Anyone with extremely sensitive or acne-prone skin knows soft, smooth, clear skin can feel like a pipe dream at times. But with this little ingredient, it's not only possible but also 100% achievable. I'll first share a personal anecdote about lactic acid and how it changed my skincare routine for the better. I'd been dealing with some moisture-barrier damage, sensitivities, and breakouts all at the same time. I couldn't find a chemical exfoliant that helped keep my skin clear without causing ...

In the decade-plus that I've been covering beauty—not to mention the many years prior I spent being a consumer and tried-and-true fan—I've seen firsthand how Asian beauty brands have completely revolutionized the industry. (Who can even remember what it was like before K-beauty won over our skincare-loving hearts?) So every May when Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month comes around, I love learning about new beauty brands I haven't tried yet and seeing how far we've come in t...

By now, you've probably surmised we test-drive a lot of beauty products here at Who What Wear. From nail polish and makeup to hair and skincare, we're eyebrow-deep in all things new, exciting, and wish list–worthy. That said, due to the number of products we come in contact with, we've become very nitpicky beauty consumers. Within seconds, we can tell if a new hair oil is too heavy, and we're quick to ignore a serum that yields disappointing results.The good news? We're far more often...

Gaining sartorial insights from various creatives in the industry is always helpful for further styling exploration. So when Nordstrom stylist, Kathy Brown, offered up some of her key fashion tips, we jumped at the chance. Brown is one of Nordstrom’s Stylist Ambassadors at the Bellevue Square store in Washington and has been with the retailer for over 25 years. So it’s safe to say she knows a thing or two about Nordstrom and what matters in fashion.Over her years helping clients build out...