I may be a beauty editor with an impressive collection of niche fragrances and indie perfumes, but I’ll be the first to admit that when posed with the question ‘what is your favourite fragrance brand?’, my answers are nothing but predictable. In fact, some of my most worn perfumes are from classic, heritage perfume brands such as Chanel … Read more
I’m a sucker for sweet scents, so, of course, most of the best vanilla perfumes take up space in my fragrance rotation. Don’t get me wrong, florals and musks have their place — even in some of my go-to vanilla fragrances — but there’s something about the sweet warmth of a creamy vanilla note that … Read more
Let’s cut to the chase: are hair perfumes necessary? Absolutely not. Are they a fun, often less expensive alternative to regular perfume? Absolutely. Give one of the best hair perfumes a go if you’re on a fragrance kick and looking to expand your collection — maybe you’ll ditch your standard eau de parfum for good. … Read more
The best candles have a unique way of elevating any bedroom, living room, or apartment, creating comfort and swankiness no matter the month or your mood. While some people think of candles as holiday treats to light up while prepping for Christmas, here at Allure, we encourage you to light that wick all year long because you … Read more
Say it with us: Colored mascara isn’t just for red carpets and runways. Sure, it has made appearances at Fall/Winter 2023 shows (makeup artist Pat McGrath painted vibrant blues onto models’ lashes for Anna Sui), but a few sweeps of the stuff is perfect for your TikTok FYP and even — dare we say — … Read more
