Lipstick tends to wear off with every bite, every sip and over a few hours, or so that’s what we thought. But Allure asked makeup artist Peter Philips, the global creative director of Chanel Makeup, for a few tips on how to make your lip color last for the long run. Be bold. Go for […]
Now that summer is here, you’ve probably begun prepping to show off your skin: exfoliating, moisturizing and, of course, waxing. We know it’s hard to believe but there is a way to make a reacquaintance with your waxer more bearable. Here are some tricks that actually help take the sting out of waxing from Allure. […]
Looking sexy isn’t all about lingerie, big hair and makeup; sometimes it has to do with body language, eye contact and (believe it or not) your personality! Men (and psychologists) way in on proven ways of looking sexy – instantly. Wear red Women who dress in red are seen as sexier by men than those […]
The smokey cat-eye. Whenever we attempt this we, more often than not, end up with smudgy raccoon eyes. So Allure asked Estée Lauder’s creative makeup director Tom Pecheux what the trick is to getting precise lines and a clean shape. Turns out you can go about it one of two ways: FILL IN THE BLANK: This […]
Getting a facial can be overwhelming: too much jargon can make you wish you had a medical degree, and all the food references can seem as if you’re ordering dinner along with your treatment. But Allure has helped simplify the process so you know what to consider when choosing a facial: If you have acne, […]
Summer heat, salt water and chlorine can do so much damage to your hair that by season’s end you’re not sure all the beaches and rays of sun we’re worth it. However, Allure has 3 ways you can rescue your hair before fall. Get a cut. Parting with those beloved inches can be tough, but […]
Wondering how to prevent and treat stubborn breakouts – for good? Essence rounded up the best dermatologists and aestheticians to find out. Read their very own words below! Scrub-a-Dub “Frequent washing irritates skin,” says dermatologist Dr. Kenneth Beer. He recommends cleansing twice daily with a salicylic acid cleanser like Neutrogena Acne Wash ($6.39, drugstore.com). Banish […]
Plus-size women often complain that they can’t find the perfect pants, ones that don’t go overboard in giving extra room in the seat, thighs and waistline. More times than not, the women will opt for dresses and skirts because they’re easy. But here are 4 of the best pants for curvier women! Wide-leg trousers. A […]
Wearing blush for Black women can be a daunting task, considering that almost any wrong swipe can make our makeup look clown-like, or just plain unnatural. But there’s a time, place, and way to wear blush correctly. Just read the tips below from Allure. 1. FIND THE RIGHT FORMULA For normal to dry skin: Try […]
I spent this past Sunday evening at New York Fashion Week eagerly awaiting the start of Project Runway’s Season 5 runner-up Korto Momolu’s Spring/Summer 2012 runway show. Fashionista’s from every New York City borough and beyond streamed into the Samsung store located inside the Time Warner Center in Manhattan to see Korto’s line, which unfortunately didn’t win […]
New York City–based makeup artist, Troy Surratt, teaches us how to choose the right mascara! FIND YOUR FORMULA If you want evenly spaced lashes on the top and bottom, use a light formula, such as Maybelline New York Great Lash. If you have stick-straight lashes, use a curling mascara, which has resins and waxes to […]
A really old tradition says you should only wear white between Memorial Day and Labor Day. And while we don’t necessarily follow that rule, there are a few women who do. Here’s what you need to remember when you do! Stick with nude underwear The only way to guarantee you don’t suffer from any embarrassing […]
