If you've ever gazed skeptically at the weird, claw-like shape of a diffuser and thought to yourself 'what the heck do I do with this?' you're definitely not alone. Diffusing your strands to get the most out of your natural texture and/or curls is an art, and learning to perfect said art is no easy feat. There will definitely be some trial and error involved as far as the process you imply and the products you choose, but making sure you have a best-of-the-best diffuser is one of the most impor...

Self-tanner is hit or miss. If you use the right formula, you'll end up with an all-over glow. If you use the use the wrong formula, you'll end up with patchiness, streaks, and an unnatural hue (although your application technique may have something to do with it, too). That's why self-tanning can be scary—especially when it comes to your face. After all, it's pretty hard to disguise a bad self-tan if it's front and center.  Luckily, we live in a time when brands are creating self-tanning p...

I used to be strictly on the powder blush train for the longest time. It wasn't because I hated cream blushes; mostly, I stuck with the powder versions because I found them easier to apply. All you need was a good brush for a couple of swipes and you're all set. To me, cream blushes meant more blending, which left a lot more room for human error. And as someone who is pretty low-maintenance when it comes to makeup, I was hesitant.But all of that changed in the past year as I started covering bea...

Regardless of your hair type—coily, thick and wavy, fine and short—mastering the art of the perfect air-dry is, in fact, an art. Sure, blow-dryers, straighteners, and curling irons can throw plenty of arm-breaking curveballs your way, but mastering the au naturel, step-out-of-the-shower-and-go aesthetic is an intimidating beast in and of itself. With so many potential variables like climate, products, application timing, and hair texture, things can go awry quickly, and there definitely is...