Hydrating vs. Moisturizing: Dermatologists Break Down the Difference

Or is it dehydrated? While these words may seem like synonyms, they’re quite different in the world of skincare. It can all be very confusing. Artem Podrez / Stocksy Meet the Experts What Does Hydrating Your Skin Mean? Skin hydration refers to increasing its water content. To do so, Zubritsky recommends seeking ingredients that attract and retain moisture. What Does Moisturizing Your Skin Mean? Zubritsky explains thatmoisturizingfocuses on enhancing and fortifying the skin barrier, typically resulting in skin feeling soft and supple....

April 17, 2025 · 1 min · 209 words · Charles Harmon

Hydrocortisone for Acne: Does It Work? Dermatologists Explain

If you punch links we provide, we may receive compensation. Stocksy In This Article When it comes to acne treatments, we’ve heard it all. So we were a little skeptical when we heard about the blemish-busting powers of hydrocortisone cream. Stocksy You’re probably familiar with a tube of the anti-inflammatory stuff tucked in your parents' medicine cabinet. But acne?Really? Meet the Experts What Is Hydrocortisone? “Hydrocortisone is a corticosteroid, a medicine that reduces inflammation,” explains Dr....

April 17, 2025 · 2 min · 323 words · Andrew Ramirez

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April 17, 2025 · 1 min · 4 words · Ryan Foley

Hyperpigmentation 101: The Key Causes and Treatments According to Derms

Stocksy In This Article There are many reasons dark spots may appear on your face. Factors such asageandsun exposureare popular culprits, but post-inflammatoryhyperpigmentationis up there as well. Regardless of how you get it, treating it can feel like a long, frustrating journey. Stocksy Their insights, below. Meet the Experts What Is Hyperpigmentation? It’ll often show up asbrown patches, not too dissimilar tolarge freckles. What Causes Hyperpigmentation? Hyperpigmentation is triggered by a variety of factors....

April 17, 2025 · 3 min · 436 words · Jessica Sherman

Hypochlorous Acid Sprays Are the Latest Buzzy Acne Treatment

#SkinTok’s newest obsession. Every individual’s routine is about finding a delicate balance of what works for them. Read on to find out if it’s right for you. @tower28beauty/ Instagram Meet the Experts What Is Hypochlorous Acid? Its antibacterial properties are why it has become popular in the skincare community. “It’s also safe for use around the eyes.” “It’s also great after workouts if you might’t wash your face right away,” she adds....

April 17, 2025 · 1 min · 72 words · Todd Lynn

I Always Recommend These 5 Moisturizers to My Fellow Editors—Starting at Just $20

If you tap on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Curated picks for every skin concern. Regardless of the specific category theyre inquiring about, my answer is the same: Well, it depends. Byrdie / Kristin Kempa Its annoying, but its true. Though she has oily skin, it becomes flaky and painfully tight in this environment. Its a perplexing and contradictory conundrum that makes finding a good moisturizer hard. PHOTO: InnBeauty Project...

April 17, 2025 · 1 min · 191 words · Gordon Randall

I am Not a Morning Person—Here's How I Trained Myself To Wake Up At 5 A.M.

If you press links we provide, we may receive compensation. @oliviamuenter For as long as I can remember, the idea of being a morning person intrigued me. Watching the sun rise? @oliviamuenter Unfortunately, though, the waking up part always felt more difficult. Naturally, I decided to find the answers where every good millennial does: YouTube. I started watching dozens of videos about early-morning routines. Then, I put that advice to workwith a few added tweaks of my own....

April 17, 2025 · 2 min · 296 words · Joel Perry

I Am Terrible At My Reformer Pilates SLT Class—Here's Why I Keep Going

Stocksy When was the last time you did something you were objectively bad at? The older you get, the harder it is to answer that questionand it makes sense. One thing that comes with adulthood is the desire to protect yourself from failure, embarrassment, and discomfort. Stocksy Its a survival tactic to keep ourselvesand our egossafe. Ready to find your own avenue to body confidence and empowerment? What Are SLT Pilates Studio Classes?...

April 17, 2025 · 2 min · 327 words · Keith Russell

I Asked for a UV Photo of My Skin, and the Results Were Shocking

Allow me to explain. Thankfully, my past tanning bed usage was short-lived, but my sunbathing days were many. My Results Here’s me a few months ago. Jenna Peffley What lies beneath, however, is a different story.Check out the results of my Visia images below. Front Left Right What Causes Discoloration? I can’t believe how many UV spots are on my face, especially on my lips. Courtesy of Schweiger Dermatology Group...

April 17, 2025 · 1 min · 136 words · Rachel Moore

I Bleached My Brunette Hair at Home Without Damaging It—Here's How

If you select links we provide, we may receive compensation. Stocksy In This Article Well, I did it. I bleached my hair at home without any damage. Stocksy Huge disclaimer: I am by no means a professional colorist. but they were kind enough to spill some of their secrets nonetheless. Read on for their insight along with my personal journey to blonder pastures. Sophie Wirt Often referred to as lightener, bleach is a powerful chemical that can have a dark side....

April 17, 2025 · 5 min · 1001 words · Wanda Fischer

I Bleached My Natural Hair to a "Honey Blonde" Shade at Home—Here's How

If you punch links we provide, we may receive compensation. Like many other Black women, I was definitely skeptical of bleaching my hair at home at first. However, I felt like I needed a change. Stocksy | Design by Michela Buttignol. Maybe it was 2020, or maybe it was my impulse to do something different. Start with Healthy Hair Before bleaching my hair, I had been wearing it in protective styles....

April 17, 2025 · 2 min · 405 words · Victoria Dennis

I Can't Stop Glazing My Lips With Laneige's Donut-Inspired Lip Serum

If you select links we provide, we may receive compensation. Meet the Laneige Glaze Craze Tinted Lip Serum. Laneige/ Derek Deng Back in myAccutanedays, I went through oneLaneige Lip Sleeping Maskevery two weeks. Laneige/ Derek Deng Since then, my lips have calmed downbut I still reach for my Lip Sleeping Mask every night. Thankfully, Laneige just launched their very first tinted lip serum, theGlaze Craze Tinted Lip Serum. Ahead, read on for more details on Laneige’s yummiest launch yet, and my honest review....

April 17, 2025 · 1 min · 108 words · Shelby Foster

I Can’t Go a Day Without This Airy, Viral Sunscreen That’s Finally Back in Stock

If you choose links we provide, we may receive compensation. Kim Kardashian also uses the TikTok-famous SPF. Luckily, TikTok-viral sunscreen brandVacationfinally restocked its best-sellingClassic Whip SPF 30 Sunscreen Mousseafter weeks of being sold out. Byrdie / Tyler Roeland It blends super seamlessly into my skin for a sheer, non-sticky finish. Five-star customer reviews attest to the luxe feel, effective protection, and incredible scent of the product. Classic Whip leaves my skin so glowy and smells phenomenal, wroteone reviewer....

April 17, 2025 · 1 min · 104 words · Jacob Moss