Why K-beauty tourists are flocking to Seoul’s make-up studios

Why K-beauty tourists are flocking to Seoul’s make-up studios

By Pyo Kyung-min Seoul has emerged as a global beauty mecca and, with Korean culture booming internationally, tourists are now flocking to the capital for an immersive experience in K-beauty. But rather than just stocking up on products, travellers are visiting Seoul’s make-up studios, eager to learn the secrets behind the flawless glow of Korean … Read more

Dolly Parton to launch make-up line Dolly Beauty, inspired by her desire to be beautiful

Dolly Parton to launch make-up line Dolly Beauty, inspired by her desire to be beautiful

Dolly Parton is launching a make-up line, Dolly Beauty, which will include her Heaven’s Kiss lipstick collection – with each item named after one of her hit songs. The 78-year-old country singer teased the brand on August 13 in an Instagram post, with a picture of her sitting in a make-up chair and holding a … Read more

Aditi Rao Hydari channels Bibbojaan vibes in a golden Manish Malhotra gown in these dreamy vintage photos from Cannes : Bollywood News

Aditi Rao Hydari channels Bibbojaan vibes in a golden Manish Malhotra gown in these dreamy vintage photos from Cannes : Bollywood News

Aditi Rao Hydari’s throwback photos from Cannes 2024 had her admirers in stitches. Aditi is renowned for her sophisticated and exquisite style, and she never fails to steal the show with her stunning appearance. The Heeramandi actress enjoys a good deal of popularity on social media, and her glitzy Instagram stories provide a wealth of … Read more

Viral Pat McGrath make-up for Martin Margiela haute couture show proves ‘clean girl’ look is on the out

Viral Pat McGrath make-up for Martin Margiela haute couture show proves ‘clean girl’ look is on the out

Make-up artist Pat McGrath’s porcelain doll looks – think glossy skin, thin, painted eyebrows and bow lips – at Maison Margiela’s haute couture spring/summer 2024 show mark the comeback of fantastical catwalk make-up. Haute couture’s goal has never been to sell to the masses – the pieces are often bespoke and created for an exclusive … Read more

‘I’m influencing the French aesthetic’: Violette_FR founder Violette Serrat on bucking trends and how make-up is like ‘dressing up’ for your face

‘I’m influencing the French aesthetic’: Violette_FR founder Violette Serrat on bucking trends and how make-up is like ‘dressing up’ for your face

Some days I’m like, “I really want to wear Dieux Bleu on my eyes. How can I build a look around it.” And some days I love an outfit and want to wear it. Serrat sports her Yeux Paint liquid eye shadow in Rêve de Dahlia. Photo: Violette_FR That’s why I tell people, when you … Read more

From cult status to closure fears — what happened to The Body Shop?

From cult status to closure fears — what happened to The Body Shop?

It’s a store you know by scent. For decades, the sometimes-overwhelming aroma of The Body Shop’s satsuma soaps and coconut body butters have wafted through mall concourses, as much a staple to the culture as the food court. The U.K.-based beauty and cosmetics shop has more than 3,000 retail locations in 70 countries, including 110 standalone … Read more

In the market for a diamond? Stones that are manufactured, not mined, are gaining in popularity

In the market for a diamond? Stones that are manufactured, not mined, are gaining in popularity

When Evelyn Schaffer first saw her engagement ring, she was speechless. It was a 0.76-carat, oval-cut stunner — and she said no one has been able to tell that the diamonds were created in a lab. “I’ve never seen anything like it and it’s gorgeous,” Schaffer said. “The lab-grown diamonds are actually more sparkly in my … Read more

Belly pooches are in – the rise of TikTok viral beauty trends eschewing traditional beauty standards

Belly pooches are in – the rise of TikTok viral beauty trends eschewing traditional beauty standards

According to Chua, people are beginning to embrace the trend on a more widespread level. Christine Chua is a beauty trend forecaster and analyst at trend forecasting firm WGSN. Photo: LinkedIn/Christine Chua This spans everything from so-called feral girl make-up looks – a trend that has racked up over 380 million views since going viral … Read more