Beauty Universe

From a conservative upbringing to building a multi-million dollar beauty brand, celebrity hairstylist and Ouai founder Jen Atkin has forged a path that defies convention. In this candid interview, she opens up about her early hustle, handling burnout, her...

For Sabrina Elba—model, activist, and cofounder of skincare brand S’Able Labs—self-care is less about excess and more about intention. From navigating sensitive skin as a woman of color to launching a brand that speaks to underserved communities, Elba has...

The Colombian pop icon opens up about launching her debut hair-care brand, reclaiming her natural curls, and why she’s finally done with DIY beauty experiments. Shakira has always known how to command a stage—with her music, her moves, and...

From copper peptides and LED masks to antioxidant-rich meals and spa-grade facials, biohacking isn't just for Silicon Valley CEOs. One beauty editor takes a deep dive into high-tech skincare optimization—and finds that hacking her glow might just start from...

It’s been two decades since Jergens made self-tanning mainstream—and the sunless glow has never been more accessible. But in an age of viral withdrawals, clean beauty, and shifting ideals, is the golden hour of faux tanning fading? We explore...

The sharp-cheeked look has taken over social media feeds and celebrity red carpets alike. But behind the sculpted selfies lies a procedure that’s far more nuanced than a simple fix. Here, top plastic surgeons weigh in on what buccal...

Gel manicures are glossy, long-lasting, and low-maintenance—until they’re not. For many of us, the perfect polish comes at the cost of nail health, and escaping the cycle isn’t as easy as switching to regular lacquer. One writer unpacks the...

The Rich Cream may have set the gold standard in luxury skincare, but Augustinus Bader's latest launch, The Elixir, is redefining what “results-driven” really means. We put it to the test to see if it lives up to the...

Dakota Johnson’s signature look in A24’s latest rom-com isn’t just about fringe and designer coats—it’s all about the perfect lip. The good news? You can copy her iconic beauty moment with one cult-favorite MAC pencil, no scissors required. How a...

Razor bumps—those irritating, inflamed, sometimes painful bumps that appear after shaving—can feel like the ultimate betrayal after your grooming routine. Smooth skin? Not quite. But with the right techniques and dermatologist-backed advice, it’s possible to not only treat razor...