With that painful experience in mind, Connell has learned (and is still learning) how to be kinder to herself. “Being cruel to myself about my hands shaking only serves the lie that my value is completely tied to an ableist, unattainable standard of ‘perfect,’” she says. “No longer treating myself like I’m unworthy has been…

At Allure, we get inundated with the latest and greatest beauty offerings every day. Most of it is exciting, some of it confusing, and sometimes it gets overwhelming, especially now that our homes have become our offices. Alas, that is the beauty editor’s burden to bear. When we really like something, you can trust that…

Professionals, on the other hand, “can take all the necessary precautions to make sure the gum tissue is safe and protected and the whitening agent is only getting on the tooth enamel that we want whiter.” Ultimately, Messina says that all over-the-counter, peroxide-based whiteners will deliver comparable results as long as you follow the manufacturer’s…

Still, I never thought I was worthy of the experience that is being in front of your bathroom mirror with your favorite songs on shuffle, dancing as you go through the motions of enhancing the beauty that is already there for others and, most importantly, yourself. I believed there were too many steps, brushes, and…

Regrettably, the fashion industry in particular has been notoriously slow to embrace anyone who doesn’t fit the mold. Sue Moore, Zebedee’s head booker, says she would get “quite a lot of negativity,” as recently as two years ago, when pitching talent to brands for potential campaigns. “They’d say, ‘No, I don’t think we’re ready for…

In my week of product testing, I used the treatment twice, following Gross’s instructions to use an upward circular motion to make the best use of the physical exfoliation. The folded-up towelette had just enough moisture for both legs, and I unfolded it to use the remaining moisture on my arms.  The first thing I…

If your skin has been breaking out more than usual, look to Paula’s Choice for quick clearing and brightening solutions. The Allure-editor favorite Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant taps two percent salicylic acid to help purge pores of excess oil, dead skin, and acne-causing bacteria.  Sunday Riley’s Good Genes Lactic Acid Treatment, which can…

In a season that’s different than previous ones (thanks, COVID-19), the holidays may feel a little strange since everyone is staying at home. One thing that’s normal is the deals that come with Cyber Monday, only this year — they’re better. With so many great steals, it’s hard to know where to begin, but let’s…

We love being the bearer of good beauty news, especially when it’s related to an Allure reader- and editor-favorite brand Fenty Beauty. Naturally, when the internet starts buzzing about any discounts coming from camp Rihanna, we’re all ears. Fenty Beauty just announced its Cyber Monday 2020 sale, and we’re happy to report that just about…

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