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Our Brain Trust members share their goals and aspirations for 2022

22 Test Run

The Beauty Authority

ON THE COVER Photographer: John Russo; Location: The Beverly Hilton; Makeup: Kara Yoshimoto Bua at A-Frame Agency; Hair: Marcus Francis at Tomlinson Management Group; Styling: Karen Raphael; Dress: Sukeina Earrings: Raven Fine Jewelers

28 Climate Control 30 Age Gauge 32 Acid Wash 36 Mood Board 38 Result Boosters 42 Skin Diet 46 Next Level

54 Shake It Up 56 Trinny Woodall 58 Vanity Project 60 The List 62 Rebel Wilson 64 Julianne Hough 66 Maggie Q 68 Kristin Davis

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92 Tech Talk 94 Moisturizer 98 High & Tight 102 2022 Vision 108 Stain Guard 114 Laser Tag

122 Nail Menu 124 Glow Team 126 Body Work 130 Breast Practices

138 Zen Den 140 Design Process 142 In Defense of the Nap

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A front-row look at celebrity morning routines, the products A-listers recommend and cuttingedge insights our experts want you to know now: If you’re not already scrolling on newbeauty.com, you have some catching up to do.

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As I sat down to write this letter, I realized it’s finally here: The year 2022. For what feels like forever, everyone around me has been saying they can’t wait for 2021 to be over…well, it is and what better way to prepare than purging all my bad skin-care habits (we’ll start there). Out with the old and in with the new—or, in the world of beauty, out with some expired oldies, but holding on to the cult-classic favorites and highly anticipated new releases.

If working from home has taught me one thing, it’s that I can’t afford not to moisturize and I have to wear sunscreen every day, even when I don’t leave the house at all. How I managed to get more sunspots while sitting at a desk all day, I have no idea!

The brilliant editorial team at NewBeauty was quick to make some recommendations, and my trial-and-error process began—the timing couldn’t have been better if I planned it.

At the same time that I was preparing to completely update my vanity, the editors were selecting products for The Luxury Review Box (see below, you may still be able to snag one) as well as testing for our upcoming 2022 NewBeauty Awards.

The products and recommendations were flowing, and I am happy to say, I have simplified both my a.m. and p.m. routines, while tackling some long-standing skin problems. If you are looking to do the same, or if you just love trying new products, join BeautyPass at beautypass.com to stay on top of the latest and greatest offers, customized sampling, events and more. It’s free (for now), so what are you waiting for?

And don’t forget, that big, shiny, non-selfish buzzword, SELF-CARE. Taking care of yourself and just taking a moment is more important than ever; I can’t think of a better way to treat yourself than with an annual subscription to TestTube. $1,500+ in products from our editors’ favorite brands

It’s the new year and with it comes the promise of “new” everything. With the last two years we have had, that might not necessarily be a bad thing, but when it comes to aesthetics, I am forever cautious of the much-used descriptor.

There is no procedure I do—surgical or nonsurgical, body or face—that I perform exactly the same way I did five years ago. To say that advancement through changes in the aesthetic medical arena is good is accurate; to say they are revolutionary is not. Refinements of procedures are ongoing and necessary to get better results, but it is also necessary to assure that safety standards have been met. To that effect, several years ago, I created the Emerging Trends Hot Topics Task Force for the major plastic surgery societies to report on new developments.

But just because it is new, doesn’t mean it is as good or better. When it comes to aesthetic surgery and cosmetic medicine, safe and effective with long-term proof is essential. That needs to come from valid scientific evaluation, published in peer-reviewed, recognized scientific journals, not just a statement from the manufacturer with a desire for profit or from a physician or individual who may have a conflict of interest through a financial investment. Also of concern is the paid-influencer endorsement or the physician who bought the technology and is promoting it for her/his own marketing benefit.

Many “hot new treatments” that have been touted in the last several years have not proven to be effective and have fallen out of favor. At NewBeauty, we try to always have a balanced viewpoint of providing useful information about what is new, what is on the horizon, what is proven and what may have promise.

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Internationally renowned aesthetic plastic surgeon and noted educator Robert Singer, MD of La Jolla, CA is a diplomate and prior examiner of the American Board of Plastic Surgery and has served as president and chairman of the Board of Trustees of the prestigious Aesthetic Society, chairman of the Board of Trustees of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), president of the American Association for Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgery Facilities, and president of the Aesthetic Surgery Education and Research Foundation (ASERF), an organization that bestowed on him the highest honor in aesthetic surgery, The Career Achievement Award, to recognize his contributions to the field.

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The REVOLVE™ Advanced Adipose System (REVOLVE™ System) is used for aspiration, harvesting, filtering, and transferring of fat for aesthetic body shaping. The REVOLVE™ System is intended for use in the following surgeries when drawing fat is desired: plastic and reconstructive surgery, gastrointestinal and affiliated organ surgery, urological surgery, general surgery, bone or muscle surgery, gynecological surgery, thoracic surgery, and minimally invasive surgery.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Who should NOT use REVOLVE™ System?

REVOLVE™ System should not be used by your physician if you currently have any disease that adversely affects wound healing, and poor overall health status.

What warnings should I be aware of?

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Use of this device is limited to those physicians who have the appropriate level of medical education and surgical experience in the appropriate surgical procedures. Results of the procedure will vary depending upon your age, surgical site, and experience of the physician. Results of the procedure may or may not be permanent.

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To report an adverse reaction, please call Allergan at 1.800.367.5737.

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Brain Trust With a new year comes new goals, aspirations and to-dos.

From traveling the world to digging deeper into self-care, our Brain Trust members share what’s on their 2022 hit list.

In 2022, I’m exploring the American West on a three-week road trip with my 10-year-old daughter. On the destination list: Grand Canyon, Colorado River, Lake Powell, Havasupai, and everything in between!”

Adir Abergel HAIRSTYLIST @hairbyadir

Alicia Yoon FOUNDER OF PEACH & LILY @aliciayoon212

Anastasia Soare ANASTASIA BEVERLY HILLS @anastasiasoare

Andrea Rogers XTEND BARRE @andreaxtendbarre

Andrew Jacono, MD FACIAL PLASTIC SURGEON @drjacono

Anthony Youn, MD PLASTIC SURGEON @tonyyounmd

Arshia Moorjani MAKEUP & SKIN-CARE EXPERT @arshiamoorjani

Ashley Streicher HAIRSTYLIST @streicherhair

Aura Friedman COLORIST @auracoloris

Ava Shamban, MD DERMATOLOGIST @dravasays

B. Aviva Preminger, MD PLASTIC SURGEON @premingermd

Bart Kaczanowicz OMGBART.COM @omgbart

Bradley Bengtson, MD PLASTIC SURGEON @bengtsoncenter

Carolyn Delucia, MD OB-GYN @carolyndeluciamd

Charles Chen CELEBRITY CHEF @charleschentv

Charles Crutchfield III, MD DERMATOLOGIST @crutchfielddermatology

Chad Kenyon CELEBRITY COLORIST @chadkenyon

“My number-one goal on my 2022 hit list is to return to travel. I want to go all over the globe—think NYC, Miami, Mexico and Spain—to visit my color clients.”

Alan Durkin, MD PLASTIC SURGEON @oceandrivemd

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Cyndi Ramirez-Fulton FOUNDER OF CHILLHOUSE @cyndiramirez

D’Andre Michael MAKEUP ARTIST & AESTHETICIAN @dandremichael

Danuta Mieloch FOUNDER OF RESCUE SPA @danutamieloch

Deborah Sarnoff

Dennis Gross, MD DERMATOLOGIST @dennisgrossmd

Doris Day, MD DERMATOLOGIST @drdorisday

Ermahn Ospina MAKEUP ARTIST @ermahnopsina

Giannandrea CELEBRITY HAIRSTYLIST @giannandreahair

Heidi A. Waldorf, MD DERMATOLOGIST @drheidiwaldorf

Hope Gillerman HOLISTIC HEALER & AROMATHERAPIST @hopegillerman

Irene Gladstein, MD OCULOPLASTIC SURGEON @projectglammers

Iván Pol CELEBRITY AESTHETICIAN @thebeautysandwich

Jeanine B. Downie, MD DERMATOLOGIST @jeaninedownie

Jeffrey Wise, MD HAIR RESTORATION SPECIALIST @drjeffreywise

Jennifer Hanway HOLISTIC NUTRITIONIST @jenniferhanway

Jill Hessler, MD FACIAL PLASTIC SURGEON @hesslerplasticsurgery

Joanna Czech AESTHETICIAN @joannaczechofficial

Joel L. Cohen, MD DERMATOLOGIST @jcohenderm

Joel Schlessinger, MD DERMATOLOGIST @omahabeautydoc

Joseph Grzeskiewicz, MD PLASTIC SURGEON @drgsandiego

Josh Rosebrook SKIN-CARE & HAIR-CARE EXPERT @joshrosebrook

Julie Russak, MD DERMATOLOGIST @russakderm

Julius Few, MD PLASTIC SURGEON @juliusfewmd

Justine Marjan CELEBRITY HAIRSTYLIST @justinemarjan

Kamakshi Zeidler, MD PLASTIC SURGEON @drzeidler

SKIN CANCER FOUNDATION @skincancerorg

Ginger King COSMETIC CHEMIST @thebeautysharkginger

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“My personal goal for 2022 is to weigh 118 pounds in a size four, wearing a bikini in the Bahamas for my 30th wedding anniversary. My professional goal for 2022 is to be seen on TV and heard on podcasts, and to collaborate with beauty brands and enthusiasts for various beauty ventures.”

Jennifer Austin CELEBRITY STYLIST @jlynnstyle18

The one goal I have on my hit list for 2022 is to focus on my self-care and making time for me. My life as a celebrity wardrobe stylist can be hectic, extremely busy and stressful, so I want to make sure my mental health is intact!”

Q&A

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Q: GP:

DO YOU HAVE WRINKLES?

Ha! Yeah, I have some wrinkles. I’m forty-eight.

We all change as we age, and I’m embracing that and getting more comfortable in my own skin. I’m not trying to look younger or not like myself—I’m just trying to smooth a frown line or two.

Q: GP:

HOW DO YOU FEEL ABOUT ANTI-WRINKLE INJECTIONS?

I’ll admit I wasn’t a fan of anti-wrinkle injections.

A few years ago, I talked to my doctor about frown line treatments and learned about an option I hadn’t heard about, which turned out to be Xeomin. I did my own research and was impressed by the clinical trials and uniquely purified formulation. I love my results.

Q: GP:

WHY DID YOU CHOOSE XEOMIN®?

I have high standards for beauty products, and I really wanted to understand the science behind Xeomin. There are a few things I ask myself:

Is it FDA-approved? Is it clinically proven? Is it uniquely purified to remove unnecessary proteins?* Yes, yes, and yes.

Q: GP:

WHY IS A UNIQUELY PURIFIED PRODUCT SO IMPORTANT TO YOU?

I read every label and ingredient before putting anything in or on my body. I choose beauty that’s free of unnecessary stuff, and I really urge other women to do the same. Oh, and efficacy is just as important: it also needs to be proven to work.

Q: GP:

WHY IS XEOMIN PART OF YOUR BEAUTY ROUTINE?

My results with Xeomin are subtle, even natural looking, and complement my lifestyle choices and the beauty products I use regularly. It’s really that simple.

XeominAesthetic.com @XeominAesthetic

*Head-to-head studies evaluating the relative risk of immunogenicity due to the presence or absence of complexing/unnecessary proteins have not been performed.

XEOMIN (incobotulinumtoxinA) IMPORTANT CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION Read the Medication Guide before you start receiving XEOMIN (Zeo-min) and each time XEOMIN is given to you as there may be new information.

The risk information provided here is not comprehensive. To learn more: • Talk to your health care provider or pharmacist • Visit www.xeominaesthetic.com to obtain the FDA-approved product labeling • Call 1-866-862-1211 WARNINGS XEOMIN may cause serious side effects that can be life threatening. Call your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of these problems anytime (hours to weeks) after treatment with XEOMIN: • Problems with swallowing, speaking, or breathing can happen within hours to weeks after an injection of XEOMIN if the muscles that you use to breathe and swallow become weak. Death can happen as a complication if you have severe problems with swallowing or breathing after treatment with XEOMIN. • People with certain breathing problems may need to use muscles in their neck to help them breathe and may be at greater risk for serious breathing problems with XEOMIN. • Swallowing problems may last for several months, and during that time you may need a feeding tube to receive food and water.

If swallowing problems are severe, food or liquids may go into your lungs. People who already have swallowing or breathing problems before receiving XEOMIN have the highest risk of getting these problems.

• Spread of toxin effects. In some cases, the effect of botulinum toxin may affect areas of the body away from the injection site and cause symptoms of a serious condition called botulism. The symptoms of botulism include: loss of strength and muscle weakness all over the body, double vision, blurred vision and drooping eyelids, hoarseness or change or loss of voice, trouble saying words clearly, loss of bladder control, trouble breathing, trouble swallowing.

These symptoms can happen hours to weeks after you receive an injection of XEOMIN. These problems could make it unsafe for you to drive a car ordo other dangerous activities.

Please see additional Important Consumer Safety Information on the inside back cover.

XEOMIN (incobotulinumtoxinA) IMPORTANT CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION (continued) Read the Medication Guide before you start receiving XEOMIN (Zeo-min) and each time XEOMIN is given to you as there may be new information.

The risk information provided here is not comprehensive. To learn more: • Talk to your health care provider or pharmacist • Visit www.xeominaesthetic.com to obtain the FDA-approved product labeling • Call 1-866-862-1211

USES: XEOMIN is a prescription medicine that is injected into muscles and used to improve the look of moderate to severe frown lines between the eyebrows (glabellar lines) in adults for a short period of time (temporary). It is not known if XEOMIN is safe and effective in children under 18 years of age.

WARNINGS XEOMIN may cause serious side effects that can be life threatening. Call your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of these problems anytime (hours to weeks) after treatment with XEOMIN: • Problems with swallowing, speaking, or breathing can happen within hours to weeks after an injection of XEOMIN if the muscles that you use to breathe and swallow become weak. Death can happen as a complication if you have severe problems with swallowing or breathing after treatment with XEOMIN. • People with certain breathing problems may need to use muscles in their neck to help them breathe and may be at greater risk for serious breathing problems with XEOMIN. • Swallowing problems may last for several months, and during that time you may need a feeding tube to receive food and water.

If swallowing problems are severe, food or liquids may go into your lungs. People who already have swallowing or breathing problems before receiving XEOMIN have the highest risk of getting these problems.

• Spread of toxin effects. In some cases, the effect of botulinum toxin may affect areas of the body away from the injection site and cause symptoms of a serious condition called botulism. The symptoms of botulism include: loss of strength and muscle weakness all over the body, double vision, blurred vision and drooping eyelids, hoarseness or change or loss of voice, trouble saying words clearly, loss of bladder control, trouble breathing, trouble swallowing.

These symptoms can happen hours to weeks after you receive an injection of XEOMIN. These problems could make it unsafe for you to drive a car or do other dangerous activities.

Do not use XEOMIN if you are allergic to XEOMIN or any of the ingredients in XEOMIN (see the end of this Guide for a list of ingredients in XEOMIN), had an allergic reaction to any other botulinum toxin products such as rimabotulinumtoxinB (MYOBLOC®), onabotulinumtoxinA (BOTOX®, BOTOX® COSMETIC), or abobotulinumtoxinA (DYSPORT®) or have a skin infection at the planned injection site.

Before receiving XEOMIN, tell your doctor about all of your medical conditions, including if you: • have a disease that affects your muscles and nerves (such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis [ALS or Lou Gehrig’s disease], myasthenia gravis or Lambert-Eaton syndrome) • have had any side effect from any other botulinum toxin in the past • have a breathing problem such as asthma or emphysema • have a history of swallowing problems or inhaling food or fluid into your lungs (aspiration) • have bleeding problems • have drooping eyelids • have plans to have surgery • have had surgery on your face • are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known if XEOMIN can harm your unborn baby.

• are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. It is not known if XEOMIN passes into breast milk.

Tell your doctor about all of the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins and herbal supplements.

Talk to your doctor before you take any new medicines after you receive XEOMIN. Using XEOMIN with certain other medicines may cause serious side effects. Do not start any new medicines until you have told your doctor that you have received XEOMIN in the past. Especially tell your doctor if you • have received any other botulinum toxin product in the last four months • have received injections of botulinum toxin such as rimabotulinumtoxinB (MYOBLOC®), onabotulinumtoxinA (BOTOX®, BOTOX® COSMETIC) and abobotulinumtoxinA (DYSPORT®) in the past. Be sure your doctor knows exactly which product you received. The dose of XEOMIN may be different from other botulinum toxin products that you have received.

• have recently received an antibiotic by injection • take muscle relaxants • take an allergy or cold medicine • take a sleep medicine Ask your doctor if you are not sure if your medicine is one that is listed above.

Know the medicines you take. Keep a list of your medicines with you to show your doctor and pharmacist each time you get a new medicine.

Possible Side Effects XEOMIN can cause serious side effects that can be life threatening including allergic reactions. Symptoms of an allergic reaction to XEOMIN may include: itching, rash, redness, swelling, wheezing, asthma symptoms, or dizziness or feeling faint. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you get wheezing or asthma symptoms, or if you get dizzy or faint. See “Warnings.”

The most common side effect of XEOMIN in people with glabellar lines includes: • headache These are not all the possible side effects of XEOMIN. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE SAFE AND EFFECTIVE USE OF XEOMIN Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes other than those listed in a Medication Guide. You can ask your pharmacist or doctor for information about XEOMIN that is written for health professionals.

Active Ingredient: botulinum toxin type A Inactive Ingredients: human albumin and sucrose Copyright © 2021 Merz North America, Inc. All rights reserved. Merz Aesthetics and Xeomin are registered trademarks of Merz Pharma GmbH & Co. KGaA. Botox®, Dysport® and Myobloc® are registered trademarks of their respective owners.

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Marina Peredo, MD DERMATOLOGIST @skinfluencemd

I want to work less, spend more time with the people I love, and travel to Paris, Italy and Bora Bora.”

Kate Oldham SVP, GMM OF BEAUTY AT SAKS FIFTH AVENUE @saks

Kelly Bomer, MD FACIAL PLASTIC SURGEON @rejuventmedicalspa

Kelly Murray ADULT SLEEP COACH @kellymurrayadultsleep

Kenneth Beer, MD DERMATOLOGIST @kenneth.beer

Kim Kimble CELEBRITY HAIRSTYLIST @kimblehaircare

Lara Eurdolian PRETTY CONNECTED.COM @prettyconnected

Lesley Clark-Loeser, MD & Marianna BlyuminKarasik, MD DERMATOLOGISTS @precisionskininstitute

Lily Lee, MD PLASTIC SURGEON @lilyleemd

Linda G. Levy THE FRAGRANCE FOUNDATION @fragrancefoundation

Lydia Sarfati INTERNATIONAL SPA EXPERT @repechage

Lynne McNees PRESIDENT OF ISPA @ispadoyou

Mally Roncal MALLY BEAUTY @mallyroncal

Mara Martin SUPERMODEL & ADVOCATE @_maramartin_

Mark Jewell, MD PLASTIC SURGEON @markjewellmd

Marla Beck FOUNDER OF BLUEMERCURY @bluemercury

Mazz Hanna CELEBRITY MANICURIST @mazzhanna

Michelle Henry, MD DERMATOLOGIST @drmichellehenry

Michelle Wong COSMETIC CHEMIST

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“Learning to say no to things. I’m a big people-pleaser, so it’s in my nature to want to say yes to everything. In 2022, I want to focus on being more selective and cognizant of where and how I spend my time from both a career and personal perspective.”

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Rocio Rivera, PhD SCIENTIFIC SKIN-CARE EXPERT @rociorivera78

Ronald Goldstein, DDS COSMETIC DENTIST @ggsatl

Sandy Linter MAKEUP ARTIST @sandylinter

Sanjay Grover, MD PLASTIC SURGEON @sanjaygrovermd

Shab Reslan TRICHOLOGIST @shabhairexpert

Shani Darden AESTHETICIAN @shanidarden

Shari Auth ACUPUNCTURE & CHINESE MEDICINE @shariauth

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Steven Fagien, MD OCULOPLASTIC SURGEON @drstevenfagien

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Tess Koenig YOGA & MEDITATION @tessiemade

Tiffany McCormack, MD PLASTIC SURGEON @mccormackplasticsurgery

Tim Quinn MAKEUP ARTIST @timquinnbeauty

Tina Alster, MD DERMATOLOGIST @drtinaalster

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Victoria Fu & Gloria Lu CHEMISTS & FOUNDERS @chemist.confessions

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“At the top of my 2022 hit list is traveling again, and I’ve booked a trip to Morocco. I love visiting different countries for inspiration and experiencing beauty around the world.

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Test Run Our 2022 Awards testing has commenced, and we’re on the hunt for the best of the best in beauty.

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Hand Signal “I have always been rather remiss in applying body lotion on a regular basis, but it wasn’t until I could see what resembled a dehydrated road map on the back of my hands that I decided to change my ways. Enter La Roche-Posay’s new Lipikar Baume AP+M, the brand’s first launch of the year that’s a ceramideinfused version of the original (the derms who created it are very proud of the fact that it provides 48 hours of moisture in clinical testing). While it works effectively on more serious skin conditions, it’s safe to say it also delivers some serious hydrating help wherever you need it most.” $20, laroche-posay.us — Liz Ritter, executive editor

Double Time “Here, I’m doing a two-in-one test, with Klorane Smoothing and Soothing Eye Patches under my eyes and Saints & Sinners Velvet Divine Hair Mask through my hair.” $26, kloraneusa.com and $30, realsaintsandsinners.com —Steffanie Attenberg, chief brand and content officer

Hydration Station “I’ve struggled with keratosis pilaris (KP) for as long as I can remember, and I’ve tried just about everything, but it's somewhat of a forgotten skin condition. What I love about KP Away Daily Moisturizer Ultra Hydration is the in-depth research that went into developing it. The formula, designed by a dermatologist with KP, focuses on hydration for smoother skin.” $40, amazon.com —Allie Hogan, staff writer

Special Treatment “Getting the Repêchage Hydra Dew Pure Moisturizing Lift facial featuring the brand’s signature antioxidant-rich seaweed from CEO and founder Lydia Sarfati was a real treat. Laminaria digitata seaweed contains amino acids, vitamins and trace elements and minerals that work to calm and restore aging skin. ‘We sustainably harvest it from the coast of Maine and it’s extracted by a proprietary process in order to ensure maximum potency,’ Sarfati told me. My favorite from the Hydra Dew Pure line is the Facial Moisturizer, which gives my skin a smooth, pampered and ultra-nourished feel.” $70, repechage.com —Tatiana Bido, features editor

Strong Point “Raising the bar in noninvasive body-sculpting treatment is Cutera’s new truBody muscle sculpting and fat reduction treatment. This is the first time I saw results immediately that continued to last. It reduces fat by 24 percent and rebuilds muscle in stubborn areas in just 30 minutes. Sign up now!”

—Sarah Eggenberger, senior editor-at-large

Plump Zone “I’ve recently been combining my go-to hyaluronic acid serum with PCA Skin’s ExLinea Pro Peptide Serum for a double-dose of line-plumping action.

