Beauty
What the SPF Number and the Stars on a Sunscreen Really Promise
A sunscreen label carries two ratings that measure different things. Here is how to read them, how much to apply, and why the bottle is only part of the answer.
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Retinol, Slowly: How to Start and What to Expect
Retinol is the skincare ingredient most often recommended and most often used too fast. A plain account of how it differs from prescription retinoids, how to introduce it, and who should check first.
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How a Fragrance Is Built, and How to Choose One Without Being Hurried
A perfume changes from the moment it is sprayed. Understanding notes, concentrations and the way skin and time alter a scent makes it much easier to choose one you will still like in three hours.