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ACIDS 101
11 Alpha Hydroxy Acid-Infused Products for Glowing Skin
They'll blur pores, fine lines, and dark spots better than any filter can.
By Jennifer Hussein
BUMPS BE GONE
14 Best KP Treatments to Soothe Rough, Inflamed Bumps
Smooth sailing ahead.
By Sarah Han, Jennifer Hussein, and Deanna Pai
LIQUID LOVE
The Best Liquid Exfoliants for Brighter and Smoother Skin, According to Dermatologists
Experts explain exactly how to choose the liquid exfoliator that's right for you.
By Marci Robin and Angela Trakoshis
Routine Appearances
November's Hair and Scalp Launches Feature Your Favorite Skin-Care Ingredients
The same ones that hydrate your complexion can have the same benefits for your hair and scalp-care routines.
By Devon Abelman
Peptide Power
July's Skin-Care Launches Prove Peptides Deserve a Place in Your Routine
We read the ingredient labels so you don't have to.
By Devon Abelman
THE GREEN LIGHT
The Best Skin-Care Treatments for Melanin-Rich Skin
Dermatologists say these ingredients actually work.
By Gabi Thorne
Skin
Why the Olay Regenerist Vitamin C + Peptide 24 Hydrating Moisturizer Is My New Go-To
Olay’s vitamin C moisturizer just might be one of the best things you’ll find in the skin-care aisle.
By Jihan Forbes
Skin
The 5 Transformative Skin-Care Ingredients Inside the Olay Regenerist Vitamin C + Peptide 24 Moisturizer
Learn about the three secret ingredients inside of Olay’s latest moisturizer, formulated to revive your dull, winter skin.
By Sarah Kinonen
Ingredient Index
Introducing, the Allure Ingredient Index
A comprehensive guide to skin care's biggest ingredients.
By Allure Editors
AHA!
Everything About AHA: Your Guide to Alpha Hydroxy Acids
Your guide to glycolic acid, lactic acid, and the rest of the AHA family.
By Jennifer Hussein and Marci Robin
Got Milk
Lactic Acid Smooths Skin With the Same Components as Sour Milk
This gentle alpha hydroxy acid touts a safety level high enough for all skin types, including those who are pregnant or nursing.
By Devon Abelman
Picnic Time
Herbivore's New Cloud Jelly Is Cottagecore in a Bottle
This hydrating, plumping pink serum is a dreamy picnic for your skin.
By Devon Abelman
Dewing It
Tatcha Is Adding a Serum to Its Famous Dewy Product Line
My dry, winter skin and I got to test first.
By Devon Abelman
Allure Podcast
The Science of Beauty: Acids Skin-Care Ingredient Guide
On this episode, we’re talking about the fine-line smoothing, breakout-minimizing, dullness-fighting power of skin-care acids.
By Julie Ricevuto
Allure Podcast
The Science of Beauty: The Complete Guide to Treating Wrinkles
There’s no shortage of advice for how to smooth lines and wrinkles — but here's what really works.
By Julie Ricevuto
All-Time Fave
Halle Berry Revealed Her Favorite Face Scrub, and It's Under $30
"I've tried lots of them over the years, and consistently, this stays my favorite."
By Marci Robin
DARK SPOT EXPLAINER
Everything You Need to Know About Hyperpigmentation
Experts share their best tips for preventing — and treating — dark spots.
By Rebecca Dancer
BUMP IT
How to Treat the Bumps on the Back of Your Arms
Dermatologists share their tips.
By Chloe Metzger
LOVE LETTERS
Ole Henriksen's Exfoliating Toner Is Why My Skin Is So Glassy
I'm finally admitting it — this skin is all thanks to you, Glow2OH.
By Nicola Dall'Asen
One-Day Riley
Sunday Riley Is Now Sold on Amazon, and This Is a Skin-Care Game-Changer
Whether you're a longtime fan of the skin-care brand or a recent convert, this is big news.
By Alexis Rhiannon