Not only does my foundation catch a whole lot less on my forehead as I apply it—a sure tell of how dehydrated my skin is—but I’ve noticed a serious reduction in finely etched-in lines, too.” $135, pcaskin.com —Danielle Fontana Dooley, senior digital editor

Smooth Criminal “Crown Affair’s The Oil won me over the moment it met my hair. Formulated with Japanese tsubaki seed and meadowfoam seed oil, it immediately combated my not-sosubmissive frizz and added a burst of silkiness and shine to my 2C curls without any weight. As an added bonus, it’s wonderfully scented with naturally-derived Italian bergamot, yuzu and lemongrass for an irresistible scent that lasts from shower to shower. If I could slather this all over my body, I would!” $40, crownaffair.com —Olivia Wohlner, editorial assistant

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In the Clear “When my skin was feeling congested, the mix of calamine powder—an ancient skin remedy —two types of clay and blemishbusting salicylic acid in First Aid Beauty FAB Pharma Calamine Pore Purging Mask delivered the pore-clearing power I needed.

It’s the perfect quick-fix for baby-soft skin and tighter pores.” $30, firstaidbeauty.com

Tight Squeeze “I’ve spoken to many top derms and they all agree that Ulthera is the gold standard for non-invasive skin tightening. In order to help stimulate collagen production, I do this treatment once a year—depending on the desired outcome, you may need to do more than one treatment, but for preventative measures, once a year works for me. The procedure takes about an hour and with the numbing cream and a Tylenol the pain is tolerable. I love that there is virtually zero downtime with this—immediately after, you look a little red but could go back to the office if you needed to and there is no swelling or peeling afterwards. Results take three to six months to see but are gradual. For me, this is truly a preventative procedure.”

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The connection between climate and skin health

3.4million the number of filler treatments performed in 2020, making it the second most popular minimally invasive cosmetic procedure Source: ASPS

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Skin-care experts go region-to-region to break down the relationship between climate and skin health. —Olivia Wohlner

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“The humidity and heat in the south can negatively impact the skin,” says Ulli Haslacher, founder of climate-smart skin-care brand Pour Moi. “When your body is warm, your skin releases excess heat from the inside-out and brings water to the surface. However, the skin’s natural cooling process doesn’t work well in high humidity. The heavy air prevents sweat from escaping off the skin, trapping it inside.

When your skin finally releases that heat, your natural lipids turn from waxy to oily and, when mixed with trapped sweat, your pores can easily clog, causing overhydration.”

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Up north, Fresno, CA dermatologist Kathleen Behr, MD also experiences the hot sun, and she offers multiple ways to help prevent the skin from showing signs of damage. "Sunscreen is top priority,” she says. "Daily application with reapplication every few hours is important to give us the best protection. I recommend applying a mineral sunscreen in the morning and then a powder sunscreen for use throughout the day. We also offer HydraFacials and microneedling to keep the skin glowing.”

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The warm summers in Los Angeles make skin sweaty and dry, which can pose a challenge with moisturizing, say cosmetic chemists Victoria Fu and Gloria Lu. “We often see people using water-based hydrators like gels and waters to keep things light, but sometimes we need oil-based ingredients to help retain that hydration within the skin.” Alongside a moisturizer, the duo also recommends a solid lineup of cleanser, SPF and antioxidants. “These are fundamentals for maintaining a healthy skin barrier.”

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Over on the east coast, Haslacher says the temperatures become colder, which means arid air and icy winds. According to celebrity aesthetician Ildi Pekar, this cold air is the culprit for wintertime redness and dryness. “To combat these symptoms, you must hydrate more,” she says. “This means masking two times per week, incorporating a serum or face oil with hyaluronic acid into your routine, exfoliating your lips, wearing a hydrating eye cream and making sure your hands are staying moisturized and smooth.”

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“The decrease in snowfall and snowpack in Colorado has not only had a significant impact on the skiing and boarding industry, but also our skin,” says Denver dermatologist Joel Cohen, MD. “Less snowpack not only means less drinking water (in Colorado, a large percentage of our water comes from snow), but an increase in forest fires, too. According to United States Geological Survey, another contributor to forest fires are mountain pine beetles, which eat away at the bark and make trees more vulnerable to catching fire. The pollutants from these flames can lead to skin conditions like eczema and atopic dermatitis, which we often treat with ceramides, prescription creams and in-office treatments like lasers.”

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According to Weather Spark, the average temperature in Florida during the summer can get up to 90 degrees.

With this high number, West Palm Beach, FL dermatologist Kenneth Beer, MD is seeing more wrinkles and skin cancers in his practice by the day. “The heat leads to more sunburns, which not only make the skin have more cancers, but also result in premature aging. I am advising my patients to use high concentrations of vitamin C and take niacinamide by mouth to keep their skin protected.”

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“We are all going to be living a lot longer than our parents and grandparents have, so we need to shift our thinking and let go of our preconceived biases about aging.

The life expectancy curve in the U.S. is skyrocketing, and we are living much fuller and healthier lives. As long as they are in good medical condition, I believe that we are going to be operating on patients at a much older age.”

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“Even though you’re older, it doesn’t mean that you don’t care about your appearance. I see patients in their 80s and even into their 90s who want to restore or improve their looks. If their goals are attainable and their health is good, age doesn’t matter. However, we must be extra careful with this more fragile population as their response to anesthetics can be sluggish.

Ensuring that they have a robust support network is vital.”

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Are you ever too old for plastic surgery? Doctors answer the question, and the responses share an underlying theme: As long as you’re healthy, it’s never too late. —Olivia Wohlner

“Even as we age, it doesn’t mean we stop caring about our looks.”

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“Less is more, whether you’re 90 or you’re 20—nobody wants to do the most invasive thing to get a dramatic outcome, especially when they’re older. I have many 80- or 90-year-old patients who want to look 60 or 70, and by using a noninvasive method, that can be viable. If there are issues that are bothering the patient that we can’t solve noninvasively, there’s also no age cutoff for a bigger fix.”

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“I tell patients that chronological age is not the determinant for surgery.

The most important factor to look at is biological age. A few questions I always ask myself: Does the patient have aging changes that are able to be fixed through surgery? If so, is the patient healthy enough to have a surgical procedure? Is the patient fit? Can they walk up two flights of stairs? Is there any history of stroke or heart disease?”

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“When it comes to plastic surgery, age is just a number. A patient’s psychological and physical health are considered first as we choose the type of procedures they require.

For instance, an elderly patient who is healthy and not overweight may be an excellent candidate for a procedure such as a blepharoplasty.

Conversely, a younger diabetic female may not be the best candidate for a tummy tuck.”

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“Today, it is much more common to operate on people in their mid-80s and beyond. People are living longer, healthier lives. If the patient is of sound mind and has reasonable concerns that the surgeon can address safely, they are an appropriate candidate. Remember: There are people in their 50s who may be younger, but unhealthy. We are physicians first and must be certain that each patient, regardless of their age, is optimized for these elective procedures.”

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“There is a July 2021 study from Mayo Clinic that compares the average age of death for people who had facelifts with those who didn’t, and those who did lived about 10 years longer. The reason for this is because, when they looked in the mirror, they felt more comfortable with themselves and were, therefore, less stressed and more social. All of this has a tremendous emotional impact on aging, so there’s documented evidence that facelifts not only promote a tremendous physical change, but also an emotional change. Good physicians are aware of this and they screen out patients who are not appropriate.”

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Robert Singer, MD LA JOLLA, CA PLASTIC SURGEON

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Acid Wash Although it’s one of the most popular alphahydroxy acids, there’s still plenty to learn about lactic acid. Here, industry professionals provide the 101. —Olivia Wohlner

The use of lactic acid dates back to ancient Egyptian times, when, as legend has it, Queen Cleopatra would bathe in sour milk to improve the texture of her skin. As it turns

out, the ruler knew a thing or two about skin-care ingredients, as the milk sugar—otherwise known as lactose—is converted by bacteria into lactic acid as milk sours. This is not your cue to draw a bath of spoiled milk, but it is a testimony to make room in your routine for a product formulated with the trending ingredient.

It’s a gentle exfoliant.

You can find lactic acid under the AHA (alphahydroxy acid) umbrella next to glycolic and salicylic acid molecules. However, it’s not like the rest of the group. According to celebrity aesthetician Shani Darden, “the lactic acid molecule is known as a keratolytic and larger than other AHAs, which means it can’t penetrate skin as deep. Therefore, it will exfoliate and polish the surface of the skin much more effectively to give it an amazing glow.” This attribute should also check a box for those with sensitive skin, who will be able to tolerate it much better than other acids. “This is because it’s less likely to disrupt the PH of your skin, as it keeps the moisture barrier intact and adds a boost of hydration,” adds Darden.

Aside from giving skin a nice glow, Southlake, TX dermatologist Janine Hopkins, MD says the super-exfoliant can also help diminish the look of fine lines and wrinkles and increase skin firmness by “accelerating cell renewal and increasing collagen, ceramide and lipid production.” But, in order to achieve this, Dr. Hopkins says a lactic acid concentration of at least 5 percent is necessary in topical skin-care products.

“Lactic acid is produced in our muscles and red blood cells when the body breaks down carbohydrates for energy, but it’s also produced in bacterial species like decomposing plants and milk products,” says � It works head to toe.

Davie, FL dermatologist Lesley Wong says you can find lactic acid in Clark-Loeser, MD. While the acid any step of your routine, from facial may not sound pliable in these forms, toner to serum, but it’s also used in cosmetic chemist Michelle Wong says its produced for skin care via fermentation, and the results are nothing short of glow-tastic.

Did You Know?

Although 5-percent lactic acid modulates surface and epidermal changes, 12-percent lactic acid influences both the epidermis and the dermis. —AAD

body products like lotions and cleansers. But, according to Dr. Clark-Loeser, not all lactic acid products should be treated equally.

“How often you use lactic acid really depends on two things: where on your body you’re applying it and the concentration.” If you’re using a lower concentration, like 5 percent, Dr. Clark-Loeser says the acid can be used daily anywhere on the body, but that changes when the concentration gets higher. “If you’re using a high over-the-counter concentration of 12 percent or above, it should only be used every day if applied on the arms and/or legs for dry skin or pesky keratosis pilaris,” she adds. “Higher concentrations of 15 percent or more are used by dermatologists and some aestheticians in a mild superficial chemical peel, especially for sensitive skin individuals.” If you’re adding lactic acid into your daily routine, Dr. Hopkins recommends only using it at night, and applying sunscreen the next day to protect your skin from UV rays (standard protocol with most AHAs).

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“My facials almost always include a lactic acid chemical peel because of how versatile the ingredient is. It works so well for almost all skin types.”—Shani Darden

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Shani Darden Skin Care Lactic Acid Exfoliating Serum $150, shanidarden.com

Dr. Hopkins says AmLactin is the number-one OTC brand she recommends for use on the body. In addition to the high concentration of lactic acid, this cream also contains three ceramides and works to improve skin texture and heal dry, flaky skin.

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Boasting skin-polishing lactic acid, hydrating hyaluronic acid, and antioxidant-rich green and white tea, this serum minimizes redness and smooths uneven skin texture in no time.

AmLactin Rapid Relief 15% Lactic Acid Restoring Cream $20, amazon.com

It meshes well with other ingredients.

In many popular lactic acid products, you’ll find that the acid is paired with other effective actives, and Wong says that’s because lactic acid mixes well with other hard-hitting exfoliants like salicylic acid. Darden adds that it also jives well with hydrating, nourishing ingredients, which is why she combined the two in her new Lactic Acid Exfoliating Serum.

“It’s formulated with humectants like hyaluronic acid and aloe vera concentrate that add soothing benefits, which help to prevent any irritation that comes from exfoliation,” she says. “When incorporating lactic acid into your lineup, you can use an additional hyaluronic acid serum or moisturizer for added hydration, but you should wait five minutes before applying so the acid can absorb into the skin without affecting the pH of the other products.”

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StriVectin Advanced Resurfacing Pro GlowFoliant Mix-In Microderm Crystals $45, strivectin.com

Like an at-home chemistry project, these microdermabrasion crystals are meant to be mixed into your favorite cleanser to exfoliate dull skin. Once applied, the lactic within the crystals melts directly into the dermis for a boost of moisture and a serious glow.

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One Love Organics Botanical A Bio-Retinol Night Serum $78, shop.onelove organics.com

Peach & Lily KP Bump Boss Microderm Body Scrub $28, peachandlily.com

The combination of lactic, phytic and salicylic acids boosts skin’s radiance and brightness while plant-derived retinol helps whittle away wrinkles—it’s the perfect formula for youthful skin without irritation.

Struggling with tiny red bumps on your arms and legs (aka keratosis pilaris) that just won’t go away?

This smoothing body exfoliant uses finely milled mineral crystals and mugwort plant to transform skin from rough to smooth in just 28 days.

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This winter’s beauty forecast: moody makeup, streamlined skin care and masterpiece fragrances.

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Art meets fragrance in Swiss-born fragrance house Amaffi. Amberspiked Amor & Psychea celebrates all-things floral with a concentrated blend of Sicilian orange blossom, tuberose and gardenia. $5,200, amaffi.com

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Topped with a stilettoheaded serpent, Christian Louboutin Beauty Loubiworld Intense LOUBIPRINCE merges sandalwood and tonka bean for a scent that’s nothing short of royal. $300, us.christianlouboutin.com

The picture of a modern woman, effervescentmeets-sultry Burberry Her Eau de Toilette relies on juicy green pear, peony and musk to tell its familiar—yet headturning—story. $109, macys.com

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A modern take on the traditional vanity case, Les Nécessaires à Parfum Collection offers a timeless way to tow your favorite Cartier fragrances in ultra-thin pocket cases.

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SPF gets a glow up in RéVive Skincare Moisturizing Renewal Day Cream SPF 30, a cocktail of antioxidants, minerals and vitamins C and E to hydrate, protect and treat in one ultra-luxe step. $195, reviveskincare.com

Lancôme’s new trichamber Rénergie H.C.F. Triple Serum combines hyaluronic acid, vitamin C, niacinamide and ferulic acid in one single, stable and potent formula that supercharges any routine. $135, lancome-usa.com

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Filled with Japanesesourced ingredients rich in minerals and amino acids, the melts-right-in Decorté AQ Treatment Body Cream encourages supple, firmerlooking skin via an elevated, buttery formula. $94, decortecosmetics.com

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Epigenetics research– inspired Clé de Peau Beauté Brightening Serum Supreme works to inhibit dark-spot formation at a cellular level using cuttingedge ingredients and next-gen tech. $330, cledepeaubeaute.com

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Victoria Beckham Beauty introduces two new shades of its hydrating, crystalinfused Lid Lustre shadows: delicate Champagne, featuring clear quartz, and striking Mirror, spiked with moonstone. $36, victoriabeckhambeauty.com

Housed in cases stamped with a golden comet, an ode to Mademoiselle’s high jewelry collection, each of Chanel’s eight Rouge Allure Velvet La Comète Luminous Matte Lip Colour shades delivers timeless, moody lip color. $42, chanel.com

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Shade names like “2 AM in Sydney” and “Midnight in Madrid” set the scene for Smith & Cult’s latest five-piece nail lacquer collection, inspired by the night sky of a new city. $18 each, SmithAndCult.com

Created to flatter all skin tones, Byredo Lipstick in Mad Red is equally parts vibrant, warm and wearable; the creamy Eyeshadow 5 Colors in Fêtes Noires celebrates “anti-colour” via black and gunmetal hues for all. $42–$70, byredo.com

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RESULT BOOST ERS Understanding unique delivery systems and how they work

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by Tatiana Bido

Various factors influence how well our skin and scalp can absorb ingredients.

Checking the label for which actives are present is important, but the delivery system, or the way they get deep down into the dermis, should also be considered. Here, skin-care experts explain how delivery systems work and what they can do.

What They Do

According to Davie, FL dermatologist Marianna Blyumin-Karasik, MD, it all starts with the stratum corneum, or the outer envelope of our skin. Its main purpose, she says, is to provide a balance of water, pH and microbes.

“When this equilibrium is disturbed,

we experience signs of diminishing health and beauty of the skin, including dullness, dryness, uneven complexion, prominent roughness, and wrinkling,” she explains. “In order to protect, reinforce and repair this balance, there are a variety of ingredients that can help.” However, the outer layer of the skin presents a physical challenge, narrowing the type of ingredients that can penetrate it. “Larger molecules with water-based compositions have a more difficult time getting in,” she says. Hence, the variety of delivery tricks used in our favorite formulations that help those molecules get where they need to go.

“In layman’s terms, delivery systems give the product the ability to reach its target in a stabilized form and effect whatever function it is looking to deliver,” adds Fort Lauderdale, FL dermatologist Dr. Matthew Elias.

“Essentially, it’s how the magic of skin care happens. You could put a topical product like retin-A or vitamin C on the skin, but without an effective delivery system, it wouldn’t be able to stay stable and active, penetrate through to reach its target and ultimately cause beneficial changes.”

Molecule Penetration

Infusing submicrons, or rapidly moving droplets, the Droplette Micro-Infuser uses a misting approach to deliver anti-aging benefits. “The general rule of thumb is that molecules over 500 daltons—the unit of molecular weight— cannot enter skin because the stratum corneum acts as a barrier,” says brand cofounder Dr. Madhavi Gavini. “Our technology transforms serums into submicrons that can bypass the skin barrier 20 times deeper than a topical with the help of a piezo—short for piezoelectric transducer—and a pump.”

Time Release

“By coating or dissolving ingredients in certain carriers, they can be slowly delivered into skin over time,” notes cosmetic chemist Stephen Alain Ko. “Microspheres used in tretinoin prescriptions are one example of this: The tretinoin slowly diffuses out of the microscopic microspheres, delivering it more slowly to the skin.”

“When actives are encapsulated in either a single liposome, or multilamellar liposome, they can release upon melting of the liposome layers, which releases the effects over time,” adds King.

Smart Encapsulation

If you see “smart encapsulation” on a product label, Ko says it can be a bit misleading. Ultimately, this denotes that the ingredients are formulated to

“ It’s like placing the ingredients inside little delivery bags."

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“The smaller the molecule, the easier it is to penetrate skin and achieve the desired effect,” says cosmetic chemist Ginger King. “Usually, nanosize materials have this ability. There is also a fine line between drugs and cosmetics as to whether they penetrate too deep.”

Sophisticated delivery systems help these skincare must-haves do their jobs better and faster. target a concern or specific place in the skin: “This is a bit of a misnomer because ingredients don't have brains.

Smart encapsulation refers to the idea that the delivery system is targeted to either a specific layer in the skin or a specific structure in the skin.”

“It’s like placing the ingredients inside little delivery bags,” adds Dr. BlyuminKarasik. “The encapsulation of an important skin-care ingredient such as a retinoate combined with a friendly molecule, like lactic acid, leads to its gradual release and synergy of skin cell renewal and hydration. This is how retinoids—the gold-standard anti-ager and vitamin A derivative that previously posed problems of irritation and sun sensitivity—no longer offended the skin, but compliments it.”

Lancôme Rénergie H.C.F. Triple Serum houses potent actives that are often incompatible— ferulic acid, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, and vitamin C—in three separate chambers that mix into one cream. $135, lancôme-usa.com

KAPLAN MD Diamond Contour Ultimate Hydration Firming Eye Serum uses ‘Pearl-within-a-Pearl’ technology to encapsulate its liquid crystal in a hyaluronic acid–filled pearl. $105, kaplanmd.com

The bioavailable hyaluronic acid in Murad’s Targeted Wrinkle Corrector helps boost skin hydration while acetyl hexapeptide-8 reduces lines and prevents future ones from forming. $78, murad.com

Microneedle Technology

Microneedling works by puncturing the skin with tiny, fine needles, which can enhance the penetration of certain ingredients and oftentimes increase collagen production. “There are ‘microneedling’ pads and products on the market, usually made of dehydrated hyaluronic acid and other hydrogels, which are designed to help deliver ingredients more deeply into the upper layers of skin. The effectiveness is really dependent on each product,” Ko explains.

Droplette’s pump expels the super fine mist under the skin with high velocity to ensure maximum skin penetration. $299, droplette.io

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Carrier Oils

One commonly used mode of delivery is carrier oils, however Ko says that while they may be easy to use, they don’t actually assist with absorption.

“Fragrances and essential oils, for example, need carrier oils for their use. While they may help dissolve and dilute certain ingredients, they may not necessarily increase effectiveness or skin penetration.”

The ultrafine multilamellar liposomes in Decorté Liposome Advanced Repair Serum house hyaluronic acid, phospholipids, vitamin E, and Japanese white birch sap inside their layers and deliver them to where they are needed most. $75, decortecosmetics.com Using a stabilized form of vitamin C called ethyl ascorbic acid—it’s combined with low-pH niacinamide—Olay Vitamin C + Peptide 24 Hydrating Moisturizerr brightens dull skin while hydrating throughout the day. $39, olay.com

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Does your skin need a product diet?

When it comes to good skin, is going on a skin-care product diet the way to go?

We asked the experts to weigh in on the trend and when it’s time to reduce what you’re using.

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Gone are the days of 12-plus step skin-care routines, and in their place come straightforward, streamlined regimens that are a back-to-basics approach and void of unnecessary fluff. But, even if you follow a pared-down approach to tackling daily skin health, is there ever a time to go one step further and strictly narrow down what you use on your face for a short period? Some experts say yes.

Skin-care product diets started in Korea when dermatologists overseas began suggesting them as a way for those experiencing extreme redness, breakouts, and inflammation as a way of pinpointing the aggressors and safely weaning them out of their routines. The result: clearer, healthier, more glowy skin. And now the practice has made its way stateside.

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The idea behind a skin-care product diet is that giving the skin a break allows it to rebuild its stratum corneum while decreasing irritation and inflammation. “Multistep product routines increase the risk of breakouts, allergic reactions and skin irritations,” says Louisville, KY dermatologist Tami Buss Cassis, MD. An overload of unnecessary ingredients can trigger inflammation and break down the protective barrier, affecting the skin’s balance and pH levels, resulting in blemishes, redness, rashes, and sensitivities. In addition, using too many unnecessary actives for too long can damage the skin. “One theory is the prevalence of rosacea may be increased from the multiple ingredients people are using, which causes skin sensitivity,” says New York dermatologist Jody Levine, MD. “It is best to keep a regimen to a few effective products.”

But if your skin is healthy and clear, New York dermatologist Doris Day, MD says product dieting isn’t necessary. “It’s only something to consider if you are experiencing a problem or not responding to the products you are using," she forewarns.

“Otherwise, in my opinion, there’s no reason to do it.”

How it works:

Most of us don’t live our lives following a stringent food diet every day, and the same goes for product dieting—it’s not a long-term solution. Instead, a less-is-more approach is a more sustainable option. Dr. Buss Cassis likens product dieting to a modern-day version of an elimination diet. “It is the same idea,” she says. “By eliminating certain products and identifying the problems, you can see what works best for you and then slowly add them back into your routine, if necessary.”

Here’s how to do it: Step _

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If you have a skin-related problem, stop using everything, minus a bland cleanser and moisturizer, says Dr. Day. “That means no products with fragrances, sulfates, acids, or exfoliating agents.”

Step _

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Thoroughly clean your makeup brushes and take into account every potential source that may be irritating your skin. Skin-care products aren’t the only reason for upset skin—diet, genetics, age, and things like menopause also affect the skin.

