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The 2023 SELF Healthy Beauty Awards: The Best Products for Your Nails, Hands, and Feet
From Aesop dupes to quick-drying polishes.
Testing, testing
How We Picked the Winners of the 2023 SELF Healthy Beauty Awards
We slathered, scrubbed, and cleansed our way through 3,100 products to get here.
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The 2023 SELF Healthy Beauty Awards: The Best Body Care Products
Sunscreen, hygiene—baby you’re a beauty queen.
Word of mouth
The 2023 SELF Healthy Beauty Awards: 16 Lipsticks, Glosses, Balms, and Tints That Get Our Kiss of Approval
Whether you’re doing the most or the least, these winners have you covered.
How do you dew?
The 2023 SELF Healthy Beauty Awards: The Best Moisturizers for Happy, Hydrated Skin
They’re the foundation of every routine—so you need one that actually works.
Gadgets and gizmos aplenty
The 2023 SELF Healthy Beauty Awards: The Best High-Tech Devices and Tools for Skin and Hair
We put big-ticket products from brands like NuFace, Therabody, and Medicube to the test—here’s what’s really worth it.
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The 2023 SELF Healthy Beauty Awards: 32 Very Good Hair Care Products for Frizz Control, Volume, and a Little Bit of Shine
Meet the winning sprays, serums, leave-ins, mousses, gels, and masks.
Head of the class
The 2023 SELF Healthy Beauty Awards: The Best New Shampoos and Conditioners for Every Hair Type
Meet our 17 Healthy Beauty Award–winning picks.
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Can a $10 Face Wash Prevent BO? We Had to Find Out.
Dermatologists weigh in on this so-called natural deodorant.
The Best Night Creams, According to Dermatologists
Whether you're in the market for a soothing mask, nourishing moisturizer, or super-effective retinol serum.
The Best Shoes Under $100 From the Zappos Joyfest Sale
We found great deals on sneakers, sandals, hiking boots, and more.
The Best Pajamas for Every Type of Sleeper
We sifted through hundreds of customer reviews and found the coziest top-rated options.
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The Best Retinol Creams and Serums, According to Dermatologists
Heal breakouts, reduce fine lines, and give your skin a serious glow.
Is My Skin ‘Purging,’ or Is Something Else Causing This Annoying Breakout?
Retinol, acids, and other potent ingredients can make things worse before they get better.
The Winding Journey to Finding the Right Vitiligo Treatment
Here’s what you can expect, physically and mentally.
The Best Cleansing Balms to Wash All the Gunk Off Your Face
Gentle options that won’t strip your skin of moisture.
What to Do If You Feel Like Your Doctor Isn’t Taking Your Skin Problems Seriously
Chronic issues like eczema and acne are frustrating enough; you deserve a dermatologist who gets it.
The Workout Skort Just Might Be Your New Spring Staple
You're not going to catch me in leggings again until next winter.
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What’s Up With IPL Hair Removal Devices?
We asked dermatologists about the pros and cons of this trending tech.