Skin
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The 2023 SELF Healthy Beauty Awards: The Best Facial Cleansers, Scrubs, and Balms
Tester-approved products for dry, sensitive, acne-prone, and uneven skin.
By Sara Coughlin
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.
By Sarah Madaus
These Are the Best Antioxidants to Add to Your Skin Care Routine
Vitamin C is a biggie, but it’s not the only one worth your time and money.
By Melanie Rud
SP-F yeah!
How to Reapply Sunscreen Over Makeup Without Making a Goopy Mess
We asked dermatologists for their favorite tips, tricks, and products.
By Jenna Ryu
I’m a Grown-Ass Adult—Why Is Chin Acne Still Ruining My Life?
Dermatologists explain those frustrating breakouts—and how to treat them.
By Jenna Ryu
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The Best Sunscreens for Sensitive Skin, According to Dermatologists
There are some formulas you should avoid, but there are still plenty of great options.
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By Sara Coughlin
Know before you glow
I Tried the Viral HydraFacial for My Ultrasensitive Skin
The pricey treatment is all over TikTok and supposedly gives you a glassy complexion in 30 minutes.
By Jenna Ryu
Here’s How to Tell If Your Sunscreen Has Expired
You might think using old SPF is no biggie, but that half-empty bottle could be working against you.
By Jenna Ryu
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The Best Tinted Sunscreens, According to Dermatologists
We’ve got options for all skin types—and they won’t leave you with the dreaded white cast.
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By Holly Carter
SELF Daily
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Kerry Washington Shared the Ingredient That ‘Transformed’ Her Eczema-Prone Skin
At 46, the actor’s routine is all about hydration.
By Kayla Blanton
Here’s Exactly How Sunscreen Works to Protect Your Skin
What does SPF mean? Is mineral sunblock better? We got the answers.
By Jenna Ryu
Kristin Davis Said She Was ‘Ridiculed Relentlessly’ After Getting Botox and Fillers
The “Sex and the City” actor even “shed tears” in response to the criticism.
By Kayla Blanton
Face time
The 2023 SELF Healthy Beauty Awards: The Best New Serums, Masks, and Spot Treatments to Level Up Your Skin Care Routine
We tested products and pored over ingredient labels so you don’t have to.
By Sarah Madaus
High five
The 2023 SELF Healthy Beauty Awards: The Best Products for Your Nails, Hands, and Feet
From Aesop dupes to quick-drying polishes.
By Malia Griggs
Slather round
The 2023 SELF Healthy Beauty Awards: The Best Body Care Products
Sunscreen, hygiene—baby you’re a beauty queen.
By Sara Coughlin
Pit stop
Can a $10 Face Wash Prevent BO? We Had to Find Out.
Dermatologists weigh in on this so-called natural deodorant.
By Jenna Ryu
The Best Night Creams, According to Dermatologists
Whether you're in the market for a soothing mask, nourishing moisturizer, or super-effective retinol serum.
By Daisy Maldonado and Sara Coughlin
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Beauty
The Best Retinol Creams and Serums, According to Dermatologists
Heal breakouts, reduce fine lines, and give your skin a serious glow.
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By Sara Coughlin
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.
By Jenna Ryu
The Winding Journey to Finding the Right Vitiligo Treatment
Here’s what you can expect, physically and mentally.
By Korin Miller
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The Best Cleansing Balms to Wash All the Gunk Off Your Face
Gentle options that won’t strip your skin of moisture.
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By Sara Coughlin
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.
By Melanie Rud
Beauty
What’s Up With IPL Hair Removal Devices?
We asked dermatologists about the pros and cons of this trending tech.
By Mara Santilli
If Your Skin Is Itchy and Irritated, You Might Want to Get a Patch Test
Even if you already know you have eczema, it’s still a good idea.
By Melanie Rud
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10 Acne Patches That'll Help You Stop Picking at Your Pimples
Shop—don’t pop.
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By Sara Coughlin