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  1. hairy situations
    The Woman Behind Meghan McCain’s Hairstyles SpeaksTalking to the mastermind who created all those glitter parts, space buns, and genie ponies.
  2. scent memories
    The Aromatherapist Who Scents Her Feet Every NightLake & Skye founder Courtney Somer on essential oils and freshly picked flowers.
  3. a beautiful life
    The Pharmacist Who Wants to Go Back to BasicsTalking to C.O. Bigelow owner Ian Ginsberg about the upsides of a pared-down routine.
  4. s.o.s.
    The Bunnies Still Need Our HelpTaika Waititi, Zac Efron, and Olivia Munn are campaigning for the ban of cosmetic testing on animals with a new short film.
  5. scent memories
    The Co–Creative Directors Who Love the Smell of HotelsOscar de la Renta’s Laura Kim and Fernando Garcia have a few five-star suggestions for sniffing.
  6. scent memories
    The Perfume Collection That Smells Like a Vacation in ItalyEven if you can’t catch a flight, Bulgari’s new Allegra fragrances will put you in a better mood.
  7. new faces of things
    Storm Reid’s Face Has a New JobThe Euphoria actress is joining forces with Maybelline.
  8. scent memories
    Hayley Kiyoko Doesn’t Mind Your Coffee BreathBut it doesn’t smell as good as the singer’s first fragrance, Hue.
  9. gone sale-ing
    Today Is a Very Good Day for Beauty SalesFenty Beauty, Fenty Skin, and Soko Glam want to help you celebrate spring.
  10. famous hair
    Wait, Has Billie Eilish Been Blonde This Whole Time?Apparently the slime-green was long gone before the Grammys.
  11. collaboration station
    Now Your Hair Can Wear Brother Vellies, TooDesigner Aurora James is teaming up with Dove on a silky collection for healthier hair.
  12. nailed it
    9 Spring Nail Color Trends for 2021Including groovy greens, sugary blues, and going completely nude.
  13. scent memories
    Boy Smells Made New Scents That You Can SpritzCatching up with co-founder Matthew Herman, whose cult-favorite candle line just launched five fine fragrances.
  14. a beautiful life
    Miranda Kerr Built Her Beauty Brand From the Ground UpTalking to the model turned CEO who started a skin-care company before it was cool.
  15. new faces of things
    Nina Dobrev’s Face Has a New JobThe actress is being promoted to fragrance ambassador for Parfums Christian Dior.
  16. glossy glossier glossiest
    Glossier Made a Bag for All Your Beauty StuffNot too big, not too small, just the right amount of pink.
  17. golden globes 2021
    The 11 Most Memorable Beauty Looks From the Golden GlobesElectric eyeliner, a massive braid, and a bowl cut for good measure.
  18. that’s hot
    Another Pandemic Spring, Another Wave of Pink HairThis time, celebs are cranking up the brightness.
  19. new faces of things
    This Lawyer-Turned-Model Is Now a L’Oréal SpokespersonNidhi Sunil’s face has a new job.
  20. scent memories
    Rachel Zoe Loves the Smell of Burnt Matches and LicoriceThe stylist, designer, and entrepreneur now has very first fragrance collection.
  21. nyfw fall 2021
    7 NYFW Beauty Looks You Might Have MissedHair whips, pink eyes, and yes, side parts.
  22. skin deep
    Makeup Artist Bobbi Brown Just Launched a Skin-Care LineFour extra-moisturizing products in fun textures from her new Jones Road beauty brand.
  23. help!!!
    Side Parts Are for Olds?Gen Z would like you to part your hair down the center now.
  24. hairy situations
    The Gorilla Glue Hairdo Is No MoreThe surgery to unstick Tessica Brown’s frozen hair was a success.
  25. getting ready with
    Bebe Rexha Has the Best Bedtime RoutineThe singer keeps it short and (literally) sweet.
  26. scent memories
    The Perfume Expert Who Knows What Queen Victoria Smelled LikeVictoria Christian of Clive Christian Perfume on the scents that have staying power.
  27. now smell this
    Dolly Parton to Launch Her Perfume During the Super BowlOne reason to tune in this Sunday.
  28. new faces of things
    Winnie Harlow’s Face Has a New JobThe model lands her first hair-care ambassadorship.
  29. scent memories
    The Model Who Starts Her Day With a Dose of Dog BreathSara Sampaio, the face of Michael Kors’s new fragrance, shares her favorite scents.
  30. how i get it done
    Taraji P. Henson Knows the Grass Isn’t Always Greener“It might be Astroturf!”
  31. new faces of things
    Bella Hadid’s Makeup Artist Has a New JobDior Beauty welcomes Sam Visser to the team.
  32. scent memories
    The Singer-Songwriter Who Loves the Smells of Chicken Fingers and MatchaTalking to Harry Hudson about love, life, and his new, limited-edition scent with Snif.
  33. let’s makeup
    Michelle Obama Was Wearing Fenty Beauty at the InaugurationHer personal makeup artist breaks down the eyes-only look.
  34. burn baby burn
    Beware the Vagina CandleOne reportedly exploded in London.
  35. ch-ch-changes
    Sephora Has a Plan to Tackle Racial BiasNew protocol, fewer security guards, and more Black-owned beauty brands.
  36. let’s makeup
    Zoë Kravitz Made a Lot More LipstickEight new shades of red, right this way.
  37. scent memories
    The Dancer Who Says Happiness Smells Like Her SisterTalking scents with the face of Kate Spade New York’s new fragrance.
  38. hell year in review
    This Year’s Weirdest TikTok Beauty TricksOur routines will never be the same.
  39. scent memories
    The Perfumer Who Loves the Smell of StablesMeet Emilie Bouge, the nose behind Cire Trudon’s cult-favorite candles.
  40. the best
    The 16 Absolute Best Beauty Products of 2020The perfect matte lipstick does exist!
  41. the fenty universe
    Rihanna Made You a Little Something for the HolidaysIt’s hiding in Sephora.
  42. sure why not
    Lady Gaga Is Launching Skin Care, Isn’t She?Probably, according to Instagram.
  43. scent memories
    Jo Malone Loves the Smell of ElephantsAccording to the famed British perfumer, they kind of smell like babies.
  44. advent calendar 2020
    Gift of the Day: Ingenious Eye MasksCut down on dark circles and unnecessary waste.
  45. new faces of things
    Nicole Kidman’s Face Has a New JobIt’s infused with CBD.
  46. hairy situations
    So Pete Wentz Has Legolas Hair NowA hair-growth icon is born.
  47. scent memories
    For Ciara, Success Smells Like SkittlesCatching up with the singer, who recently launched a new fragrance with husband Russell Wilson.
  48. holidaze
    The 39 Best Beauty Gifts of 2020A gift guide for the person who is fluent in face acids and knows every Sephora sale.
  49. advent calendar 2020
    Gift of the Day: An Adorable Handheld HumidifierGive the gift of consistently dewy skin.
  50. glossy glossier glossiest
    Glossier’s Holiday Collection Is HereLimited-edition merch and shiny new sets to gift (or keep).
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