The Big Skin Detox
Can lotions and creams really remove pollutants from the skin? Our no-nonsense cosmetic chemist explains what is—and is not—possible
The Makeup Game
If we pay enough attention to the pros, can we really learn to do our own red-carpet-ready makeup? MasterClass is in session!
Waiting for Godet
A mysterious briefcase! A retirement-home breakout! A next-gen perfumer’s quest to revive her family’s storied fragrance house has been a wild ride
And … Cut!
Whether actress Annabelle Dexter-Jones is playing a troublemaker on Succession or an artist on American Horror Story, her hairstyle is a clue to her character
Doctor’s Orders?
Is “medical-grade skin care” really all that superior to whatever is stocked at Sephora? We investigate and discover a few surprises
All in a Lather
The 1970s gave us Herbal Essences, Flex, and Lemon Up shampoo. But 50 years later, we can’t stop thinking about the one scented with musk and bubble gum
Smell It and Weep
Perfumes are booming, thanks in part to a new generation of passionate fans and their heartfelt reviews. Sob!
Getting into Bed with Sharon Stone
The actress, painter, and excellent chatter reveals her nighttime routine in exquisite detail
A Lack of Support
Melons in the grocery store. Nipples before noon. When—and why—did young women stop wearing bras?
