Beauty

When you’re in the presence of Priscilla Ono, you don’t speak; you simply listen. Armed with years of knowledge on makeup, and Rihanna, and Rihanna’s makeup, the Fenty Beauty Global Makeup Artist doles out her tricks of the trade as if the word “gatekeeping” is completely obliterated from her vocabulary. Curious about how to expertly

Scarlett Johansson may not have an Instagram account, or social media for that matter, but trust and believe she’s living. The New York native can be spotted around Manhattan, and recently, she took her daughter, Rose Dorothy, to see The Outset display at Sephora. “She became obsessed with a freckle pen, so I just had

This season, Pharrell is giving you the gift of dewy skin. Recently, the multifaceted mogul launched the 7D Retrograde Gel Cleanser and 7D Mystifying Moisturizer because, well, he’s “a gel guy.” In an e-mail interview with ELLE.com, Pharrell shares, “I love how these products make my skin feel. It felt like a natural step to

Bored of your eye color and want to change it up for a day? Colored contacts give you that power for a subtle, removable makeover that takes literally seconds to apply. The catch is knowing how to safely get the right pair for this beauty trick that isn’t as mainstream in the U.S. as it

The close of a year beckons a period of introspection. Many people assess their year by measuring achievements, I reflect on the year through the lens of scents. Salty tears from an abrupt January breakup were coddled by Narciso Rodriguez’s Pure Musc; my first time in Rio for Carnival was marked by minty, honeyed Caipirinhas

Aging is an inevitable part of life, but not everyone loves every aspect of it. Dealing with the skin changes that come with growing older is particularly challenging, and perhaps the most stubborn area to manage is the neck. “In addition to variables like gender and genetic predisposition, certain lifestyle factors like smoking, drinking, and

A signature fragrance, even if only worn for a period, is something that sticks with you. Merely thinking of that certain scent can bring to mind vivid memories, transporting you to a particular place and time. Fragrances are both emotionally powerful and personal—just two reasons that gifting one can be a challenge. Done right, however,

“Nicki and I have known each other for years. When I heard she was looking for me for her latest project, I was thrilled—I love her and her music,” Pat McGrath exclusively tells ELLE.com. The two reconnected, which was the catalyst behind their collaboration for Pink Friday 2. “Working with Nicki on such an iconic

Beauty and wellness have always been connected. As the old saying goes, to look good is to feel good. Understanding this inextricable link between beauty and health, leading cancer research organization, the American Cancer Society has recently partnered with Fashion Fair Cosmetics and seven national Black civic organizations, including Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., National

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Taraji P. Henson is a woman of many talents, so honoring her at ELLE’s Women In Hollywood Event is easy. Get ready with the actress, entrepreneur, author, and mental health advocate as she gets glam for the night and reveals her beauty must-haves.

In the world of skin care, there are some ingredients that we’re all familiar with, like PHAs, hyaluronic acid, and vitamin C. But along with those familiar names, there’s a new ingredient on the market that we should all pay attention to: Seaweed! In skin care, seaweed and algae is quickly becoming a sought-after ingredient.

Our email boxes have been full, our desks have been cluttered, and our skin and bodies have been tested. To find the winners of this year’s Future of Beauty Awards, the ELLE beauty department reviewed nearly 700 entries and nearly 1,000 products to find the most inventive products of the year. We looked for products

When Selena Gomez started Rare Beauty three years ago, the focus was makeup, but now she is expanding her brand by delving into a new category: body care. The Find Comfort Body Collection launches on Sephora and Rare Beauty’s sites on December 19 (but keen shoppers can grab it before; more on that below). As

For a beauty editor, the allure of a buzzy new skin treatment sparkles like a shiny new toy in a child’s eager hands. However, Lindsay Silberman—an eager adult—is no beauty novice and isn’t easily swayed by fancy beauty terms or treatments with expensive price tags. The former magazine editor and founder of the cult-favorite Hotel

ELLE Women in Hollywood is where we highlight women we’ve loved watching on screen for the year. At our annual event, our cover stars never disappoint, gracing the ELLE red carpet with head-turning ensembles and beauty looks that Pinterest board dreams are made of. This year, celebrity makeup artist Nick Barose gave the ELLE beauty

An introduction to a new fragrance is a multisensory experience that transcends mere olfaction. Perhaps most important to the aroma is the audible journey you embark on upon unboxing a perfume. The pop of a lid. The whoosh dispensing its essence. Finally, the defining moment that separates the exceptional from the ordinary—an audible gasp of

There’s nothing quite like the feeling of walking out of the nail salon with a fresh set of perfectly manicured gel nails; they’re smooth to the touch, glossy with a pristine shine, and, best of all, they’re practically chip-resistant. “Gel nail polish is a type of varnish that is cured using UV or LED lamps,

Much like his clothes, the success of Narciso Rodriguez For Her has always been quiet. Launched in 2003, Claire Danes and Scarlett Johannson were rumored to be fans of the perfume but more notably, the scent introduced a new way to smell sexy, without being obvious. At the time, big celebrity fragrances from Britney Spears

A true skin care obsessive can identify ingredients and products by their acronyms. You shield your skin from harmful UV rays using sun protection factor (SPF) and boost hydration by employing a hyaluronic acid serum (HA). However, at the forefront of every skin junkie’s rotation is likely powerhouse products that work to address uneven texture

I have yet to meet a Black person who isn’t loyal to Vaseline. In our homes, the OG Healing Jelly is used as a cure-all remedy for everything from softening dry elbows and knuckles to soothing scrapes. It’s been in my personal routine since birth—my parents would apply it to my body after changing my

We all know that Taylor Swift is the queen of red lipstick–in addition to her reign as Queen of Football, Queen of Sparkly Outfits, and Queen of Devastating Ballads. So if you were curious about which red made its way into her Eras Tour makeup bag, we have good news: Not only do we know

Has the beauty packaging of the past few years made you feel a bit…sleepy? So much beige, so much black and white (like the beauty equivalent of mid-century modern furniture), so many sans serif fonts. Enter C-beauty, where you’ll find some of the most beautiful, new, and exciting makeup. Much like K-beauty and J-beauty before

Sol de Janeiro’s Black Friday 2023 deals always rank highly on our list of the most anticipated holiday markdowns, and this year—ahead of Thanksgiving—they’re already back. Through November 27, shoppers can receive up to 20 percent off sitewide on Sol de Janeiro’s bestsellers and holiday sets, like a trio of the brand’s signature perfume mists