They say the grass is always greener on the other side—and in our experience, that applies to hair, too. No matter how gorgeous your natural curls may be, sometimes you just want the sleek, smooth look of perfectly straight hair. But even the best hair straighteners need to be strong—yet gentle—enough to take on the challenge of a full head of curly hair. Even more importantly, hair straighteners for curly hair need to have specific features (think: temperature control and plate material) to avoid heat damage and breakage while taming frizz and flyaways. Read More...
When it comes to bang for your buck, mascara rules over all other beauty products. With a simple swipe and flick of the wrist, you instantly look bright-eyed and wide awake, with defined, lengthened lashes delicately framing your face. However, mascara technology (and yes, this is a subject we’re passionate about) has come a long way since you picked up your first mascara at the local drugstore. Some mascaras deliver dramatic volume, while others lightly lengthen stubby lashes — and don’t even get us started on the superiority of tubing mascara. Read More...
Does your idea of the perfect vacation center around days spent at the beach, sprawled out on an extra-large towel with a good book, only to get up and take a dip every few hours to cool off? Or perhaps you like to take a more active approach, spending the majority of your time on a board, in the surf, or snorkeling below the surface. Whatever the case may be, we assume that sunscreen is part of your beachside beauty routine. Read More...
