The fool-proof way to nail the perfect messy bun hairstyle in just three steps (Makeup.com tested) — and tips to create the perfect messy bun for every hair texture.Consider it one of life’s great ironies: When it comes to beauty, the most undone looks usually require the most effort. Take Meghan Markle, Duchess of the Messy Bun, for example. She waltzed into her wedding with...

Do you have acne? You’re certainly not alone! Acne is never fun and can make anyone feel less confident. Having a proper skincare routine is the best way to tackle breakouts. Using the right products consistently will give you your best skin!Lucky for you, we’ve rounded up the best skincare products to banish breakouts so you can sport clean, clear skin in no time!Shu Uemura Porefinist...

Makeup application can be a complicated business, as we all follow our own set of rules and protocol when it comes to putting our faces on. Sometimes we get so stuck in our routine, we forget to stop and reflect on it. Do you ever wonder if you’re actually going about your makeup application correctly? We certainly do, so we asked makeup guru Alana Dawn to take us through the process, from s...

No one likes a flake. And while you can forgive your best friend who keeps ditching you to rewatch the Office, a flaky mascara is completely unacceptable. There’s nothing worse than perfectly applying your mascara (without sneezing or smudging, might I add) only to find it rimming your eyes or all over your cheeks a few hours later. Not only it is a pain, it’s completely avoidable with the right p...

It’s no secret that serums are having a moment. Scroll through any skincare Insta-feed, blog or product junkie’s medicine cabinet, and you’re sure to see the latest must-have skin serum popping up right between the cleanser and moisturizer. But what exactly is all the hype about…and should you start to incorporate serums into your skin care regimen? To get the skinny, we reached out to Der...

If you have yet to be introduced to the magical world of primer, allow us to lead the way: It’s the key to flawless makeup application and instantly upgrades even mediocre foundation formulas. Whether you’re into the glowy look or want one with a matte finish, there’s a makeup primer on the market for you. Primers create blurred, perfect-looking skin by filling in pores and fine lines and allowin...