SlfDctr

Face, back, or earlobes— acne can happen anywhere. But one under-the-radar spot that pimples may lurk is our butt. Yes, butt acne, aka butt-ne , is a thing. There’s a plethora of causes for butt-ne, including soaring temperatures, non-wicking fabrics, and going commando. Butt acne is common, but if you find yourself in this less-than-ideal situation, there’s one product that our senior beauty editor says can perform miracles: Soft Services’ award-winning Buffing Bar . Lucky for you, W+G readers can snag it for 15 percent off with the code WGSSANNIVERSARY. Soft Services, Buffing Bar — $28.00 Originally $28, now $24 Shop Now This product may look like a plain bar of soap, but upon closer inspection, it’s got a miracle-working texture and formula designed for baby’s butt soft skin. Made from superfine sanding crystals, the bar gently sloughs off dead skin cells, while serving up a dose of hydration, thanks to the aloe, glycerin, and shea butter infusion. Zoe Weiner,...

First, there was glass skin , a trend characterized by a bright, hydrated, crystal-clear complexion. Then there was cloud skin , renowned for its dreamy, slightly mattified finish. Now, we welcome stained glass skin—a hybrid option that gives you the best of both worlds—to the chat According to makeup artist Eddie Duyos , a Make Up For Ever Pro Artist and International Educator, where glass skin prioritizes plump, dewy skin that places emphasis on the natural appeal of the complexion, stained glass skin does the same, but with a hint of transparent color shining through. “This creates a ‘no-makeup makeup’ look that emphasizes dimensional, healthy-looking skin while providing an excellent canvas for any eye or lip look,” Duyos explains. How to achieve stained glass skin Since stained glass skin is all about a dewy finish with a whisper of pigment, Duyos says that using cream products and ultra-hydrating liquid formulas work best to get it right. “Intentional placement of shine and ...

We’ve reached the golden age of hair growth products . In the past few years, a category that once only offered clinical (and pretty not-cute and nasty-smelling) solutions that were hidden away because we were embarrassed to show them off in our showers has expanded beyond our wildest dreams to include luxurious formulas that actually work. And the health of our hair is better for it. One of the brands leading the charge is Virtue Labs , which launched in 2015 and uses a revolutionary ingredient—a bio-engineered form of keratin that was originally discovered for its wound-healing abilities—to stave off hair loss. In the latest episode of Well+Good’s beauty podcast,  Routine Rundown,  the brand’s founder and CEO, Melisse Shaban , came on to talk all things hair loss, and explain just how much (and why) the industry has changed. Listen to the conversation here:  She shared a whole lot of interesting tidbits, but one of the biggest takeaways is that scalp health is...

While I’ve been devotedly using facial skin-care products for years, I’d never thought much about caring for my neck… until the pandemic it, and Zoom meetings became my only way to connect with the outside world. Instead of focusing on the other people on the screen, something else kept grabbing my attention: the slightly loose skin under my jawline and the crepiness on my neck. I apparently wasn’t alone in experiencing this distraction, because in the wake of the “ Zoom Boom ,” products that target signs of aging in the neck and décolletage seem to be everywhere. Since the height of the pandemic, I’ve tried many of them—and while I’ve seen some decent results, nothing seemed to tighten the skin in the area quite as much as I wanted. I began considering cosmetic procedures, but thankfully, Skinceuticals Tripeptide-R Neck Repair ($135) came into my life before I took the plunge. Skinceuticals, Tripeptide-R Neck Repair — $135.00 Shop now According to Kelly Sullivan,...

