Using a primer can truly make all the difference. But those new to the world of makeup may wonder what, exactly, is the point. Makeup primers are used underneath eyeshadow, foundation, lipstick, mascara, and even nail polish to create a smooth base that helps keep your other products in place all day. But primers can also […]
Facial wipes are a hit-or-miss type of beauty product. You either love the new package of hypoallergenic, botanical essence-soaked disposable cloths you just picked up, or you think they’re, well, just okay. Until I discovered my Dickinson’s Witch Hazel Wipes ($6), which are honestly the most refreshing beauty product I’ve ever found, I was under the […]
There are so many options when it comes to grooming your body hair (and we fully embrace the au naturale look, too). Waxing and shaving, tend to be the most common methods of choice, though they are vastly different in every other aspect. Waxing is a process that requires warm wax to remove the hair […]
Facial hair can be great for a number of things from framing your unique features to providing a medium for creative expression—unless, of course, you just don’t want it. Then any related benefits simply become moot and the unwanted hair is a constant point of frustration. Sure, getting rid of a stray eyebrow or two […]
The biggest makeup bummer we can think of is dropping an expensive product, or even worse, our entire makeup bag. In our experience, it’s kind of like dropping our phones. We pause for a split second, mentally preparing ourselves to go through the five stages of grief, just in case the screen is shattered. It’s […]
Ever wanted to pick the brain of a beauty editor? Or get beauty product recommendations from someone who has tried them all? You’ve come to the right place. In our weekly series, beauty editor Hana Hong answers your biggest skincare, hair care, and makeup questions, all submitted by Real Simple readers. Tune in every Tuesday […]
In case you haven’t noticed, we here at Real Simple are huge fans of Tula skincare—like major—due to the glorious glow-inducing results. We highly anticipate the brand’s sales, and this Black Friday, it is offering one of its best sitewide sales of the year. From now until November 30, you can save 30% on skincare […]
Those with acne-prone skin know the struggle that is trying to find a foundation that effectively evens your complexion without contributing to breakouts. You might even wonder, is wearing foundation bad if you have acne? We’ve long been told that foundations are pore-clogging, heavy, and can cause acne. But modern formulas have significantly improved, and, […]
PSA: If you suffer from acne and haven’t added pimple patches to your skincare routine yet, you should. Pimple patches have grown so big in beauty that they’ve become its own category. But, just like any other category in skincare, there’s an excess of product launches, making it hard to pinpoint which ones you need […]
When the weather starts getting a little chillier and we begin wrapping our bodies in copious layers of cashmere, it can be all too tempting to cosset our faces underneath a thick, rich layer of foundation. We may have been all about the glow for the entirety of summer, but there’s something about the crisp […]
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