Step _

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Keep a list of every product eliminated and slowly add them back one at a time.

“Do it in order of what means the most to you, so if it’s a brightening product, start with that and go from there,” Dr. Day advises.

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Every two weeks, add in something new and assess how the skin handles the integration of an additional product.

Anything irritating will be noticeable— eliminate it from your routine.

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“On average, it takes four to six weeks to see a difference in the skin from changing the products in your routine,” Dr. Levine shares.

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Reasons for going minimalistic

More than just a fleeting trend, these reasons are justification enough for bringing it back to basics.

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Product interaction is one reason why it’s never a good idea to pile on everything that exists in your medicine cabinet. “Some ingredients work against each other or interfere with the absorption of other products, which leads to lesser efficacy,” Dr. Levine says.

the skin diet shopping list:

The key to generating a positive result comes down to using just three products—cleanser, moisturizer and sunscreen. Look for ones with succinct, easy-topronounce ingredient lists, no harsh actives, fillers, synthetics, or artificial fragrances.

CLEANSER: Cleansers are the cornerstone of a good routine, and a clean slate sets the tone for what’s to come.

Opt for a gentle one that is free of alpha- or betahydroxy acids and other exfoliating agents. Oil cleansers work, too, especially if double cleansing (yes, it’s allowed on a diet).

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You may think you’re doing something good for your skin by piling on a dozen products, but that can make it worse. Dr. Levine says that most barrier damage results from harsh products, which leaves the skin void of its natural oils. “With the barrier stripped, the skin can't properly safeguard itself against harmful external aggressors or pollutants, making it more susceptible to damage and premature aging,” she adds.

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Aggressive exfoliation is never your friend. “Chemical and physical exfoliation is excellent for getting rid of dead skin cells and promoting cell turnover. But overdoing it causes red, irritated skin and increases the risk of fine lines and wrinkles,” says Dr. Buss Cassis. “It takes time to figure out what is best for your skin, and a board-certified dermatologist can help determine the best ways to exfoliate.”

01 _ Irene Forte Almond

Cleansing Milk $89, ireneforteskincare.com

02 _ Oars+Alps Gentle

Foaming Face Wash $20, oarsandalps.com

03 _ Avène Tolerance

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Extremely Gentle Cleanser $24, aveneusa.com

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MOISTURIZER: Unless your skin is inherently dry, bypass super-thick creams for lighter ones. Press ‘add to cart’ on anything with hyaluronic acid and vitamin E. When skin lacks moisture, it cannot perform regular cellular functions.

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01 _ Glow Recipe Plum

Plump Hyaluronic Cream $39, glowrecipe.com

02 _ boscia Plant Stem

Cell and Ceramide Barrier-Defense Moisturizer $42, boscia.com

03 _ OLEHENRIKSEN

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Strength Trainer Peptide Boost Moisturizer $48, olehenriksen.com

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SUNSCREEN: Daily sun protection is a given whether product dieting or not. “There are some products that you never want to give up, like SPF, which is essential for protecting the skin,” Dr. Day shares. Swap absorbed sunscreens for mineral versions, which are less irritating to sensitive and acne-prone skin.

01 _ Glytone Age Defense UV

Mineral Sunscreen Serum Broad Spectrum SPF 50+ $38, glytone.com

02 _ Tower 28 SunnyDays

SPF 30 Tinted Sunscreen Foundation $30, sephora.com

03_ Glo Skin Beauty Tinted 01

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Sunscreen Moisturizer $47, gloskinbeauty.com

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How to tackle the biggest beauty problems with early intervention and more intensive treatments.

When faced with a cosmetic concern, finding the appropriate solution can be a guessing game. There are so many options today, so it can be confusing to know where to start or what to try next if something doesn’t work. These are the top treatments for hair, skin and body improvements, according to the experts.

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Concern: Constant Breakouts

D O T H I S F I R S T: If stubborn acne is ruling your life, you’re not alone.

According to the American Academy of Dermatology, acne is the most common skin condition in the U.S. and affects up to 50 million Americans annually. It can be difficult to treat, but your first line of defense can be found in the skin-care products you’re using. According to Montclair, NJ dermatologist Jeanine B. Downie, MD, ingredients to look for are “benzoyl peroxide, retinol or retinoids, salicylic acid, glycolic acid and bakuchiol.”

“Acne treatment is a juggling and balancing act, and sometimes it’s simply a matter of trial and error because of its unique but vast variability,” adds Bloomfield Hills, MI dermatologist Linda C. Honet, MD. “And because acne affects 80 percent of Americans at some time in their lives, it is quite a ubiquitous dermatologic condition.”

T H E N T R Y T H I S : When you’ve exhausted every acne-fighting ingredient on the market and the breakouts don’t end, Dr. Downie suggests making an appointment with a dermatologist ASAP. “Topical dapsone, prescription retinoids like Altreno, spironolactone, and antibiotics like clindamycin or erythromycin, can work very well for acne. If topicals don’t work, then I will prescribe oral antibiotics, or even oral Accutane.”

New FDA-approved topicals will be available soon, including Winlevi, a 1-percent clascoterone cream that Dr. Downie says is “non-drying,” and Twyneo, which combines benzoyl peroxide and a retinoid.

Concern: Wrinkles

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D O T H I S F I R S T: For the onset of fine lines and wrinkles, Dr. Honet recommends the gold standard in anti-aging, a topical retinoid.

“Prescription-strength retinoids like tretinoin or tazorotene are anti-aging powerhouses, effectively reversing sun damage, retexturizing skin, stimulating collagen and elastin production, reducing the depth of wrinkles, and improving laxity.”

T H E N T R Y T H I S : Dr. Downie says that if you’re not doing more to stimulate collagen, you’re missing out. “The next step is radio-frequency microneedling or laser-resurfacing treatments like Fraxel and LaseMD that create microinjuries to help build collagen,” she explains. A new technology called ellacor was recently FDA cleared to treat wrinkles in the mid-to-lower face. Miami dermatologist Jill S. Waibel, MD says it works by “using hollow needles to remove micro-cores of excess skin.” Unlike microneedling, which only punctures the skin, ellacor removes skin on the micro-scale, improving its architecture. However, the technology is very new, so there is no current data on long term efficacy.

Concern: Cellulite

D O T H I S F I R S T: To smooth dimples on the butt, thighs, arms, or abdomen, the winning equation includes losing body fat, firming the muscle under the skin, and increasing blood flow and circulation in the area.

“We explain to patients that the best way to enhance circulation is through exercise and massaging,” Houston plastic surgeon Henry A. Mentz, MD says. “With a consistent diet of low-fat, lean proteins and veggies, you will be able to maintain your desired results.

We can’t express enough that patients need to avoid sugar, starches, alcohol, and processed foods.”

T H E N T R Y T H I S : For stubborn dimples that just won’t budge with diet and exercise, an injectable treatment called QWO can help, as it works by dissolving and releasing fibrous bands, redistributing fat cells, and stimulating the growth of new collagen. “QWO is injected by a trained and licensed provider directly into targeted dimples in the buttocks using a small needle, and injections take as little as 15 minutes,” Dr. Mentz explains. “Three treatment sessions, repeated every 21 days, are needed.”

You can also expect some bruising.

Another new option is FDA-cleared Resonic, which uses sound wave technology to break up fibrous bands, and results improve over time.

Dr. Waibel performed three ellacor microcoring treatments to tighten skin and reduce this 69-year-old patient’s deep lines.

Turn to page 153 to find one near you.

Concern: Hair Loss

We’re seeing better, faster hair growth than with PRP...

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D O T H I S F I R S T: New York dermatologist Marina Peredo, MD’s initial approach to hair loss involves combining at-home treatments with a laser procedure to stimulate new hair growth. “My protocol is to start off with Nutrafol supplements for three months, which you can take at home.

If we don’t see the results we want, then I’ll combine it with a LaseMD and Keralase hair loss treatment. It’s a nonablative laser that exfoliates the scalp and creates ‘microchannels’ that allow topicals to penetrate deep.”

T H E N T R Y T H I S : For those who need a more aggressive treatment, Dr. Peredo has seen success with exosome therapy. “It’s a stem cell therapy that includes growth factors, but it’s not the same as platelet-rich plasma, or PRP,” she explains. “The stem cells are highly potent, and instead of coming from your own blood, they are placental-derived mesenchymal stem cells. They promote wound healing by activating a patient’s own regenerative cell response, which enables new blood vessels to form, helping to feed the cells. For patients that don’t respond to PRP, we’re seeing better, faster hair growth and less inflammation as well.”

To treat this 59-year-old patient’s thinning hair, Dr. Peredo performed a series of exosomes injections in the scalp.

Concern: Stubborn Abdominal Fat

D O T H I S F I R S T: To tighten the stomach, nonsurgical Emsculpt NEO is getting rave reviews. “It combines electromagnetic technology with radio frequency, and it’s approved for all skin types,” says Dr. Downie. “It is like doing 20,000 sit-ups in half an hour.”

For excess fat that doesn’t respond to diet and exercise, Dr. Mentz says liposuction partnered with a skintightening technology like BodyTite, can provide the best possible results.

“Liposuction debulks and contours while the radio-frequency energy of BodyTite can help firm up the skin.”

T H E N T R Y T H I S : If you have excess fat and lax skin, the best way to get rid of it in one go is a tummy tuck, also known as abdominoplasty surgery.

“It can repair the abdominal wall musculature—it’s kind of like creating an internal corset—which will flatten the tummy and recontour the waist,” explains Miami plastic surgeon Sean Simon, MD. “The best candidates are generally patients who have loose skin and tissue in their abdomen. This is more common in women because pregnancy often causes a separation of the rectus muscles, which weakens the abdomen from the rib cage to the pelvis. Performed correctly, tummy tucks should have a low complication rate and a relatively easy recovery.”

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GOLDEN GIRL

A look at what Rosie Huntington-Whiteley keeps on her vanity

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Chris Diamantopoulos uses his skin as his “main tool”

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ADVICE COLUMN

Rebel Wilson’s tips for making major life changes

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Entrepreneur Trinny Woodall shares her favorite things

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Courteney Cox and Jennifer Aniston share some of their healthy-foodie tips and tricks. Cox shows us how to efficiently clean a blender post-smoothie, and Aniston provides the details on how she amplifies her morning brew (hint: she uses Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides).

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Gwyneth Paltrow flaunts her colorful collection of The OWL Reset broth elixirs, which fulfill her #GoopDetox, while Kate Hudson starts her morning with a twist: Instead of classic cream and sugar, she enhances her cup of joe with INBLOOM Brainpower Protein Mocha.

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Blended drinks and elixirs, supercharged coffees and water that wows: If there’s anyone who knows how to incorporate more superfoods into their routines, it’s these celebrities. —Samantha Sandow

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OCTAVIA SPENCER

Water Nice

Giving ordinary flat water a tasty twist, Octavia Spencer sipped on a frozen strawberry and pineapple concoction as she chatted virtually with her costars.

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Perfect Blend

Included in Miranda Kerr’s morning smoothie is Medical Medium Barley Grass Juice Extract, spirulina for an antioxidant advantage and an orange for a shot of vitamin C.

Pep Up

Salma Hayek took to social to share her antioxidant-powered, turmericrich recipe for taking morning orange juice to the “next step.” The secret: a sprinkle of black pepper.

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HAILEY BIEBER

Green Thumb

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For eight years, Reese Witherspoon has substituted her breakfast with her all-time favorite green smoothie, featuring celery, almond butter, an entire lemon, coconut water and spinach.

@haileybieber

All this talk about smoothies and greens, but we can’t forget about hydration.

Hailey Bieber shares how important it is to hydrate on the daily, and she sure looks fabulous while doing so.

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MORNING DEW “I love a fresh face in the morning, so I use my BFF De-Stress Tinted Serum in Lucy to wake my skin up.

Brows are so important to frame the face, and the Hourglass Brow Pencil gives good color, doesn’t set too strong, and the size of the brush works really well for even the smallest eyebrows. I also love multipurpose products: I invented the Lip2Cheek Sheer Shimmer because it acts as a lip and cheek color, and sometimes highlighter.

On a day when I have no time, I’ll put it on my eyes too.”

EURO TRIP To get away from the hustle-bustle, Woodall flees to the mountains in France near the Swiss border where she has a chalet. “I’d also love to be lying on an island in the Caribbean. Whenever I meditate, I think of those two locations.”

FAMILY TREASURE “If I had to think about the thing I would least want to lose, it might be this little angel I was given when my daughter Lyla’s father died, and I always keep it close to me. Once I thought I had lost it, and I remember how much that upset me.”

SWEET TREAT “My guilty pleasure is a bar of dark chocolate at night, either Raw Halo Bar or Green & Black’s.”

PRECIOUS GEMS “My favorite jewelry is from Liat Ginzburg, a designer I met in Israel who does fun, bright, mad things, or Annina Vogel, who does the opposite and makes beautiful pieces from old charm necklaces. I adore them.”

BOOK CLUB Woodall says her most-loved book of all time is The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas. “It’s just an incredible adventure story. I also loved Perfume by Patrick Süskind—I read it when I was working for Caron in Paris, and I remember how it awakened my love of fragrance at the time.”

PILLOW TALK Before bed, Woodall always does a double-cleanse. “Generally I start with a balm, either de Mamiel Cleansing Balm or Botanics Organic Hot Cloth Cleansing Balm. Then I follow with a gel, like NeoStrata PHA Facial Cleanser.” Next comes a resurfacing acid— she favors Biologique Recherche P50 or Jane Scrivner’s, “a more gentle exfoliant”—plus retinol and peptide serums. “I love nearly every retinol from Medik8, but right now I’m using r-Retinoate Intense. I don’t like wearing a heavy moisturizer at night.”

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Golden Girl Supermodel Rosie Huntington-Whiteley gives us an exclusive look at her vanity staples. —Brittany Burhop Fallon

“I launched the Rose Inc. content platform back in 2018 after nearly a year of working on it behind the scenes. For me, it was all about building a community around beauty, cementing my authority within the industry and trying to convey my passion to my audience.

I had always known I wanted to create a beauty brand with both skin care and makeup, and it’s exciting to finally see it out in the world. We think of Rose Inc. as being ‘transparent’ versus just being ‘clean.’ Our website has all of the nitty-gritty details of every single ingredient we’re using and full packaging breakdowns of our eco-friendly materials and how to recycle them. We also have clinical trials on all of our products, which has been incredibly challenging, but really rewarding.”

Sniff Test

“Byredo Gypsy Water is my signature scent because it’s just so easy to wear. It’s not overtly feminine or floral, or overpowering, so perhaps I’m someone who steers away from those things. But, while I’ve been pregnant [Whiteley is due with her second child in February], I actually haven’t been wearing that much fragrance. Usually I wear it every single day; it’s kind of like part of getting dressed. But during my first trimester, smells were kind of overwhelming for me. I also love what Jason [her husband, Jason Statham] wears—I think it’s Terra’D

by Hèrmes.”

Instant Hits

“Our Rose Inc. Blush Divine Radiant Lip and Cheek Color and Softlight Luminous Hydrating Concealer are our top-sellers so far, which is what I had anticipated.

Heliotrope is my favorite day-to-day shade of blush because it’s the mildest of the colors with more bronze to it.

I flip between that and Azalea, Ophelia and Foxglove. The concealer is a really flexible formula, and something I’ve discovered is that people with very different skin tones are wearing the same color. It’s interesting because we decided to create the shades based on undertones, so it not only helps people identify their shade, but also makes the shades themselves much more flexible. I switch between LX40 and LX60, and when I’m really tan, I might use LX70. We plan to add new shades of both products next year, too.”

Hand Hero

“I love Chanel’s Le Crème Main for a couple of reasons: First of all, that egg shape! I think it’s one of the most iconic products of the last few years.

I know we’ve all seen it across social media, but I don’t think it’s really been lauded the way it should be. It’s such a smart design, not only because it’s so Instagrammable, but also the way it fits so ergonomically in your hand.

Second, I love the formula. I don’t generally love hand lotions—I don’t like having sticky or clammy hands; it actually makes me feel dirty—but this one is very light and fast-absorbing.

I keep one at my bedside table and one in my handbag.”

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Beauty Boss

“I had always known I wanted to create a beauty brand, and it’s exciting to finally see it out in the world.”

Body Rock “You’ve got to try Costa Brazil Jungle Firming Oil! It’s become a cult product and I love to smooth it all over my skin—I was actually rubbing it on my tummy this morning at 5 a.m. I don’t think any body oil is going to prevent stretch marks by any means, but I certainly think it’s important to keep your skin really hydrated while you’re pregnant. And I love that moment of connectivity with your tummy, just rubbing some oil around and feeling all the movement inside. It’s very relaxing. I love the scent of this one too because it’s very easy and natural. Some people, like my CEO, wear it as their fragrance.”

Dew Point

“Although I’m a bit of a sucker for anything that says ‘Rose’ or ‘Rosy’ on it [laughs], I love Chanel’s Le Blanc Rosy Drops because it’s a great multipurpose product. You can basically do whatever you want with them. I like to smooth them over my skin before using foundation or concealer, and focus them on the high points of my face for that lovely lit-fromwithin glow. Sometimes I use them in the middle of the day— a tiny pump—to freshen up my makeup and get everything rehydrated again. You can put them into your foundation or moisturizer as well.”

Deo Decode

“I love the Nécessaire Deodorant because it really works. It’s like a cream that comes out when you turn it and it doesn’t mark on your clothes, which is something I battle with a lot, especially being pregnant because everything is so tight and a struggle to get on anyway. I switched to ‘natural deodorant’ as I learned more about ingredients, but it took time to find one that actually worked.

I also love the Malin+Goetz one Jason wears, and I often pinch that out of his bathroom. I think the trick with these deodorants is sticking with them for a couple of weeks and then your body adjusts and they work.”

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TV and film regular Chris Diamantopoulos—he plays the villain opposite The Rock, Gal Gadot and Ryan Reynolds in Red Notice, which had the biggest opening day for any Netflix film in its history—never discounts the power of good skin. “I’ve been acting my whole life, and I’ve learned that your tools as an actor are pretty limited,” the 46-year-old shares. “The better you know them, the more confidently and freely you can go out and perform. My face, my skin, they’re one of my main tools.” —Liz Ritter

“I follow my wife’s lead [Chris is married to actress Becki Newton] and she has the most beautiful skin. I wasn’t blessed with beautiful skin; I had acne as a kid, I had big pores, and I still do, but I work with what I’ve got. I found a facialist in Los Angeles, Frankie Paige, and she does really, really great work keeping my skin clean. Her Balance Toner is amazing and her VSS Spot Treatment is completely indispensable.”

“When I’m playing a basic guy like myself, I like to use a bronzing gel. I like Tom Ford Bronzing Gel. That adds just a little bit of color without looking ridiculous, and it evens out my skin tone.”

“PCA’s Hyaluronic Boosting Serum is magic. It keeps my skin feeling good, feeling hydrated. Because I have a tendency to break out here and there, I use a face wash by Image Skincare called Clear Cell.”

“Occasionally, I’ll use a couple of drops of iS Clinical’s Pro-Heal Advance, which really brightens things up on a red-carpet day.”

“For my hair, it’s really simple. I hop out of the shower, and I throw in some old-school Supremo Magic Move.

It’s been around forever, but it works wonders for my hair. For my body, I like Aesop. I love the Reverence Aromatique body and hand moisturizer. That’s my situation.”

“Because we’ve been home so much more and we live in Los Angeles, I’ve been getting a lot more sun by virtue of being outside and playing with the kids; I use TIZO sunscreen or Clear Choice sunscreen.”

“I respect what hair and makeup teams do onset and there have been instances where I needed a full hair and makeup department to really help me get into that character. But, in general, I find that less is more in regards to makeup for me onscreen. So, for the last 15 years, I’ve been doing my own hair and makeup when it’s just me looking like a regular guy.”

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Chris can currently be seen in the Netflix series True Story, opposite Kevin Hart and Wesley Snipes.

“ It really begins and ends with just having good, clean skin.”

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Everyone loves a good funny-girl makeover story. It’s a trope that Rebel Wilson has experienced both on and off screen, and although she’s recently undergone a significant lifestyle change that has led to a major weight loss, she says her transformation has been just as much internal as external.

After taking some time to get healthier, Wilson says sharing her journey on social media has been motivating. “I put my year of health on Instagram, partly for accountability,” she explains. “I didn’t know how that was going to go, but then I’ve received such overwhelmingly positive responses.”

Along the way, her journey has made headlines, which she says doesn’t bother her as long as it’s not the only focus. “You hope that while I did lose a lot of weight last year, hopefully people get used to it and the conversation moves more towards the awesome movies coming out this year.”

In Netflix’s upcoming #SeniorYear, she plays an 18-year-old cheerleader who goes into a coma after falling off the pyramid, only to wake up 20 years later. “She has the mentality of a teenage cheerleader, but at almost 40 she decides to go back to high school to redo her senior year.” Revisiting that teenage mindset was really fun, says Wilson, but now that she’s older and has learned from the positive changes she’s made, the 41-year-old comedic actress has acquired some useful wellness tips to pass along.

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The Advice I’d Give My Younger Self This is your journey and all the things that happen to you, happen for a reason you might not see right away. When I was younger, I would say ‘I want to be a famous actress in Hollywood movies, like now!’

By the time I was 21, I was so disappointed that it didn’t happen.

I would get a bit impatient with

things but then you learn that when it’s your time, it’s your time.

Life is happening for you, so try to learn the lessons along the way.

Three Things I Do Now That Make the Biggest Difference I’ve been eating a lot less, so I’m really into my OLLY supplements.

They’re yummy, so they’re kind of like a treat but with all the daily nutrients I need for the day. I also walk for about 60 minutes a day.

Last year when I was trying to actively lose weight, I was doing hardcore exercise, but you don’t need to kill yourself to be healthy, you just need to move. I listen to a podcast or an audio book while I’m doing it, and it’s so good for your circulation and peace of mind.

Thirdly, good sleep! I take my OLLY Sleep gummies to get in my eight hours because it’s so good for your body. As women we work our asses off all the time, so it’s important to get that quality sleep.

My Favorite Treatment I’m Australian and love the sun, but I’m so fair that I also get a lot of sun damage. Once a year, I’ll do an IPL or some type of resurfacing laser to get the sunspots and any little things that pop up. I love beauty creams, but when it comes to actual change, lasers really do the job.

My Trick for Staying Centered Gwyneth Paltrow’s doctor, Dr. Habib Sadeghi, taught me this thing called Purge Emotional Writing. For 12 straight minutes you write out your feelings to cleanse your emotions like your body

“Now that I’m a lot healthier, there are some things, like jet lag, that don’t happen as much. I also have a lot less inflammation, which I used to think was normal.”

cleanses itself of food and toxins. You can’t let things sit and stew, you’ve got to process them. It really helped me with my emotional eating or when I’m feeling stressed and overwhelmed.

Afterward, you rip it up or burn it so no one else can read it. It’s just for you.

My Favorite Way to Relax I’m obsessive about bubble baths, maybe because I’m a Pisces, but I love water. A bubble bath with Epsom salts and trashy reality TV like the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, Below Deck Mediterranean, or HGTV shows like Tarek and Christina. Oh and My Big Fat Fabulous Life! I love that show.

