I used to be a full-palette girlie when it came to eye shadow. But now, I'm a product minimalist using curated palettes with six shadows or less. I love full palettes with an array of color options, but I'm also someone who travels often and usually throws on makeup with 10 minutes to spare. Because of this, full-on palettes aren't my thing anymore, and I find they can take up too much space when I'm trying to pack only a carry-on. Looking back, even when using a 12-piece eye shadow palette, I...

If you've heard of Coenzyme Q10, also known as CoQ10, before, it's likely been in a biological sense. That's because CoQ10, like hyaluronic acid or amino acids, is found naturally in your body. Coenzyme Q10 helps generate energy in your body's cells. "[CoQ10] is a naturally occurring antioxidant that is present in every cell of your body. It's essential for the proper functioning of many organs and chemical reactions in the body, helping to provide energy to cells and protect against oxidative...

Many makeup brands prioritize Gen Z these days, but as someone in her 40s who is considered an elder millennial, I don’t care much about anyone’s target audience. I like what I like, especially when it involves a showstopping eye. While I appreciate a playful aesthetic with my makeup, it still needs to feel and look right for a wise and refined lady such as myself. Enter Neen. The brainchild of celebrity makeup artist and Stila founder Jeanine Lobell, Neen pairs Gen Z’s affinity for te...

When it comes to sunscreen, there are two universal truths. The first is that it's intrinsic to any skincare routine. (Please, please, please practice safe sun, people!) The second is that you don't have to pay an exorbitant amount of money to get a quality formula. After all, effective doesn't mean expensive. That goes for face sunscreen, too. Just because it comes from the drugstore doesn't mean it will clog your pores, leave a white cast on your complexion, or do any of the other thing...