
17 Exfoliators for Acne That Derms and Beauty Experts Can't Stop Recommending
August 24, 2022
17 Exfoliators for Acne That Derms and Beauty Experts Can't Stop Recommending
If you struggle with acne-prone skin, you may feel a bit uneasy at the thought…
By Taylor Bell
4 Pregnancy-Safe Facials Estheticians Love for Making New Moms Glow
August 23, 2022
4 Pregnancy-Safe Facials Estheticians Love for Making New Moms Glow
Carrying a tiny human is a major feat worthy of celebration. So when you're expecting,…
By Kara Jillian Brown
This Derm-Beloved Exfoliating Mask Will Smooth and Resurface Your Skin in 5 Minutes Flat
August 23, 2022
This Derm-Beloved Exfoliating Mask Will Smooth and Resurface Your Skin in 5 Minutes Flat
While we may fantasize about having time to spare for a long-winded wellness routine, the…
By Francesca Krempa
Jennifer Garner Loves This $25 Cream So Much, It Lives on Her Bedside Table
August 21, 2022
Jennifer Garner Loves This $25 Cream So Much, It Lives on Her Bedside Table
Keeping your skin healthy doesn't stop at your face. A thorough skin-care routing takes you…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Skin Red or Irritated After Drinking Something Citrusy Outside? Here’s What Derms What You to Know About ‘Margarita Dermatitis’
August 21, 2022
Skin Red or Irritated After Drinking Something Citrusy Outside? Here’s What Derms What You to Know About ‘Margarita Dermatitis’
Jimmy Buffet sang it best in his timeless bop, "Margaritaville:" But there's booze in the…
By Kells McPhillips
9 Dermatologists Break Down Exactly What Happens To Your Skin When You Add Retinol Into Your Routine
August 19, 2022
9 Dermatologists Break Down Exactly What Happens To Your Skin When You Add Retinol Into Your Routine
If you ask any dermatologist to name the "gold standard" of skin-care ingredients, they'll say…
By Kara Jillian Brown
This 'Step Up' Retinol System Is Designed To Resurface Your Skin Without Irritation
August 18, 2022
This 'Step Up' Retinol System Is Designed To Resurface Your Skin Without Irritation
Next to sunscreen, retinol is one of the best over-the-counter ingredients you can add to…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Derms Say This 'Longevity-Promoting' Drugstore Routine Will Keep Skin Healthy as You Age
August 17, 2022
Derms Say This 'Longevity-Promoting' Drugstore Routine Will Keep Skin Healthy as You Age
Many of us only start thinking about skin care when a concern pops up—a rogue…
By Kiara Thomas
I've Tried Dozens of Thigh Chafing Products, But Silicone Lube Is the Only Thing That's Ever *Actually* Worked
August 17, 2022
I've Tried Dozens of Thigh Chafing Products, But Silicone Lube Is the Only Thing That's Ever *Actually* Worked
Ever since puberty hit me like a freight train in middle school, my “thick” thighs…
By Amelia McBride
African Beauty Is Rooted in Traditional Ingredients and Rituals, and It's Helped Me Feel More Connected to My Kenyan Culture
August 17, 2022
African Beauty Is Rooted in Traditional Ingredients and Rituals, and It's Helped Me Feel More Connected to My Kenyan Culture
Like many Black Americans of African descent, I grew up removed from my heritage. Whenever…
By Kui Mwai
Found: The One Shaving Tool That Lets Me Clean Up My Bikini Area Without Any Irritation
August 17, 2022
Found: The One Shaving Tool That Lets Me Clean Up My Bikini Area Without Any Irritation
In theory, I like keeping my bikini line free of hair, and everything else trimmed.…
By Kara Jillian Brown
5 Hair Removal Red Flags an Esthetician Wants You To Look Out for Ahead of Your Next Wax Appointment
August 16, 2022
5 Hair Removal Red Flags an Esthetician Wants You To Look Out for Ahead of Your Next Wax Appointment
Getting your armpit hair waxed or your eyebrows shaped can be relieving (be gone, you…
By Kayla Hui
'I'm a Dermatologist, and This Is the *Only* Way I Wash My Face After Wearing Makeup'
August 16, 2022
'I'm a Dermatologist, and This Is the *Only* Way I Wash My Face After Wearing Makeup'
If you wear makeup, properly cleansing your face at the end of a long day…
By Kara Jillian Brown
These 2 Ingredients Make This Rapid-Absorbing Body Lotion the Best Thing You Could Give Your Dry Summer Skin
August 15, 2022
These 2 Ingredients Make This Rapid-Absorbing Body Lotion the Best Thing You Could Give Your Dry Summer Skin
*Deep preview commercial guy voice*: From the brand that brought you acne-buffing soap bars and…
By Gina Vaynshteyn
This Eye Cream Dramatically Tightens Bags in 3 Minutes Flat—And You Can Watch It in Action
August 15, 2022
This Eye Cream Dramatically Tightens Bags in 3 Minutes Flat—And You Can Watch It in Action
Traditionally, getting rid of puffiness under your eyes the morning after a sleepless, wine-fueled night…
By Zoe Weiner
Luxury Brands Are Going 'Sustainable,' But Is It Really Making a Difference?
