Skincare Routines — trending

Proper skin prep will make or break your makeup application. As we venture into the winter season—hello holiday parties—we rounded up the best tips for flawless makeup application. The main secret? Great skincare. We chatted with fashion and celebrity makeup and hair stylist Francesca Maria, fresh off her whirlwind circuit at this year’s New York and Paris Fashion Weeks, about the must-know tips for positively glowing skincare prep. Meet Francesca Maria After starting her career in Miami, Florida, Francesca relocated to New York City with her husband and signed with Imaj Artists. This year alone she has worked with Tom...

Hyaluronic acid has become quite buzzworthy in the skincare world, but what exactly is the function of this talked-about ingredient? And what products are most effective? We take a deep dive into what, why, and how this skin savior became a household name. What is Hyaluronic Acid? Hyaluronic acid is often synonymous with hydration. As a humectant that occurs naturally in the skin, hyaluronic acid draws water to itself like a magnet, binding to the water in cells for a bouncy, youthful complexion. “Hyaluronic acid is a molecule that holds 1000x its own weight in water,” says Esthetician Allison Shoemaker....

While all skin types and tones typically follow the same basic skincare regimens of cleansing, moisturizing, and applying sunscreen, there are certain nuances that apply to specific skin types. Plus, it’s important to know your skin type before you purchase skincare products. We spoke to New York City board-certified dermatologist Dr. Nava Greenfield about how best to determine your skin type. Why Is It Important to Determine Your Skin type? Before you spend any more time trying to figure out your skin type, you will probably want to know the payoff behind it. “Your skin type will determine the skin...

You may have heard of the “glass skin” trend but have been unsure what it means. Before you break out your mom’s Baccarat collection, find out what glass skin means. There is no actual glass used in the creation of “glass skin.” Its namesake has everything to do with the glassy, luminous finish your complexion takes on after following a sophisticated skincare routine, that originated in K-Beauty.  “Glass skin describes smooth, even-toned, luminous skin,” explains Philadelphia-based board-certified dermatologist Dr. Michele J. Farber. How best to achieve “glass skin”? K beauty fanatics are well aware that a complete skincare routine could...