Allure •

5 Nourishing Lip Products to Gift This Holiday Season

Lips can say a lot about a person without them having to speak a single word. The expression on someone’s face can give away their mood, while the color of their pout can express their style. No wonder lipsticks are such popular and thoughtful gifts — as tools, they’re small yet mighty. Recently, I came across a lineup of lip goods by vegan beauty brand e.l.f. Cosmetics, including its just-launched Glow Reviver Lip Oil, and I became so obsessed that I’m also gifting them to my mom, sister, and b
Allure •

How to Truly Embrace Beauty on Your Own Terms

Allure’s first-ever Best of Beauty: The Live Event in New York City was one for the books. Readers traveled near and far (near: New Jersey, far: Korea) to the Manhattan venue, Chelsea Industrial, to meet with beauty editors who shared insight on their ‘day in the life’ (which, spoiler alert, is more than just manis and facials). Brands were also on site to showcase the products that have won Allure editors’ hearts — and their coveted red Best of Beauty seal.
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How to Choose the Best Face Mask For You

Skincare is a science—it may take plenty of trial and error, observations and experiments to nail a good routine down. Although that’s true, it doesn’t hurt to have a guide to help steer you in the right direction. That said, let’s talk face masks a.k.a. beauty wonders that are truly game-changers in skincare. But with a sea of options out there, how exactly do you choose the best one for you? Here, we’ve rounded up a few face masks based on skin types so you can keep calm and mask on.
Amika - The Strand Blog •

guide to protecting everything from the summer sun

Ahh…summer. There are endless pros to the warm weather season (hello beach days and sundresses!), but on the flip side, there are some cons, too. Increased sun exposure can lead to health concerns aplenty. On the bright side (no pun intended), there are some key steps you can take to protect everything including your scalp, hair, face, body, and lips from the super hot star at the center of the solar system.
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If You're Feeling Patriotic But Don't Want a Backyard BBQ

Whether you’re a local New Yorker or not, there are plenty of things to see and do in the ever so classic Brooklyn. And July 4th marks all the more reason to appreciate the city for its unique charm. If you’re feeling patriotic but don’t feel like having a backyard BBQ (or if you simply just don’t have the space), fear not — there are still plenty of adventures to be had. Here, we’ve rounded up 5 of our favorite BK spots.
Amika - The Strand •

5 Quirky But True Facts About Sea Buckthorn Berry

Let’s shine the spotlight on sea buckthorn berry, shall we? We just can’t seem to get enough of the superfruit because 1. It’s ultra beneficial to hair, amongst other things (more on that in a sec!) and 2. It has a catchy name that’s fun to say. The bright orange berry may be small but oh, is it mighty. In fact, it’s the signature ingredient used in every single product that we make! Here, we’ve rounded up five facts that give sea buckthorn berry its unique charm:
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10 Shoes to Wear for Every Valentine’s Day Occasion

This week, let’s talk love. Valentine’s Day is just around the bend and there’s no time better than now to start making plans. Whether you’re celebrating with your significant other, best friends or family, there are plenty of classic and creative things to do—and shoes to go with! Here at Bill Blass, we’re all about the footwear game and believe the best styles are comfortable and can be worn from day to night.