The Trend I Can’t Live Without SNS Nails Dip Powder. My go-to shade is nude with a tip, which I’ve seen on a lot of other actresses lately, too. So I’m totally on trend.

WELLNESS DIARY

Not surprisingly, Julianne Hough has a lot of energy, which she did her best to shut off during the last year-plus. “I don’t know if it was the pandemic, or just my cycle of life and the age that I am, but I’ve been competing and pushing since I was a kid,” the 33-year-old dancer, KINRGY founder and Thorne partner shares. “It’s always been go, go, go, but what I needed most was rest.” —Liz Ritter

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× The Reset

“I took this last year and a half to really reset my body, to heal from the inside out, to do the things that, internally, needed some focus. My adrenals were completely shot. My number-one word for the year was health. When you think of health, you think of moving your body and being active, but what I personally needed was rest. I literally needed to rest and recover from 30 years of training. Now that I feel like I’m at ground zero, I’m starting to move my body again because I do believe that motion is life. The whole thing was very, very different than anything I’ve ever experienced.”

I take the time to actually chew, taste and eat the food I make, my nervous system feels a lot calmer and relaxed.”

× Resolutions, Revised

× Expert Take

“There are, obviously, so many experts that can help you, and so much information that’s available… but it’s also so important to check in with your body and see what it needs. Ask yourself: ‘What are the main issues I want to tackle?’ Maybe it’s focus, maybe it’s sleep, maybe it’s your brain fog. Find the most active issue you’re facing right now and start there. You don’t have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great, right?”

“When I work with love, creativity and energy, versus anxiety and pushing and fear of time × The Experience running out a high-sensory person, even and all of those “I’m something simple like the scent things, it helps. of a candle—I’m all about that experience. We recently came out I always try with these KINRGY Mist Sprays and those always ground me. I also take to set up my time to eat lunch—I cook it, I use my hands. We have access to so many environment things, like Postmates and takeout, in a way for but there’s such a ritual in the primal nature of creating food and doing success.” it yourself. I always find that when

“We just had a new moon, which is all about detoxing and purging, getting rid of the old, and planting seeds and harvesting for the future— a reminder to be mindful and set intentions for what January looks like. I don’t make my resolution right before New Year’s; I start early by creating and designing the future of my life, so I’ve prepped myself by the time the new year comes. I really looking forward to doing the work and putting in the intention for everything that I do.”

× Sync Up

“I’m very fortunate that I get to pair up with partnerships that have the key ingredients of alignment and authenticity; I won’t partner with anything unless we share the values of truly living well, which involves supporting physical and mental health, as well as energetic wellbeing. The brand alignment [for Thorne] is so true and so honest with what I represent in my personal brand, and my personal life. I’m all about energy, and so are they. The Amino Complex is unbelievable. It helps with building muscle mass and all that good stuff, and at the same time, it helps with recovering and feeling revitalized and energized.

That product is my go-to, all the time. I can’t live without it.”

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Fox’s new comedy Pivoting stars Maggie Q, who is a master at shifting gears.

The 42-year-old actress and activist is known for her action roles—like her recent turn as lead assassin in The Protégé— but this time she’s killing it in comedy. “I can relate to my character in many ways, and in others I don’t,” she says.

“She focuses on the external to search for answers, but if something’s not working for me, I look inside for what needs to change.”

The Hawaiian-born former model and stunt woman says her unique Polish, Irish and Vietnamese background has given her a lifetime of beauty lessons. “You have to hit it from all sides. There are so many different approaches— some eastern, some western.

I’ve learned to take the best of my cultures and apply them to different areas.” Here, her top tips for looking and feeling good inside and out.

Morning Moves

“I steam in the morning with oils when I can, and then I use very cold water. I like products without chemicals that act like food for the skin. If you’re going to nourish, it must be a product worth absorbing into your skin.”

Gadget Goals

“I have a whole-body infrared light for muscle and tissue repair that I love.”

On-Set Secrets

“Two things I’ve learned: Use a hot towel for dry, cracked lips. In the morning, use cold under the eyes before makeup.”

Healthy Habits

“Eating early and hydrating is essential so I can rejuvenate at night. Also sleeping early!”

Muscle Builders

“I do lots of stretching to stay limber, cardio and strength training—and it has to be daily to get the endurance up.”

Center Focus

“To unwind, I hike with my dogs. I read. I also love comedy. Stretching also brings me back into balance.”

Skin Saviors

“Christine Chin is seriously the greatest facialist and her team is outstanding for treatments. I love their lasers because they aren’t harsh, and they allow collagen to be boosted.”

“You may look a bit older, but you are so much wiser and that allows for a confidence you don’t have when you are younger.”

Anti-Aging Approach

“Sweat naturally. I make sure I work out, and when you sweat it’s like a natural facelift. Don’t discount it!”

Embracing 40

Desert-Island Musts

“My probiotics, my morning green juice, and my cold plunge and sauna.”

Try This

“At least once in your life, try one minute in 40-degree water, whale-watching and climb a large mountain.”

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“My love for the oceans and desire to protect them inspired me to create Qeep Up, my sustainable athleisure line.”

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The whole world may know her by her beloved alter ego of Sex and the City’s Charlotte, but for the 56-year-old mom-of-two, a mountain of frequentflier miles, M&M’s and charity work make up a day in the life. by

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When Kristin Davis enters the famed Beverly Hilton hotel lobby, she’s boiling over with excitement to share the details of her daughter’s soccer game—and equally as anxious to hop in the shower. ˟

“My son wanted attention, so he tackled me and now I’m covered in grass!” the 56-year-old, who’s dressed in a T-shirt and khakis, animatedly explains. “I need to wash my hair. That’s all I need…and maybe an iced tea.”

Minutes later, the hotel manager whisks her away to the storied suites on the eighth floor, kindly reminding me that the location is an ever-organized hub for some big Hollywood productions, and that he’s confident this photo shoot will go off without a hitch—complete with a glass of freshly brewed tea and a paper straw on the side. “We’ll make sure she’s happy,” he assures.

As Davis catches up with her rep, her LA-based glam squad, and peruses the racks of pulled clothing, to call the scene “happy” is accurate. Smiles, some grabbing of the good light on the terrace, and several outfit changes follow—as do the knocks on the door from friends who heard she’s back in town, off for a few days from filming HBO’s And Just Like That... on the other coast.

First up: Her long-time manager, Dave Fleming: “I was driving down Wilshire and I saw you up here!” His wife, Denise, backs that this isn’t some Hollywood-hotshot line: The couple knew she was in LA and working today, but didn’t know where. They just happened to look up while stopped at the light and saw Davis on the terrace.

“I knew a couple of other actresses up for the Sex and the City role, but she was the only one I could recommend,” Fleming tells me. “She was Charlotte.

She still is. People love her.”

“Even if the world isn’t ready to break down these ageism walls…we were ready.”

After four, very different, decades later, Davis doesn’t disagree: “Sex and the City is, and always will be, my dream project—it’s the best creative experience of my life,” she says. “Charlotte is my alter-ego. I’m in hardcore Charlotte-mode right now. My only complaint is that it’s getting cold in New York and we’re filming for spring, so the outfits she’s wearing are way too cold.

Maybe we can turn her on to some bulky sweaters in the new year. But you know Charlotte, she’s not going to change—at least not when it comes to her style.

I’m just excited for the world to meet the 55-year-old version of her. She has some stories to tell.”

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The main reason I wanted to come back is that I genuinely love working with these people. It’s the thing that I hold all other things up to in terms of collaboration, fun and intensity. Everyone who works on it is committed to whatever that idea of perfection is, which can sometimes make things a little stressful, because you can’t ever really reach perfection. But it’s nice to work with people who have a shared vision.”

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We have this creative vision courtesy of Michael Patrick King, who hires the most awesomely diverse group of writers, and they are never without an explosion of ideas, story lines and new characters. Their collaboration is huge—especially in terms of being in the cultural moment that we’re in right now. We are still in the beginning of a revolution, but we’re in a revolution, and that’s an exciting thing. It also tells this bigger story… the message that life is unexpected! You don’t know what’s going to happen, you don’t know who you’re going to meet, you don’t know how they’re going to expand your world view, and that’s what’s happened for our characters in the show.”

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“I think it’s that we care so much. We know the show doesn’t necessarily have a greater purpose, but we also know it’s not ‘just a show.’ Even in the beginning, we knew we had something special, in that we wanted to make a show about women, by women, and we didn’t want the stories to be told in terms of the male perspective. Sarah Jessica [Parker], had always been a producer, and then an executive producer, and we had all these women writers who, while you might not have met them publicly, were very dedicated to telling their stories. And we also wanted to make a show where we could talk openly about sex—which people forget was very shocking in 1998 when we debuted!

“We’re very, very well-aware the show is not perfect in terms

I think it’s safe to say the fans agree.

“We have fans who have been so loyal and so devoted to our work—and then we have the people who want to dissect all the things that we did wrong when we started in the ‘90s, which was a different time. We know there are a lot of topics that weren’t handled right and, of course, we should have understood things like the term transgender back then, but we didn’t, and we are all sorry for that.

What is that vision?

That is not to say that the show is perfect: We’re very aware the show is not perfect in terms of the modernday lens. That’s the other reason that coming back is so amazing. The whole time, I kept saying, ‘There’s no reason why we wouldn’t have interesting stories to tell now’…even though we are now in the ageism world, which is interesting since, originally, we started in the sexism world.

Because you’re in your 50s?

“Yes! Why can’t we still tell our story? And why is our story not an interesting one? That’s like saying anyone over 50 doesn’t have anything interesting happening in their life, which is insane! That was my original thought, at least in terms of my personal self, but it applies to a lot of people beyond these characters.

“The world needs some light and Sex and the City is light. This new chapter is light. We’ve all been through a lot these past two years, and it’s been on a big scale.

There’s so much about the show that excites people.

I’ve always been hopeful we would come back…there was a point where Cynthia [Nixon] was like, ‘Just let it go, it’s fine,’ and I was always, ‘Of course it’s fine! I am not saying that I can’t exist if we don’t come back, but there is so much potential.’

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So, even if the world isn’t ready to break down these walls, which is, unfortunately, very true, we were ready.

We are ready! We were set on making this thing, and we know that people want to see this thing, and we know that, even if people don’t watch it, they will talk about it, which is a miracle when you think about it.”

It’s also very flattering that, after all these years, there are still a good amount of people who are watching it and an equally good amount of people heatedly debating it. We can’t redo it—you can never redo things—but you can update them.

No matter how it looks now, it was groundbreaking at the time. And now we’re in a different place. I don’t want to say it’s a second chance, but it’s a new growth and it’s the fans that have allowed that. The fact that we still are even talking about it...it’s amazing.”

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You’re going on 20-plus years from the first season. One would hope some things would change.

“It’s interesting because a show ends up getting frozen in time. Whether you’re watching the show for the tenth time or you’re just watching it for the first time, you’re still just watching a show. Either way, it’s

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“ I have some bad days; I have days where I literally want to put my face in a bowl of ice

amazing, but you must recognize the fact that these characters would have gone through a lot of stuff, and that’s an adjustment for everyone.”

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It must be strange for you to think that you’ve been part of this pop-culture phenomenon for so long.

“ It can be extremely stressful to be aging and to be continually compared to your much, much, much younger self.” feeling grounded, life experiences, and those wonderful things, but then there’s other stuff that’s stressful.

“Sometimes, we look at each other’s faces and we cannot believe we’ve been together since 1997. It’s not normal in our industry to have this longevity, and it’s very special.

I like to think there’s more to life than how we look, but it’s unavoidable in our culture that, as you age— especially as a woman—that how you look is a lot. It’s a whole, bigger cultural conversation we need to have, but, right now, it’s hard.

I can only speak for myself, but it can also be extremely stressful to be aging and to be compared to your much, much, much younger self. If I was from a regular life, I would feel fine; I would feel great! I’m healthy, I’m strong, I’ve got this little three-year-old son, and I carry him around and it’s all good—but, no, I’m on television, where every bit of my physical being is analyzed. That part was always very stressful and difficult for me, because, as much as I can look back on my life and think, ‘Oh, I looked great then,’ you never think that at the time. I guess no one does.

Personally, I have bad days; I have days where I literally want to put my face in a bowl of ice like Joan Crawford.

If we are on location, we are photographed from the time we get to work, all-day long, for 14 hours straight. And it is a bizarre thing, because that’s not my actual job and no one on the planet is going to look good for that long. You can’t sit still in the good light for 14 hours for the paparazzi!

You’re eating, you’re talking, you’re frowning, you might fall, all these things happen in a day, but they’re there to catch it. There’s going to be bad pictures, and they’re going to talk about them, and they’re going to discuss your hair, your face, your this and your that and that’s just how it is I guess…at least in this industry.

I also became famous when magazines were king, and every week there’d be an article saying I was ‘pear-shaped.’ That was difficult, and no amount of working out could change my shape or how those articles were written…they just loved to compare me to Sarah Jessica, who, at the same time, no matter what she did, was always going to be a very tiny thing.”

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Did everyone experience that?

“I can only speak for myself, but I don’t think Cynthia did. She’s very strong, and she is very grounded in her talent, but I’m less strong and I am less grounded in my talent. I also grew up feeling insecure about my body. I don’t know why, but I did.

One time, right when we started filming in the olden days, I was walking home from set and I stopped at the corner bodega to buy some M&M’s, which is my go-to stress food. I go to pay, and the woman behind the register said, ‘I can’t sell these to you.’

I thought she was going to say she was kidding, but she didn’t, so I left that bodega and went to the next bodega down the block, and I bought four big bags of M&M’s and I ate them all. It was just very stressful back in the day…we had the extreme body stress, but now we have the age stress. Both were, and are, very hard things to deal with.”

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We try to put each other up and say we’re not going to look at it and we try our best not to look at it, but it’s hard not to end up looking at it. I think you’re confronted with the fact that you can’t win. That’s my current feeling on the situation—you can only win in terms of how you feel with your own self. You can’t please everybody.”

Is one more difficult to deal with, compared to the other?

“I try to surround myself with people who are helpful and calm about it all. Michael is very, very calm about it all, and he’s very much, ‘Listen, none of us are not trying to look like we used to look.’ Charlotte still has her style that she had before, but now she’s 55, which we dealt with in the first episode and it’s an ongoing storyline. But, obviously, there’s a lot of other things that come with aging. Some are great, like wisdom,

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If you were able to give advice to your younger self, what would you say?

“Give up the stress! The stress is all simply wasted energy. Working out, doing yoga, walking, running or doing whatever you enjoy doing…all of that is health. At least for me, those have always been the things that work and the things that have brought me joy. There were times in my career where I worked out to lose weight for a part, and that’s a very non-healthy situation to be in—it is a situation that is not sustainable and not healthy and not enjoyable and not a way to live.

I was an early yoga practitioner before it took over the world. Thank goodness it did. Back then, people were like, ‘Oh my God, you do yoga, what a weird religion…’

I’m lucky that I found it, because it has been huge for me in terms of finding a center and finding what feels good to my body, which I think is the whole game.

I wish someone had been able to connect those pieces for me earlier…I wish I had been able to integrate those things at an earlier age and not wasted so much energy stressing out about everything else, which is so sad.

That’s what I feel like the young people are trying to do right now—and they’re doing a great job.”

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Solid Effort

Calling all blondes: Superzero Purple Perfection Conditioner Bar kicks brassy tones to the curb (it also works on white hair and highlights) with a plant-derived, deeply nourishing formula and subtle botanical scent.

“Superzero’s products are anhydrous and contain no or only negligible amounts of water,” says cofounder Dr. Conny Wittke. “One conditioner bar equals about two to three bottles of 8.4-ounce conditioner and saves approximately 16 ounces of water in the product itself, plus the water used in manufacturing oversized plastic bottles and the water used in making the energy and refining the fuels to transport oversized products.” $18, superzero.com

Water Waste

“While not the largest user of water, the beauty industry is a growing contributor to water waste,” says Dr. Wittke, noting that we’re so used to water “just coming out of the tap,” and therefore we use it abundantly.

“Water is ubiquitous in beauty formulations and typically the first—or one of the first—ingredients in bottled beauty products. Liquid shampoo, for example, usually contains 80 to 90 percent water, which doesn’t make much sense given that you have water in your shower. Plus, water in beauty formulations is the key reason why products have to be packaged in plastic bottles. In the U.S. alone, 552 million plastic shampoo bottles are being sold in the U.S. every year.”

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As the beauty industry’s eco efforts soar, these are key players in the next generation of waterless hair care. —Brittany Burhop Fallon

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Wet your hands in the shower to turn Klorane 2-in-1 Mask Shampoo Powder into a foamy emulsion that’s great for oily strands, as it combines three oil-reducing ingredients—organic nettle extract, glyceryl laurate and clay—to help extend each blowout.

“It is predicted by the World Health Organization that by 2025, with the world’s current rate of consumption, two-thirds of the world’s population may be facing water shortages,” says Jacqueline Flam Stokes, chief marketing officer of Pierre Fabre, Klorane’s parent company. “As a brand that is committed to protecting the environment, we wanted to provide a product to aide in water conservation.” $26, ulta.com

Pressure Wash

Patent-pending Everist Waterless Shampoo Concentrate is a first-ofits-kind, plant-based paste that is activated by water in the shower and leaves hair feeling super clean, but never stripped. It’s three times the concentration of liquid shampoo in a 3.4-ounce, recyclable aluminum tube that keeps a healthy planet in mind. $24, everist.com

Clean Slate

Banish excess oil and daily grime with SHAZ & KIKS Unearth Yourself Balancing Clay Hair Cleanser, which counts Multani Mitti—one of Earth’s natural purifiers used in ancient beauty rituals 2,000 years ago—as its star ingredient. “According to Statista, the average American uses six bottles of shampoo a year, and with 75-percent of those formulas being water, that is 99 million gallons of water a year that just the U.S. alone uses for shampoo,” says cofounder Kiku Chaudhuri. $42, shazandkiks.com

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From Jennifer Aniston’s brand LolaVie comes this vegan, multitasking Glossing Detangler, which is 99-percent naturally derived and swaps water for a more sustainable bamboo essence. “Bamboo shoots, stalks and leaves, which are naturally rich in minerals, including silica, are fermented and transformed into a powerful cosmetic material that also creates less waste,” says Ashley Glen, senior director of marketing at LolaVie. “This upcycled, isotonic byproduct minimizes the disruption of the osmotic balance in the scalp’s cells, whereas ordinary deionized water—typically the most utilized ingredient in beauty products—is hypotonic and can cause the scalp’s cells to swell.” $25, lolavie.com

Powder Puff

Mix fragrance-free Drybar One-Two Punch WaterActivated 2-in-1 Hair Wash with water in your hand to create a foamy paste that gently cleanses and conditions using moisturizing coconut milk, hydrating aloe leaf juice and antioxidant-rich strawberry seed oil. Plus, it’s TSA-friendly and great for leak-proof travel. $23, drybar.com

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Hair Story

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From well-curated statement pieces to some very specific direction from celebs themselves, hairstylists from the team at Mane Addicts share the inspiration and backstories on the boldest, biggest, most memorable and meaningful looks they’ve created. —Liz Ritter

“One of the most iconic looks I’ve ever done was the super long rope braid on Sofia Richie for her 21st birthday in Vegas. We wanted to do something polished but dramatic, and it went perfectly with the occasion and her outfit.

The pony was 60 inches!

Definitely a statement.”

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Sabrina Porsche “This idea came from the amazing Chris Appleton, who allowed me the opportunity to create the braided style on Jennifer Lopez.”

“The inspiration for Beyoncé’s look was Black culture. She loves braids, and she’s always on board for us to get as creative as we can get with them!”

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“This look is just classic Joan Collins. She wanted to feel like herself and she did just that!”

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Irinel de Leon “I did Sunisa Lee’s hair for the last Met Gala. We had some fun with it; I added tons of length and gold cording at the base of the ponytail. Her dress was very symmetrical, so I wanted to keep the pony polished and full, and have it move nicely on the carpet.

I ran all around New York to find the perfect gold accessories for the base.

I ended up finding this justright cording with mini gold balls at a ribbon store, which also had a specialty button section in the back, where I grabbed large gold buttons that matched the exact ones from her dress. I adorned it with cording by layers and three large gold buttons to the base of the pony as well!”

Emma Willis “As soon as I saw Giuliana’s dress for the Golden Globes this year, I knew the hair had to be up or off the neck area.

I didn’t think an updo was the right vibe, so we went with this faux bob, which was cute and fun, cool and stylish. She loved it.”

“JoJo Fletcher was wearing a top with ruffled edges for the show she’s hosting, which gave me the quick idea to create a ‘wave and texture’ wet look. It was a look that she’s never done before, and honestly, when I told her what I had in mind, she flat-out said: ‘No Emma; I’m going to look like a wet dog.’ But, after trusting me to do my thing, this was one of her absolute favorite looks.”

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by Danielle Fontana Dooley

As advancements in hair-care formulations soar, so does the list of activeinfused possibilities.

The Basics

Case in point: A hairstylist’s TikTok video explaining how to properly shampoo amassed almost two million views in a single month; searches for “scalp care” have skyrocketed year over year and innovative launches (many of them filled with ingredients you trust in your skin care) continue to line store shelves. To help cut through the clutter, we asked experts which trending actives are worth folding into your hair routine.

Celebrity colorist Aura Friedman says the majority of hair-care products typically follow the same general makeup: “Natural oils meant to soften the hair, proteins to strengthen, humectants to add moisture, and fatty alcohols such as cetearyl alcohol, to give emollience and conditioning properties to the hair,” she says. Some shampoos may also contain detergents such as sodium lauryl sulfate to remove dirt and oil.

Your Perfect Match

“Lather, rinse, repeat” was once a mundane part of daily hygiene, but with more time at home and a continued emphasis on all-things scalp care, the newfound self-care step has taken on more attention than ever.

Hair-care products can often be more formulation-driven than ingredient-driven, says organic hair and skin care creator Josh Rosebrook, meaning a test-drive is necessary before finding your hair’s best match. To assist in the dating game, he offers up a piece of helpful match-making advice: “Choose your shampoo according to your scalp type, or how balanced to oily your scalp is, and choose your conditioner according to how balanced to dry your hair shaft is.”

Ingredients to Avoid

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“Glycerin helps to make products smoother, a little oilier and makes it a little easier to apply to the scalp,” says New York dermatologist Orit Markowitz, MD of the common humectant add. “Some hair-care products also contain vitamins, but their absorption rate is unknown.”

The list may forever be in flux, but there are a handful of ingredients hair experts agree should stay off your strands. Among them, according to Friedman: Sulfates, which can be drying, cause color-stripping and breakage; parabens, which are said to have an effect on hormone levels; and silicones, which are known to build up on strands over time and prevent moisture from entering the hair.

The It List Trending ingredients to know about.

Rosemary may currently be trending, but Dr. Markowitz says the herb definitely holds its weight in the hair-care space, and is one she is starting to see more often. “Healthy, natural and anti-inflammatory ingredients such as rosemary and safflower oil can help calm inflammation and promote hair growth,” she says of the no-brainer addition to any hair-care regimen, especially if a compromised scalp and thinning hair hit close to home.

