If you've ever found yourself down the beauty TikTok rabbit hole, chances are you've stumbled across a video from Avani Gregg. Gregg initially garnered TikTok fame by posting videos in elaborate clown makeup, but is now known for personable, trend-forward videos where she tests the latest beauty trends in a fun way. I recently caught up with Gregg at CeraVe's Cleanse Like a Derm event in New York City, where she joined a panel with board-certified dermatologists Michelle Henry and Dustin Porte...

Picture it — it's the early aughts and you have just enough money in your Delia's shoulder bag to splurge on a pair of sneakers. The internet is in its early stages and your exposure to sneaker releases is limited to online forums, a handful of websites and the Eastbay catalog your brother hoards with a vengeance.Walkman in tow, you catch the bus (Uber isn't a thing yet) to the local mall to pick up something, but of course, the Air Jordan you've been waiting for since it was previewed on your...

Retinol is a renowned ingredient that most skincare experts love. Dermatologists and estheticians alike sing its praises for its ability to promote youthful, glowing skin. It can even help with things like dark spots, acne, and fine lines. But retinol isn't just a powerhouse ingredient that's good for your face—it can be used on your body, too. Let's face it: Our body skin can have just as many blemishes, dark spots, and fine lines as our face can. And I, for one, wouldn't mind a solution to k...

Forgive my brutal honesty, but as a beauty editor that is somewhat (read: very) fussy with her makeup, I struggle to find makeup artists I really trust. I'd like to clear up that, considering I have the makeup skills of a potato, I'm fully aware of just how toxic this trait of mine is. The truth is, my makeup tastes are pared-back. I like things to look natural, effortless, and generally take next to no time at all. As soon as a makeup artist starts talking to me about contouring, baking, an...