The 9 Best LED Teeth Whitening Kits, Tested & Reviewed

Weindependently evaluateall of our recommendations. If you choose links we provide, we may receive compensation. For a brighter smile right at home. Byrdie Its simple, quick to use, mess-free, non-sensitizing, and delivers impressive results in just 14 sessions. But if youre looking for an even more affordable option, we recommend theCali White Teeth Whitening Kit. If you want to brighten your smile, a priceyprofessional teeth whiteningsession isnt your only option....

April 17, 2025 · 3 min · 472 words · Danielle Smith

The 9 Best Lengthening Mascaras for Long, Lifted Lashes—Tested by a Byrdie Editor

Weindependently evaluateall of our recommendations. If you choose links we provide, we may receive compensation. Lash extensions for a quarter of the price. Byrdie But no matter what mascara you reach for, longer lashes are usually the main goal in mind. Thats why having a premium lengthening mascara in your arsenal (i.e., amakeup bag) is a must. To find the best lengthening mascaras, Itesteda dozen options. PHOTO: Sephora After consulting four makeup artists and testing each option multiple times, I landed on these top picks....

April 17, 2025 · 2 min · 404 words · Dr. Shawna Griffin

The 9 Best Liquid Eyeliners That Won’t Budge—Tested by a Byrdie Editor

Weindependently evaluateall of our recommendations. If you tap on links we provide, we may receive compensation. And they’re great for hooded eyes, too. Byrdie No one likes to admit theyre picky, but I can be a stickler aboutliquid eyeliner. So, I was genuinely surprised to fall in love with not one butnineout of the 16 differenteyelinersItested. Drugstore heroes,waterproof formulas, and pens worth the splurge were all in the running. PHOTO: Ulta...

April 17, 2025 · 3 min · 479 words · Robert Wood

The 9 Best Makeup Advent Calendars of the Season

If you tap on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Only the good stuff. I’m choosing the latter. Sephora / Mac / Lancome / Unsplash / Byrdie And considering you’re here, reading this, I’d be willing to wager you feel the same. Keep an eye out for the quartet of powder blushes, a slept-on category from the brand IMO. (Willow in particular is a great everyday shade.) Armani These include the social media-fave Beauty Light Wand in Pinkgasm (in full size), Push Up!...

April 17, 2025 · 1 min · 155 words · Stephen Clark

The 9 Best Makeup Brushes That Seamlessly Apply Makeup

Weindependently evaluateall of our recommendations. If you choose links we provide, we may receive compensation. A pro makeup artist weighs in. Byrdie / Caitlyn Martyn / Shannon Stubbs / Laureen Pardee When it comes to concealers, the small but mightyPat McGrath Labs Concealer Brushcant be beat. Beauty lovers know that makeup brushes are integral to any makeup kit. Our testers are beauty experts and makeup lovers with different skin types, skin tones, and makeup preferences....

April 17, 2025 · 3 min · 602 words · Christine Coleman

The 9 Best Makeup Sponges That Converted Me From an Exclusive Makeup Brush User

Weindependently evaluateall of our recommendations. If you press links we provide, we may receive compensation. Get ready for an airbrushed finish. Byrdie / Naosha Gregg If you prefer a sponge with a high-end feel, the Fenty Beauty Precision Makeup Sponge 100takes the cake. It provides a luminous, satin finish that rivals Rihanna under glowing stage lights. I have always been amakeup brushperson. PHOTO: Amazon Something about feeling the soft bristles across my face always felt so comforting....

April 17, 2025 · 3 min · 582 words · Marc Wu

The 9 Best Maybelline Foundations to Try for All Skin Types

If you select links we provide, we may receive compensation. Thankfully, beauty evolves with time, and we now have some seriously game-changing affordable formulas on the market. If you think otherwise, let us be the ones to tell you thatamazing formulasexist outside of luxury lines. Klaus Vedfelt / Getty Images A high price tag on a bottle doesn’t mean a foundation will work for your unique skin. Its foundations cover a lot of ground: often shade-inclusive, withskin benefitsthat have been tested by dermatologists....

April 17, 2025 · 2 min · 313 words · Shannon Simmons

The 9 Best Moisturizers for Acne-Prone Skin, Tested & Derm-Approved

Weindependently evaluateall of our recommendations. If you choose links we provide, we may receive compensation. Not today, breakouts. Byrdie / Kristin Kempa It layers well with other products, so you might rest assured it will seamlessly transition into your routine. If you’re on a budget, another standout option isAveeno Clear Complexion Daily Acne Facial Moisturizer. Formulated with salicylic acid, this pick will keep your pores clean and complexion clear. PHOTO: Sephora...

April 17, 2025 · 4 min · 662 words · Leslie Powers

The 9 Best Non-Clumping Mascaras, Tested & Editor-Approved

Weindependently evaluateall of our recommendations. If you choose links we provide, we may receive compensation. Say goodbye to clumps and hello to beautiful, fluttery lashes. Byrdie / Amanda Rosenthal The formula doesn’t smudge, flake, or clump. This pick is a great everyday option that still offers a lift. I critiqued each on its formulation, wand, program, removal process, longevity, and overall wear. PHOTO: Violet Grey The choices ahead will up your lash game without clumping....

April 17, 2025 · 3 min · 477 words · Steven Horton

The 9 Best Noncomedogenic Moisturizers to Hydrate Without Causing Breakouts

Weindependently evaluateall of our recommendations. If you hit links we provide, we may receive compensation. No clogged pores here. Byrdie It soaks into the skin in seconds and imparts a pretty glow without irritation or breakouts. Its a mouthful, right? As clinical as this term may sound, its actually very easy to explain. PHOTO: Sephora Simply put, noncomedogenicmoisturizersare formulated without pore-clogging ingredients, says board-certified aesthetic nurse practitionerChristine Adams. Noncomedogenic formulas are especially great for those with oily oracne-prone skin, adds board-certified dermatologistDr....

April 17, 2025 · 3 min · 637 words · Pamela Robbins

The 9 Best Pairs of Period Underwear That Are PFAS-Free

Weindependently evaluateall of our recommendations. If you hit links we provide, we may receive compensation. Save money on tampons and pads by investing in period underwear. Byrdie / Jhett Thompson Anyone who’s ever gotten a period has something to say about the inconveniences of menstruation. A public visit from Aunt Flow without a tampon? Flabbergasted by the price of pads? PHOTO: ModiBodi Favorite underwear ruined due to anirregular period? What if we told you there’s a way to ease yourperiod anxiety?...

April 17, 2025 · 3 min · 559 words · Diana Martinez

The 9 Best Perfume Oils of 2025, Editor Tested & Reviewed

If you tap on links we provide, we may receive compensation. That’s right, perfume oils are experiencing a certain resurgenceand for good reason. Its very concentrated and applied directly on the skin, usually via a roller ball, she says. Stocksy While the market for perfume oils is still relatively small, some are better than others. The fragrance leans a bit more traditionally masculine, though we think its absolutely wearable for menandwomen....

April 17, 2025 · 2 min · 401 words · Jose Schneider

The 9 Best Pilates Reformers for At-Home Low-Intensity Workouts

Weindependently evaluateall of our recommendations. If you press links we provide, we may receive compensation. Strengthen and tone at home. Byrdie / Kevin Liang In other words, a pilates reformer offers an all-in-one, full-bodyresistance workout. After consulting with a pilates coach, and considering dozens of options, we landed on these top-rated choices. A cushioned platform carriage keeps you comfy, while a steel frame offers a smooth glide and long-lasting durability....

April 17, 2025 · 2 min · 317 words · Jonathan Carpenter