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When you’re a big, big star like Billie Eilish, you have the world’s best glam teams at your beck and call. But while getting your makeup done by top pros is lots of fun, it’s also fun to do it yourself! The Hit Me Hard and Soft musician just revealed that she does her own tour makeup and shared every …

Still, certain ingredients can help, with retinoids being among the best. These are “vitamin A derivatives that can increase skin cell turnover and stimulate collagen,” says Dr. Chang. “Retinoids have been shown to clinically reduce the appearance of fine lines and improve skin texture and complexion.” She also points to peptides, short chains of amino acids, to help improve skin …

Plus, they tend to be easier to clean than loofahs. “[Silicone scrubbers] aren’t a good medium for microbial growth and are therefore easily kept clean with soap and water,” cosmetic chemist Emmy Ketcham previously told Allure. Is it better to use a loofah or a washcloth? Wondering whether to go loofah or washcloth? “I recommend using a washcloth because it …

Key ingredients: azelaic acid (10%), niacinamide, allantoin | Fragrance-free: yes Best for Dark Spots: SkinFix Acne+ 2% BHA Spot Treatment SkinFix Acne+ 2% BHA Spot Treatment Why it’s worth it: With the SkinFix Acne+ 2% BHA Spot Treatment, an Allure 2022 Best of Beauty winner, you can target inflamed blemishes while preventing new ones from appearing—thanks to its exfoliating star …

The laziest you can get with your routine without compromising your hair’s health is cleansing with shampoo, using a conditioner, and following up with a leave-in conditioner. Hairstylist Ariana Greene says that while a full-blown style isn’t essential, you still need to do something with your washed hair. “I would always recommend every natural to at least finish off their …

Key ingredients: yuja, vitamin C, hyaluronic acid | Who it’s for: people with dry, dehydrating skin | Fragrance-free: yes Best Lip Treatment: Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask Shopping market editor Angela Trakoshis applying the Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask Angela Trakoshis Why it’s worth it: Parched lips are no match for Laneige’s Lip Sleeping Mask, which has racked up three Allure Readers’ …

Key ingredients: meadowfoam seed oil, tsubaki seed oil | Best for: all curl types Best for Type 2 Curls: Fekkai Brilliant Glossing Cream Fekkai Brilliant Glossing Styling Crème Why we love it: The Fekkai Brilliant Glossing Styling Crème works on all hair types, but truly shines for Type 2 waves. Type 2 hair’s signature S-shaped wave can make it more …

Editor’s tip: This serum also has a lovely tropics-inspired scent, featuring notes of coconut water, honeydew, cantaloupe, and orange Key ingredient: guar bean paste | Who it’s for: curly hair Best Multitasker: Matrix Total Results Miracle Creator Multi-Benefit Treatment Spray Matrix Matrix Total Results Miracle Creator Multi-Benefit Treatment Spray Why we love it: Cleveland is super impressed with how effective …

Who it’s for: people who don’t shy away from bold colors | Available shades: 16 Best Dual-Ended: Tarte Quick Stick Shadow & Liner Tarte Tarte Quick Stick Shadow & Liner Why it’s worth it: Every great cat eye requires two things: A precise liner and a shimmery shadow to highlight your artistry. The good news is you’ll find both in …

If your age spots are really stubborn, an in-office treatment at a dermatologist can make all the difference. “I usually recommend laser treatments, as they’re effective and less likely to cause scarring than cryotherapy,” she says. “Chemical peels can work, too, but they often require multiple sessions, depending on the formula. For thicker or more stubborn spots, cryotherapy or electrocautery …