August 15, 2022
Luxury Brands Are Going 'Sustainable,' But Is It Really Making a Difference?
When you're shopping for a luxury beauty product, you want the luxury experience. But though…
By Kara Jillian Brown
A Dermatologist Hates This Common Bug Bite Remedy—Here's The Drugstore Product She Wants You To Use Instead
August 14, 2022
A Dermatologist Hates This Common Bug Bite Remedy—Here's The Drugstore Product She Wants You To Use Instead
When you've got a bug bite, the worst part is undoubtedly the itching—and things are…
By Kara Jillian Brown
The Cities With the Healthiest Skin in the World All Have One Major Thing in Common
August 12, 2022
The Cities With the Healthiest Skin in the World All Have One Major Thing in Common
Nordic countries are already home to some of the world's happiest and coziest people. So…
By Kara Jillian Brown
4 Dermatologists Share the *One* Popular Skin-Care Practice They'd Never, Ever Do To Their Own Skin
August 11, 2022
4 Dermatologists Share the *One* Popular Skin-Care Practice They'd Never, Ever Do To Their Own Skin
There are an endless number of things that we can do to our skin. Some…
By Kara Jillian Brown
A Bottle of This ‘Skin Conditioner’ Sells Every 10 Seconds in Japan—And Now You Can Get it Stateside
August 11, 2022
A Bottle of This ‘Skin Conditioner’ Sells Every 10 Seconds in Japan—And Now You Can Get it Stateside
Albion Garden has been around for over 65 years in Japan. It's established itself as…
By Kara Jillian Brown
I Tried the Water-Resistant Sunscreen the Internet Can't Stop Raving About During My Sweatiest Workouts—Here's How It Held Up
August 11, 2022
I Tried the Water-Resistant Sunscreen the Internet Can't Stop Raving About During My Sweatiest Workouts—Here's How It Held Up
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays are reserved for leg days, Tuesdays for chest and shoulders, and…
By Kayla Hui
I Tried the Internet's Favorite Boob-Sweat Lotion—Here Are My Honest Thoughts
August 11, 2022
I Tried the Internet's Favorite Boob-Sweat Lotion—Here Are My Honest Thoughts
One thing about me is that I'm going to sweat. Mildly hot? Sweating. Stressed? Sweating…
By Kara Jillian Brown
I've Tried Hundreds of Hydrating Skin Products—This Is the *One* Mask I Use Down to the Very Last Drop
August 10, 2022
I've Tried Hundreds of Hydrating Skin Products—This Is the *One* Mask I Use Down to the Very Last Drop
Of all the beauty gadgets and skin care goodies I get to test as a…
By Francesca Krempa
Educating Yourself on 'Fairy Dusted' Ingredients Will Help You Avoid Wasting Money on Skin Care
August 10, 2022
Educating Yourself on 'Fairy Dusted' Ingredients Will Help You Avoid Wasting Money on Skin Care
Thanks to the rise of skin-care education on social media, the average beauty shopper is…
By Jaclyn Smock
5 Non-Negotiable Rules a Derm Is Begging You To Follow If You Want To Use Fragrance on Sensitive Skin
August 09, 2022
5 Non-Negotiable Rules a Derm Is Begging You To Follow If You Want To Use Fragrance on Sensitive Skin
If you've got sensitive skin, you've likely heard time and time again that fragrance is…
By Kara Jillian Brown
7 *Major* Red Flags a Podiatrist Wants You To Look Out for Ahead of Your Next Pedicure Appointment
August 09, 2022
7 *Major* Red Flags a Podiatrist Wants You To Look Out for Ahead of Your Next Pedicure Appointment
Getting a pedicure is one of the most relaxing, accessibly-priced beauty services you can get.…
By Kara Jillian Brown
'I'm a Dermatologist, and These Are the 8 Main Reasons Your Acne Is Getting Worse Instead of Better'
August 09, 2022
'I'm a Dermatologist, and These Are the 8 Main Reasons Your Acne Is Getting Worse Instead of Better'
You think you're on a good path to getting your acne under control—you have the…
By Kara Jillian Brown
The Dermstore Anniversary Event Is Finally Here, Offering Up to 25% Off Premier Beauty Products
August 08, 2022
The Dermstore Anniversary Event Is Finally Here, Offering Up to 25% Off Premier Beauty Products
Beauty buffs, start your computers. Dermstore is hosting its major annual sale you won't to…
By Francesca Krempa
