Koh Gen Do HD Makeup
Koh Gen Do review: the Japanese luxury brand’s HD heritage and Maifanshi Aqua Foundation, why makeup artists love the finish, who it suits, and where to buy it in 2026.
Taking it to the Streets with Pop Singer Adrienne Lau
Another Taking It to the Streets, our running profile series. This installment: pop singer Adrienne Lau — and the kind
Mason Pearson Brush: Worth the Splurge? My Honest Tried & Tested Take
Editor’s note: this post is from our archive. Mason Pearson’s bristle-and-nylon brushes have been made the same way for decades,
Haute or Thrifty
The endless beauty debate: when is the luxury version actually better, and when are you paying for the box? Haute
Clinique Almost Lipstick in Black Honey: My BFF Lip Color
Editor’s note: this post is from our archive. The original shimmering powder we wrote about has been discontinued, but Clinique’s
Foods to Eat for Healthy, Glowing Skin
Editor’s note (updated October 2026): we have expanded this early post with what the evidence supports, and where it is
Condition Me
Editor’s note (updated October 2026): we have expanded this early post with how conditioner works, how to choose one, and
Bring It Back Monday
The Monday column dedicated to the products that fell out of rotation and deserve to come back. Beauty bags become
Rose Opera by YSL
YSL Rose Opera review: the romantic rose Rouge Pur Couture lipstick shade, how to find your perfect YSL rose today, and where to buy it in 2026.
My Current Obsession: NYX Matte Lipstick
Editor’s note: this post is from our archive. NYX has reformulated and rebranded its matte lipstick lineup over the years;