BEAUTY

We talk a lot about skincare for our faces, but rarely give the same attention when it comes to our bodies. And yet, we expect it to snap into shape come summer, parading beachside with flawless skin, no cellulite and feeling healthy.

You can’t out-serum a nutrient deficiency. You can’t retinol your way out of chronic inflammation. If you truly want great skin, you need to nourish the systems that create healthy skin in the first place.

Move over matte lips, this season is all about high-gloss hydration with a side of skincare. If you haven’t yet made space in your beauty arsenal for a luxury lip oil, now is the time.

At-home beauty tech has come a long way, but if there’s one gadget that has gone from niche to absolutely everywhere, it’s the LED face mask.

We’ve all been there, standing in front of the mirror, layering on serums, creams, and oils, hoping for a blemish free, glowing complexion. But in a world of peptides, acids, and essences, the real question is: are we actually applying our skincare in the right order?

When it comes to hair, most of us are still stuck in the shampoo-conditioner cycle without a second thought. The answer? Scalp care, the beauty industry’s latest fixation and the key to healthier, shinier, and stronger hair.

But here’s the thing: with all the high-tech treatments in the city, are we really making the most of our products at home? Enter: facial massage.

Perfectly polished nails are a subtle but powerful detail that completes your look. Chipped polish, uneven lengths, or peeling nails can ruin even the most put-together ensemble. We go by the rule, perfect polish or no polish. But even no polish requires a regular manicure.

We’ve rounded up the best ways to repair damaged nails and maintain their health for the long run.