Black People Are Embracing a Deep, Sun-Kissed Glow With Bronzer and Self-Tanner—Here Are The Products That Are Helping Us Do It
August 08, 2022
Black People Are Embracing a Deep, Sun-Kissed Glow With Bronzer and Self-Tanner—Here Are The Products That Are Helping Us Do It
I remember being in college and having a salesperson swear up and down that the…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Aftershaves Can Be Painful if You Have Sensitive Skin—Try These Derm-Approved Options That Leave You Soothed *and* Smooth
August 06, 2022
Aftershaves Can Be Painful if You Have Sensitive Skin—Try These Derm-Approved Options That Leave You Soothed *and* Smooth
You already bought the razor and the shaving cream—do you really need a lotion or…
By Jenn Sinrich
Is Chemical Sunscreen Safe? What Derms Want You To Know About Sunscreen Spray and the Banana Boat Recall
August 05, 2022
Is Chemical Sunscreen Safe? What Derms Want You To Know About Sunscreen Spray and the Banana Boat Recall
For years, chemical sunscreens have been under scrutiny due to safety concerns. We've known for…
By Kara Jillian Brown
The Next Phase of Fragrance Is Gender Inclusive, and These Brands Are Leading the Charge
August 05, 2022
The Next Phase of Fragrance Is Gender Inclusive, and These Brands Are Leading the Charge
Back in 2004, when men’s and women’s grooming and skin-care products were strictly divided into…
By Celia Shatzman
'I'm a Makeup Artist, and These Are the 3 Golden Rules for Faking a Smooth Finish on Textured Skin'
August 04, 2022
'I'm a Makeup Artist, and These Are the 3 Golden Rules for Faking a Smooth Finish on Textured Skin'
Whether it's wrinkles, acne scars, or enlarged pores, everyone has a bit of texture on…
By Kara Jillian Brown
I Got a 'Foot Facial' From a Podiatrist—Here's What it Was Like
August 03, 2022
I Got a 'Foot Facial' From a Podiatrist—Here's What it Was Like
There's nothing I love more than getting a pedicure. But while a salon massage chair…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Dr. Dennis Gross Found a Way To Make Vitamin C More Potent and Less Irritating, and My Sensitive Skin Has Never Looked Brighter
August 03, 2022
Dr. Dennis Gross Found a Way To Make Vitamin C More Potent and Less Irritating, and My Sensitive Skin Has Never Looked Brighter
Vitamin C is having a moment. Though the ingredient itself isn’t new, recent innovations have…
By Jordan Goldberg
Hibiscus Is Known as 'Nature's Botox,' But Does It Live Up to the Hype? Derms Weigh In Once and For All
August 02, 2022
Hibiscus Is Known as 'Nature's Botox,' But Does It Live Up to the Hype? Derms Weigh In Once and For All
While there are plenty of great "anti-aging" products on the market, most derms will tell…
By Isabella Sarlija
Why You Should Always Wear Sunscreen While Driving Your Car, According to Dermatologists
August 02, 2022
Why You Should Always Wear Sunscreen While Driving Your Car, According to Dermatologists
You understand the importance of wearing sunscreen on your face every day, right? And you…
By Rebecca Norris
5 Beginner-Friendly 'Rookie Retinol' Products Derms Say Won't Cause Irritation for First-Time Users
August 01, 2022
5 Beginner-Friendly 'Rookie Retinol' Products Derms Say Won't Cause Irritation for First-Time Users
Few skin-care ingredients are as well-loved and highly regarded as retinol. It’s so popular, in…
By Julie Ricevuto
3 of the Same Ingredients in Alzheimer’s Prevention Are Used in This Serum To Prevent Wrinkles
July 30, 2022
3 of the Same Ingredients in Alzheimer’s Prevention Are Used in This Serum To Prevent Wrinkles
We all know what aging skin looks like on the surface. Wrinkles, sagging, dullness, and…
By Zoe Weiner
Succinic Acid Is the Little-Known Acne-Fighting Ingredient That Rivals a Retinoid—And It Won't Irritate Your Skin
July 28, 2022
Succinic Acid Is the Little-Known Acne-Fighting Ingredient That Rivals a Retinoid—And It Won't Irritate Your Skin
Well beyond your teen years and still dealing with pesky breakouts? If conventional topicals (think…
By Michele Ross
A Derm Reveals That the Best Way To Avoid Sweaty Arms, Legs, and Underboobs Is With Good, Old-Fashioned Antiperspirant
July 28, 2022
