Nicole Kidman, Hollywood’s Chameleon, Only Wants to Look Like Herself

Nicole KidmanPhoto: Getty ImagesSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story Nicole Kidman has received countless accolades in her decades-long career, thanks to her chameleon-like abilities on-screen. (Who can forget that prosthetic nose in The Hours?) Off-screen, though, she only wants to look and feel like herself. “I’ve got to be able to walk a red carpet and feel comfortable,” she… Continue reading Nicole Kidman, Hollywood’s Chameleon, Only Wants to Look Like Herself

Beginner’s Guide to Skin Care: How to Build Your Routine

Photo: Adobe StockSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story If there is one certainty among the many, many uncertainties in our world right now, it is this: Taking the time to care for ourselves should no longer be considered an indulgence. Rather, for so many reasons, it is a necessity. With skin care, though, there is another undeniable truth: It… Continue reading Beginner’s Guide to Skin Care: How to Build Your Routine

No, Lindsay Lohan Didn’t Actually Return to Her Natural Red Hair Color

Photo: Getty ImagesSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story For a moment there, it seemed like the Lohanaissance had reached its final form. Lindsay Lohan shared an Instagram carousel with what appeared to be a freakin’ gorgeous return to her famous red hair after years of being a blonde, sending fans into a frenzy. Headlines celebrated the return of one… Continue reading No, Lindsay Lohan Didn’t Actually Return to Her Natural Red Hair Color

Can You Fake a Blepharoplasty? I Gave It My Best Shot.

Courtesy SubjectSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story I didn't recognize her until I spotted the necklace. My neighbor was waving at me from across the restaurant, and I genuinely had no idea who she was. The face was unfamiliar—wide-eyed, oddly taut in a way that read as alert but not quite right. It was the distinctive pendant at her… Continue reading Can You Fake a Blepharoplasty? I Gave It My Best Shot.

8 Best Hair Oils of 2026 for Smooth, Shiny, Frizz-Free Hair

Collage: Paula Balondo; Source images: Courtesy of brandsSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story The best hair oils might sound completely counterintuitive. If you're trying to keep your hair from looking greasy, why would you add oil to it? But today's formulas are a far cry from the heavy, greasy treatments of decades past. The right hair oil can be… Continue reading 8 Best Hair Oils of 2026 for Smooth, Shiny, Frizz-Free Hair

Tate McRae Covered Herself in Gold at Lollapalooza—See the Photos

Getty ImagesSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story Tate McRae is (literally) so golden. When the musician closed out her set at Lollapalooza 2026 in Chicago, she didn't just wave goodbye and leave the stage—she took things to the next level of pop-star glamour and dunked almost her entire body in a glimmering metallic gold paint. And we're not talking… Continue reading Tate McRae Covered Herself in Gold at Lollapalooza—See the Photos

7 Best Azelaic Acid Serums for Acne, Redness, and Uneven Skin Tone

Collage: Paula Balondo; Source images: Courtesy of Allure editor and brandsSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story Treating acne (and the discoloration it leaves behind) is no easy task, but the best azelaic acid serums can speed up the process. If you're a skin-care enthusiast, you've likely heard of—and experimented with—a handful of acids, be it glycolic, salicylic, or polyhydroxy.… Continue reading 7 Best Azelaic Acid Serums for Acne, Redness, and Uneven Skin Tone

10 Best Showerhead Filters 2026 for Silky Hair and Clear Skin

Adobe StockSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story We treat viral products with a healthy dose of skepticism, but some experts say the best showerhead filters can actually make a meaningful difference in your routine. Why? It’s not uncommon for your local water supply to contain rust, sediment, chlorine, or an excess of minerals like calcium and magnesium. While these… Continue reading 10 Best Showerhead Filters 2026 for Silky Hair and Clear Skin

6 Best Exfoliating Body Washes 2026 for Smoother Skin

Collage: Paula Balondo; Source images: Courtesy of Allure editors and brandsSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story The best exfoliating body washes do more than cleanse—they smooth out rough skin using a blend of chemical or physical exfoliants and barrier-supporting ingredients. Whether you’re dealing with keratosis pilaris (a.k.a. strawberry skin), body breakouts, ingrown hairs, or general dryness, the right formula… Continue reading 6 Best Exfoliating Body Washes 2026 for Smoother Skin

7 Best Shampoos and Conditioners for Color-Treated Hair to Stay Vibrant and Fresh

Collage: Paula Balondo; Source images: Courtesy of brandsSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this story There’s nothing quite like leaving the salon with glossy, freshly colored hair. While fading is inevitable over time, using the best shampoos and conditioners for color-treated hair can help extend the life of your meticulously crafted shade between salon visits. These gentle, often sulfate-free formulas cleanse… Continue reading 7 Best Shampoos and Conditioners for Color-Treated Hair to Stay Vibrant and Fresh