beauty products

"I look for brands with simple ingredient lists and formulations that I can trust. I also look to see who the founder is and what their values are — that means a lot to me, knowing who's behind the products I'm using."

Including a non-irritating retinol, hair products that help us make the most out of our styles and a whole bunch of anxiety-soothing CBD remedies.

It's time to stock up on all your favorite skin, hair, makeup, fragrance, body and wellness products.

They're like toting around one of those giant, 120-oz motivational water bottles all over TikTok — for your face.

They're like an IRL Instagram filter for your tiredness.

Perfect for inspiring far-from-boring makeup looks.

You'll probably be shocked by how many of your favorites can be refilled and re-used.

Founder and CEO Diarrha N'Diaye — a L'Oréal and Glossier alum — talks about how she tapped into big-name investors and what she thinks the industry is missing when it comes to the narrative of Black beauty.

Plus, they make products like moisturizers and self-tanners more effective.

Few things are quite as satisfying as melting away a day's worth of lip stain, eyeliner and mascara with a moisturizing, cushiony balm cleanser.

Obinna Keke, Director of Innovation & Business Operations for SheaMoisture Men, shares how the brand is celebrating this underserved community — while upending tired stereotypes and rejecting toxic masculinity.

Don't neglect your hands.

These formulas hold each hair in place — without looking stiff or fake.

Because being constantly told you look tired is just the worst.

There's a design to suit every aesthetic, mood and budget.

The multi-tasking, complexion-boosting formulas we love.

Including cream and oil (yes, oil!) blushes, potent brightening serums and sunscreens we can't wait to wear every single day this summer.

As anyone who has ever experienced a lip sunburn will attest, you don't want to neglect your mouth.

"Valentino beauty is for the dreamers."

...Which is exactly how often we should all be wearing sunscreen.

They also work wonders for tidying up makeup smudges or wobbly eyeliner.

Plus, a look at carbon offsetting in the beauty industry.

See ya never, orange highlights.

Also known as the easiest DIY nail art you'll ever do.