summer
Nails
Summer 2026’s Short Nail Designs Prove Natural Nails Don’t Have to Be Boring
Mini polka dots, slim French tips, and raised 3D gel designs work just as well—if not better—on short nails.
By Annie Blay-Tettey
She's The Birthday
All That Glitters Is Olandria's Gilded Birthday Makeup
The Love Island star is giving us peak summer, sparkly glam.
By Annie Blay-Tettey
Nails
Watercolor Nails Are This Summer's Dreamiest Nail Art Trend
Get lost in the mini Impressionist works on your fingertips.
By Annie Blay-Tettey
Nails
The Summer Nail Color Trends of 2026 Will Have You Walking on Sunshine
Marigold, sky blue, and cloud white pair beautifully with the scenes of the season.
By Annie Blay-Tettey
Nails
This Summer’s Top Nail Art Trends Are All About Feel-Good Finishes
From rippling waves to ridged seashells, you’ll be tempted to touch these nail designs.
By Annie Blay-Tettey
NO SWEAT
7 Best Air-Dry Creams to Perfect Your Heatless Styles
Give your hair a break.
By Angela Trakoshis, Michelle Rostamian, and Christa Joanna Lee
Beauty Product Reviews
The June Allure Beauty Box Is Full of Summery Multitaskers
You’ll get a Buxom lip liner that’s so pretty it can double as lipstick, a Naked Sundays sunscreen with a luminous finish, and more! The June Allure Beauty Box is a $197 value for $19.99
By Elizabeth Siegel
SEASON'S HEATINGS
Act Fast—Amazon’s Summer Beauty Deals Are Over on May 11
Stock up on these discounted goodies before the sale ends on May 11.
By Annie Blackman and Angela Trakoshis
Beauty Product Reviews
The August Allure Beauty Box Is All About Fresh, Clean Summer Beauty
You’ll get a best-selling niche “skin scent,” a dramatic tubing mascara from KVD Beauty, and so much more!
By Allure Editors
SOLSTICE SCENTS
The 18 Best Summer Fragrances of 2024
Warmer weather calls for cool, fresh fragrances.
By Marci Robin and Sarah Hoffmann
SALES FOR DAYS
Celebrate All Things Fall With Kosas's 20% Off Sale
Turn over a new leaf with these savings.
By Angela Trakoshis and Sarah Han
YOUR SPF BFF
This Supergoop Sale Would Like to Remind You That SPF Is a Year-Round Deal
It's never too late to stock up on award-winning sunscreens.
By Sarah Han and Jennifer Hussein
DON'T SWEAT IT
Best Sweat-Proof Makeup Products That'll Stay Put Through the Heat
Give your makeup bag a summer refresh with these picks.
By Sarah Hoffmann
THIS VS. THAT
Wait, Should I Be Using Antiperspirant or Deodorant?
Not all pits are created equal.
By Loren Savini
COUNTING BACKWARD
The Planet Saturn Goes Retrograde on June 17
Here's what that means, astrologically.
By Emily Newhouse
SHADES ON
17 Best Sunglasses to Buy Online for Style and UV Protection
Your summer wardrobe isn't complete without one of these styles.
By Sarah Hoffmann and Jennifer Hussein
BEAT THE HEAT
12 Best Summer Makeup Tips for a Sweat-Proof Look
The sweatiest season of the year is coming, so prepare your makeup bag with these tips.
By Sarah Kinonen and Gabi Thorne
Power Plaits
7 Braided Hairstyles to Wear for the Ultimate Hot Girl Summer
This is a reminder to book your hair appointment right after you schedule that flight to paradise.
By Annie Blay-Tettey
NO CHALKINESS
13 Best Sunscreens for Dry Skin That Will Hydrate and Protect
Say good riddance to dry patches and flakiness.
By Michelle Rostamian
IN THE STARS
The August 2022 Full Moon Is in Aquarius
Here's what that means, astrologically.
By Emily Newhouse