Vitamin C

Similar to its role in skin care, topical vitamin C has been found to combat oxidative damage and dullness when used on the hair. Found in dpHUE’s Brightening Powder, brand cofounder and celebrity colorist Justin Anderson says he chose the ingredient to restore vibrancy and health to the hair. “We found that adding vitamin C in our formula, alongside a natural chelating agent, was an absolute game-changer,” he says. According to Dr. Markowitz, vitamin C may also play a role in keeping the dermis of the scalp rejuvenated thanks to less oxidative damage.

Topical vitamin C has been found to combat oxidative damage in hair.

Rice Water

According to Spate, online searches for rice water have grown more than 10.2 percent in the past year alone.

The reason, says Briogeo CEO and founder Nancy Twine, boils down to our hair’s make up. Because hair is made up of mostly keratin, Twine says naturally occurring proteins are already present in each strand.

“However, these proteins and bonds degrade over time, especially with frequent heat styling, chemical processing, or hair-coloring.” Rice water, found in Briogeo’s latest, most-potent-yet treatment, is filled with strengthening nutrients that help restore withered bonds, reverse damage and boost shine.

Hyaluronic Acid

We’re no stranger to skin-care favorite hyaluronic acid, but the moisture-binding ingredient also offers promising benefits when applied on the hair and scalp (you might see it appear as sodium hyaluronate on your hair-care products). “Hyaluronic acid is a humectant, which means hydration occurs by drawing out surface moisture from within,” says Dr. Markowitz. While there’s no moisture inside a hair follicle that would be

drawn to the surface, Dr. Markowitz says when applied to the scalp, the acid may help hydrate and prevent dryness as it would any other skin surface for a healthier crown.

Peptides

Known for their healing abilities, Friedman says peptide-infused formulas are your hair’s best friend when dealing with hair breakage, especially from too much hair color.

“Try to avoid any ingredients that will be drying to the hair, such as sulfates, which can actually cause more breakage,” she says. “Look for strengthening ingredients such as proteins and peptides,” which work within the hair shaft to repair bonds.

Salicylic Acid

Zinc pyrithione may be the goldstandard for busting dandruff, but salicylic acid is making waves in the oil-balancing, flake-reducing game, too. Dr. Markowitz says the acid “helps remove buildup on the scalp,” and even helps with mild scales and itching. The reliable acid also helps to bring the scalp’s natural exfoliation levels back to a healthy baseline.

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BEST FOR:

Frizzy Hair

Plant Oils

“Oils like marula, jojoba, tamanu, hemp seed, apricot, and shea are incredible for coarse texture,” says Rosebrook.

ONE TO TRY: The multitasking René Furterer STYLE Air Dry Cream fuses moisture into parched strand while protecting against humidityinduced frizz. $30, renefurtererusa.com BEST FOR:

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Ideal for ushering in boosted hydration, plus improved hair and scalp health.

ONE TO TRY: Dr. Barbara Sturm Super Anti-Aging Scalp Serum is a leave-on treatment brimming with hyaluronic acid and natural extracts for comprehensive scalp care. $100, drsturm.com

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Friedman says this ingredient duo helps nurse fried strands back to health. Rosebrook also suggests focusing on amino acids and proteins to “soften and protect strands.”

ONE TO TRY: K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Treatment is a foolproof option Friedman says offers “incredible results after just one use.” $75, k18hair.com

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Hyaluronic Acid

Peptides + Proteins

When serious hair regrowth is needed, minoxidil offers proven results.

ONE TO TRY: Apply Head & Shoulders Scalp X Regrowth Treatment for Women With Minoxidil to strands daily to curb future hair thinning and stimulate current growth. $45 for three, headandshoulders.com

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A must for rinsing the scalp of gunk and buildup (read: too much dry shampoo).

ONE TO TRY: Sugar and ACV exfoliate in Sun Bum Revitalizing Detox Scalp Scrub while blue agave and banana hydrate for squeaky-clean, soft strands. $15, sunbum.com

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For turning the lights back on in lackluster hair color.

ONE TO TRY: dpHUE Brightening Powder, a fiveminute in-shower treatment that promises to extract metals and minerals for just-left-thesalon color. $30 for six, dphue.com

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Rosemary Rice Water

Like strength training for your hair cuticle.

ONE TO TRY: Briogeo Don’t Despair, Repair!

MegaStrength+ Rice Water Protein + Moisture Strengthening Treatment is a dualchamber leave-in that’s proven to strengthen hair up to two times after one use. $42, briogeo.com

A natural option great for quieting sensitivity, revving up slowed circulation and encouraging thicker strands.

ONE TO TRY: A few pumps of Aveda Invati Advanced Thickening Foam sinks right into strands and gets to work in the hairthickening department as you style. $35, aveda.com

Salicylic Acid

A go-to for gentle exfoliation and scalpbalancing action.

ONE TO TRY: Kèrastase Specifique Bain Divalent Balancing Shampoo offers relief for those with oily roots and dry ends with a blend of nourishing ingredients. $35, kerastase-usa.com

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High-tech tools that deliver results at home

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How to best address aging-eye concerns

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Tech Talk If a busy schedule keeps you out of the doctor’s office, or the goal is to maintain your professional results at home, these high-tech devices have you covered. —Brittany Burhop Fallon

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What it is: “At-home radio-frequency

(RF) devices use low-energy radiation, which heats the dermis, the deepest layer of the skin, to stimulate the production of collagen, which can improve wrinkles,” explains New York dermatologist Marina Peredo, MD. “In-office radio frequency is more powerful, and therefore produces more significant results, but at-home devices are much more affordable. Either way, I like to think of them as an add-on to a professional treatment.”

Ultrasound What it is: These tools typically

feature “low-energy unfocused ultrasound that gently heats the skin tissue, which may boost the permeability of topical products,” says Delray Beach, FL dermatologist Dr. Janet Allenby. In-office Ultherapy typically comes to mind when thinking of ultrasound treatments, but Dr. Allenby says that is different because it “utilizes high-energy focused ultrasound wavelengths that create a lot more heat with every pulse and can improve skin tightening. DIY versions may be helpful on a smaller scale if used consistently and may encourage a better skin-care routine.”

One to try: Two power-packed technologies in a lightweight device, TriPollar STOP Vx delivers both radio frequency and electric vibration (ELV) to heat the dermis and stimulate collagen synthesis—it’s one of the best-selling tools in Asia and is finally available here. Use it two to three times a week to treat fine-to-moderate wrinkles in eight to 12 weeks. $629, saks.com +

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Mid-Frequency Interval Pulse (MFIP) What it is: For those with lax

skin, particularly along the jawline and midface—deflated cheeks are a common sign of aging due to volume loss—MFIP is intermittent electrical pulses that stimulate muscle to help tone and lift skin.

Dr. Peredo says, “Some of these devices are very intense and should not be used more than once a week.”

One to try: The OLURA Eno Device

features a patented dual-head design that allows for facial-like results at home. On one end, a gentle ultrasonic exfoliating spatula helps clear clogged pores and remove dull, dead skin; on the other, an ultrasonic massage tool pulses 350,000 times per second to spike blood flow, pep up lax areas and infuse topicals into skin. $185, olura.us

Some of the benefits mentioned in this story are actively under scientific review for effectiveness.

One to try: Dr Arrivo Zeus II administers a combination of the brand’s patented Ultra Pulse and MFIP technologies through nine supercharged electrodes and a freely moving head that easily treats every part of the face.

Collagen and elastin production and blood circulation are kickstarted—hello instant glow— and skin looks younger and healthier with continued use. $1,555, us.currentbody.com

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Microneedling

What it is: Light therapy has been

used for years in dermatology, says Dr. Allenby. “Certain wavelengths of light, such as blue and red, can trigger certain biological effects in the skin that are specific to those wavelengths.”

According to Marino, “red light stimulates the collagen production for plumper, more youthful skin, and blue light combats acne by killing bacteria, reducing inflammation and slowing down oil production. And, when blue and red light are used in tandem, it can be even better for acne because red LED is extra healing.” Pro tip: Consistency is key. “I think the biggest limitation is that people buy these with good intentions of using them, but they get bored after a couple weeks and give up,” Dr. Allenby says.

“But, those who are diligent may very well get good results.”

What it is: Think of microneedling

like aerating a lawn: Just like the soil gets perforated to allow nutrients to enter the grass, tiny needles create microinjuries in the skin, which boosts collagen and lets skin-care ingredients penetrate further. “The body’s woundhealing response can be very effective in aiding this collagen uptick, leading to improvement in fine lines, large pores, acne scars and other texture issues,” says celebrity aesthetician Candace Marino. Though at-home microneedling rollers are not the same as what’s used in-office and offer some safety risks if not used correctly (many skin-care pros aren’t fans of DIY microneedling for this reason), they can render benefits.

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Microcurrent

What it is: “Microcurrent energy stimulates the muscles in the face using a small electrical current for a tightening and contouring effect,” Dr. Peredo says. “Cellular activity is also increased, which can diminish the appearance of wrinkles.” On clean, bare skin, apply the gel that comes with the device—it’s usually conductive, meaning it contains ions that allow the microcurrent to flow through them— and then glide the device over your face using light-to-medium pressure (YouTube tutorials can help). Dr. Peredo recommends doing a treatment at least two times a week, “as results tend to fade quickly if you stop.”

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One to try: Apply a pea-size

amount of the included Lifting Gel to each probe on the Trophy Skin RejuvatoneMD Microcurrent Facial Toning System and then choose between two modes: Lifting or Toning.

After one five-minute treatment per day, skin looks noticeably firmer, and results get even better if you stick to a routine. $199, trophyskin.com

One to try: Developed by an

aesthetician, the StackedSkincare MicroNeedling Skin Refining Tool offers a safe and effective way to roll your way to better skin at home. Not only does it prepare the skin for better absorption of active ingredients, but it also increases cell turnover to give the skin a more youthful appearance over time. $95, stackedskincare.com

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One to try: For stubborn breakouts,

FDA-cleared and easy-to-use Omnilux CLEAR is the only at-home LED mask that’s proven to significantly reduce or get rid of acne. A blend of red and blue light transmits blemish-busting action in just four 10-minute sessions per week. $395, omniluxled.com

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“Products containing humectants generally work especially well if applied on damp skin or skin misted with water, which they cling to,” says Dr. Hausauer.

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by Brittany Burhop Fallon

URIZER In a well-balanced skin-care regimen—cleanse, treat, moisturize, protect—moisturizer is essential for a healthy complexion. But, do you really know what’s in the cream that’s responsible for all that youthful quenching and plumping, and which formulation is best for your skin type? We investigate.

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Formula Facts

There are three main categories of ingredients that make up a moisturizer: humectant, emollient and occlusive. “Some of these ingredients actually overlap and work in more than one way to keep skin hydrated,” says San Francisco dermatologist Amelia Hausauer, MD. A good rule of thumb to remember: After cleansing, always apply skincare products thinnest to thickest, with the exception of SPF, which should be last. Here’s the breakdown.

01 / Humectants According to cosmetic chemist Krupa Koestline, humectants are hydrophilic (water-loving) ingredients that work by attracting moisture to the stratum corneum, or the outermost layer of the epidermis. Think of them like a magnet: they draw water into the skin and hold it there for temporary hydrating and plumping that may make lines and wrinkles look smoother.

“They’re known for their ability to retain moisture, but not all humectants work via the same mechanism,” says Dr. Hausauer. “Some supply moisture, like glycerin, sorbitol, aloe vera, honey, and hyaluronic acid, which holds 1,000 times its weight in water and is partially responsible for hydrating the deeper part of the skin called the

dermis. It’s also why hyaluronic acid fillers can swell in the face after injections.” Others, such as lactic acid and urea, help shed dead skin cells first, then even out moisture levels.

It’s important to note that humectants can also work against you in the wrong environment. “When the air is drier and less humid, like in desert climates, humectants can pull too much water from the lower layers in the skin,” says celebrity aesthetician Nerida Joy. “This can actually age the skin faster.

In these climates, I recommend using more occlusive products, especially for those with combination/dry skin.”

(More on occlusives on the next page.)

Many skin-care pros agree that a good moisturizer should contain all three of these ingredient types to deliver optimal results.

“Emollients can function as humectants or occlusives—they are not an exclusive category,” explains Koestline, noting that their main function is to improve skin’s smoothness and appearance.

“They are generally grouped by how they spread on the skin and can be combined with different humectants and occlusives to produce a certain feel on the skin.”

Omaha, NE dermatologist Joel Schlessinger, MD describes them as moisturizing agents that soften and smooth by filling in the cracks between dead skin cells (signs of a damaged skin barrier). For this reason, they’re particularly good for irritated, sensitive, inflamed, or reactive skin, though all skin types can use them.

“Some popular emollients are squalane, dimethicone, ceramides, lipids, fatty acids, butters, and colloidal oatmeal,” Dr. Schlessinger says. Oils are also emollients, and Joy says some are comedogenic and may clog pores, like coconut oil— be aware if you’re breakout-prone— whereas others are noncomedogenic, like squalane. Another ingredient commonly used in moisturizers is panthenol (or provitamin B5), which Dr. Hausauer notes is unique because it functions as both a humectant and emollient in one.

03 / Occlusives

The opposite of humectants, occlusives are hydrophobic (oil-loving) and don’t hydrate on their own, but rather create a physical barrier on the surface of the skin to help reduce water loss (think balms and ointments). “These are the heaviest and stickiest end of the spectrum,” Dr. Hausauer says. “Because they form a seal, these should always be the last step in a skin-care regimen.” The K-beauty “slugging” trend brought this category into the limelight and is based on the idea of coating your face with a thin layer of an occlusive moisturizer like petrolatum (Vaseline)— hence skin looks like a slimy slug—to lock in moisture when skin is very dry.

“In general, occlusives are best for severely dry or eczema-prone skin, or those healing from ablative procedures like a laser or chemical peel,” adds Dr. Schlessinger.

Other examples of the ingredient include, lanolin, beeswax, olive oil, mineral oil, and dimethicone and other silicones. “Although silicones can be considered occlusive, they evaporate quickly without penetrating

the lining of a pore,” Joy explains.

“Their molecular fiber structure is loose, which enables skin to still ‘breathe’ without clogged pores, and therefore they can be used in formulas for combination and oily skin types.”

Last year, “ultra” moisturizers were trending big, like Olay’s Ultra-Rich Regenerist and Farmacy’s Honey Halo that have a super thick consistency almost like butter and melt into dry skin. “These get their texture from the high concentration of occlusives like vegetable oil, shea butter and paraffin, which allow them to glide onto skin, feel richer and provide long-term moisturization,” says Koestline.

What about moisturizers with SPF?

“I don’t mind them, but I always recommend applying a separate sunscreen on top because we rarely use enough moisturizer to provide adequate protection— two finger lengths or a nickel-size for the face,” says Dr. Hausauer.

“And oftentimes, the SPF in combination products is lower than 30.”

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Many skin-care professionals agree that a good moisturizer should contain all three of these ingredient types in balanced amounts to create a synergistic effect and deliver optimal results.

“Though there are exceptions to the rule, as some gel or oil-free moisturizers might do without an occlusive agent in order to create a more appealing texture for an oily or acne-prone skin type,” Koestline explains. “It’s important to remember that our skin’s outer layer is made up of a phospholipid bilayer, so just using occlusives or humectants will not cut it. It’s best to use a balanced approach to moisturize skin effectively.”

As Dr. Hausauer notes, it usually comes down to skin type. “Those with dry and sensitive skin want something that will soften the outer layer and restore its structure—an emollient—while also having something that will lock in that moisture, like an occlusive. In contrast, oily or acne-prone skin may prefer lessocclusive ingredients, not because they inherently cause breakouts—petrolatum is actually noncomedogenic—but because they do not let the skin breathe and trap natural oils underneath, making skin more likely to breakout.”

Where you live plays a role as well, says Joy. “Someone in a humid environment like Florida may find a humectant-only product to be perfect, whereas someone with drier, more mature skin living in the desert would typically benefit from both an occlusive moisturizer and an emollient product to keep their skin youthful and healthy.”

FOR POST-PROCEDURE SKIN

FOR SENSITIVE SKIN

Made for compromised skin, such as after an in-office treatment like microneedling, Alastin Ultra Light Moisturizer includes ceramides, panthenol and anti-inflammatories, and feels richly hydrating without a heavy texture. $72, alastin.com

FOR ACNE-PRONE SKIN

The mix of four types of hyaluronic acid, glycerin, squalane, oils, and shea butter make HydroPeptide Power Luxe Hydra-Rich Infusion Cream a luxurious nighttime treat for parched skin. $148, hydropeptide.com

Oil-free La Roche-Posay Toleriane Double Repair Face Moisturizer tops many derm’s lists because it uses ceramides to prevent moisture loss and glycerin to attract water to the skin’s surface. $20, ulta.com

FOR DRY SKIN

We love the light, refreshing feeling of DERMALA OAT So Sweet Daily Moisturizer, which instantly calms stressed skin while banishing acnecausing bacteria. $40, dermala.com

FOR AGING SKIN

FOR OILY/COMBO SKIN

Powered by 16 vitamin-rich greens and superfoods, including hyaluronic acid and oil-busting tulsi extract, Odacite Green Smoothie Quenching Crème locks in weightless moisture with zero greasiness. $68, odacite.com

Founder Hillary Peterson calls her new True Botanicals Chebula Extreme Cream “an anti-aging triple threat,” as it delivers extreme moisture and skin barrier optimization with humectants, emollients and occlusives. $110, truebotanicals.com

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high &tight

by Tatiana Bido

If pulling your facial skin upward makes you look significantly younger, it might be a sign: “Place two fingers on each side of your face and lift the skin up.

If you see a noticeable improvement, then you could benefit from some type of lift,” says Short Hills, NJ facial plastic surgeon Alexander Ovchinsky, MD. While the effects of aging can be a real downer, these trending makeup, skin-care and cosmetic fixes can help our faces defy gravity.

Last year, our appearance quickly became our hottest commodity thanks to today’s digital renaissance. In this virtually-driven world, there’s an increased interest in the ways we can look better on the other side of the screen. The good news is, you don’t have to go the full Monty to rejuvenate and restore your face, as makeup techniques and skin firming treatments prove, you can do more with less.

According to the pros, these tried-and-true methods give the face an instantly lifted look.

Contouring was once synonymous with facial slimming, but applying it higher brings the focus to the upper third of the face says celebrity makeup artist D’Andre Michael. “The idea is to lift, so begin between the outer edge of your eye and your ear, slightly above the hollow of your cheekbones and always blend up,” he explains. The same goes for blush. “Apply it right above the contour. Start at the apple of the cheeks, towards the cheekbone and blend, blend, blend upwards.”

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Eyes

Makeup Moves

Longer eyebrows can visually pull the face down, says founder and CEO of Anastasia Beverly Hills Anastasia Soare.

“Eyebrows should end where the corner of the nostril connects with the outer corner of the eye,” she explains. “If you’re trying to offset fine lines or drooping eyes, make your eyebrow a little shorter by 1-2mm.” Next, Soare says to create a bigger lift at the arch, filling out more above than below. “Then, lower the inner portion of the eyebrow, which will work to create a greater arch and greater lift.”

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Celebrity makeup artist Sandy Linter relies on strategic liner placement to anti-age the eye area. “Start lining at the ends and tweak your eyeliner upward,” she advises. “Don't stop at the end of your eye but keep the line moving up and continue to tweak higher using a pointed Q-tip or an angled brush.”

For even more of a lifting effect, Michael says to highlight along the brow bone and use concealer at the corner of the eyes: “This will widen them and keep the focus up top.”

$1.9B According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, almost $1.9 billion of the $16.7 billion Americans spent on cosmetic procedures in 2020 were spent on facelifts.

The Lower Lift

To tighten skin, energy-based tighteners that are either ultrasound or radio-frequency based will heat up the tissue, causing it to contract.

“These work by delivering various modes of energy into the soft tissues to stimulate collagen production, which in turn provides a firming effect,” says Dr. Ovchinsky.

“Ultherapy, ThermiTight and RF Microneedling such as Morpheus8 can help improve skin laxity.” Skin tighteners can help the appropriate patient, but efficacy and longevity can be unpredictable.

“Women over 40 are interested in preventing sagging in the brow and lower face,” says New York facial plastic surgeon Lee Ann M. Klausner, MD. “Sofwave is a newer generation of ultrasound that is faster, more efficient, can be customized and allows patients to immediately return to their normal activities.”

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Denver facial plastic surgeon Brent J. Smith, MD performed a cheek and neck mini-lift and an ablative CO2 laser-resurfacing treatment to give this 69-year-old patient a youthful look.

Thread Lifts

Thread lifts are another nonsurgical option for tightening sagging in certain areas of the face, but results are subtle, temporary and repeated maintenance is needed. “Thread lifts use special barbed sutures to reposition mildly sagging skin and soft tissues in order to improve facial contour,” Dr. Ovchinsky explains.

To get the ‘appropriate form,’ as Dr. Byun says, a lower facelift that lifts the lower two thirds of the face may be a good option for tightening, jowl correction and neck and jawline improvement. “However, a more extensive surgery, like a deep plane facelift, will not only tighten the face and neck but also revolumize the midface as it repositions the droopy malar soft tissues and malar fat pad higher up,” adds Dr. Ovchinsky.

The “Liquid Facelift”

Not to be confused with an actual facelift, this nonsurgical treatment uses a combination of injectables— like wrinkle relaxing neurotoxins Botox Cosmetic, Xeomin, Dysport and Jeuveau, and various volumizing treatments like Restylane, Juvéderm and RHA fillers—to reduce minor sagging and restore lost volume.

While not appropriate for everyone, especially patients with significant laxity, it can address a variety of facial concerns in one sitting. “It not only softens lines and diminishes nasolabial folds, it also corrects sunken-in under-eyes, smooths the forehead, lifts the brow, adds volume to the cheeks and reduces the look of jowling,” says Wayne, NJ facial plastic surgeon Jeffrey B. Wise, MD. “It’s quick and serves as a preview of what it could look like if you went the more invasive route down the road.”

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Minimal skin-tightening treatments are OK says Chicago plastic surgeon Michael Byun, MD, but repeated nonsurgical procedures that heat the tissue may cause concern over time instead of improvement. “It’s like taking a gift box that has been bent and heating up the cellophane wrapping paper without restoring the shape of the box itself,” describes the surgeon. “Yes, the cellophane will shrink and contract, but it will not maintain the appropriate form.”

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To give this 50-year-old patient a younger look, Dr. Summers combined his facelift technique with buccal fat pad removal and micro-liposuction to contour her lower face.

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Other Lifts

Dr. Byun says, when his patients are ready to “repair their system,” he performs a “mid-face muscle lift” in which he uses an endoscope to reposition muscles back to their original site. “Essentially, I’m making their face appear smaller, like how it was when they were younger.”

“As we age, we lose facial fat, bone density, and our ligaments and tissues loosen,” says Glen Burnie, MD plastic surgeon Adam Summers, MD. “A typical facelift repairs the ligaments by relocating the tissues while the skin is brought along for the ride. I developed a technique that reduces how skin is pulled during surgery by repairing the ligaments with permanent sutures that hold up the tissues so there’s never any tension on the skin.”

“There is no one universal facelift that can produce a good result in every patient. The procedure needs to be individualized to get the best result,” says La Jolla, CA plastic surgeon Robert Singer, MD. “All facelifts that address the deeper tissue can improve the midface.”

