We get it. Those bangs you decided to cut in the Winter were a great idea when you got them done. But now Summer is here, and that full fringe is starting to get in the way. How do you reconcile? With an adorable hairstyle, that's how. Click through to find five sweet styles for keeping your fringe in check.
When it comes to your makeup bag, drugstore beauty is, well, a beautiful thing. From face wipes to lip balms to frizz serums, we've rounded up our favorite products that won't break the bank. They're all under $10, and they're all right here.
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— Additional reporting by Jessica Cruel and Kaitlyn Dreyling
Remember your younger, more carefree years when you'd go to sleep with wet hair and wake up with it sticking in a million directions (ahem, college)? Well, growing up means getting wiser . . . at least with your beauty routines. There are plenty of things you can do while you sleep to help you arise with a coiffure people will envy. So grab your pajamas, curl up, and keep reading.
The world of designer fragrance is once again expanding with the announcement that Alexander McQueen will release a men's and women's fragrance, developed by Procter & Gamble. "We believe it's probably the most prominent brand that is not yet playing in the luxury beauty market," P&G Prestige vice president Luigi Feola told WWD.
While this is the first fragrance deal for Alexander McQueen as a brand, the label's late founder, Lee Alexander McQueen, had already taken the first steps into the perfume world. He released Kingdom through YSL Beauté in 2003, as well as the My Queen scent in 2005. When YSL Beauté was taken over by L'Oréal, however, McQueen's fragrances didn't make the cut and have since been discontinued, leaving a hole in the fragrance market that only this iconic brand can fill.
McQueen passed away in 2010, and Sarah Burton took over as creative director. She is expected to "play a significant role" in the fragrance development, according to Feola. No release date has been set.
June is Blonde Appreciation Month, and it comes at a good time. Blondes are having a serious moment in Hollywood, with celebrities like Anne Hathaway and Demi Lovato trying the hue. But they aren't the first ones who have taken the plunge with a color change. Click through to see some stars you may have forgotten, who have experimented with lightened locks.
Home fragrances like candles are one of beauty's more luxurious products, and for good reason. There's nothing better than striking a match, lighting a candle, and settling down for some beauty rest after a long day . . . especially if you've got a candle like Aerin's Sky Flower Candle ($58). Part of Aerin's Home Fragrance Collection, which was created in conjunction with Nest Fragrances, Sky Flower evokes the scent of a lush garden bouquet. Notes of gardenia, tuberose, jasmine, and magnolia mesh playfully with hints of bergamot and bourbon vanilla, making this candle the ultimate buy for floral lovers. And as if that weren't enough, Sky Flower is packaged in a gorgeous box that's more keepsake than clutter. And once the wax is gone, you can use the frosted blue glass holder to house its own floral bouquet, making this a candle that comes full circle.
No matter how old you are, acne can be a pesky problem that seems to never go away. Products that claim to clear away blemishes can cost a pretty penny, but never fear. The drugstore is filled with products that can help you get clearer, more enviable skin. So in honor of National Acne Awareness Month, here are 10 of the best for you right here.
Most women have accepted razor burn as a part of their life, but razor burn is completely preventable, according to Jamie Ahn, owner of Acqua Beauty Bar in NYC. "Razor burn is a type of inflammation," she says. "You have to treat it right away." Think there's no way for you to actually nurse those painful bumps in all the wrong places? You'll be singing a different tune when you keep reading.
We do a lot in the name of beauty, whether it's waxing, plucking, or sitting under a hair dryer for an hour and a half. But there is one thing that some of us are a little less comfortable doing, and that's stripping down. Modesty tends to get the best of us from time to time, but there are a handful of treatments that are worth letting the girls out for.
Spray tan
Unless you're willing to ruin a perfectly good bra, it's best to check your unmentionables at the door. A lot of spray tan technicians will request that you take your bra off, but your underwear can stay on. Slip into a thong that's a bit past its prime to avoid any garish tan lines.
