A pink bag matches a lipstick in the corner of a department store. In another shop, the same shade shows up on heels behind glass. These displays came from different brands, but they used the same pink shade. When that pink showed up across accessories and makeup, it came with […]
Wearing SPF is important, but finding the best sunscreen that effectively safeguards skin from harmful UV rays — without making the skin feel greasy — can be a tall order. It’s even more of a feat for those of us with oily skin. Despite the myriad suncare products available to […]
There’s seemingly no limit to the number of nail trends to choose from at any given moment. This spring alone, we spied angel chrome nails, obsessed over the beach manicure and were swayed by barely there nail tints. If TikTok is anything to go by, though, nothing beats the French […]
Mascara wears down fast in summer. That’s because heat changes how products sit on the skin and sweat pushes them out of place. Even if your base makeup stays put, the lashes often don’t. Smudges and flakes form under the eyes when the formula can’t hold up to those conditions. […]
Thong kitten heels may not be new, but this season, they’re everywhere. The ’90s-inspired style has been circulating for a while now, riding the wave of minimal nostalgia — but 2025 is teetering into full-on mania thanks to elevated takes on the flat flip-flop (thank you, The Row). Think ultra-slick […]
Some beauty techniques quietly fall out of fashion…until suddenly, they’re everywhere again and looking better than ever. Underpainting makeup is one of those methods that’s currently reclaiming the spotlight, and it’s no surprise why. As cosmetic routines shift toward lighter textures and more natural finishes, this old-school application is proving […]
You don’t have to search very long to find plenty of TikTok-famous, viral beauty brands that are undoubtedly having a moment. But we would argue that longevity and credibility go much further than a trendy product. (After all, brands achieve heritage status because of their long history, consistency and ride-or-die […]
Skymates, are you ready to remix your reality? The month of June kicks off with a fresh breeze of possibility thanks to Gemini Season. The cosmos is giving shapeshifter energy. This is a month to shed the labels you’ve outgrown and flirt with the parts of yourself that you usually […]
It’s been a strong year for haircut trends — and we’re only halfway through. From “ghost layers” (invisible layers that add movement to fine hair without an obvious grow-out) to the “kicked” bob (a shoulder-skimming cut with chic, flipped ends), there’s something for everyone. As we head into summer, a […]
Welcome to Money Diaries where we are tackling the ever-present taboo that is money. We’re asking real people how they spend their hard-earned money during a seven-day period — and we’re tracking every last penny. Our Money Diaries submission process has changed. If you would like to submit a diary, please use […]
