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You Can Celebrate Michelle Agyemang & Stand With Jess Carter Against Racism — The Lionesses Need Both
Even if you don’t follow football, what happened during the Women’s Euro 2025 tournament this week mattered. From the Lionesses being one moment away from retaining their European title, to a player having to take a step back on social media because of racial abuse — it was a stark […]
This Skin Gadget Zapped Away My Acne Breakout Overnight
From pimple patches to spot treatments and lasers, there’s little I haven’t tried in the name of clear skin. When it comes to beauty tech specifically, I’m hardly a novice, either — LED masks, sleek hair stylers, high frequency wands, cleansing tools… I use ‘em all! But if I had […]
Money Diary: A University Lecturer on £46,000
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 […]
The New Moon In Leo Is Your Self-Love Wake-Up Call
To ship or not to ship — that is the quandary of the New Moon in Leo. The lunation brings an unexpected intensity, forcing us to consider our future. With our hearts on the line, we’ll find that the dramatic approach is the only way to make a point and […]
Fashion Editor Faves: 22 Pieces Bringing Team R29 Joy This Summer
As pop hits blast in our headphones, hot dogs sizzle on the BBQ and sand seeps into every corner of our beach bags, we’re officially in summer mode. And at Refinery29, that means embracing all the good vibes through our fashion choices. We’re particularly eager to share our go-to festival […]
Why People Are Swapping Vapes For Cigarettes Despite The Risks
“Cigarettes for me were a form of nicotine that I was able to have more ‘control’ over than vaping,” says Ellie*, 29, from New York. It isn’t just Ellie who thinks this. When vapes spiked in popularity, the marketing of them as a way to cut back on cigarettes pervaded. […]
Biotech Ingredients Are Beauty’s Next Big Thing—Here’s How They’re Changing Skincare as We Know It
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Makeup Tips for Glasses-Wearers: How to Accentuate Your Eyes Behind the Lens
If you wear glasses, then you’re no stranger to makeup struggles. Imagine having your eye makeup disappear behind thick lenses or experiencing foundation smudges around the nose pads. While it’s true that glasses can sometimes mute your eye makeup, you can use simple tricks to ensure your makeup not only […]