Have we told you lately how much we love a good beauty sale? If not, here’s a reminder. There are certain beauty sales that we look forward to, and the 2021 edition of the annual Nordstrom Anniversary Sale sits high on the list. The sale kicked off on July 12, granting early access for Nordstrom…

To Dolly-ize. That’s the main goal of every single outfit, hairstyle, and makeup look Dolly Parton has worn in the past 60-something years (that’s a helluva lot of looks). When she gets her hands on a beauty trend, she makes a point to infuse her “gaudy, flamboyant, fun” personality into it — hence, Dolly-ize. That’s…

My look was always kind of trashy. It was a country girl’s idea of glam — the backwoods (1) Barbie. And I’d kinda overdone it, I guess, but I was always comfortable. So I remember Chet Atkins, one of the world’s most famous guitar players and a friend of mine, who was born and raised…

It’s not only beloved by editors and consumers but approved by board-certified dermatologists as well. Joshua Zeichner, director of cosmetic and clinical research of dermatology at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City, recommends this exfoliating toner for those with acne-prone skin.  Allure editors — including me, Sarah Han — are also fans of this…

So far, summer 2021 is proving to be a win on the beauty sale front. This month, Nordstrom is giving us yet another reason to celebrate. The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2021 kicked off on July 12 with early access to the discounts for select cardholders. If you’re not yet a member, no worries — you…

Oh yeah, and the powerful acid helps reduce fine lines and wrinkles, too, due to its small size. “It can actually penetrate into the deeper dermis, where our collagen and elastin reside,” Zubritsky explains. “Glycolic acid works on fibroblasts to stimulate new collagen, resulting in firmer, tighter-appearing skin.”  Who should use glycolic acid?  With these…

A swipe of soft pastel eyeliner screams spring and summer, but it truly makes for a pretty eye-makeup look any time of the year. “Pastel liners are the perfect introduction to wearing color because they are muted down and are great as an accent color or all-over wash,” makeup artist Charlie Riddle tells Allure. While…

What I personally look for in a dry shampoo is one that’s oil-absorbing but not drying and volumizing but not gritty because fine hair is not forgiving and styling mistakes are often wildly visible for me. Oh, and if it’s unscented or has a nice scent that’s not overwhelming, it gets bonus points.  PhD Advanced…

Some tarot readers believe that your first deck should be gifted to you. While everyone loves presents, there is nothing more valuable than rewarding yourself with the magic of divination, so I say you should relish the opportunity to choose your first deck. With so many enchanting options available, the most important variable is your…