My 24k Gold Prosthetic Eye Makes Me Feel So Fearless

Excuse me, is that a contact? Its a question Ive been asked everywhere from a department store to my usual corner deli. The answer is no, its not a contact: Its a novelty or fun eye prosthetic. Photography by Paula Andrea Truth be told, Ive never felt more beautiful and confident. Since losing my left eye at the age of four, Ive worn a prosthetic. Mayta also usually wears a novelty prosthetic....

August 17, 2023 · 3 min · 456 words · Debra Moore

Selena Gomez Took Yet Another Basic White Manicure and Made It Interesting

All products featured on Allure are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through links in this article. Pure Nail Color in Light Lycheewould be a similar, budget-friendly pick. Getty Images And that’s it! It’s basically the easiest, prettiest way to upgrade a classic nail look in seconds. This content can also be viewed on the site itoriginatesfrom. All products featured on Allure are independently selected by our editors....

August 17, 2023 · 1 min · 94 words · Suzanne Contreras

Susan Sarandon's Natural Curls Are Flourishing on the Picket Lines

Since July 14, actors who are members of the SAG-AFTRA union have been striking alongside members of the Writers Guild of America (WGA) in Los Angeles and New York.Susan Sarandonjoined her son on the picket lines five days later and has been an active supporter of the strike since. She’s still on the picket lines in New York City in August, and we couldn’t help but notice her bright redcurls....

August 17, 2023 · 2 min · 264 words · Megan Hicks

Vanessa Hudgens's "Laser Light" French Manicure Is Putting Me In a Trance With Its Glow

Lately, I’ve been low-key obsessed withVanessa Hudgens’s nails. Herlime-colored aura manicurefrom June made its way into my nail inspiration folder the moment I saw it. About a month later, she traded the neon tips for aholographic setthat was just as mood board-worthy. Getty Images The holographic base color elevates the classic manicure, taking it from basic to truly unique. This content can also be viewed on the site itoriginatesfrom. And you already know it’s been added to my nail inspiration folder....

August 17, 2023 · 1 min · 81 words · Laura Tran

11 Best Paddle Brushes for Smooth, Frizz-Free Hair

All products featured on Allure are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through links in this article. Per hairstylistDerek Yuen, paddle brushes are primarily designed fordetanglingand smoothing the hair. Wesley Hall forAllure/ Courtesy of brands So, this begs the question: Why a paddle hairbrush? They work excellently before shampooing to detangle and stimulate the scalp. (Just be sure to regularly clean your brush, since its sure to accumulate buildup....

August 16, 2023 · 2 min · 239 words · Terri Berger

Dyson Just Launched a More Affordable Version of the Supersonic

All products featured on Allure are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through links in this article. In 2016,Dysonentered the hair-care game with theSupersonic blow-dryer. Soleil Summer forAllure/ Courtesy of Dyson Then, just this year, the brand launched theAirstrait. Let us introduce theDyson Origin Supersonic, an inexpensive version of theSupersonic hair dryer. Despite the price decrease, the Origin features the same technology as the Supersonic....

August 16, 2023 · 1 min · 141 words · Mark Armstrong

Hailey Bieber Simply Refuses to Have an Awkward Stage While Growing Out Her Bob

It’s a fresh start for your hair, your look, and your styling routine. In anew series of pics,Bieber’s bob continues to thrive at all angles. (See also:Zendaya.) Getty Images This content can also be viewed on the site itoriginatesfrom.

August 16, 2023 · 1 min · 39 words · Amanda Soto

I Finally Learned How to Apply Concealer on My Deep-Set Eyes

All products featured on Allure are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through links in this article. My deep-set eyes are a gift from my grandmother, passed down to me through my mother. Bella Geraci Turns out Im not imagining it. Visually this can result in a crease underneath the eye area, plus a sunken and darkened look. (Always tap in product versus rubbing since this skin is delicate in this area....

August 16, 2023 · 2 min · 275 words · Anne Hubbard

Saweetie Styled Her Bangs Like Baby Hairs and Is Rightfully Obsessed With Them

If there’s anyone who knows a thing or two about smoothly swoopedbaby hairs, it’sSaweetie. But, like us, Saweetie was focused on a very specific element of her sleek bun. The smooth curl tapers and curves upward, covering most of her right eyebrow. Getty Images And it’s not alone. This content can also be viewed on the site itoriginatesfrom. Fans are loving the look, understandably. Knowing Saweetie, that swoop is also probably going to be very short-lived....

August 16, 2023 · 1 min · 90 words · Brenda Sanders

Willow Smith's New Braids Are the Very Definition of “If It Ain't Broke, Don't Fix It”

Willow Smith’snewbraidsare the total definition of “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” The vibe is similar but with a few small yet impactful changes. The rest of her hair wascornrowedstraight back, flowing all the way down almost to Smith’s hips. Getty Images (All three generations were rocking buzz cuts at the time.) But in July 2023, she toldVoguethat she’s been enjoying longer hair. Its definitely been a form of connecting to myself and ancestral self-healing for me," the musician said....

August 16, 2023 · 1 min · 85 words · Christopher Caldwell

Francis Kurkdjian Says We Won’t “Wear” Fragrance in the Future

All products featured on Allure are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through links in this article. There is not much difference between myself and a perfumer 100 years ago. Courtesy of Dior The resulting blend combined ylang-ylang, rose, and jasmine and spawned aCharlize Theron-fronted franchise worth gazillions of dollars. (That is, of course, an unofficial estimate.) Upon his appointment to Dior, Kurkdjian had his own set of orders: Reinvent the brands fragrance juggernaut....

August 15, 2023 · 2 min · 418 words · Patricia Adams

I Swear Olivia Rodrigo Is Low-Key Auditioning for Hair Commercials With Her Latest Looks

Someone giveOlivia Rodrigoa Pantene contract, stat! Lately, however, her already-great hair has had a glow-up and looks evenbetterthan it did. How is that possible? Getty Images Once again, I’m left speechless at the magic. It’s so long! It’s the kind of hair ad campaigns dream of. Getty Images I’m officially jealous, and potentially in need of a new shampoo. Getty Images Olivia Rodrigo is seen out and about. She wears her hair in long, loose waves....

August 15, 2023 · 1 min · 78 words · Charles Edwards

Is Radiofrequency Microneedling the Secret to Tighter Skin?

Youve probably heard ofradiofrequency (RF) microneedling. You may even know its supposed to tighten skin. But what, exactly, is it? Getty Images What is RF microneedling and what are its benefits? Regular microneedling involves making micro-injuries to the skin to trigger awound-healing responsethat promotes collagen production. It also has atightening effecton the skin. Before (top) and after (below) images of a patient who underwent Morpheus8 for fine lines around the mouth....

August 15, 2023 · 3 min · 520 words · Mark Miller