A Derm Reveals That the Best Way To Avoid Sweaty Arms, Legs, and Underboobs Is With Good, Old-Fashioned Antiperspirant
It doesn't take much for my armpits to get swampy, but I know it's really…
By Kara Jillian Brown
4 Things a Dermatologist Would *Never* Do to Eczematous, Acne-Prone Skin
July 27, 2022
4 Things a Dermatologist Would *Never* Do to Eczematous, Acne-Prone Skin
Eczema and acne aren't usually skin conditions you see at the same time, but that…
By Kara Jillian Brown
6 (Very Sweaty) Editors Share Their Favorite Skin-Enhancing Makeup for When It's Simply Too Hot for Foundation
July 26, 2022
6 (Very Sweaty) Editors Share Their Favorite Skin-Enhancing Makeup for When It's Simply Too Hot for Foundation
This week in New York City, temps have been nearing 100°F with the type of…
By Kara Jillian Brown
I Tried the Brightening, Skin-Tone Evening Exfoliator the Internet Can’t Get Enough of, and It Exceeded the Hype
July 25, 2022
I Tried the Brightening, Skin-Tone Evening Exfoliator the Internet Can’t Get Enough of, and It Exceeded the Hype
Whoever promised all your skin-care woes would vanish in your 30s is a lying liar,…
By Gina Vaynshteyn
11 Best Reef-Safe Sunscreens That Are Good for You *and* the Ocean
July 25, 2022
11 Best Reef-Safe Sunscreens That Are Good for You *and* the Ocean
To dutifully protect our skin during peak UV indexes of summer, dive into the consumer…
By Britt Mattie
Thermal Spring Water Is the Secret Ingredient in * So * Many French Skin-Care Products—Here's What Derms Have To Say About Its Skin-Soothing Benefits
July 25, 2022
Thermal Spring Water Is the Secret Ingredient in * So * Many French Skin-Care Products—Here's What Derms Have To Say About Its Skin-Soothing Benefits
In ancient Rome, locals regularly bathed in hot springs as a way of harnessing the…
By Anneke Knot
I've Been Using the Most Derm-Recommended SPF for a Decade—Until I Tried Dermalogica's New Formula
July 24, 2022
I've Been Using the Most Derm-Recommended SPF for a Decade—Until I Tried Dermalogica's New Formula
Mere days ago, I shed a tear as my EltaMD UV Clear SPF 46 ($39)—which…
By Dominique Michelle Astorino
How an Allergist Wants You To Tweak Your Skin-Care Routine if You Have Seasonal Allergies
July 22, 2022
How an Allergist Wants You To Tweak Your Skin-Care Routine if You Have Seasonal Allergies
Those with seasonal allergies know just how annoying it can be to have something as…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Using Mineral Sunscreen Has Traditionally Meant Dealing With a Goopy White Cast, but These Next-Gen Formulas Are Changing the Game
July 22, 2022
Using Mineral Sunscreen Has Traditionally Meant Dealing With a Goopy White Cast, but These Next-Gen Formulas Are Changing the Game
Historically, opting for a mineral sunscreen meant that you were stuck with a white, opaque…
By Zoe Schaeffer
Add These 8 Planet-Friendly Summer Beauty Picks to Your Sephora Cart ASAP
July 22, 2022
Add These 8 Planet-Friendly Summer Beauty Picks to Your Sephora Cart ASAP
It's trending on TikTok, featured on talk shows, and your group chat's favorite topic. Ethical…
By Well+Good Editors
If Your Nails Are Breaking More Than Usual, Derms Say These Sneaky Summer Activities Are the Culprit
July 21, 2022
If Your Nails Are Breaking More Than Usual, Derms Say These Sneaky Summer Activities Are the Culprit
Bad news for any aspiring merpeople out there: All that water exposure might be secretly…
By Danielle Cohen
This Is the *Only* Way a Dermatologist Wants You To Use Bar Soap in The Shower
July 20, 2022
This Is the *Only* Way a Dermatologist Wants You To Use Bar Soap in The Shower
Washing with a bar of soap isn't rocket science, but believe it or not, there…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Our Commerce Editor Found the Best Beauty Deals at the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale
July 20, 2022
Our Commerce Editor Found the Best Beauty Deals at the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale
The 2022 Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is here, which means you have access to mega discounts…
By Gina Vaynshteyn
5 Factors That May Disrupt Your Body's Vitamin D Absorption, and What To Do About It
