Beauty

Coutersy of Ardell + Design Leah Romero I vividly recall being 16 years old and accompanying my grandmother to the Sephora in New York City’s Times Square. She methodically walked every aisle, picking up any product that caught her eye—fascinated by the packaging and the formulas and the color offerings, as joyful as a kid

Excuse me! You with the sunscreen tube? I’m looking to speak with the new head of the water slide commission? The president of lazy river leisure yachting? The beach ball inflation analyst? Welcome to the world of Vacation, where the out-of-office reply is always turned on, the fruit garnishes for poolside drinks are always pre-prepped,

What does self-care look like to you? A DIY facial? A night in with your favorite bottle of wine? A solo date to your favorite restaurant? Whatever it may be, there’s one practice that we can all agree is the ultimate form of R&R: a trip to the spa. The soothing music, rich aromas, and

To prep for this year’s hot girl summer, there’s no better place to shop incredible deals than Amazon. And the time is now. Our fingers and toes are crossed that Prime Day is on the horizon, but while we wait patiently for more news, there is still an enormous amount of products that are already

Welcome to Last Drop, where you can discover the newest and buzziest beauty launches hitting shelves near you. Aqua Media Aqua Media If a fresh, juicy scent is what you’re looking for this summer, allow Maison Francis Kurkdijan’s new Aqua Media Cologne forte to awaken your senses. Each spritz takes you deeper into a garden

In the spring of 2022, after seven years off psychiatric medications, I once again found myself staring at a little orange bottle filled with escitalopram, the generic form of Lexapro, one of the most prescribed medicines in the country. I was 43, the mother of two children under five, and, over the previous few years,

No need to constantly reapply mascara or struggle with tweezers and lash glue when eyelash extensions exist. Lash extensions are a fun and convenient way to enhance your natural lashes and effortlessly amp up your beauty routine. Lash extensions are a semi-permanent solution in which tiny lash hairs are glued to each of your individual

When it comes to working out, Jennifer Aniston is leaving the “no pain, no gain” mentality behind. “I used to torture myself,” she tells ELLE.com of her previous approach to exercise. “I’d get up so early in the morning so I could get that hour of a workout in, and you would just be burnt

Miranda Kerr is a woman who wears many hats. To the public, she’s the veteran Australian supermodel who rose to fame waltzing down Victoria’s Secret runways as an Angel. Beauty obsessives know her as the CEO of KORA Organics—a skin care brand that channels the uplifting energy of nature into products formulated to nourish from

Just as you have closet staples that you can mix and match depending on the season, environment, and occasion, no medicine cabinet is complete without a lineup of sunscreens for year-round face and body protection. To craft the ultimate portfolio, we tapped Dr. Joel Cohen, a board-certified dermatologist in Denver, Colorado. “I tell patients every

For those with curly hair, it’s no secret that caring for your strands can be difficult. Textures that vary from Z-pattern coils to S-pattern ringlets require a deep amount of attention, as they’re often delicate and prone to tangles. As someone who has a blend of type 3C and 4A curls, I’ve been on a

From our couches, we’re currently getting a front-row seat to something wonderful—and long overdue—on our screens. It’s the privilege of watching iconic actresses over a certain age sink their teeth into juicy, nuanced roles and deliver some of their most powerful performances to date. Christina Ricci, who is one of them, is thrilled. “When I

It’s a cloudy day, but that doesn’t stop the twinkle in Ben Krigler’s eye or the brightness of his smile. We’re in the penthouse suite of the Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo in Monaco, and even with sweeping views of the Mediterranean Sea, the real sight to behold is the spread of Krigler fragrances at my

There is something so special about a father-daughter bond. The relationship between Olivia Culpo and her father, Peter, is a prime example of how meaningful that connection can be. “My dad isn’t just the guy whose shirts I used to steal when I was little,” says the model, influencer, and entrepreneur. “He’s also my business

If an alien beamed down to earth and had relied solely on social media influencers to build its understanding of human biology, it would be forgiven for thinking we were close relatives of dolphins, and covered in nothing but smooth, poreless skin. In fact, it’d be forgiven for thinking we were made from something closer

Needles only sound fun when the end result is new ink. Even as a grown woman, I admittedly still squirm and squeal at the sight of them at the doctor’s office, yet I’ll never say no to a new tattoo—or the promise of fresh, new skin. Whether you’re new to the world of skin care

Fragrance is the first impression you quietly convey, used to express your ever-changing moods, contrasting personas, and cherished memories. Does the invigorating burst of punchy citrus instantly revive your soul? Or do the depths of damp woods and zingy spices awaken your senses? Welcome to ELLE Noteworthies, a definitive guide to the finest fragrances we’ve

Fragrance is the first impression you quietly convey, used to express your ever-changing moods, contrasting personas, and cherished memories. Does the invigorating burst of punchy citrus instantly revive your soul? Or do the depths of damp woods and zingy spices awaken your senses? Welcome to ELLE Noteworthies, a definitive guide to the finest fragrances we’ve

Fragrance is the first impression you quietly convey, used to express your ever-changing moods, contrasting personas, and cherished memories. Does the invigorating burst of punchy citrus instantly revive your soul? Or do the depths of damp woods and zingy spices stir your senses awake? Welcome to ELLE Noteworthies, a collection of scent-imental musings, including a

Fragrance is the first impression you quietly convey, used to express your ever-changing moods, contrasting personas, and cherished memories. Does the invigorating burst of punchy citrus instantly revive your soul? Or do the depths of damp woods and zingy spices stir your senses awake? Welcome to ELLE Noteworthies, a collection of scent-imental musings, including a

Even with Black History Month behind us, it’s never too late to support Black-owned beauty brands making a difference 365 days of the year. From superfood, vegan-friendly face masks to moisturizing plant-based body washes, these 9 Black-owned holistic beauty brands are bridging the gap between external and internal wellness for all. Rooted in traditional ancient

Scarlett Johansson hasn’t been to Cannes since she was 20 years old. But looking at her skin, you wouldn’t even believe 18 years have passed. She walked the red carpet for the world premiere of her new Wes Anderson movie Asteroid City. In a very meta role that Anderson wrote specifically for Johansson, the two-time

Fragrance is the first impression you quietly convey, used to express your ever-changing moods, contrasting personas, and cherished memories. Does the invigorating burst of punchy citrus instantly revive your soul? Or do the depths of damp woods and zingy spices stir your senses awake? Welcome to ELLE Noteworthies, a definitive guide to the finest fragrances

Editor’s Note: On May 24, 2023, Tina Turner passed away at the age of 83 years old. The below article was originally published in 2021. The moment you feel seen is powerful. For many Black women, that feeling is few and far between. For the State of Black Beauty, we asked four writers to recall