Whether it’s getting your armpits waxed, epilating, or treating ingrown hairs, hair removal can be a painful and uncomfortable process. Having sensitive skin, however, adds a whole new layer of complexity to the matter. Even shaving—arguably one of the less invasive methods of hair removal—can be ouchy for some folks. Shaving is not only abrasive, but “those with sensitive…
The Derm Behind ‘Skin Cycling’ Just Launched One of the Strongest Retinoids Money Can Buy, and It Won’t Irritate Your Complexion
January 26, 2024
Exfoliant, retinoid, and recovery—these are the three ingredient types you need to create a skin-cycling routine. The method, which is meant to help you get the most out of your nighttime regimen by rotating through active ingredients and allowing time for your skin to…
Found: A Face Oil That Intensely Hydrates My 42-Year-Old Skin Without Breaking It Out
January 22, 2024
We’ve been having a serious cold (and rainy) spell in LA, and it’s not ideal for me for many reasons. One, I hate driving in the rain (laugh all you want but I can’t help it, I was born here!); and two, my skin is straight-up pissed. Up until now, my skin…
The $12 Secret Weapon a Makeup Artist Swears By To Combat Sweat and Shine on the Red Carpet
January 20, 2024
Red carpets are stressful—there’s so much going on, the lights are super hot, and you’re supposed to look your best from every angle. So when Emily Amick, a makeup artist in New York City, is doing red-carpet makeup for her celebrity clients, she has one simple skin-prep step that zaps away oil and prevents moisture from seeping through makeup. And if you have your own…
My Skin’s Always Been Too Sensitive for Retinol, But I Finally Found an Alternative That Smooths Wrinkles Without Irritation
January 18, 2024
In a day and age when expert advice seems readily available around every corner of the Internet, you’d be hard-pressed to find an anti-aging breakdown that doesn’t include the use of a retinoid. But for many (including me), the side effects that come along with…
This Derm-Founded Brand Just Launched Body Care To Address Dark Spots, Keratosis Pilaris, and More
January 17, 2024
Fig.1, which launched in 2021, did so with the mission of creating science-backed skin care that felt super luxurious without the luxury price tag. The brand’s $34 serums (which rival some of the best pricy formulas on the market) have become staples in the Well+Good…
‘Oil Pulling’ Your Skin Can Effectively Dislodge Blackheads\u2014But There’s One Major Caveat
January 12, 2024
Though the practice has been given a buzzy new name (which, by the way, is a bit of a misnomer—”oil pulling” is an Ayurvedic oral health practice that involves swishing oil around inside your mouth), it’s really just a new take on oil cleansing, which also has roots in Auruveyda. It can be helpful for blackheads, but that depends on your skin type.
“It has some…
Meet The Skin-Care Pros Working Behind the Scenes To Ensure Not All Celebrity Beauty Brands Are B.S.
January 7, 2024
Though there certainly are celebrities out there who simply slap their names onto products and let their marketing teams do the rest, there are a select few brands out there that have done the work to create truly efficacious products—and in nearly every case…
“I’m really excited to launch with one product. I feel it’s really important, especially with a rebrand, to get the consumer aware of the product and give them a chance to use it and start to see a difference in their skin,” says Hudgens. “The…
I Replaced My Entire Multi-Step Skin-Care Routine With This 5-in-1 Moisturizer, and Caring for My Complexion Has Never Been Quicker
December 31, 2023
You know the saying, “Work smarter, not harder”? That’s the kind of attitude I have toward skin care. I, like the rest of us overworked millennials trying to maintain a semblance of work-life balance, don’t have time to spare on 15-step beauty routines and hour-long treatments. My beauty routine better be fast or else I’m simply not doing it. Seriously—if it…