Massage
Getting all your kinks worked out is best done when there's little between you and your massage therapist. Aside from the uncomfortable chafing that can come from a bra strap being brushed against your skin (ouch!), it can sometimes be difficult for a therapist to, well, rub you the right way. You'll be tucked safely and modestly under a sheet, and a trained professional will know how to tuck and flip your blanket so you're never fully exposed.
Sea salt flotation
This relaxing treatment allows you to float in a bath of warm water that has been completely immersed with Epsom salts, making the water so dense that you actually are weightless on top of it. An experience this relaxing could be experienced with a bathing suit, but many spas suggest bathing in the buff to get the full benefits of relaxation. Bonus tip: an hour floatation is said to be as detoxifying as a three-day juice cleanse!
See more treatments to strip down for when you keep reading.
Rihanna has teamed up with MAC Cosmetics to create a collection that's all about color. Her RiRi Hearts MAC Summer collection, which launches today starting at 12 p.m. EDT exclusively on MAC's website, is all about bright, punchy, retro-matte lipsticks, as well as items that help replicate Rihanna's bronze glow.
Get a look at all the shades as we swatch each piece from the collection. On Maria: Alice + Olivia romper and jacket. On Jessica: Rachel Roy dress, Simply Vera by Vera Wang necklace.
Acne: the word gets thrown around a lot, but do you know exactly what it means? "Acne is a common skin condition commonly found in young adults," dermatologist Dr. Paul Jarrod Frank says. "It is a disease of the hair follicle and the pores that lead them to the skin."
More than just the typical pimple, the word "acne" encompasses everything from whiteheads to blackheads to inflamed cysts. That's right — even though you may not suffer from huge zits dotting your forehead, those blackheads that plague you also count as acne. Get all of Dr. Frank's tips when you keep reading.
Still skipping your morning workout because you can't bear going to work with gym hair? We've all been there, but you don't have to rank your hair over your body any longer. All you need is five minutes to sculpt a gorgeous hairstyle post-workout.
First thing's first. You're going to want to pick up a good dry shampoo, like Klorane Gentle Dry Shampoo ($18). Spritz it along your hairline, let it sit for two minutes, and then brush through. Then, just pick your style and go.
And if all else fails, throw on an adorable, on-trend baseball cap.
Festival season is well under way, and the party has just wrapped up in Tennessee for Bonnaroo. Braids, waves, and two-toned manicures all made appearances under the hot sun, making this festival a lesson in trendy Summer beauty. Get some serious inspiration for your next outdoor concert adventure when you click through.
— Additional reporting by Jaime Richards
Although Summer is the season of bright colorful nails, it seems some manicures are sticking to vampy neutrals — at least that's what it looked like in Hollywood this week. Katharine McPhee (top) adorned her nails with a shiny black lacquer, while Katie Holmes (bottom left) reached for a similar shade. And Anna Paquin (bottom right) opted for a midnight blue hue. These colors are usually kept to cooler temperatures, but whose dark Summer polish did you like best?
Flowers and pastels were on the forefront of Instagram this week, where Lauren Conrad and Nicole Richie showed off their prettiest photos. But they weren't the only ones who decided to show off what was inspiring them. Click through to see what else Instagram had to offer in the beauty realm.
When it comes to beauty products, most women have their go-tos but are always looking for the next big thing. Whether it's that perfect razor that will finally deliver smooth legs or a body wash to rinse away problem skin, we will scour the beauty aisles of drugstores looking for that miracle product that will remove all of our beauty woes. But what if someone told you there were products that could work wonders hiding in the last place you'd expect them to be? That's right: the men's section. There are many male-targeted products that can come to your rescue when your beauty regimen is in need of a boost. In honor of Father's Day, here are six products you could pick up for Dad . . . or just keep for yourself.
Celebrities came out in swarms for amfAR's Inspiration Gala, and they were all dressed the part. Cascading curls, crimson lips, and glossy eye shadows were on display, and they were all more than a little inspiring. Want to see more? Just keep clicking.
