Beauty

When the Hitachi Magic Wand first launched in the 1960s, it flew off shelves once an off-label use spread through whispered wildfire: the intense vibrations doubled could help you have an incredible orgasm. In the sixty-plus years since, the OG vibrator has remained iconic, only needing minor updates (like the more recent cordless option). “It’ll

Frontals, closures, microlinks, and I-tips—trying to keep up with all the latest hair trends is as exhausting as actually sitting down in the salon chair for hours waiting for your desired style to be installed. For many Black women—myself included—traditional sew-ins served as our first foray into weaves before the style took a backseat to

We all have a unique scent—that natural cocktail made up of our body chemistry mixed with the products we routinely use on our skin, hair, laundry, and more. It’s the subtle but distinctively-you smell left behind on a T-shirt—or on your bed sheets. If you think of a traditional fragrance formula, worn overtly, then a

Francois DurandGetty Images Frizz and I go way back. We’ve been friends, enemies, and long-lost lovers who are inevitably going to be reunited. I have more hair than I know what to do with, a curl pattern that won’t form a spiral without a fight, which all equals huge amounts of frizz and flyaways. For

The proof is in the photos. Not much has changed aesthetically with Gwyneth Paltrow since the 1990s. While the beauty world has undergone a complete facelift on all fronts over the past three decades, Paltrow has stuck to a minimalist skin-care routine, which has also included a total clean-up of the ingredients she put on

My love for Hello Kitty knows no bounds. In 2021, Kitty White was part of my kitchen, my closet (this Susan Alexandra collaboration was a high point of my year), and my beauty routine. This year, she’s staying firmly part of the latter with Pixi Beauty’s new collab, which drops tomorrow. “There are so many

Kate Beckinsale sure knows how to look good on and off the screen. Besides her stellar movie performances and workouts, the actress and beauty entrepreneur is known for her gorgeous makeup looks and flawless complexion. And when it comes to her lips, the 48-year-old swears by this top-rated drugstore lip balm: The ChapStick Skin Protectant

The influence of the camellia flower on Chanel’s DNA can be seen throughout everything the French atelier creates. Rumored to have been Coco Chanel’s favorite flower, the blooms have been integrated (both prominently and subtly) into the house’s clothing, designs, fragrances, and skincare. Paper versions even adorn the brand’s iconic shopping bags. N°1 De Chanel

Some skin-care treatments are better left to the pros. Certain types of peels. lasers, and deeper levels of light therapy should be done by a knowledgeable and board-certified expert. However, microdermabrasion at home is a treatment that with proper research, and careful instruction from your dermatologist, can deliver skin-smoothing benefits right from your bathroom. What

Rosdiana CiaravoloGetty Images Curls: We love them, we care for them, we try ten different products every washday to figure out what they need. As a curly girl myself, I think I’ve tried every tip and trick available on the Internet attempting to figure out how to get the most voluminous, defined, hydrated, and healthy

Rosdiana CiaravoloGetty Images Of all the oils available for moisturizing skin and hair, rosemary oil may not be the first to come to mind. Although, it’s quite versatile. In addition to its aromatherapy and food seasoning capabilities, rosemary oil for hair also has quite a few damage restoration benefits. Leave it to TikTok and Instagram

If health is wealth, then turmeric is gold. But really, the flowering plant in the ginger family is gold in color and the turmeric benefits for skin—and health—are plentiful. Native to South and Southeast Asia, “the root part [of turmeric] is what is used in cooking, traditional South Asian and Asian medicine, and now in

LOCATION: The northern tip of the Spanish island of Ibiza, overlooking Xarraca Bay. The spa is part of the Six Senses Ibiza resort, which boasts 116 guest rooms and suites, 17 townhouses, three restaurants, shopping, and an ever-changing lineup of entertainment and adventure outings. VIBE: A healthy yet indulgent respite with breathtaking views. THE CONCEPT:

The holiday social season is upon us, so it’s fitting that Pat McGrath Labs is using this time to reveal its latest and most regal collab with the beloved Shonda Rhimes Netflix series Bridgerton. Mother Pat herself shared the news virtually to a group of reporters, and, after introducing the stunning products (which we’ll spill

As the temperatures drop outside, Selena Gomez’s Rare Beauty line is looking ahead to warmer days—and the essential new additions coming in its spring collection. For the first time since Rare Beauty’s launch, Gomez got to take reporters through the year-old line’s new products and share her makeup hacks during a press day in New

ELLE’s 2021 Future of Beauty Awards Every item on this page was chosen by an ELLE editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. Dec 8, 2021 Choosing the best beauty products from the 15,000-plus options that launched in the U.S. this year could be a daunting task. But

After a couple of years on pause, life is busy once again. Streets are bustling with anticipation and conversation. It’s easy to get caught up in a stream of events without taking a minute to appreciate the small, beautiful moments in life. The question is, how do we find the time to do so? To

Dimitrios KambourisGetty Images After selling out nearly immediately when it launched in August, Rihanna’s fragrance, Fenty Eau de Parfum, has finally restocked. While her die-hard fans have been itching to try the perfume, the timing of its re-release couldn’t be more perfect. As the Holiday season fast approaches, you can finally get your hands on

Whether you’re sneaking away for a mid-winter retreat (highly recommended for those of us East Coasters suffering from seasonal affective disorder) or visiting for the annual Art Basel fair—it’s summer vibes all year long in Magic City. Here’s our guide on where to stay, where to eat, and what to do in Miami Beach. Will

Colson Baker–alias Machine Gun Kelly–has just joined the ranks of celebrities turned beauty moguls. After weeks of teasing a new project on a little-known Instagram account, Baker’s first-ever foray into the beauty world has finally hit the market: UN/DN LAQR is a full line of genderless, punk nail polishes, all designed to stand out from

When I first heard about Ephemeral Tattoo, a shop that uses ink that fades in 9 to 15 months, I scoffed. Getting tattooed is a meaningful, deeply personal process, and made-to-fade artwork seemed to trivialize the art form. But then I realized my reaction was hypocritical. I have about 20 tattoos, and not all are

By now, you should 100% know that going to bed with your makeup on is the ultimate skincare sin. So is washing your face in the shower (a big no-no because the water is often way too hot) and not washing your hands before you wash your face because, errr germs? That’s where facial cleansing

Rosdiana CiaravoloGetty Images Lush lashes have always been an icon’s most essential asset: think Elizabeth Taylor’s inky Cleopatra wings, Twiggy’s exclamation points, even Minnie Mouse’s flirty spikes. While a new brush shape launches almost monthly, the basic mascara recipe (wax plus pigment) has remained about the same since Thomas Williams mixed coal dust into Vaseline

A few months ago, I had a lower-face and neck lift. Before the surgery, a nurse called to give me a list of what to bring for my two-night recovery in a hotel. Along with a baby toothbrush and arnica tablets, she said, “Don’t forget a headscarf and sunglasses so no one will recognize you.”