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Rebecca Dancer

Contributing Beauty Writer

BRIGHT START

Why Vitamin C Is One of the Most Important Steps in Any Skin-Care Routine

There's a reason so many dermatologists love this antioxidant. Actually, there are a few.
HAPPY FACE

How to Give Yourself a Spa-Level Facial at Home, According to Experts

A step-by-step guide for when you can't visit an aesthetician.
PSORIASIS 101

Everything You Need to Know About Psoriasis

Flare-ups can be debilitating, but the right treatment plan can help keep them at bay.
INGREDIENT EXPLAINER

What Is Salicylic Acid and How Exactly Does It Benefit Skin?

Acne's arch-nemesis has earned its breakout-clearing reputation for good reason.
bye-bye, breakouts

How to Treat Cystic Acne, According to Dermatologists

Consider this your comprehensive guide to preventing under-the-surface breakouts.
Smooth Sailing

The Razor Burn Treatment Remedies You Need to Know

Skin experts share their tips and tricks for smooth skin after shaving.
sweat it out

Here Are the Signs That Your Sweating Is Excessive

It's more common than you think. 
LED LIGHT THERAPY

What Is LED Light Therapy and How Can It Benefit Skin?

Dermatologists break down everything you need to know about this high-tech treatment. 
INGREDIENT EXPLAINER

Why You Should Add Vitamin E to Your Skin-Care Routine

Derms break down the benefits of the skin-care ingredient.
WORTH A SHOT

What Are the Benefits of Rice Water for Hair?

Experts break down the science behind the popular TikTok trend.
beauty 101

Everything You Need to Know to Identify and Treat Sensitive Skin

Yes, the pandemic may have made your skin more sensitive. 
ingredient breakdown

What You Need to Know About Using Benzoyl Peroxide as an Acne Treatment

We asked derms to break down the skin-care ingredient.
SKIN CARE 101

The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Skin Care

If skin care feels overwhelming, start here.  
Good Timing

Here's How Long to Wait Between Applying Each of Your Skin-Care Products

Spoiler alert: It's actually not as long as you'd think.
THIS VS. THAT

The Major Differences Between Gel and Dip Powder Nails

Nail experts break down everything you need to know about these seemingly similar yet completely distinct options.
Foot Fix

How to Tell If You're at Risk for Developing Bunions

Plus, the lifestyle changes you can make to keep them from getting worse. 
SKIN SCHOOL

What Exactly Is Sebum, and Why Is It So Important?

Despite popular belief, it's not quite the same thing as oil. 

Allure Editors Switch Up Their Skin-Care Routines for Fall

Here's what happened when we put Olay moisturizers to the test.
VITILIGO INFO

Everything You Should Know About Vitiligo

The skin condition is fairly common, but still misunderstood.
WARNING SIGNS

What Your Nails Could Be Telling You About Your Health

Ridges, discoloration, and markings shouldn't be ignored.