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What does Taylor Swift smell like? It’s a question Swifties have been asking for years—and last night, at the MTV Video Music Awards, they finally got an answer. In a cute interaction recorded between Swift and RuPaul’s Drag Race alum, Xunami Muse, Swift revealed she wears Tom Ford perfume. A TikTok video posted to the

“I highly recommend Emepelle for those hoping to combat the effects of aging since Emepelle is a dermatologist-trusted brand that addresses rapid skin aging due to estrogen deficiencies triggered by menopause,” says Dr. Lewis. (FYI, Dr. Cohen recommends this product, too). “The brand’s pioneering MEP Technology is the only clinically proven, hormone-free ingredient that addresses

Control shine and excess oil by opting for a powder foundation. This version from Wander Beauty smooths and blurs while simultaneously conditioning the skin with nourishing ingredients, such as hyaluronic acid, aloe leaf, and plant extracts. Size: 0.31 fl oz Key ingredients: Hyaluronic acid, aloe leaf, safflower and hibiscus extracts Wander Beauty rating: 4.6/5 stars

Peter Philips has always loved to draw. Growing up in Belgium, the creative and image director for Christian Dior makeup was a graphic design student before studying at Antwerp’s Royal Academy of Fine Arts. But the breakthrough moment in his career came when he drew a portrait of Mickey Mouse freehand on a male model’s

The energy was electric backstage at Luar’s spring/summer 2025 runway show. In a small room just below Rockefeller Plaza, the makeup artists, hairstylists, and nail technicians moved in a jungle-like frenzy—which was fitting, as the dynamic makeup looks featured leopard-printed eyelids and scaly python leather eyebrows to express the powerful, yet whimsical nature of the

1 Christian Louboutin Fétiche Le Cuir Eau de Parfum A Nordstrom-exclusive, this is the only scent to pair with fall’s favorite neutral: cheetah print. Rich, sensual leather meets the delicate fuzz of peach skin for a result that’s sexy and animalic in a surprisingly wearable way. 2 Bobbi Brown Long-Wear Cream Eyeshadow & Kohl Eyeliner

This wax stick is small but mighty and known to provide a strong, slick hold through extremely humid climates for up to 48 hours. It’s heavy-duty, smells nice, and is super easy to apply. Reviewers rave about how great it is under wigs or to lock in flyaways on unruly hair. Key ingredients: Beeswax, paraffin

Who knew that tobacco and honey could be the scent match made in heaven? This alluring fragrance blends the two together with other gourmand notes like vanilla, tonka bean, sesame, aniseed, and clove. Key notes: Tobacco, honey, sandalwood, oud, vanilla, tonka bean, sesame, aniseed, clove Size: 100 mL Guerlain rating: 4.7/5 stars A Guerlain reviewer

Whether or not you’ve heard of Margot Elena—whose indie labels like Lollia, TokyoMilk, and Archive have graced the shelves of Anthropologie—you’re in for a real treat. Loved by editors and Oprah alike, this under-the-radar company carries a range of luxurious perfumes and beauty products that you can score in a sweet seasonal bundle for $59.99.

Cynthia Erivo’s Elphaba in Wicked isn’t the only one defying gravity; the models at Area’s Spring/Summer 2025 show were too. Looking like a high-fashion version of Trolls, they had their hair styled straight up and away from their faces, almost as if they were hanging upside down. Area is celebrating its 10th anniversary, and the

Charli XCX says brat summer is over, but that’s not stopping Collina Strada. At the designer’s spring/summer 2025 show, “Touch Grass,” lime green took center stage. Among the models? Elizabeth Sweetheart, better known as the Green Lady of Brooklyn, who wears only green and is something of a Carroll Gardens micro-celebrity. An 83-year-old, under-five-feet-tall model

Welcome to Last Drop, where you can discover the newest and buzziest beauty launches hitting shelves near you. Hourglass Cosmetics Ambient Lighting Edit – Unlocked Every year, we eagerly await the return of Hourglass Cosmetics’s Unlocked palettes, and they’re finally here. This year’s collection includes fresh cover art as well as new highlighters, blushes, and

For whimsical, geometry-inspired party-wear, fashion girls turn to Cult Gaia. The brand is known for its abstract, architectural clothing and accessories: Think an iridescent clutch in the shape of a shark eye seashell, a dress made of hundreds of threads of flaxen fringe, and anything-but-boring swimsuits peppered with metallic accents. Now, it’s venturing into the

We’re living in an age of fragrance wardrobes and niche perfumes; everybody wants options, and nobody wants to smell the same. If you’ve been twiddling your thumbs and waiting for your next novel scent discovery, fear not! The recently launched Balmain Beauty may be the answer to your prayers. The first collection, developed with Estée

Here’s a makeup hero that doubles as a foundation and a skin care product, providing coverage while boosting the health and appearance of the skin underneath. Not only does the formula feature soothing, brightening, and hydrating ingredients—like green tea, vitamin C, and Japanese Angelica root extract—it also offers SPF 20. Key ingredients: SkingenecellEnmei complex, green

When Victoria Beckham decided to add skin care to her namesake beauty brand, there was only one man that she could imagine collaborating with. And no, it wasn’t her husband David Beckham, who shared his morning routine on the beauty founder’s Instagram earlier this year. Rather, it was Augustinus Bader, founder of the eponymous, celebrity-favorite

If you heard a stat stating that over 500,000 customers had purchased and repurchased the same serum more than 10 times, wouldn’t you be at least a little intrigued to find out everything about it? Meet the Sulwhasoo First Care Activating Serum, a storied formula that firms, hydrates, and imparts a luminous glow on all

Even though this brush isn’t a classic round brush, our beauty editors love it so much that we had to include it. “I’m the opposite of a hair prodigy,” says Carol Lee, ELLE.com associate beauty e-commerce writer. “I’m confident in all other areas of grooming, but styling my hair does not come naturally to me.

Close your eyes, and picture coral underwater, swaying like vibrant tree branches. Now, try to imagine what this coral might smell like. You and I will most likely never know for sure (unless we’re both certified scuba divers), but we can guess that it might be a bit minerally, salty, warm, and almost floral. Now,

Confession: I scroll past every “clean girl” makeup tutorial on my TikTok For You Page. See, when I sit down at my vanity to do my signature full-glam makeup, my only goal is to be so flawlessly blended and airbrushed to perfection that every photo or video I post yields allegations of the Instagram Paris

At Brooklyn’s beloved Long Island Bar, the best cocktail isn’t on the menu—you have to order “the grapefruit one” to get their martini tinged with orange bitters and the essence of a grapefruit twist. Likewise, it helps to be in the know to ask for the good stuff at your dermatologist’s office—something different from the

Key notes: Vanilla, lavender, chamomile Size: 7.77 fl oz “Beautifully Balanced” was the perfect name for this body cream, which hydrates, soothes, and protects using ceramides, cica, and panthenol. It also has a delightfully delicate scent that feels like a comforting hug from the one you love most. Sephora rating: 4.8/5 stars An ELLE editor

1 Best Overall Salt and Stone Natural Deodorant Pros Moisturizes the skin Cons Some don’t like the scent Hyaluronic acid and seaweed extract are ingredients you hope to see in your facial skin-care products because of their hydrating, nourishing properties. So having them in your deodorant is an obvious win. Made with probiotics to neutralize

If you’re starting to grieve the end of summer, there’s no need to fret. Remember, there’s an upside to the coming season: The cool breeze of autumn ushers in a whole new set of beauty trends to try. And though there are still a few more weeks of warm weather left, it’s never too early