It’s about time to breathe a star-sanctioned sigh of relief: We’re finally exiting an especially tough Mercury retrograde and eclipse season as Taurus season comes to a close and Gemini gets ready to shine. Now, the vibe is very much “school’s out for summer” with astrologers predicting that this Gemini season will have us out and about, adventuring and traveling or gaining momentum on creative pursuits. Read on for intel from astrologers about what to expect from Gemini season in 2023, as well as how every zodiac sign can anticipate feeling the twins’ buzzy energy this year. When is Gemini season in 2023? Gemini season begins in 2023 when the sun moves into Gemini on May 21, and it lasts until June 21, when the sun shifts into Cancer. Throughout this time, the traits of the twin sign may feel especially dominant in our moods, whims, and actions. And because Gemini is a go-with-the-flow mutable sign , all of the above may be in for some change. Thankfully, that change will likely...

Now an infamous image of abstinence-only sex education, that one scene from Mean Girls (“You will get pregnant…and die!”) is certainly satire. But like most pieces of great comedy, it contains a key kernel of truth: Sex education in this country is severely lacking when it comes to how pregnancy actually works. Of the (only) 27 states (and District of Columbia) that mandate sex education , only 17 require the content to be medically accurate, and 29 require that abstinence be stressed. Do the math, and that leaves the majority of people in this country either misled or missing information on how to actually get pregnant when the time comes. The result, for many, is a months-long period of trying—one that may prove longer and more frustrating than it needed to be, simply for lack of clear information about how to optimize that trying. It only felt natural for Chelsea Hirschhorn , mom of four and CEO of baby and postpartum care brand Frida, to, well, conceive of a conception-support ...

As a beauty editor, I consider myself a bit of a human guinea pig when it comes to trying out the latest treatments—especially if said treatments promise to improve my skin’s health and appearance. So when I heard about the Visia Skin Analysis , a facial scanner that provides a detailed analysis of factors such as texture , wrinkles , UV damage , and hyperpigmentation to clue you in on how your skin will age, I was naturally intrigued. I wanted to check it out for myself, so after some desperate emails, I managed to book a coveted appointment at The Skin Lab by Augustinus Bader in New York City. Despite my excitement, I couldn’t help feeling a bit nervous. Did I really want to know what my skin would look like as I got older? But as someone who takes a lot of pride in her skin-care routine, I knew it was essential to understand the true state of my skin, so I decided to give it a try. What is Visia? “Visia is a skin analysis system that uses advanced technology to provide dermato...

Dim the lights, spark the candles, and cue the slow jams—Foria’s best-selling CBD Awaken Arousal oil is 30 percent off in honor of the Masturbation May . If you’ve never tried, it’s basically a knee-shaking, sheet-gripping orgasm in a bottle . And we love the rest of Foria’s sultry lineup, too. Because instead of any weird synthetics or chemicals, all of Foria’s products are plant-based and derived from the planet, designed to enhance sexual pleasure (and overall wellness) with ingredients that are naturally good for the body and mind. Awaken Arousal Oil — $34.00 Originally $48, now $34 If you’re cool with CBD, get your hands on the original Awaken Arousal Oil, which uses all the same organic botanicals, plus CBD. There’s kava, a popular aphrodisiac, coconut oil, ginger, and cinnamon, which come together to enhance and awaken all-over pleasure. Perfect for solo sessions and partner play alike. Shop Now What is the Awaken Arousal Oil? The Awaken Arousal Oil is a ...

Ever in the mood for a warm homemade pastry , but the sheer idea of the legwork you’ll need to enlist = instant buzzkill? If you’ve ever found yourself wishing you could conjure baked goods out of thin air (same, same), might we suggest: upside-down puff pastries, the latest and greatest TikTok food trend that makes baking at home a no-brainer. This delicious dish simplifies the complex process of preparing laminated dough from scratch by enlisting store-bought puff pastry dough—and yes, upside down pastry recipes are divine when made either savory or sweet. With just a few toppings of your choice and just 20 minutes, you’ll be well on your way to enjoying a bakery-worthy pastry right from the comfort of your home. Okay, but what does an upside-down puff pastry even mean? Let’s quickly outline what this upside-down puff pastry trend is all about. The foundation of this recipe is puff pastry, a type of laminated dough made by repeatedly folding and rolling cold butter to create ...