Press 4-6 drops into the skin or use a facial tool to deliver Allies of Skin CE15 Bakuchiol Firming Oil’s skin smoothing benefits thanks to vitamin C, vitamin E, bakuchiol and CoQ10. $145, us.allies.shop Linter says makeup artists’ secret red-carpet trick is face and neck tape. The only one she recommends is Mark Traynor The Face Lift Kit, which includes a face string, two neck strings and the brand’s Invisitape, which has been helping pull together starlets since 1969. $20, alconemakeup.com Target the brows, under eyes, cheeks forehead and jawline in just five minutes with FaceGym’s Pure Lift Face device which delivers patented electrical impulses to visibly lift and tone. $520, facegym.com

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Not since America’s Next Top Model has one’s ability to smize held this much weight.

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Uneven Eyelids T H E C A U S E : From birth, everyone

Year over year of aesthetic data shows tweaking our eyes—through surgery, injections, energy-based treatments and eye creams—is a top priority. It’s easy to see why, with eyes serving as windows to the soul. Factor in pandemic-era considerations, including eyes-only exposure when making face-to-face contact and countless Zoom meetings, and the condition of skin around our eyes suddenly comes into razor-sharp focus.

How to best address drooping eyelids, fallen browlines, and hollowed or puffy skin? As the experts share, the optics have never been better.

has some degree of asymmetry between eyelid creases, says Woodbury, NY oculoplastic surgeon David Schlessinger, MD, though the aging process can make these differences more pronounced.

While less common, some cases of asymmetrical creases are caused by ptosis, trauma and eyelid surgery.

T H E F I X : “For actual crease differences

I think surgery is the best solution,” says Dr. Schlessinger. According to the surgeon, eyelid crease revision is the best option to address an imbalance from one eyelid crease to the next, correct outcomes of a previous eyelid surgery, or to create a double fold, when desired. “During the procedure, extra skin is removed and then sewn in a specific way to form an adhesion between the skin and the underlying muscle and create a new crease in the desired location,” notes Dr. Schlessinger.

Results are typically permanent with minimal downtime: “Sutures are left in place for about a week. Patients can return to normal work afterwards.”

B E F O R E

A F T E R

This 66-year-old patient was unhappy with upper-eye hooding and under-eye bags. She sought Tampa, FL oculoplastic surgeon Jasmine Mohadjer, MD for an upper and lower blepharoplasty and laser treatment.

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Dr. Schlessinger performed an upper blepharoplasty and ptosis repair to address this 56-year-old patient’s drooping eyelids.

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T H E C A U S E : Known as blepharoptosis,

the fall of upper eyelids is commonly due to genetics and aging, though as New York oculoplastic surgeon Irene Gladstein, MD points out, this phenomenon can also occur as a sign of disease in the body, so it’s important that physicians look for and medically manage these causes before applying aesthetic solutions.

T H E F I X : After ruling out underlying health issues, doctors may suggest a blepharoplasty, in which excess skin, muscle, and fat are removed and reshaped in order to give eyelids a lifted effect. If the dropping lids are connected to muscle ptosis (or the change in a muscle of the upper eyelid) nonsurgical options can also be explored. “Upneeq [an eye drop that can raise eyelids for up to six hours] is best used for patients with mild cases of acquired ptosis,” says Dr. Gladstein. “It’s a good alternative for those who are not yet ready for surgery.”

Those with mild eyelid hooding can also benefit from Plasma Pen skin-tightening (although long-term evidence is needed).

“Only trained eye professionals are able to approach the delicate skin around the eye with the needed knowledge and expertise,” she explains.

T H E C A U S E : Aging and lifestyle choices like smoking and sun exposure.

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Using neurotoxin and filler, Dr. Fagien smoothed the fine lines and wrinkles around this patient’s eyes.

T H E F I X : Blepharoplasty

effectively smooths fine lines. But for a noninvasive way to tighten skin around the delicate eye area, Greenwich, CT dermatologist Lynne Haven, MD favors the resurfacing power of Thermage. “It is FDA cleared for the eyelids, is very safe, requires no downtime, and gives natural-looking results because it uses your body’s own collagen to do the tightening,” she says. Although more data is needed, Dr. Haven also has her eye on a recently FDA-cleared, but not yet commercially available, needling technology called micro-coring for tightening skin nonsurgically.

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Lower Eye Bags T H E C A U S E : Bags below the eyes are typically hereditary, but can be spurred by conditions that cause swelling, such as allergies, notes Dr. Mohadjer. Lifestyle choices, like excessive sun exposure, alcohol consumption and smoking can also intensify the formation of these bags.

As the delicate skin under the eyes loosens with age and as fascia thins, the fatty tissue that normally resides behind the eye can come forward, causing puffy bags. In other cases, bags can form as a result of poor filler placement.

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who don’t show swelling, the appearance and texture of under-eye bags can be improved with fillers and lasers, Dr. Mohadjer says. Otherwise, surgery where extra fat is removed and repositioned from the inside of the lower eyelid can deflate bags—for a time, anyway.

“Patients can redevelop bags in about 15 years or sooner with excessive smoking, drinking or sun exposure, allergies or certain medications,” she says, noting that surgery alone will not improve fluid retention. “Lasers can help tighten collagen and are good options for patients who tend to swell and have fluid retention concurrently.”

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Like all aesthetic surgeries, there are a variety of techniques available, stresses La Jolla, CA plastic surgeon Robert Singer, MD. “The best option in any patient depends on accurately assessing the underlying anatomical cause of the problem and utilizing the most appropriate treatment depending on desired outcome and realistic expectations.”

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A F T E R

To treat this 69-year-old patient’s lower eye bags, Baton Rouge, LA dermatologist Ann C. Zedlitz, MD combined Ultherapy with Restylane injections in the tear troughs.

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THE CONCERN:

Falling Brows T H E C A U S E : It’s natural for the browline to fall with age (though the effect can be more drastic in some, depending on genetics).

However, New York plastic surgeon Mokhtar Asaadi, MD says a drooping of the brow can also occur as a result of poorly executed neurotoxin injections.

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Dr. Asaadi rejuvenated this 55-year-old patient’s eyes with a minimally invasive browlift, an upper eyelid lift and under-eye filler.

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a handful of operative techniques to draw from in order to lift the brow for natural results to best fit any brow and face shape.

Because of this, selection of a doctor with training and expertise in brow and eye procedures is key: the removal of excess skin can create tension that can lead to baldness along the hairline; taking too much skin elsewhere can result in an empty and aged look; raising the medial part of the brow (and its depressor muscle) can cause the eyebrow to look excessively wide.

“This can result in a very unnatural look in which the patient appears to be surprised all the time,” Dr. Asaadi explains. For those looking for a lift without going under the knife, a small amount of neurotoxin expertly placed in the muscle can bring the tail of the brow down, while muscles of the forehead work to give a lifted look.

THE CONCERN:

Under-Eye Hollows

T H E C A U S E : As we age

we lose bone density and tissue volume around the eyes. For reasons still unknown, we begin to lose some of the fat in our face beginning in our late twenties, and it’s this fat that helps make the lower eyelid and cheek appear full and seamless in our youth. “The fat loss in this area manifests itself as a distinct separation between the eyelid and the cheek,” Campbell, CA plastic surgeon R. Laurence Berkowitz, MD says. “This loss of fat around the orbit often gives the fat pads within the orbit a bulging appearance, which can create a sunken look.”

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T H E F I X : “Fillers are best suited for younger patients with thicker skin, good skin reflectivity, a small degree of contour disparity, and a shadow,” says Boca Raton, FL oculoplastic surgeon Steven Fagien, MD. While not FDA-approved, mirconeedling with PRP injections in the periorbital area may also help address hollowness in younger patients, says Delray Beach, FL dermatologist Francesca Lewis, MD. But in most cases, Drs. Fagien and Berkowitz suggest surgery for best results. Meanwhile, Dr. Berkowitz considers fat transfer the gold standard.

“In my opinion, ‘like should be replaced with like’ and autologous fat is the preferred substance to restore youth.”

A F T E R

Dr. Gladstein contoured this patient’s under-eye area with Belotero Balance injections using a cannula technique.

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A lipid-rich gel that fortifies the skin barrier and delicate area around the eyes, Hourglass Cosmetics Equilibrium Instant Plumping Eye Mask is a fast-acting treatment that can be used alone or before makeup for a plumping effect. $68, hourglasscosmetics.com

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Dual chambers in Clarins Double Serum Eye dispense 2/3 water-based ingredients and 1/3 gel, which combine plant-based caffeine and vegetable squalane, among other ingredients to address dark circles and quench dry skin. $79, clarins.com

Its ability to produce collagen and hold moisture (thanks to sodium hyaluronate and glycerin) is what makes Clinique Smart Clinical Repair Wrinkle Correcting Eye Cream a one-stop shop for brightness and bounce. $55, clinique.com

Made to reduce puffiness and fine lines, Dermalogica Awaken Peptide Eye Gel is a tetrapeptide and caffeine-charged serum that hydrates as it firms. $56, dermalogica.com

TROY HALLAHAN

To address dyspigmentation around the delicate eye, Dr. Lewis recommends lower doses of powerhouse ingredients (like vitamin C, kojic acid and retinol).

Summer Fridays Light Aura Vitamin C + Peptide Eye Cream spikes its peptide blend with a hit of vitamin C, plus caffeine to reduce puffiness. $42, summerfridays.com

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, country singer–songwriter Kelsea Ballerini has already earned two Grammy nd two ACM awards, and is currently the youngest member of the Grand Ole d a demanding tour schedule, Ballerini makes time to treat her skin. “It’s a bit I used to just cover it up with a lot of thick makeup, but now I focus more on keeping it healthy and protected.” —Danielle Fontana Dooley

He’s an icon, he’s a legend, and he is having a moment. Jonathan Van Ness stole our collective hearts in his turn as host of Netflix’s Queer Eye and on his podcast Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness. With every jovial flip of his luscious locks, the actor, activist and newly minted comedian radiates pure happiness.

Now that he has our attention, the 34-year-old grooming guru is also coming for our hair.

With a new line of JVN hair-care products, formulated with plant-based ingredient

“I used to really not care about my skin-care routine, and then I turned 25 and realized I should probably start wearing sunscreen.

I’m pretty crazy about my skin now.”

What is the best beauty tip you’d give a young JVN?

INSTRAGRAM

What is one hair trend that should have never been?

“Cap highlights. I know because I had a phase.”

What are three glam must-haves you can’t live without?

What should everyone be doing, or not doing, with their hair?

“Don’t overwash. It strips hair of its natural oils that keep it healthy and shiny. A lot of people cleanse their hair daily when they don’t need to.

When you do wash, give your scalp some extra TLC with a treatment or a little scalp massage to boost circulation. For long hair, try pulling it into a loose topknot while you sleep. This will keep your ends away from—hopefully—eight hours of friction and body heat at night.

And, of course, weekly masking is always a win.”

“Easy: sunscreen, a toothbrush and a hair mask. SPF, oral care and a moisturizing mask are non-negotiable!”

What do you consider a good hair day?

“A day where you feel beautiful and didn’t have to spend too much time fighting your hair to get it looking good.”

What if styling your own hair doesn’t come naturally?

“It’s really all about practice. It wasn’t until I started hair school that I learned how to better style my own hair, but that was because of the repetition. You don’t literally have to go to hair school to have great hair. There are so many great resources, like YouTube and social media, that can help you learn.

Also, finding the right products that enhance your texture or help you achieve the style you’re looking for is so, so helpful for your journey. When I first grew my hair out in my early 20s, it took me about 45 minutes to fully style it. Now, it never takes me more than about 25 minutes. Everyone learns at their own pace, so just enjoy the ride and love the hair you have. There’s no such thing as bad hair!”

JVN at 19 before he gave himself his own Queer Eye–style makeover by growing out his famous mane.

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In the history of summer Fridays, having an early calltime for a photo shoot doesn’t necessarily hit the top of the wish list, especially when the number of oh-so-sweet weekend segues that remain can be counted on one hand.

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“I don’t like to feel confined to a certain look,” says Palermo. “Your makeup really changes depending on the message you’re trying to

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I also go to aestheticians—111Skin in London and Joanna Vargas in New York. Maintaining those facials is very important, but it’s also crucial to start with a dermatologist because that really sets the foundation for what you need, and then you can build from there.

And, of course, your makeup will reflect healthy skin.”

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is most important for me is that I make sure to not let my mind— and there’s a differential for me between my mind and my intellect—go all over the place.

I have to make sure I’m being very disciplined about not overcreating what a circumstance might be or what the future might hold. There is an art to being in the moment, to connecting to one’s being. I haven’t focused on that enough in my life, and I’m doing more of that now.

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It’s been remarkable for me.

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a long time ago that you have to take good care of your skin when you’re wearing all this makeup!

All of these extraordinary wig, makeup and hair people I’ve worked with over the years are so diligent about making sure you have products that are caring for you. There are a lot of things we use like Plexaderm, which really does take down swelling, and the Peter Thomas Roth gold under-eye patches— a lot of the makeup artists will put them in the refrigerator or the freezer. Of course, there’s the good old Elizabeth Taylor Preparation-H trick that everyone has heard of—it works. When you wear a wig, one of the things we do is apply all different kinds of conditioner on the hair, so when you’re putting your hair under a wig cap, you’re conditioning it all day, too. It is a great trick.

There is an art to being in the moment, to connecting to one’s being.

I haven’t focused on that enough in my life, and I’m doing more of that now.

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“I always say: ‘You have your skin for your entire life, so you better start taking care of it at a very early age.’ Understanding how your skin is constantly changing and really getting more insight into that is really important, so I think it’s great to touch base with a dermatologist.

I’ve been really fortunate to have been working with Dr. Dennis Gross in New York for a number of years.

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Pulling inspiration from vintage art deco elements, Palermo looked to a Deco bracelet she’s worn throughout the years as inspiration for the from-scratch packaging of her line. Reflected in beautiful greens and seafoam hues, vacation was another source of inspiration for the designer. “It’s where I’m able to rest and be the best version of myself. Bringing that wellness aspect into beauty and through our color palettes and brand messaging was really important to me.”

Beauty Beginnings

“Beauty is something I’ve always been really interested in. I’ve worked so closely with my glam team throughout the years, learning and understanding their technique and different products that work for my skin and the different textures at play. I’ve really educated myself throughout the years, and creating a beauty brand is something I’ve always really wanted to do, so it was just finding the right time to do it.”

Hollywood this season (she’ll next star in FX’s American Crime Story: Impeachment, Netflix’s Tick, Tick…Boom! and in Julia on HBO Max).

She’s also especially focused on being in the “now” this fall. “We’re so programmed to always look to what’s next, that we forget to just stop and say, ‘Where am I right now?’” —Liz Ritter

Prime Time Illuminating Serum, $40, oliviapalermo.com

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“When I get dressed, it’s to tell a story; the same thing is possible through makeup.”

In true Olivia Palermo fashion, the designer and entrepreneur is approaching her debut beauty line the same way she does her wardrobe: “When I get dressed, it’s to tell a story; the same thing is possible through makeup.” Playing on sensorial textures and a spectrum of hues inspired by the runway, Palermo is excited about what’s to come for Olivia Palermo Beauty.

“We laid the foundation, now it’s time to build collections.”

by Elizabeth Ritter

photography by Frankie Batista

Early Days

“My mother never wore makeup and used soap and water on her face, so I didn’t grow up knowing about beauty products. That doesn’t mean I didn’t notice beauty, but it is probably why, even to this day, I opt for more natural looks.

When I started modeling, everything was new—I didn’t own any makeup other than a Bonne Bell lip gloss. I remember watching as Dianne deWitt and Iman applied their own makeup at a photographer’s studio in Chicago, and trying to follow along. I’ve been blessed to work with so many talented hair and makeup artists— and I do mean artists. I love watching how they help accentuate a woman’s beauty with a little concealer and perfectly placed blush or eyeshadow. I still keep it simple, but I feel more confident that the little bit of makeup I am applying looks natural and flattering.”

Vintage Vibe

Despite her stature and ranking as one of the most highly decorated athletes of all time, there is something familiar about Venus Williams’s voice when we talk about EleVen by Venus Williams, her lifestyle brand, which she recently expanded to include skin and lip care in collaboration with clean beauty retailer Credo. The familiarity in her voice isn’t from hearing her narrate a Nike commercial—like the recent one about her and her sister’s record-breaking wins—or her countless on-camera interviews. What’s most recognizable in the four-time Olympic gold medal and seven-time individual Grand Slam winner’s voice is the excitedly girlish tone when talking about the practicality of a flexible LED mask; why eyeliner is part of her uniform; and her dog Harry, who she calls “very emotional.”

“We built our house in Malibu over 20 years ago, and after living in New York City with a small closet, I knew I wanted my closet to be my sanctuary.

It’s white—so the clothes stand out and are easy to see—and has a lot of windows. I have a big stone-top island in the middle, which is perfect for packing, etc. I also have a makeup mirror with great lighting—just like we have at photo shoots. I had them put a plug in one of the drawers so I can store my blowdryer there, and it’s always plugged in and ready to go. I also have a TV, a three-way mirror and a hidden closet for my steamer.

I can spend hours in there organizing, or even just doing calls.”

Body Musts “I’m a big believer in exfoliating my body, and I have more than one way to do it. I love the Elemis Dry Brush.

If I forget or I am rushed, I use my antibacterial plastic pink shower mitt with body wash, usually Dermalogica— it’s the body wash my husband and I both agree on. I use that most of the time, but I do like bar soap, too. The one I use when I’m going to shave my legs is Bulgari Au Thé Blanc. I also love the Arianna Ultra Exfoliating Body Treatment. I was walking down Prince Street in NYC one day and happened upon a small store. I went in and the salesperson let me sample it on my hand. I loved it and bought three!

I apply it on dry skin and give myself a good scrub before I turn the shower on. I love the size of the dead sea salt scrub, and it smells delicious.”

Base Jump “A makeup artist first introduced me to Amazing Cosmetics Hydrating Concealer. I use Medium Beige, and I love that it glides on so smoothly and has enough moisturization that it

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Strand Savers “Even though I used to think I had to wash my hair every day, as I’ve gotten older, I try to go longer between washes. Usually it’s about every three days, so sometimes I have to plan my workouts accordingly! I’m so excited about my new Meaningful Beauty Age-Proof Hair Care System. We have a Strengthening Shampoo and a Smooth & Shiny Conditioner that has a natural silk protein known to double hair shine. In the shower, I try to run a wide-tooth comb through my hair while I still have the conditioner in.

Lip Service “One of the makeup artists I work with a lot, Terri Apanasewicz, created these waterproof Very Terri Beauty Stay Put Lip Liners I’m so excited about. They stay on forever and I love the S’More color—it’s the perfect shade for me to help even out my lip line.”

Tool Time “I love a good tool, and it feels like a little bit of a home spa when I take the time to use them. I love the gua sha, especially for the tension between my

Leave it to Venus Williams to shoot a cover in the middle of a hurricane in the middle of a pandemic and totally nail it. On a day when planes and trains on the East Coast were quickly canceled and the weather brought more rain than sunshine, the legendary

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“My work, hopefully, is helping people feel more love and compassion for themselves. Showing empathy and compassion is a timeless style.”

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but it also really tightens and depuffs my skin.”

How are you making the world a more beautiful place?

into your daily routine at an early age is invaluable. Make the time for self-care. Showing love to yourself and your body is necessary for your physical, mental and emotional health. And finally, beauty doesn’t have to be so serious. It can be empowering if you remember it’s supposed to be fun. Instead of trying to change who you are, search for products that enhance your best self. Your unique beauty is a gift, not a curse.”

“Never leave home without SPF! Integrating sunscreen

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“I switched to Olaplex a few years ago, as my hair is pretty damaged from coloring and styling it so much, and that’s really helped.

I try to do a treatment once a week—right now I'm loving Coco & Eve Like a Virgin. It smells like coconut heaven. I also really love my friend Kristen Ess’s blow-dry spray and hot tools.”

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“Murad has a great brightening eye serum I use in the mornings, along with Skyn Iceland patches if I need the extra help. I also swear by the Laneige Lip Mask.”

“Before events and shoots, I use the NuFACE facial toner. It feels like I’m giving myself a little spa moment,

hemisqualane, Van Ness is taking his talent for beautifying and bottling it for the world. “Some of my favorite, most nourishing skin-care products are powered by hemisqualane, which is this insanely hydrating yet lightweight molecule,” he says. “I started thinking about how effective it would be on your scalp and hair, and I realized we had the ability to replicate the effects of silicones without actually using them.”

Making sure to have a solution for every hair type and texture, Van Ness wouldn’t have it any other way. “This collection literally feels like my child. It feels like a lifetime of work, research and passion, and I’m truly excited to share it with everyone. It’s really about embracing everyone’s beauty and encouraging people to appreciate their hair and feel good about how they look in an authentic and transparent way.”

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“I wear sunscreen religiously. Dermalogica has this amazing SPF primer. It is literally like a skin blur and it has SPF in it, but it’s also like this primer that makes your skin look poreless.”

“Glossier has a lotion called Body Hero that is super moisturizing and has a little shimmer in it, so I love it for both stage and just every day.

I also love Luna Bronze Tanning Mousse for a little glow once a week.”

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If you’ve ever had Kool-Aid, Fun Dip or Jolly Ranchers, then you’ve also experienced the dye job they leave behind on your teeth and tongue.

While it’s quite obvious that blue or red candy can temporarily stain your smile, it may not be as apparent that foods you’re eating on a daily basis can have a similar, more permanent staining effect.

Ahead, top cosmetic dentists break down the foods that are staining your teeth without you even knowing it.

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According to Atlanta cosmetic dentist Ronald Goldstein, DDS, there are two types of stains: surface stains, which can be professionally polished off by your hygienist, and internal staining, which means the stain has been absorbed by your enamel. “But, before thinking about foods that tend to stain teeth, take a deeper look at what your enamel looks like,” he says. “Is it shiny or dull? Are there fillings that show in the front of your mouth? Are your front teeth bonded with composite resin? A rule of thumb is that shiny enamel tends to stain less and dull enamel tends to be more susceptible to food stains.” No matter what the circumstances may be, there are many ways—both at-home and in the office—to get your teeth looking bright and shiny again.

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Seasonings Popular in the wellness space, turmeric can actually be a big culprit for stains, along with other yellow spices like mustard powder, says New York cosmetic dentist Irene Grafman, DDS. Though the spice has actually been touted as a teeth-whitener on social media, the American Dental Association says there's no proof of such. To avoid any potential discoloration, Dr. Field suggests consuming the ingredient in tablet form whenever possible.

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Pasta Sauce According to New York cosmetic dentist Jason Kasarsky, DDS, tomato-based sauces that are rich in color can stain teeth, too. “Acids from tomatoes can cause the enamel to become more porous, making teeth more susceptible to absorbing liquid,” he says. “Opt for a lighter tomato sauce instead of a dark one. Simply adding a dash of cream or milk to your sauces can balance out the acids in the tomatoes, lighten the color and make your teeth less prone to stains.”

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Fruits and Vegetables While consuming fruits and vegetables is a crucial part of a well-balanced diet, dark fruits and veggies like pomegranates, cherries and beets can leave stains behind. “If you eat berries every day, you’re not going to have blue teeth, but you will slowly notice shade differences,” says Dr. Kasarsky, who explains that darker foods (even smoothies) can stain teeth gray or brown.

