Collage: Jemeria Davison; Source images: Courtesy of brandsSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story Choosing the best gifts for teenage girls can feel like trying to keep up with TikTok trends—blink, and you're already behind. Between the latest beauty crazes, the influx of influencers on their screens, and teens having very specific opinions about what's […]

Collage: Jemeria Davison; Source images: Courtesy of brandsSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story If you have sensitive skin, the best La Roche-Posay products may already be in your skin-care routine. The French pharmacy favorite is practically synonymous with caring for easily irritated complexions, earning praise from dermatologists, Allure editors, and our Best of Beauty […]

$26 at Charlotte TilburySave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story TL;DR: What it is: An iconic, nude-pink lip liner paired with a sheer pink gloss What it does: Defines and shapes lips with a universally-flattering lip combo Who it’s for: Pillow Talk fans and soon-to-be Pillow Talk fans alike Everyone already knows that Charlotte Tilbury’s […]

Collage: Jemeria Davison; Source images: Courtesy of brandsSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story If your skin's looking a little dull or feeling rough, the best alpha hydroxy acid products might be exactly what your routine is missing. Also known as AHAs, these chemical exfoliants loosen the bonds that hold dead cells together, making way […]

Black BearSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story Believe the hype: Wicker is the wittiest, smartest, most romantic movie of the year. It’s also the horniest, and should we be surprised? The basketweaving lexicon is full of words like “tucking,” “waling”, and “rim,” with willow rods described as “featuring a thick butt end and a […]

$44 at Earth HarborSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story TL;DR: What it is: A bouncy gel-cream packed with peptides and hyaluronic acid What it does: Hydrates, plumps, and smooths skin Who it’s for: Bouncy-skin enthusiasts, those who need a little bit more hydration, and anyone who adores a dewy complexion Some moisturizers just look […]

Save StorySave this storySave StorySave this story Anyone who has tried the best Dyson hair tools immediately understands the hype: sleek designs and innovative features—including airflow- and temperature-regulating technology—that make drying and styling easier, faster, and more intuitive. For example, most tools use smart heat sensors that automatically adjust the temperature based on your hair […]

Courtesy of BrandSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story As of 2024, Dove sells an estimated 60 bars of its Beauty Bar soap per second in the U.S., which some low-lift arithmetic will tell you is almost 1.9 billion ivory ovals per year. With statistics like that, it’s no wonder almost every Allure staffer has […]

Photography by Sean SimeSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story What’s better than one 30th birthday celebration? Two, duh. After a day filled with masterclasses, mingling, injectable appointments, and top-tier goodie bags at Allure’s Best of Beauty Live, the team did it all again for a nighttime session at Halo Twenty Eight in Manhattan’s Financial […]

Collage: Jemeria Davison; Source images: Courtesy of brandsSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story As your lips change with age, so should your makeup. That's where upgrading to the best lip liners for mature skin comes in: Paired with a good lipstick for older women, they can help restore definition, create the appearance of fuller […]