July 20, 2022
5 Factors That May Disrupt Your Body's Vitamin D Absorption, and What To Do About It
You've likely heard it before that when the sun is shining and you don't have…
By Han Schneider
3 Dermatologists Share the Best Beauty Deals To Snag During the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale
July 19, 2022
3 Dermatologists Share the Best Beauty Deals To Snag During the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale
The best part about the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is the same thing that can make…
By Kara Jillian Brown
An Esthetician Says This One-and-Done Serum Is So Moisturizing, You Can Skip Your Day Cream Altogether
July 19, 2022
An Esthetician Says This One-and-Done Serum Is So Moisturizing, You Can Skip Your Day Cream Altogether
There's no denying that our complexions are a different type of dry in the summer.…
By Francesca Krempa
This ‘Secret Solution’ Resurfacing Toner Has 2 Derm-Favorite Ingredients That Help Quickly Even Skin Complexion
July 19, 2022
This ‘Secret Solution’ Resurfacing Toner Has 2 Derm-Favorite Ingredients That Help Quickly Even Skin Complexion
In a world where new skin-care products seem to be launching each and every day,…
By Rebecca Norris
There’s a Right and a Wrong Way To Wash Your Armpits, and It Can Make All the Difference in How Much You Stink
July 18, 2022
There’s a Right and a Wrong Way To Wash Your Armpits, and It Can Make All the Difference in How Much You Stink
We can always count on hot, sticky summers to get our sweat glands working overtime,…
By Danielle Cohen
Here’s Exactly What to Do for a Splinter, Since Summer Is the Season for Going Barefoot
July 17, 2022
Here’s Exactly What to Do for a Splinter, Since Summer Is the Season for Going Barefoot
Almost all of my friends have some sort of vivid, wince-inducing injury story from when…
By Han Schneider
Melanoma Rates Are on the Rise—Here's What You Can Do to Protect Yourself
July 16, 2022
Melanoma Rates Are on the Rise—Here's What You Can Do to Protect Yourself
The most common form of cancer in the United States is skin cancer, which—if you…
By Julie Weingarden Dubin
Your Scalp Is *Highly* Susceptible To Painful Sunburns—Here's How a Derm Wants You To Prevent and Treat Them
July 15, 2022
Your Scalp Is *Highly* Susceptible To Painful Sunburns—Here's How a Derm Wants You To Prevent and Treat Them
Before you slip into your swimsuit and indulge in a little summer R&R, it’s crucial…
By Jordan Goldberg
Ourself's Bioengineered Skin-Care Is Basically a Laser Resurfacing Treatment in a Bottle
July 14, 2022
Ourself's Bioengineered Skin-Care Is Basically a Laser Resurfacing Treatment in a Bottle
Gone are the days when a trip to the dermatologist's office was the only way…
By Zoe Schaeffer
'I'm a French Skin-Care Founder, and These 4 Easy Tips Are The Only Ones You Need To Achieve Healthy Summer Skin'
July 14, 2022
'I'm a French Skin-Care Founder, and These 4 Easy Tips Are The Only Ones You Need To Achieve Healthy Summer Skin'
Peek inside a French woman’s bathroom cabinet, and it’s highly unlikely that you’ll find the…
By Lauren Wicks
This ‘Detox in a Jar’ Treatment Is What One Nurse Who Wears Masks All Day Long Swears By for Revitalized Skin
July 14, 2022
This ‘Detox in a Jar’ Treatment Is What One Nurse Who Wears Masks All Day Long Swears By for Revitalized Skin
Have you ever stopped to look in the mirror only to wonder why your skin…
By Rebecca Norris
9 Drugstore Skin-Care Buys That Are Even Better Value on Prime Day—And Not One Is Over $25
July 13, 2022
9 Drugstore Skin-Care Buys That Are Even Better Value on Prime Day—And Not One Is Over $25
Building a robust skin-care routine takes a lot of trial and error. The product that…
By Ali Finney
13 Prime Day Deals (On and Off Amazon) W+G Shoppers Couldn’t Add to Their Carts Fast Enough
July 13, 2022
13 Prime Day Deals (On and Off Amazon) W+G Shoppers Couldn’t Add to Their Carts Fast Enough
Amazon's Prime Day is in full swing, and unsurprisingly, it's been a goldmine of too-good-to-pass-up…
By Francesca Krempa
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