Dr. Hsu also notes that the lesions (occasionally it may just be one lesion) sometimes first appear in the mouth, genitals, or face, but then can spread to the hands, feet, and trunk of the body. From beginning to end, the rash can last anywhere from two to four weeks. How can you tell if your rash is monkeypox? It […]
We have narrowed down the best BB creams for sensitive skin. From sheer to full coverage, natural to matte finish, there’s a product for everyone’s needs, so you can easily find your perfect BB cream match. Since the no-makeup makeup look hit its stride, BB creams (short for beauty or blemish balms) have become one of the most sought-after beauty […]
Retinol is considered the “gold standard” ingredient in anti-aging skincare for a reason. It has the most evidence backing up its use when looking to improve fine lines, loss of firmness, uneven skin tone, as well as issues with pores and texture. Retinol isn’t without issues. They should be avoided in pregnancy and nursing, and it can cause skin irritation, […]
Current Beauty Wish list Lots of skin care and hair stuff on this list, I know. They’re both what I’ve been into for a while now, so I’m going with it! Speaking of hair products, do you like higher end or drugstore? I usually do a mix of both, so please note the items I plan on grabbing at Target […]
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent). Bite Beauty Sugarcane (DC, $26.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). Make Up For Ever Inspiring Petal (150) (P, $23.00) is less shimmery, lighter, more muted (90% similar). Clinique Beige Pop (P, $19.50) is less shimmery, lighter, glossier (90% similar). ColourPop Love Muffin (P, $7.00) is cooler (90% […]
Here at Allure, our team is filled with very avid self-care enthusiasts, so we’re constantly trying and testing new facial tools. The best gua sha tools have entered our skin-care routines not just for their cooling, nearly therapeutic feel on the skin, but for their ability to soothe puffiness and define facial contours (albeit, temporarily). Let’s get one thing clear, […]
Most people dream of having thick, voluminous hair. But, sadly, few people are naturally blessed with hair that looks like this. If you once enjoyed a bouncy, luxurious head of hair but have found that it has become thin, dull, and lifeless in recent years, you may be looking for ways to bring your hair back to its former glory. […]
Things I packed for 3 weeks… no less than 3 retinoid serums because I didn’t want to run out and all of these were open. I’ve been using the Trinny London Overnight Clarity niacinamide and retinol serum because I really like how moisturizing it is and I like that it has niaciniamide in it. However! It has an intense golden […]
Cobblestone Clionadh Cobblestone Earth Vibrant Multichrome Eyeshadow ($15.99 CAD for 0.05 oz.) has a soft, warmer gray base with multichromatic shimmer that shifted from light-medium pink to pink-peach to soft, warm green. It had a more metallic, but very smooth, finish. Opaque coverage Smooth, emollient, almost cream-like More loosely-pressed, applied evenly Long-wearing (9 hours) Ingredients +/- Titanium Dioxide, +/- Mica, […]
Lip flips have spiked in popularity recently, but the trendy treatment may not be the best option for everyone. “Whether a lip flip, lip filler or both should be done for a patient depends on their anatomy and aesthetic goals,” explains Palo Alto, CA facial plastic surgeon Sachin Parikh, MD. One of the reasons people have begun requesting lip flips […]