OLD SPICE Introduced in 1938 in an aftershave, it’s the scent that started it all for American men. ARAMIS One of the first perfumes marketed to men when it debuted in 1963, this combination of floral notes with woods and leather helped define what we call a “men’s” fragrance. DRAKKAR NOIR An ’80s icon, …
The skin-care industry’s secret weapon moisturizes, smooths and rejuvenates. We rated 27 formulas to find the cream of the crop. BEST DRUGSTORE BRAND CeraVe Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid Serum, $16 amazon.com Hyaluronic acid formulas are notably pricey, but this budget-friendly “glides on effortlessly,” according to testers, adding moisture and lending a “natural youthful radiance.” BEST …
We rated 38 favorites on texture, pigment and fill. These four earned full marks. BEST BUDGET OPTION e.l.f. Cosmetics Instant Lift Brow Pencil, $3 amazon.com Our tester called this pencil’s marker-like tip “not overly heavy, but saturated enough to actually fill in” without gapping. The results are smooth and natural — particularly for a …
When was the last time you thought about your brows? If your eyes are the windows to your soul, your eyebrows are the curtains — and keeping them in check can have a huge impact on your look. Follow these steps for the best brows in town. KEEP THEM NATURAL Overly shaped brows are …
We tried out 25 popular foot mask and peel products. These four will put your best feet forward. BEST FOR CRACKS AND CALLUSES Aquaphor Reparing Foot Mask, $30 for 6 amazon.com One tester called these moisturizing socks a “sheet mask for your feet.” With avocado oil, shea butter, glycerin and provitamin B5, they’re especially …
We rated 43 formulas on application and overall quality. For golden glows and subtle bronzes, these four are medalworthy. BEST FOR BEGINNERS Isle of Paradise Express Self-Tanning Mousse, $32 theisleofparadise.com Our testers effortlessly achieved a “salonworthy glow-up” with this mousse and Isle of Paradise’s reusable mitt (sold separately). BEST VALUE L’Oreal Paris Sublime Bronze …
Breast Cancer Gift Guide – What to buy your loved one in treatment Founder of Cancer Fashionista and breast cancer survivor Melissa Berry cohosts the podcast “Empowered Intimacy: Getting Your Sexy Back After Breast Cancer” with friend Deltra, who lives with metastatic breast cancer. The two share their feel-good go-tos. DOUBLE DUTY Miena Robe …
Top picks for best face cleanser, moisturizer, facial scrub, facial SPF, tinted SPF, mask, retinol, and concealer. Best Face Cleanser TATCHA MATCHA CLEANSER $40 Inspired by Japanese home remedies, this gel-to-foam cleanser is tailor-made for oily skin and designed to deep-clean skin and pores — and does that very well — without leaving it …
Top picks for best shaving cream, razor, beard oil, bead conditioner, and electric razor. Best Shaving Cream THE SHOP SHAVE CREAM $10 The perfect balance between rich, moisturizing lather and easy-to-rinse capability, this surprisingly luxurious shave cream gives you a smooth shave while hydrating your skin in the process. Best Razor GILLETTE SKINGUARD $20 …
The popularity of toners is surging. It’s more than just hype. Here’s how to pick the right one and put it to use. Toners — liquidy solutions that are applied to your face after cleansing — were originally developed because old-school soaps were so harsh that they destroyed the pH balance of your skin. …