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Long hair has its time and place, but short hair will always be chic. The versatility of your hair and what you can do with it is endless, especially when it comes to bob-length hair. From short mini twists to blunt cuts, there’s always a style to test out and obsess over. No matter what curl pattern, the styles are more than a trend: they celebrate beauty and culture. A classic chin-length bob, in which the hair is cut the same length all the way around, is always a good choice, but there are also many other modern iterations of…

If your hairline has been looking a little sparse lately, the best hair powders for thinning hair can help by boosting volume, matching your hair color, and subtly disguising thinning areas. Hairstylists swear by these clever powders to blur visible scalp, add grip at the roots, and refresh second- (or third-) day hair. “Hair powder instantly gives thin, fine strands a boost in volume, making hair look and feel fuller,” says Amy Abramite, a hairstylist in Chicago. It also has styling perks: “It lifts the hair at the roots, giving it a denser texture,” adds Darrius Peace, a master barber…

Face primer is essential for keeping your makeup from melting off by midday, especially in the summer. But when it comes to the best primers for oily skin, the search gets trickier. You need a formula that not only locks everything in place but also mattifies, minimizes pores, and won’t clog or irritate acne-prone skin. Also important in your search: oil-fighting ingredients. (Try cellulose and niacinamide, a form of vitamin B3 that helps balance skin tone and control excess oil.)To find the best primers for oily skin, Allure editors tapped makeup artists for their go-tos and tested over 15 formulas…

Key Takeaways After experiencing initial popularity in the ’80s, ’90s, and early 2000s, bandage dresses are trending again, with celebrities like Kaia Gerber and Hailey Bieber wearing them, as well as classic brands like Hervé Léger and House of CB reviving the silhouette. While the party-ready look and feel of bandage dresses remains much the same, inspired neutral hues and elevated cutouts are modernizing the style. Official recession indicator or not, bandage dresses are back. The body-hugging silhouette that once ruled early aughts club dance floors and red carpets is back, albeit with minor tweaks. While recent iterations of this…

Butter yellow might be the color of the year, but not when it comes to your teeth. Stains from coffee, red wine, smoking, soda, and even tea can leave your smile looking a little too on-trend. Luckily, the best teeth whitening strips can help lift discoloration and brighten your smile, with some claiming results in as little as 10 minutes.Vogue’s Favorite Teeth Whitening StripsFeatured in this articleBest Gentle FormulaGuruNanda Teeth Whitening StripsSee MoreBest Peroxide-FreeLumineux Teeth Whitening StripsSee MoreBest Quick TreatmentCrest 3D WhitestripsSee MoreIf past experiences with painful zingers have scared you off, don’t fret. Thanks to advances in technology, many…

As someone with a dry complexion, I’ve tested some of the best hyaluronic acid serums to add hydration back to my skin. In case you’re unfamiliar with this potent hydrator, it’s a non-irritating ingredient that leaves skin glowy and plump, and it fits into any skin care routine because it’s available in tons of formats, including cleansers, toners, and moisturizers—though, personally, I’m partial to hydrating serums.Below, I’m sharing the ones I reach for the most, plus formulas approved by dermatologists, beauty writers, and Glamour reviewers, that work for oily, combination, acne-prone, and mature skin types. Each pick is targeted to…

Tyla and stylist Ronnie Hartleben, only started working together last year, but the duo is already dominating street style. Some of their most headline-worthy moments have come from their playful approach to lingerie dressing, like a July 24 outfit matching a fuchsia pink Balmain bag to a flash of Tyla’s underwear.The 23-year-old has been promoting her four-song mixtape, We Wanna Party, all week long in London, Barbados, and New York City. Mere hours before it dropped, Hartleben dressed Tyla in the ultimate going-out outfit, starting with a top-handle mini purse from Balmain made of velour and gold hardware. Then, Tyla…

Is it just me, or is summer the most expensive season? Between a booked social calendar, constant traveling, and moving apartments, my wallet is begging for this season to be over. Now, forcing myself to stop shopping altogether is pretty unrealistic, which is why I’m at least trying to save money by only buying budget-friendly picks.  It’s totally possible to treat yourself to something new without breaking the bank, especially if you’re shopping on Amazon. Case in point: I found tons of fashion and beauty deals to snag this week, including picks from Laneige, Kate Spade, and Madewell. Oh, and…

This may sound outrageous, but I must speak my truth nonetheless: I’m not a big believer in sandals. If I’m being especially honest, it goes further than that—besides poolside vacation days, I have not worn sandals in years. In fact, when I mentioned to my coworkers that I was taken by and participating in the jelly fisherman sandal trend, one of them remarked, “Omg Tamim in sandals!! This is a story I need.”  Besides the comfort (which I will get into later), the thing I like about this style is that my foot does not feel completely exposed to the…

Don’t Skip Moisturizer While the sweltering heat and humidity are compelling reasons to ditch moisturizer, experts say you shouldn’t. “Starting with a moisturizing body care routine is key for any scent routine. It’s the foundation that can truly give a personal or signature scent its dimension and uniqueness,” Shapiro says. Summer heat may not be the ideal time to lather on butters and creams, but King says starting your bodycare routine with a lightweight moisturizer is a good foundational step that will keep you comfortable. “Lighter moisturizers tend to feel better on the skin during hot months, while heavy moisturizers…