If I had a dollar for the number of times I've heard about the magical powers of laser skin resurfacing, I might be able to pay for said treatment. Okay, that might be hyperbole, but I've heard a lot of rave reviews. The procedure is known for smoothing skin, improving the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, reducing scars, and boosting your complexion. Basically, your skin will look refreshed and renewed. It all sounds good, right?But I was still a bit skeptical—it is a procedure, after al...

Welcome to I Tried It Month, where we’ll be publishing a new fashion, beauty, or wellness article every day in January that features a first-person account of shaking up an old habit, pushing beyond a comfort zone, or simply trying something new. Follow along for 31 days of storytelling, including everything from going without a cell phone for 40 days to trying the polarizing low-rise-pants trend.Name: Bailey BurkeWhat did you try? A skincare regimen from Aurelia London probiotic-rich ski...

Going into year three of the pandemic (yikes), you’d think that by now, we would have solved the lipstick and mask problem, right? Unfortunately, that’s just not the case. Every time I want to wear a bright, bold lip, I find myself doing a bit of mental calculus. How long will I be wearing a mask over this? If I take off my mask, will I end up with a clown nose? Is it even worth it to put on lipstick?It’s become abundantly clear that even as the pandemic ebbs and flows, we’ll likely be...

Normally, my skin is not its best self come January. The cold, dryness, and lack of daylight bring out a combination of redness and dullness—something I always forget is possible until I see it. But this year, miraculously, I’ve avoided my dreaded January Skin™, and I think I have one thing to thank: blue tansy. Three of the products in my regular rotation feature the jewel-toned ingredient: the Kate McLeod Face Stone Moisturizer, Testament Beauty Sleeping Mask, and Lord Jones Sublime...