Beauty

Climate change is hard to deny when we see how much change has happened in the time we’ve been practicing social distancing due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Last month, the carbon dioxide levels in New York City were 50% lower than they were in March 2019. Environmentalists are also tracking the air pollution above Wuhan

At a moment when the bittiest things can bring deeply-felt moments of joy, the power of an uplifting lip colour should not be minimized. But, did you know you can make one great colour even better? A go-to move among makeup artists, blending two shades can create a customized look for next-level results. “By mixing

Responsible shopping habits are the ultimate flex It’s no secret that the current state of the world has us all reasonably alarmed. With the COVID-19 pandemic keeping most of us at home, WFH sweatsuits, talking to plants and Zoom happy hours have become our new normal. I, for one, may or may not have hosted a

Gel manicures might be one of the greatest beauty inventions ever. Let me explain: They’re chip-resistant and have longevity no regular nail lacquer could even begin to compete with. In a nutshell, you can have perfect nails for up to two weeks without worry. Now the one downside? Removal. Since the COVID-19 pandemic struck, one

Two months ago, BeautyBlender launched its Bounce Concealer; Huda Kattan veered into skincare with Wishful, and Uoma Beauty was gearing up to drop its Carnival-inspired collection. Then the spread of the coronavirus intensified and completely upended the industry. As the industry continues to make donations to COVID-19 relief efforts, a bevy of brands has banded

Last February, ELLE editors along with a team of experts reviewed hundreds of submissions for our thirteenth annual recognition of the best in eco-friendly and sustainable beauty. From Dove’s bottled products, now made from 100% recycled plastic packaging, to French heritage brand Guerlain’s goal to help save a billion bees in the next ten years,

Self-care has never been more important than now. Our mental states are chipping away with every scoop of 2AM peanut butter, and our coffee-induced morning spirals are quickly blending into our wine-fueled night spirals. In other words, it’s important to check in with yourself. And no beauty treatment requires as much time, dedication, and mental

Dry, unmanageable hair? We don’t know her While frizzy hair can certainly be a look sported on purpose, it’s also one of the most common hair woes out there. Whatever your hair type, whatever the season, you can suddenly find yourself with a frizzy layer of unmanageable strands. That’s because frizzy hair is caused by

For far too many years, it’s felt like Canadians were lagging woefully behind our American counterparts when it came to online shopping. Finally we seem to have caught up with an increasing number of stores launching easy breezy online shops that offer a great way to avoid unnecessary duties and support our country’s fashion industry,

The world of beauty myths and misconceptions is vast and wide (we’ve busted a few of the most popular ones in the past), but perhaps no beauty product has more confusion surrounding it than sunscreen. From knowing when to apply it, the best kinds to reach for, how much to use and which ingredients to

In a perfect world, our fresh set of acrylic nails would neat, chic, and chip-free forever. But here in the real world, acrylic nails are prone to breakage—some nails falling off completely—nail polish cracks easily, and after a while, the new nail growth just isn’t a pleasant sight to see. There comes a point in

The coronavirus pandemic has become an unprecedented event in history. It has strained the communities and businesses we love, not to mention the people that fill them. Recently, the Kaiser Family Foundation reported that 45 percent of adults say the worry and stress of COVID-19 has negatively impacted their mental health. And as the effects

Because let’s be honest, washing our hair every day during quarantine just isn’t going to happen Real talk: A lot of us are struggling to find motivation to do even the simplest of tasks right now. In the middle of catching up on news about the COVID-19 global pandemic, responding to emails and making sure

Sequels are rarely better than the original, but the highly-anticipated M.A.C Cosmetics x Selena Quintanilla collection would like to have a word. Returning for round two in celebration of the 25th anniversary of the late Tejano singer’s tragic death, the new M.A.C x Selena La Reina collection is bigger and better. The latest collection is

Because spring in Canada is wet and messy Springtime in Canada comes in phases. There’s the slush phase, the cold-but-dry phase, the surprise-snowstorm phase and then, finally, the April-showers-that-happen-in-May phase. It’s confusing and frustrating and can dampen both spirits and footwear. And while we’re certainly going to be out in the elements significantly less this

Consider your Mother’s Day shopping handled, courtesy of our favorite Momager. Today, KKW Beauty Fragrance announced the launch of KKW x KRIS, the first fragrance collaboration between Kim Kardashian West and Kris Jenner. This perfume partnership comes just in time for the holiday and follows several collabs between Kim and other members of the Kardashian

Your makeup brushes, just like your bras, could probably benefit from a good wash. Actually, they could benefit from frequent good washes. Clean makeup brushes are essential to making sure your makeup goes on properly and doesn’t cause breakouts, but how to do it without ruining those soft, lovely bristles (and dying of boredom)? We

In ELLE.com’s series Unexpected Expert, we’re going straight to the source to find out which items are actually worth your hard-earned cash. Mia Feitel As so many people adjust to a new normal of working from home, gone are the mornings spent intricately styling your hair before a day at the office. My personal new

Everything you need to know about DIY pedis It’s always nice to give your toes a once over before breaking them out of hibernation (and breaking out the sandals). But, if you can’t make it to the salon for a pedicure, don’t worry—doing it yourself is easier than you think. We asked Julia Bautista, founder

The year is 2020. All human interaction is conducted online, meaning you date on FaceTime, get drinks with friends on Houseparty, and talk business with your boss on Zoom. But what is the beauty beat of the digital age? That’s where the experts come into play. Celebrity makeup artists Alexx Mayo (Lizzo’s right-hand man, hold

From faux fur slides to classic slip-on sneakers, wear these styles around the house now and out on the town later Are you working from home for the foreseeable future? Same. And while I might be wearing legging or sweatsuits almost every day (I do change from my formal work sweats to evening relaxation sweats,

A few years ago, I was watching puppies play in the window of a dog sitting service when a woman came up next to me to take in the adorable scene. After watching in silence for a few minutes, she turned to me and asked, “Excuse me, are you Irish?” “I mean, partly, yeah?” I

Lingerie designer Mary Young gave us tips on how to wash your bras without ruining them There’s a pretty good chance you haven’t washed your bras in a while. We’re busy, we’re lazy and washing our dainty delicates is a pain in the ass. No judgment! But if you want to keep things fresh, ward

Angelina Jolie has the pout. Kerry Washington has the sky-high cheekbones. I…have dry, flaky skin. For as long as I can remember, dull, dry skin has always been a part of “my brand.” I can whip up a flawless, glowing facebeat using a mix of my favorite luminous foundations (hi, Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation)