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Hailee Steinfeld On The Warm, Sweet Perfume She Wants To Wear Everywhere

When it comes to fragrance, I think most people fall into one

Ariana Madix's Hairstylist Shares Her "Love Island" Hair Secrets

If there was one constant throughout “Love Island USA” Season 8, it was Ariana Madix showing up with a completely different hair look. From big, bombshell volume to sleek lengths and high-shine waves, celebrity hairstylist Carl Bembridge (@carlbembridgehair) was behind some of the host’s biggest hai

The Modern Slick Back is All About Movement: Here's How to Style It

Mariska Hargitay's 2026 Emmys Hair Was a Subtle Tribute to Her Mom—See the Photos

Mariska Hargitay wore a few different hairstyles at the 2026 Emmy Awards, including easy waves on the red carpet and a long bombshell blowout during the show to pay homage to her mother Jayne Mansfield.

Nicole Kidman's Curtain Bangs Swept the Emmys 2026 Red Carpet—See the Photos

And the award for Best Bangs goes to…

7 Brands Unite For Texture Mastery Pro Education in NYC

This October, L’Oréal Professional Products Division (PPD) will bring seven of its brands together in New York City for Texture Mastery Pro, a two-day event dedicated to textured hair education. Programming will take place Oct. 7 and 8 at the new L’Oréal Academy East in Hudson Ya

How Amy Liu Built Her Sensitive Skin Brand Tower28 at 40

Before Amy Liu built Tower28, the company t

How Do Commission, Rental and Hybrid Models Compare?

Commission, chair rental or hybrid: Which structure could leave you with more take-home income? The answer depends on more than your commission percentage, weekly rent or monthly service revenue. Expenses, taxes, benefits, unpaid time off and the consistency of your book all affect what remains. Alo

When Endometriosis Makes My Body Unrecognizable, Perfume Helps Me Reclaim It

Screenshot Welcome to Note to Self, Refinery29’s fragrance series exploring perfume beyond the bottle. Thr

The Case Against Saving Your Favorite Perfume “For Best”

Welcome to Note to Self, Refinery29’s fragrance series exploring perfume beyond the bottle. Through intimate stories and scent mem

Zendaya Debuted Her New Pixie Cut at the 2026 Emmys—See the Photos

This is major.

Selena Gomez's Mermaid Waves at the 2026 Emmys Just Keep Flowing and Flowing—See the Photos

She hasn't worn her hair this long in awhile.

The Best Beauty Looks at the 2026 Emmy Awards? You Decide

Vote on which hair, makeup, and nails you'd want to try yourself.

The Modern Rachel Haircut Is Back for Fall 2026

Layers are back—and the modern Rachel is leading the charge for fall. Chris McMillan, who created the original '90s icon, reveals how to execute the updated cut with longer length, softer texture, and serious salon appeal.

The "Practical Magic 2" Ageism Controversy Misses the Point

Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock play 40-something moms in the sequel, while their kids were recast. Personally, I’m not taking issue with their unlined faces—I'm taking notes.

11 Best Wrinkle Creams 2026 for Smoother, Firmer Skin

When used consistently, these potent formulas seriously firm skin and keep moisture loss at bay.

Arizona’s Attorney General Alleges L’Oréal Downplayed Cancer Risks in New Lawsuit

Filed by Arizona's attorney general, it describes "a callous disregard for the health of Arizona consumers, particularly women of African descent."

The 8 Biggest New Hair Launches To Know This Fall

Fall's biggest launches are reshaping color correction, toning, and texture work—here's what's actually landing behind the chair and why these eight products matter for your bookings.

The Best Street Style From New York Fashion Week SS27 Day 1

From unexpected patterns to layered belts, see the best street style from the first day of New York Fashion Week's Spring-Summer 2027 season.

Let Black Girls Be Little: The Debate Over Elementary Schoolers Wearing Wigs And Lashes

From lace fronts to lash extensions, the line between playground play and adult beauty standards is blurring. We dive into why this shift has the community talking.

The Physical Cost Of Carrying It All: How Our Beliefs Impact Our Health

A life-changing event forced me to look at the receipts. Here is how everyday stress, systemic friction and the pressure to stay strong leave a literal footprint on Black women’s bodies.

Fashion Bomb Daily Is Celebrating 20 Years With Star-Studded Fashion Show This NYFW

The milestone celebration will bring together fashion and entertainment tastemakers for runway presentations, a special performance and the launch of Belo Records & Co.

It’s Fashion Week! Black-Owned Fall Fashion Items You Need In Your Wardrobe From We Love Us

Cooler temperatures call for cozy layers, stylish boots and versatile pieces.

Sherri Shepherd Gets Emotional As Her Son Jeffrey, Who Has Special Needs, Heads Off To College

The TV host and comedian is embracing a new chapter for her son, and herself, after years of preparing him for independence.

Fine Hair Exposes Every Weft Mistake: 5 Install Tips to Get It Right

A weft can disappear through the back and still give itself away at the hairline. On fine hair, density, placement and bead tension leave little margin for error. The smallest install choices can determine how well the weft stays concealed, how comfortably it wears and how the client’s natural hair

She Had No Coding Experience. Then She Built A Tool That Helped Thousands Navigate The Ballot

Karima Williams had no coding experience when she used AI to build an interactive voter guide designed to make local elections more accessible for Prince George’s County residents.

What Does ‘Salon-Quality’ Haircare Actually Mean?

With some natural hair influencers turning away from Black-owned brands, the terms used to discredit those brands mean less than they lead on.

Inside the 2026 BTC Show With Thousands of Hairdressers and Hair's Biggest Names

Over four unforgettable days, thousands of hairdressers representing 65 countries gathered for The BTC Show 2026 to experience live education, major reveals, career conversations and the connection that happens when the global hair industry comes together in one place. Tracey Cunningham (@traceycunn

All The Best Labor Day Sales For Home, Fashion & Beauty Deals In One Spot

Your Labor Day countdown is officially on. With the long w

Serious Question: Is Full Coverage Foundation Dead?

My earliest memories of shopping for foundation and <a hre

The Best Collabs This Week, From FP Movement & Huda Beauty To Crocs

If there's one thing we've learned from Refinery29 readers' shopping habits, it's that you love a good brand collaboration (just like us). But among a sea of new partnerships, it can be hard to fish out the best of the b

17 Revamped Haircut Trends Dominating Fall, According To Top Stylists

Okay, we aren’t exactly lacking in haircut trends. Recently, we