A passport is constant proof of yourself. You might be exhausted, bewildered, and vaguely sticky, but your passport photo is visual testimony. I don’t always look like a crushed feather. Getty Images Your passport says, “This is my appearance, officially! By government mandate, this is my nice face. This is what I look like withcolor in my cheeksand two open eyes. Above: The author in her best passport shot yet....

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. Do you start group chats about the best scalp treatments? Getty Images Google AHA vs BHA exfoliants until the wee hours? You’re our people. For even more nerdiness, check outThe Science of Beauty podcast, produced by our editors. When done with care,exfoliationis a real gift....

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. You picture her, you pictureblonde hair. Getty Images I don’t make the rules. But the 2021 Oscars have given Robbie a new opportunity to debut darker hair. He then added waves using the rounded edges on thePlatinum+ Stylerby bending into the hair back and forth....

And I know that one day it wont be unusual or groundbreaking it will just be normal." They served to brilliantly complement the makeup work of Sergio Lopez-Rivera, Davis’s personal makeup artist. Getty Images Netflix

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. The competition definitely looks promising and fierce with all the amazing Oscars nominations. Getty Images Perhaps Viola Davis would take our breaths away with a sleek,straight bobor a gorgeousafrofull of volume. It’s almost impossible to predict Zendaya’s looks, but it was sure to win our hearts instantly....

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 are a lot of red lips, neutral manicures, and classic, old Hollywood waves. Getty Images From the long hair to the bright yellow dress, it’s clear that the duo succeeded. She exclusively used products from Lancome to complete the look, as Zendaya is an ambassador for the brand....

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 obsession with big, dramaticcat-eye makeupis so steadfast, it’s almost a joke at this point. Nicola Dall’Asen When I have an important work meeting? What can I say? You know what happens next: I started using them for cat-eyes exclusively. To get this sparkly, color-shifting bright blue, I laid the shade Amour on top of a blue eye shadow stick and topped it off with a little white liquid eyeliner....

Then I arrived for the appointment. I would cope by making polite conversation to mask my deep discomfort. It was stressful sitting in that chair, hoping for the best, but quietly expecting the worst. Getty Images, Illustration by Clara Hendler Instead, those moments were awkward, the opposite of pampering and certainly not relaxing. I never asked for a complicated style or cut I just wanted a blowout. I frequently opted out of the free makeup system offers, too....

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. “Eyelid skin is super sensitive and lashes are fragile,” explains Connecticut-based board-certified dermatologistMona Gohara. Sara Miranda/Allure; Courtesy of brand He advises starting at the base of the lashes “with firm pressure.” Then, stroke the middle of the lashes with a little less pressure than at the base....

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. TikTok not only hypes upaffordable beauty productsand small businesses, but it’s also spawninghair color trends. Raymond Hall Lately, it’s all aboutcopper hair. “I think we are all in a place where we want that,” she adds. Plus, the fun, fiery shade is versatile....

Woofor a new addition earlier this week. About 24 hours later, Tuan finally revealed his new body art for the world to marvel at. Woo’s style, the bird is about as realistic as it gets and done with an ultra-thin needle. XC3/Represent However, I must admit this tattoo is an unexpected creation by Woo. Interestingly enough, Tuan’s tattoo veers on themore traditional side. On Twitter, GOT7 fans have already started speculating the meaning behind Tuan’s new tattoo....

Before you dial up your congressperson: Your tax dollars were not spent on gold-plated shampoo bowls. This salon is a modest, one-room, two-chair operation staffed by a single hairstylist. “She explained that McMurdo is not just for scientists,” says Sutherland. Elaine Hood/National Science Foundation “They need people supporting the science to make the station work.” One of those people is a hairstylist. Sutherland applied online immediately. Alicia Sutherland (“Who gets to go to Antarctica?...

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. Liquid matte lipsticksare a staple in my constantly-growing makeup stash. Courtesy of Allure Now, the drugstore brand is expanding its offerings in the category with itsLip Lingerie XXL Matte Liquid Lipsticks. This new launch joins the existingLip Lingerieline named for itsnude optionsthat won’t disappear after date night....