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Hemp “One source of staining that has become common as laws change is marijuana because, like tobacco, it leaves a very dark, sticky stain,” Dr. Back says. But, before marijuana became legal in some states, CBD was all the rage. While it may have a positive effect on mental health, “the problem with CBD oil is that it contains high levels of iron, which can stain the teeth,” adds Dr. Goldstein. “Even CBD gummies can stick to enamel and attract stains.“

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Dark Liquids Sarasota, FL cosmetic dentist Jenifer C. Back, DMD says that liquids stain a larger surface area than solid foods, especially if they’re dark in color.

A few under-the-radar culprits: soy sauce, balsamic vinegar and black tea.

“When it comes to dark drinks like coffee and wine, it’s difficult to tell patients to stop consuming them,” adds Los Altos, CA cosmetic dentist Joseph Field, DDS. “Instead, I tell my patients to consume their drinks quickly rather than slowly sipping. This gives the saliva a chance to protect the teeth from discoloration.”

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“An easy way to bash stains before they affect the color of your teeth is by quickly brushing after each meal,” says Dr. Field, who recommends adding a dash of baking soda to your toothpaste for a good enamel exfoliation.

“But, don’t do it on a regular basis. If baking soda is used every day, it can start to remove the enamel and make the teeth less shiny and more porous.

When used as needed, it can help break down some of the stain and scrub it off the teeth.”

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Dr. Kasarsky finds it hard to get patients to brush after each meal, so the next best thing is rinsing the mouth, but, he doesn’t recommend using the typical mint mouthwash. “Apple cider vinegar has a PH of about 5 percent, and because it’s slightly acidic, it helps break down plaque. Mix about a teaspoon of it into your water bottle and swish it around throughout the day and after your meals—it will keep your teeth looking clean and fresh and will prevent darkening.” If you don’t have apple cider vinegar, Rockville, MD cosmetic dentist Joe Kravitz, DDS recommends, “rinsing your mouth out with water within seven minutes of consuming a staining food to reduce and eliminate stains.”

“Most over-the-counter whitening products, from whitening strips to whitening toothpaste, are safe to use at home, as long as your teeth don’t have any decay and instructions are followed,” says Dr. Grafman.

But, before you add them to your cart, Dr. Kasarsky advises home-dwellers to consult a dentist first in order to find the best option for their specific smile. “While it’s more expensive than drugstore products, you can always visit a dental office to have bleaching trays made for at-home use. This is much more effective than OTC products because it will speed up the process by about three months.”

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professional bleaching “While bleaching with at-home trays is both easy and effective, Dr. Goldstein says a higher concentration of hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide can be used during in-office bleaching. “This is because the gums will be protected with a rubber dam,” he explains. “If the teeth are very dark, multiple treatments may be required.”

For moderate-to-severe stains, Wellington, FL cosmetic dentist Sam S. Sadati, DDS likes to combine in-office whitening with his favored bleaching technique, at-home bleaching trays, which he believes produce longer-lasting results.

“Too much in-office bleaching can dehydrate the teeth, so supplementing office visits with at-home tools is my preferred way of whitening the smile.”

Another in-office remedy for staining is Zoom whitening.

“This is a one-time treatment that uses hydrogen peroxide at a much higher concentration than any OTC product,” says Dr. Field. “It’s so powerful that it can whiten teeth by a few shades.” It’s typically around $600 for one in-office session, but the company just partnered with clear aligner brand Candid to bring professional whitening to your home for half the price.

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When it comes time for an appointment, Dr. Goldstein says it takes about an hour or more.

“First, a rubber dam will be applied tightly around each of the teeth to be treated.

Then, bleach is applied onto a thin piece of gauze to hold it in place. At the end of the appointment, the gauze and rubber dam are removed and the teeth are polished.” Dr. Kravitz says the treated teeth are usually those within the smile line, or ones you can see in the mirror.

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New York cosmetic dentist Jason Kasarsky, DDS performed laser whitening and prescribed take-home bleaching trays for this 30-year old patient.

This 43-year-old female sought New York cosmetic dentist Victoria Veytsman, DDS for a smile makeover with porcelain veneers and crowns to whiten and widen her dull smile.

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porcelain veneers Dr. Goldstein says that if teeth are a blue or gray color, which are the hardest shades to treat with whitening products, they may need a treatment that will both lighten the shade of the teeth and protect them from future stains.

“Veneers are made of porcelain and are very resistant to stains,” says Dr. Back. “While some sticky residues can accumulate around veneers, they cannot penetrate porcelain like they can organic teeth. Patients choose veneers for many cosmetic reasons, such as tooth color that doesn’t respond well to whitening, an uneven or crooked tooth shape, and malposition of teeth.”

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“The shade of your teeth will come in 92 hours after your bleaching treatment when they’re no longer dried out.”

—Dr. Ronald Goldstein

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Three top doctors and their patients share their experience with popular laser treatments.

by Brittany Burhop Fallon

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Picosure Patient: Debbie D.

Richmond, VA plastic surgeon

Ruth Hillelson, MD

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What is Picosure?

“It’s the world’s first picosecond laser for skin rejuvenation, and its 755-nanometer wavelength targets collagen and elastin by using pressure wave technology. Key issues it addresses include the targeting of fine lines, large pores and pigment. It also causes a noticeable change in skin texture, radiance and smoothness as well.”

What concerns were you hoping to treat?

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How did your skin look and feel afterward?

Who is the ideal candidate?

“Any patient with realistic expectations who is willing to embark on a program of skin health and beauty; however, those with deep lines and perioral wrinkling might benefit from another technology.”

“I wanted a treatment that would help erase my sun damage and stimulate collagen production.”

What was the treatment experience like?

“Numbing cream was applied 45 minutes prior to the procedure, and because of this, the procedure was virtually painless, at least for me. I feel like it will depend on the individual’s pain tolerance.

The procedure took about an hour from start to finish.”

“My skin was a little red, but went away after a day. Dr. Hillelson explained that this varies and will depend on the person’s skin tone. I used Iridesse Nutrient with Genesis Factor developed by Dr. Hillelson, and I was extremely impressed with the results after about two to three days. My skin was smoother and softer, and my brown spots had faded. It really improved the overall look of my skin, and I would highly recommend it if you want a noninvasive procedure to treat hyperpigmentation on your face.”

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How many treatments are needed?

“Usually, three will provide optimal results.

The recovery is quick: I had it on a Monday and lectured on that Tuesday. Two hours of pinkness/redness followed by a healthy glow for the duration of the day is the norm.

Brown spots will darken slightly for a few days, but this is very manageable to cover with makeup. Wearing sunscreen is always a must. I enjoy ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica, as well as the brand’s Mineral Brush powder for touch-ups during the day.”

65 years old Concern: Sun damage

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Fraxel DUAL Patient: Carolyn G.

Miami dermatologist

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Dr. Deborah Longwill

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What is Fraxel DUAL? “This laser was created to selectively treat all types of skin using microscopic laser rays that channel through the skin, producing collagen remodeling. Each channel allows surrounding tissue to repair and heal, thus promoting new skin growth. Multiple treatments are necessary for best results—typically four to six, spaced six to eight weeks apart—but the downtime is minimal.”

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What key concerns does it address?

“It treats and improves aging skin, fine lines, pigmentation, and acne scars, and it evens out skin tone. It can be used anywhere there is aging or damaged skin, like the face, neck, chest, hands, arms, and legs. Most patients are candidates, except those who suffer from rosacea, broken capillaries or active acne.”

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What concerns were you hoping to treat?

“From my teenage and even adult years, I had scarring from acne.

Pregnancy brought along melasma; the sun gave me spots, and then came the fine lines, and yes, even wrinkles from maturing skin.”

What was the treatment experience like?

“To prepare for the laser, I stayed away from any retinoids, glycolic acid, benzoyl peroxide, or abrasive scrubs for at least 14 days.

Before the treatment, lidocaine was applied to my whole face for 45 minutes, and I felt a tingling sensation. Time for the treatment: I wore goggles to protect my eyes, and I felt different sensations depending upon the area. Where the skin is thinner, like on my forehead or near my nose, I felt more of a ‘snapping’ to my skin, like a rubber band snap. The laser also has a built-in cooling fan that helps alleviate the heat, which I found a lot more tolerable than earlier fractional lasers I had experienced. The treatment took 10 to 15 minutes, and there were two passes of the laser on my skin.”

What did the recovery entail?

“Moisturize and protect! I used Avène Cicalfate+ Cream and Solaire Mineral Tinted SPF 50+—stay out of the sun. I spritzed Avène spring water on regularly to keep my skin moist during the redness and peeling, and I also used Regime Extremolyte Stem Cell Serum from Doctor’s Daughter Skincare to add moisture and rejuvenate my skin.”

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What post-op care is required?

“All retinoids, glycolic acid and salicylic acids should be stopped for at least a week, and gentle cleansers without fragrance are best for cleansing. A light, fragrance-free moisturizer can help with dryness, and sleeping on a slight elevation will help with swelling. Diligent sun avoidance is necessary, too, and sun protection should include mineral sunblock containing zinc or titanium dioxide—there are some good tinted ones.”

55 years old Concern: Acne scarring

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Patient: Amanda N. What concerns were you hoping to treat?

“My overall complexion and dullness.”

New York dermatologist

Julie Russak, MD

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What is the Erbium laser?

“This is an ablative laser that takes off the superficial layer of skin, which carries much of the skin’s pigmentation and dead, sun damaged cells. In addition to treating pigmentation on the face, neck, chest and hands, it also stimulates collagen remodeling by heating the deeper layers of skin, which is why we see improvement in fine lines, wrinkles and acne scarring. The Erbium laser targets water in the skin, so the laser is more effective if the skin cells are hydrated. Therefore, we recommend drinking a lot of water in the days prior to treatment, and skipping that morning cup of coffee the day of.”

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What was the treatment experience like?

“I had topical numbing cream on my face for 20 minutes beforehand, so the laser itself wasn’t painful at all. The only discomfort was the hour afterward when my face felt extremely hot. The treatment only took an hour total, which includes the time for numbing before and icing after.”

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What did the recovery entail?

“The rest of that first day, I kept a thin layer of Aquaphor on. The second day, I had no discomfort, but my skin was still very red and I had to keep Aquaphor on to protect it. On the third day, the redness started to go away and brown, scab-like marks began to show. At this time, my skin felt very, very tight. This continued into the fourth day, still using Aquaphor. The fifth day is when my skin began to peel—A LOT. Those brown spots were starting to fall off and I used SkinCeuticals Epidermal Repair to help with the peeling.

I also applied SkinCeuticals Physical Fusion sunscreen, which is tinted and looked pretty normal. On day six, my skin had very little peeling left—only a little around my forehead, sideburns and nose—and on day seven, I was back to normal with porcelain skin!”

Who is an ideal candidate?

“Patients with pigmentation, dull skin, lines and wrinkles who have Fitzpatrick skin types 1 through 3. This laser is not recommended for skin types 4 through 6 due to the risk of hyperpigmentation.”

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Are multiple treatments necessary?

“This depends on how much damage the patient has. You will see dramatic results after one treatment, but usually three treatments, spaced one month apart are recommended for optimal results.”

33 years old Concern: Dull skin

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Skin Deep OUR READERS MOST-ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT LASER TREATMENTS, ANSWERED

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Are some lasers more intense than others?

“Laser resurfacing means that some or all of the superficial skin is burned off to varying degrees of depth,” says Scottsdale, AZ facial plastic surgeon Kelly Bomer, MD. The two types of laser resurfacing are ablative and nonablative: Ablative remove the top layer of skin, while nonablative work by heating up the underlying skin tissue (without harming the surface) to incite collagen production. Some lasers, like HALO, offer a combination of both types and provide a balance between shorter downtime and good results.

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What is the best laser for beginners?

According to Washington, D.C. dermatologist Tina Alster, MD, the “gateway” treatment for those who have never had laser skin resurfacing is Clear + Brilliant. “It is an easy way to polish the skin without significant recovery,” she says. “Essentially, patients experience a few hours of redness followed by a few days of dryness. Most patients are able to resume their regular activities very quickly after treatment.”

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Is there anyone who isn’t a candidate for laser resurfacing?

POST-PROCEDURE MUST-HAVE Jan Marini Skin Research Post TX2 Recovery Enhancement System features three essentials for post-laser skin: a gentle cleanser, an occlusive moisturizer infused with active ingredients like growth factors, peptides and antioxidants, and a physical sunscreen. It’s the ultimate trifecta to protect and soothe skin while reducing redness and enhancing in-office results. $185, janmarini.com

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Which skin-care products should I use after a laser?

“If the treatment is more superficial, healing will be faster and a highmoisture moisturizer that penetrates the skin will be sufficient,” Dr. Bomer says. “When the treatment is deeper, a squalane oil and/or an occlusive ointment is needed. With any laser, aggressive sun protection will be required for at least one month after a treatment to prevent pigmentation issues on the fresh, new skin.”

With any laser, aggressive sun protection will be required.

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Which laser is best for skin tightening?

“Along the face, CO2 and Er:YAG ablative lasers continue to be the standard,” says Delray Beach, FL plastic surgeon Miguel Mascaró, MD. “However, they do involve downtime, but their results are unmatched. On the body, skin tends to respond a little differently, so radio-frequency and plasma treatments work better.”

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What is the recovery like after laser resurfacing?

After nonablative treatments, recovery is much easier, with redness and dryness typically lasting one to three days. Following an ablative procedure, Dr. Alster says side effects often include redness, swelling, oozing, and mild discomfort for a week that requires diligent wound care with ice packs and ointments, followed by two to four additional weeks of skin redness.

“Patients—regardless of skin color— who have had recent sun exposure should wait until their tans fade to reduce the risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation,” says Dr. Alster.

“Also, patients who have autoimmune disorders like vitiligo or lupus with involvement in the areas undergoing treatment should avoid laser skin resurfacing in order to prevent the spread of their underlying condition.”

Other skin disorders that should be cleared by a doctor prior to a laser treatment include infections like warts, and inflammatory conditions like acne, psoriasis and eczema, to avoid their worsening and/or spread.

“Lastly, anyone who has unrealistic expectations about the procedure— believing that all the wrinkles or scars will be erased—should not undergo treatment,” Dr. Alster adds.

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Are there any lasers that get rid of fat?

According to Dr. Mascaró, a new laser called Eon targets and heats fat cells just below the skin. “It’s the only one of its kind because it’s a ‘no touch’ laser, meaning that the machine never actually touches your skin. Its robotic arm waves over the designated area, treating the unwanted fat without any contact via gels, pads, suction, etc.”

The body then eliminates the fat cells naturally over the course of 12 weeks.

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Celebrity nails artists sound off on the best of the best in today’s world of trending nail extensions. —Olivia Wohlner

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Apres Gel-X

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Builder Gel

Press-Ons

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According to celebrity manicurist Mar y Sol Inzerillo— her clients include Oprah and Angelina Jolie—acrylic nails are made using a liquid monomer and powder polymer that are applied to the nail using a Kolinsky brush. “Once combined, small beads are applied on the nail, nail tip or form, and then sculpted into a preferred shape.”

“Gel-X is also known as soft gel tips,” says Bachik.

“The client chooses from a selection of pre-made tips.

Generally, a soft gel will be applied to the underside of the nail, pressed to the natural nail and then cured with UV light. This adheres the tip to the natural nail. When cured, the nail is filed into the desired shape and length.”

“CND Plexigel consists of two gel products called Shaper and Builder,” says Kandalec.

“Shaper repairs cracks while Builder sculpts and builds.

Both are brushed onto the nail, and then another bead of product is dropped onto the center of the nail to create a stronger shape. It settles before curing for a glossy extension.”

“ORLY Builder Gel is a sculpting gel that’s easy to apply,” says Boyce, adding that these extensions are her favorite to use. “The formula comes in both a clear and concealer shade and applies like a soft gel, but wears like a hard gel. It also has a self-leveling formula that’s not sticky or messy and can be easily removed by soaking in acetone.”

“Press-on nail tips come pre-painted and ready to be shaped with a nail file to attain a perfect fit to the cuticle,” says Kandelac. Unlike the flimsy, low-quality press-ons popular in the ‘80s, “today’s are durable and can be applied with either double-stick tape for temporary wear—one to four days—or nail glue for up to two weeks.”

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Lauren London’s nail artist, Jenny Bui, says acrylic nails stand the test of time. “These nails ensure perfect structure and are resistant against breakage,” she says.

If you prefer thick, sturdy nails, these are the ones for you.

Julie Kandalec, who’s created many looks on Jessica Chastain, says this extension is best for those who want shape and strength in one step. “These tips come in many lengths and sizes, like long, square, short, and even intricate cutouts.”

Best for those who struggle keeping nail enhancements on and want more strength than a gel manicure, “Plexigel nails apply clear, so they’re great for nail art,” Kandalec says. “Plus, they’re ideal for anyone who dislikes the smell of acrylic.”

There are two versions of this extension: clear and concealer.

Boyce says, “Use the clear version to make the perfect set of glass nails or the new concealer for a flawless set of milky coverage that looks amazing on any skin tone, light or dark.”

If you’re short on time or don’t have the patience for a manicure, pressons may be your best bet. “Today, press-ons are very comparable to gel extensions, but at a fraction of the cost, and they only take 10 minutes to apply,” explains Boyce.

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”Acrylic nails last virtually forever if you get them filled,” says Selena Gomez’s nail guru Tom Bachik.

“This method cuts nail service time in half,” says Megan Fox’s manicurist Brittney Boyce.

Kandalec says Plexigel should only be removed by a nail professional to avoid excess damage.

According to Boyce, these extensions can be built out with help from perfect forms or fast forms.

“Press-on nails that are made with a hard gel may last longer than others,” says Inzerillo.

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Body Work

by Marci Robin

An inside look on the storied surgery of liposuction.

Of all of the medical aesthetic treatments that have become household names over the last century, none seem quite so familiar as liposuction. With what other plastic-surgery procedure are we all on a first-name—or rather, prefix— basis? Only lipo has earned that level of acquaintance.

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“Lipo remains one of the most popular cosmetic procedures performed in the U.S., as well as the world,” says Grand Rapids, MI plastic surgeon David R. Alfonso, MD. However, despite how much it remains indemand, an ever-advancing medical landscape means that questions about the surgery—how it works, who should undergo it, what to expect—persist.

Among one of the common misconceptions: that because liposuction removes fat, it’s used to help a patient lose weight.

“Liposuction is intended ideally for exercise-resistant fat and not for weight loss,” says Des Moines, IA plastic surgeon David Robbins, MD.

“Liposuction, or in layman’s terms, a procedure of sucking fatty tissue from under the skin, can be performed everywhere there is subcutaneous adipose tissue stored,” explains Houston, TX plastic surgeon Olga Bachilo, MD. “It took some trial and error to master a method that is safe and effective, but today’s liposuction is very different from where it started.

In the 1970s, advances such as the introduction of numbing agents, compression garments and perfecting locations of the incision sites made liposuction more marketable.”

Dr. Alfonso adds that, thanks to advancements like less invasive cannulas, more delicate areas like the ankles can now be refined.

Smaller cannulas, compression garments and numbing agents are far from the only ways liposuction has evolved since its introduction. Dr. Alfonso notes that the addition of tranexamic acid to the tumescent fluid used during the procedure also means less bruising. “Other advances in technology include utilizing

ultrasound-assisted as well as power-assisted liposuction. These technologies work differently, but both help the fat to be removed more efficiently and provide less fatigue to the surgeon.”

During the Procedure

Liposuction should only be performed at an accredited office based in a surgical facility, licensed ambulatory surgery center or a hospital. When the surgery is set to begin, Newport Beach, CA plastic surgeon Sanjay Grover, MD explains that the patient is placed on an appropriately padded operating table and kept warm with warm-air blankets. “The areas to be treated will be cleansed, and sterile drapes will be applied,” he says. At this point, the tumescent fluid—typically consisting of saline, lidocaine and adrenaline or epinephrine—will be introduced into the fatty tissue.

The actual procedure is performed through tiny incisions that are typically concealed in skin folds and heal almost invisibly, Dr. Alfonso says.

Then, as Dr. Bachilo adds, a thin cannula is inserted through the incisions to loosen excess fat using a controlled back-and-forth motion.

“The dislodged fat is then suctioned out using a surgical vacuum or syringe attached to the cannula.”

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“It’s a common misconception that liposuction requires general anesthesia,” Dr. Bachilo says. “Although it is an invasive procedure, a lot of times patients opt for a local one if the areas to be treated are fairly small.”

However, she would not recommend local anesthesia for more extensive liposuction, such as of the back, abdomen or multiple areas on the same day. “With the patient being under general anesthesia, they are able to be completely comfortable as we contour.” Dr. Alfonso says he tends to use general anesthesia more often than local or twilight anesthesia due to the length of surgery time and areas of the body being treated.

Another factor: when procedures are coupled. “Many patients get liposuction with an abdominoplasty [tummy tuck], and that requires general anesthesia,” Dr. Robbins says.

Once the fat is removed, it’s disposed of as medical waste. However, “Fat can be removed and then grafted to another area of the body to add volume, reconstruct or rejuvenate the area where the fat is being injected,” Dr. Bachilo says. This has become especially in-demand for increasing volume at the buttocks and lateral hips, though the breasts, face and hands are also options.

“The fat transfer approach has become extremely popular for patients, as they get the best of both worlds: fat removed from areas that are too full and re-injected into other areas that lack volume and shape,” Dr. Alfonso says.

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About 85 percent of the body is fair game for liposuction or body contouring. “Common areas that are contoured include the abdomen, love handles, back, thighs, knees and double chin areas,” says Dr. Grover.

Pre-Steps

Before you undergo liposuction, it must be determined if you’re an appropriate patient. “The ideal candidate for liposuction is someone who is in excellent health, at their ideal body weight, and has stubborn, resistant areas of excess fatty tissue,” explains Dr. Grover. Skin elasticity is also a factor and can be assessed during a consultation. “The patient’s medical history will be reviewed as well as the areas of concern. Examination will be performed to evaluate the patient’s condition and whether they have targeted areas of excess adipose tissue and have good elasticity for the skin to retract back properly following their liposuction procedure.”

Your surgeon will also discuss reasonable expectations about the results with you. “We make sure patients have a realistic goal and expectation from the procedure and understand this is a body-contouring procedure and not one intended for weight loss,” Dr. Robbins reiterates.

Closer to the surgery dates, you’ll be asked to avoid aspirin, antiinflammatory drugs, and certain supplements that can increase bleeding, and you should refrain from tobacco use for at least several weeks prior.

During your consultation, you’ll also be made aware of potential complications, though they are rare, especially when liposuction is performed by an appropriate expert.

That said, according to Dr. Bachilo, risks may include infection during surgery or recovery, adverse reaction to anesthesia or allergy to lidocaine, blood clots, collection of fluid below the skin, extended or permanent loss of sensation at the incision site, and delayed healing.

Dr. Alfonso adds that some contour irregularities and lumpy areas may occur, but “these tend to smooth out over the subsequent two to three months following surgery.”

In order to avoid complications, some surgeons consider certain areas off-limits. “I do not remove fat from the face. This facial padding is what gives us that plump, youthful appearance, and we do not want to eliminate that natural ‘filler,’” says Dr. Bachilo (although many surgeons will judiciously suction small amounts from the face and neck in the right patient). She also doesn’t perform liposuction where visceral fat is found. “The infamous beer belly is the perfect representation of visceral fat.

Although some improvements can be made to contour it, the only way to get rid of it is healthy diet and exercise.”

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AFTER Concord, CA plastic surgeon Eric Mariotti, MD treated this 59-year-old patient’s hips and back rolls with traditional and VASER liposuction.

“I rarely give any narcotics to patients after surgery, especially since I have adopted the ERAS [Expedited Recovery After Surgery] protocols,” Dr. Alfonso says. “This involves pre-op care as well as post-op care designed to minimize pain and avoid narcotics.”

Dr. Bachilo, on the other hand, offers patients sessions of Venus Legacy, a radio-frequency and massaging device that helps with swelling and bruising. “In addition, I give my patients arnica gel and arnica pills to help the healing process,” she says.

Post-Procedure

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AFTER After having children and experiencing fat storage, this 38-year-old patient sought Dr. Robbins for flank liposuction to contour and define the waist.

Did You Know?

A common myth associated with liposuction is that the fat will go somewhere else, but experts say that, if you maintain your weight, you will maintain the benefit and will not develop additional fat elsewhere.

“Recovery after liposuction remains one of the easier kinds compared to other cosmetic surgery procedures,” says Dr. Alfonso, who finds that most of his patients are up walking the day of surgery and can be back to basic, normal activities within one or two days. He encourages staying active, as well as wearing compression garments for up to three weeks.

Although it’s relatively easy to get back into the swing of things, there still may be some discomfort. “The patient can expect to be sore post-op with swelling and bruising,” Dr. Bachilo says, adding that it may be apparent for up to four weeks. Furthermore, “It is normal to have itchiness and/or numbness post-operatively. This can subside in two to three months,” though numbness has been known to last as long as nine months. It’s also not uncommon to feel a sharp shooting pain along the incisions, as this is a normal sign of nerve regeneration.

Many plastic surgeons offer recovery regimens that don’t necessarily involve prescription painkillers.

Although Dr. Bachilo says your final results will be apparent in six to 12 months, you may see a difference much sooner. “Early changes in shape and contour can be visualized at two to three weeks, but it takes at least three to five months to reach the earliest stages of the final shape,” Dr. Alfonso says. “Different areas of the body also swell to different extents, so some areas may look better more quickly than others.”

Noninvasive Options

With a number of noninvasive and less invasive fat-reducing treatments, like Emsculpt Neo, CoolSculpting and Kybella (which is not recommend for larger areas), available, it can be confusing when trying to decide if you should choose liposuction.

And, in some cases, the nonsurgical treatments are the obvious way to go. “If a patient has health problems and is fearful of anesthesia, these are often good options,” says Dr. Alfonso.

However, they require more than one treatment and cannot be used on all areas of the body. “For people who are wanting to treat fat over larger areas of the body or want a more dramatic contour, I would recommend liposuction,” Dr. Bachilo says.

The bottom line: “The sculpting ability a surgeon has with a cannula cannot be duplicated with the nonsurgicals,” says Dr. Alfonso. “Ultimately, patients weigh the pros and cons of both approaches and decide what method is best for them.”

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The ABCs of breast implant removal surgery Knowing what a major life decision it is to get a breast augmentation, why are so many women now changing their minds?

While it’s not a new practice—breast implant removal has been happening for as long as women have been getting implants—today’s explant trend has been fueled by several factors: an increased focus on a mysterious illness that patients correlate with their implants; to avoid the risk of a rare cancer caused by textured implants; and more commonly, because we’re moving away from the Pamela Anderson–style breasts of the past. Whatever the reason may be, the options for recreating the breasts after implants have also improved drastically.

Here, we explore the different ways plastic surgeons are taking unwanted implants out and the innovative new ways they’re rebuilding the bust.

by Tatiana Bido

reasons why

When the headlines talk about explant surgery, the story tends to focus on the removal of the implant due to increased reports of women experiencing Breast Implant Illness (BII), but that’s not the only reason women are reconsidering their implants. “The number of explants has certainly increased in recent

“There is also a segment of individuals who have them removed and replaced because they’ve lost volume and they want to be a little fuller,” adds La Jolla, CA plastic surgeon Robert Singer, MD. “Someone who gets implants at 23 years old, has kids, breastfeeds or whose weight has fluctuated will often need some kind of revision surgery which may come with replacing the implants,” New York plastic surgeon B. Aviva Preminger, MD says. There’s also the longevity factor. “Implants are not meant to last forever.

It’s like buying a car. You’re going to enjoy it, it’s going to get you to where you need to go, but eventually it is going to require some kind of maintenance.”

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Another common reason to have implants removed is to correct implant irregularities that can occur over time.

“Many patients struggle with recurrent capsular contracture, chronic fluid collections, and implant rupture,” says Campbell, CA plastic surgeon Kamakshi R. Zeidler, MD. “This can lead patients to feel frustrated and want options that won’t reintroduce these complications.”

This 58-year-old patient wanted to replace the industrial grade silicone textured implants she had placed in a different country. They were recalled in 2001 and she had experienced inflammatory fluid and severe scarring. Dr. Preminger removed them along with the fluid and scar tissue and waited six months for the tissues to heal before replacing the implants with FDA-approved ones, along with fat grafting to fix irregular contours.

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“One of the most common reasons to have implant removal surgery is to downsize, especially as the breasts enlarge with aging, menopause and weight gain,” notes Louisville, KY plastic surgeon M. Bradley Calobrace, MD.

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The American Society of Plastic Surgeons estimates there were about 110K breast implant removal surgeries performed, more than double the amount reported two years prior.

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years,” says Tucson, AZ plastic surgeon Raman C. Mahabir, MD. “A recall of textured implants and the increased awareness of BII are the most significant contributing factors. Another reason is a change in fashion as reflected in the media. There is a clear trend towards more natural-appearing breasts.”

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New FDA Regulations Recently, the FDA announced a stronger set of regulations for breast implants which fall under the device category. “Among the new guidelines is a requirement that each implant manufacturer provide a ‘patient decision checklist’ that the physician will review with each patient, as well as a boxed warning describing some of the risks of implants, including BIA-ALCL, and systemic illnesses that may be associated with implants,” explains Dr. Calobrace.

Also required now are updated silicone gel-filled breast implant rupture screening recommendations and a patient device card with a description of their implants and a list of the specific materials used in the device.

A worldwide recall of certain textured implants has also prompted many implant removals. Breast implantassociated anaplastic large cell lymphoma (BIA-ALCL) is an extremely rare type of lymphoma linked to certain types of textured implants.

“To put it in perspective, there are 20 to 25 million people worldwide with implants. There are only 733 unique cases of BIA-ALCL,” says Dr. Singer “We don’t quite understand the mechanism,” explains Austin, TX plastic surgeon Ashley Gordon, MD. “In a small subset of genetically susceptible people, within eight to 12 years of being in the breast pocket, the implant’s aggressive texturing aggravates the immune system leading to a lymphoproliferative state and, ultimately, a lymphoma.

It is a cancer of the immune system, not a breast cancer.”

“There’s also a subset of patients who feel strongly that their implants are causing what’s called Breast Implant Illness, which encompasses a huge assortment of complaints like joint pains, general aches and pains, fatigue, ‘brain fog,’ gastrointestinal symptoms, and a wide variety of things,” explains Dr. Preminger. “Those patients often decide that they shouldn’t have ever had their implants to begin with, and that the implants are the source of their ailments.

There is a lot we don’t know, and we are still collecting data to make these determinations.”

“These patients may also be undergoing different lifestyle changes and factors that may cause more stress unrelated to their implants,” Dr. Singer says.

“The Aesthetic Surgery Education and Research Foundation is doing a lot of research to find additional information for patients.”

Breast Implant Illness (BII) is currently not recognized as a diagnosable medical condition and the exact cause is still being studied, but some doctors say that explant surgery may not be the answer. “It is a really tough topic,” says Dr. Preminger.

“Some surgeons will say, ‘Take these implants out and your symptoms will be gone.’ I think that the same way that some people develop capsular contracture, which is an immune response, it’s also possible some individuals have a real sensitivity to the implant. But I hesitate to promise that the symptoms will be gone with the implants or that they are necessarily attributable to them.”

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Explantation surgery can vary greatly depending on the placement of the implants, a patient’s anatomy, and their specific wishes. “What they all have in common, is the removal of implants,” says Dr. Zeidler.

Implant Removal Techniques

Currently, surgeons say there is a lot of conflicting information about implant removal surgery circulated online and it concerns how much scar tissue surrounding the implant should be taken out and how.

“Sometimes a capsulectomy is done. A capsule is the lining the body makes around an implant, it’s a simple thin layer of scar tissue much like the lining of a cyst,” Dr. Zeidler explains. “There are times this capsule can be problematic, and we recommend removal, like in cases of capsular contracture where it can be hard and calcified, or contain a ruptured implant or chronic inflammatory fluid known as a seroma. In these cases, every attempt is made at removing the entire capsule.”

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A typical capsulectomy involves creating an incision in the capsule and first removing the implant separately from the scar tissue. An en bloc capsulectomy removes the breast implant and the scar tissue without cutting into or opening the capsule—but not everyone needs en bloc surgery. “There has been a lot of misinformation concerning the need for an ‘en bloc’ and an increase in surgeons promoting themselves as an ‘expert en bloc surgeon’,” says Dr. Calobrace. “The truth is, only patients with BIA-ALCL, or other tumors need this type of aggressive and often deforming surgery. There is no evidence that this helps anything. In patients with BII or textured implants who desire removal, a precise capsulectomy should be done, which can be dangerous.”

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“For women with some of their own breast tissue and very little droop or ptosis, removal alone may be enough to produce a nice, natural-looking result,” says Dr. Mahabir.

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Lifting + Filling

If there are concerns about the patient’s own tissue being able to support the implant, surgeons may employ the use of an acellular dermal matrix or an allograft tissue that acts as a surgical mesh to reinforce the breast tissue and create an internal bra. “There’s also another scaffold that allows the patient’s own tissue to be used to help support the breast fold situation,” notes Dr. Preminger.

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Some women will opt to “go flat,” which involves an aesthetic flat closure, a technique used in post-mastectomy chest wall reconstruction.

Once the breast tissue is removed, additional work is required to smooth out any lumps and trim any excess skin to restore an optimal chest wall contour.

This 57-year-old patient sought Dr. Mahabir to have her implants removed due to symptoms of Breast Implant Illness. To optimize her breast shape after implant removal, he repaired her pectoralis major muscles and performed a breast lift with fat grafting all at the same time.

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To recreate the breasts without replacing the implant, many patients will undergo a fat transfer, a breast lift or both. “For those who had bigger implants before they had children and now have some sagginess, sometimes we will do a breast lift or fat grafting, but there are instances where we don’t want to introduce an inflammatory component to the picture,” Dr. Gordon explains. “We first let everything heal and then go back again about six to 12 months later when there’s better blood supply to do the fat grafting.”

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Replacing Implants

Another option for patients who are not suffering from a symptomatic illness is to have the implants replaced. “When performing textured implant removal and capsulectomy, smooth implants are often replaced with or without a breast lift,” explains Dr. Calobrace.

“Newer implants have a better safety profile than implants from 20 years ago, so I also do a lot of cases where I’m putting in a new implant,” Dr. Preminger adds. “I often add fat grafting to the implant which is called a composite breast augmentation to help better cover the implant, reduce rippling, and provide a more natural-looking result.”

For those considering breast implant removal surgery, the first step is to have a thorough discussion with your board-certified plastic surgeon about expectations, recovery period, and any potential complications. “We want to ensure each patient understands the anticipated outcome, both for her breasts as well as her overall health,” says Dr. Calobrace. “There are some very good studies underway. Hopefully in the future we will know more, which may help us provide even better counseling to our patients to assist in helping them make the best decision.”

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Whether you nailed the whole work-from-wherever situation this past yearplus or not, the way we live indoors has changed, making for an essential meeting between self-care and home design. —Liz Ritter

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The Tea Hit pause with the revitalizing Beauteani Because Life Herbal Beauty Tea. $24 for 14, beauteani.com

The “wellness-on-thego” Never Go Alone Mist kills germs via skin-loving ingredients. $38, nevergoalone.com

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A move from her hometown of Los Angeles to Austin fueled Odette Annable to get in the “fixer-upper” game this past year and discover a newfound love for interior decorating. “It’s meditative to redo this house,” shares the 36-year-old actress. “It’s chaotic to renovate, but I couldn’t be happier.” ­—Liz Ritter

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Kitchen Sync “Being in this kitchen and cooking has become the greatest form of self-care for me—especially if my husband can take our daughter for a walk outside while I make a meal.”

A Quiet Place “I’ve been able to put things into perspective during the pandemic; I like not being consumed with going out to dinner and drinks and really enjoy just spending quiet time here with my family.”

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Manifest Reality “If I can combine my love for interiors, food and lifestyle and bring it into one space...that would make my year. I’m putting it out there, because manifestation is real!

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Asleep on the job?

Experts say that might be a good thing for mental health and overall productivity.

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On a typical day, a third of the adults in the United States take a nap.

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the Nap As a university for creatives, Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) aims to provide access to resources that help promote “the unhindered flow of creative juices.” To that end, the university started offering EnergyPods—aka zero-gravity “nap pods”—on campus about 15 years back, and add to the fleet every year. “Research has shown that a 15-to-20-minute nap has amazing benefits and can positively impact areas like mood, alertness and creativity to name a few,” says Dr. Latoya Moss, Director of Counseling and Student Support Services.

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The university even goes so far to refer to the pods as “symbolic reminders of the need to recharge,” and Moss says she has seen the benefits firsthand—in not only the form of increased creativity in work products, but also in increased creativity around ways to socialize and collaborate during the age of COVID. “So many of our physical systems and symptoms are able to be regulated through sleep.”

The benefits are not lost on pediatric and adult sleep coach Kelly Murray. “Naps have been shown to improve mood, alertness, productivity, relaxation and learning,” she says, adding that companies such as Ben & Jerry’s, Google, Cisco, Huffington Post, and Facebook have also adopted nap rooms.

“In fact, a study out of the University of California Riverside showed that individuals were able to recall new information just as well after taking a nap for 60 to 90 minutes as they did after a full night of sleep.”

However, for those who have sleep issues to begin with, Murray does recommend some specifics: “Keep your nap to around 20 minutes and take it early in the afternoon, so that it doesn’t adversely impact your night sleep. A long nap can also make you feel even groggier due to sleep inertia.”

But, overall, Murray considers any company that promotes napping during the day as making a smart move. “They not only boost morale, but studies have indicated that they also boost the bottom line: Researchers at MIT found that after three weeks of daily 30-minute naps, productivity of data entry workers increased by 2.3 percent.”

Dr. Anna Persaud, biochemist and CEO of This Works, is also a big fan of the nap—so much so that her line has two separate collections devoted to the “power of sleep.”

“The last 18 months have been turbulent, and we’ve needed to prioritize sleep more than ever,” she says, pointing out that many studies show that even one night of lost sleep can have a negative impact on both physical and mental well-being. “It is essential not only for good health and well-being, but for survival as well. It protects mental and physical health,

leading to a safe and better quality of life. Naps can be a useful tool to help maintain focus, productivity and motivation and research indicates that napping during work hours in the U.S. is on the rise, likely linked to working from home. The numbers even show that remote employees are two times more likely to take naps during the workday than their in-office counterparts.”

Like Murray, Persaud recommends the 20-minute time frame, but says a nap of 90 minutes has been shown to improve cognitive performance, mood and creativity—and since it’s the full sleep cycle where you go from a light to deep to light sleep, it helps prevent any sense of grogginess. “We have a natural afternoon energy slump between 1 and 3 p.m., which is an ideal time to take a nap.

However, if a midday nap isn’t possible, then the window between 5 and 7 p.m. is also good for a short nap of 20 minutes.

Even 20 minutes is long enough to give you an immediate uplift in alertness, performance and mood—yet short enough that you stay in a light sleep and wake easily, refreshed and ready to go.”

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Spray Day As effective as the cultclassic version, This Works Sleep Power Nap Spray is a proven natural sleep aid. $32, us.thisworks.com

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Patch Game A topical sticker with serious benefits, The Good Patch Dream promises to promote some quality shut-eye. $12 for four patches, ulta.com

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SHE BELIEVED SHE COULD, SO SHE DID MEET WINNER TERI COLEMAN Fab Over 40 is a competition that celebrates women over the age of 40 who prove that ‘fabulous’ is something that is possible at every age.

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OCO CHANEL ONCE SAID, “A girl should be two things: classy and fabulous.” And that is exactly what the Fab Over 40 finalists are: Teri Coleman, a classic beauty with an enlightened soul; and Darlene Quinn, a pageant queen with a passion for helping the community. Each living their best life through clean eating, exercise, and adventure; each with fierce femininity advocating for causes that support the greater good. Introducing the Fab Over 40 winner and runner-up.

Teri Coleman lights up every room she enters. Her subtle yet enchanting demeanor has a calming effect that welcomes positive vibes. She is the ultimate southern charmer with an

ADVERTISEMENT accent that melts hearts from Georgia to her current residence in Prescott, Arizona.

With the help of supporters across the globe, Coleman ended up taking the coveted Fab Over 40 crown. “I would never want to single out any one of my supporters, but each of them helped me finish strong, and for that, I am truly indebted.” And by “finish strong,” she means winning the whole shebang.

This competition celebrates women like Coleman who are unapologetically confident and who face their age headon. “Don’t look at the calendar, just keep celebrating each day as if you will not have tomorrow. Always look at your age as just a number and nothing else. I am 50, but I

MY CHILDREN USED TO BELIEVE THAT MY KISSES HEALED THEIR WOUNDS, BUT WHAT THEY NEVER KNEW WAS THAT THEIR HUGS HEALED MINE... AND STILL DO.

don’t feel it,” she said with a subtle fierceness.

“The key to staying young is to keep moving and have a clean-eating lifestyle. Exercise is a big part of my daily routine—I either hike 8-10 miles or work out at my home gym. I mix it up. I take collagen and Ancient Nutrition bone broth, and I drink lots of water every day.”

Coleman feels that what we put in our bodies reflects our outward appearance. She is a skincare junkie and uses high-end products from brands like Lavelier, Lucrece, Eminence, Obaji, Forever Flawless, SkinMedica, Kaplan MD, and Empire Tech (red-light therapy). Her game-changer, though, is SkinBetter Science.

A deep sense of adventure is also something that keeps Coleman young at heart as she plans on skydiving her way through the next couple of decades. “Adventure should have been my middle name—I am always up for one, and I passed that on to my daughter (you are welcome, Denise). She is my ride or die as far as adventure goes.”

Not only is Coleman fearless but her friends say she is honest, caring, fun, humorous, considerate, and brave—all traits she has passed onto her kids. “I would say that my biggest achievement is that I raised my two beautiful children and got them to adulthood despite being a young mother. I had to be mom AND dad for many years. I taught them to be respectful, and, even now as adults, they will answer to everyone in the ‘yes ma’am, no ma’am, yes sir, no sir’ fashion. I taught them that if you’re thankful, show it; if you love someone, tell them; if you’re wrong, admit it; if you’re stuck, ask for help; if you made a mistake, apologize; if you fall, get back up and try again,” she expressed with the warmth of a loving mother. “I don’t know what I would do without them in my daily life. My children used to believe that my kisses healed their wounds, but what they never knew was that their hugs healed mine... and still do.”

Retired and grateful, Coleman is at the point in her life where everything feels right. “My heart is calm, and my soul is enlightened. I try to keep my thoughts positive and my vision clear. I am at peace with where I have been, with what I have been through, and with where I am headed.”

FUN FACTS Coleman loves to cook, enjoys sipping on a good Cabernet, is infatuated with numbers, has a closet full of sexy heels she isn’t afraid of wearing with jeans, loves ‘80s music, and watches Meet Joe Black any chance she gets.

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HIS STUNNING PAGEANT QUEEN/ ceramic artst/ tech company exec has intense passion for empowering women, helping the community, and increasing breast cancer awareness.

What’s more, though, is her role as a loving mother, wife, and daughter. She has a vibrant personality and an empathetc soul, and she is an inspiraton to women as they mature.

“There are so many facets of my life that lend themselves to my celebraton of life. I have a degree from Pepperdine University and am an executve business management director for Expert EMS, the tech company that my husband and I own,” said Quinn of one of the many fulfilling aspects of her life.

On the opposite spectrum, this So-Cal beauty turns heads and wins hearts walking the pageant stage. “When I turned 50 three years ago, I committed myself to saying ‘Yes.’ Yes to big opportunites; yes to help make the world a better place; and yes to making my family-life even more fulfilled.” This pledge to herself was the springboard for many lovely things including a newfound pageantry life. “I did my very first Classic Internatonal Woman in 2018, which is geared toward mature women 45+.” After taking home the crown, Quinn eventually became brand ambassador for the Ms. and Mrs. Universe pageant and went on to compete in the Ms. Internatonal pageant in Dec. 2021.

“It’s interestng because there is the stgma of pageant girls being superficial. People have it all

wrong. Pageant girls care very much about community, and the stage offers us a platform to be a louder voice. I want to get deeper into the community in terms of recovery and what that looks like to society,” she said of her devoton to her charity work. “I’ve been involved in women’s recovery for the last 30 years, and I give my tme to New Directons for women. I like to help women turn their lives around and see change. I like to see them saying yes to a clean, sober, and productve life where they can be their best possible selves and be the women they were always meant to be.”

She is also dedicated to another important cause—one that aligns with the Fab Over 40 charity component—breast cancer awareness. “I pick charites where my own life has been impacted.

Every year, I do Bingo for Boobies in support of breast cancer research.

I have two aunts and two close friends who have lived under the terror of the disease.”

Quinn is a person of great integrity who lives her life thinking about and meetng other people’s needs and trying to help others.

But it’s not all business and charity.

She lives a chic, elegant existence and isn’t afraid of getting older. “It’s

OK to age gracefully and practce acceptance. We have wisdom about ourselves and the journey that we’ve walked through, and that brings us confidence in who we are. I think age should be celebrated more than doubted,” she said.

Quinn’s lifeline is her family. She talks highly of her brother and adores her husband, but when she talks about her children, there is tender emoton in her voice. “My daughter Alyssa is my best girl friend. My bond with

SAY YES TO BIG OPPORTUNITIES. SAY YES TO HELP MAKE THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE her is extraordinary. She calls me for everything and anything. I talk to her every day,” she said, holding back tears. “I learned

to care about others from my father. He’s extraordinary in the community. The Utah Natonal Guard gave him the Minuteman Award. My parents, Paul and Jane, are my greatest supporters.”

Fab Over 40, LLC donated 75% of the net proceeds from the Competton to Natonal Breast Cancer Foundaton (NBCF).

Recognized as one of the leading breast cancer organizatons in the world, NBCF is Helping Women Now® by providing early detecton, educaton, and support services to those affected by breast cancer. A recipient of Charity Navigator’s highest 4-star ratng for 15 years, NBCF provides support through their Natonal Mammography Program, Patent Navigaton, breast health educaton, and patent support programs. For more informaton, please visit natonalbreastcancer.org.

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