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How to Detox Your Summer Hair from All the Chlorine, Salt Water, and UV Damage
Restore your hair to its pre-summer glory.
The Best Primers, Setting Sprays, and Finishing Powders to Help Your Makeup Last
Keep your look locked in place.
New and Innovative Self-Tanners for Summer
Streaky, orange messes are a thing of the past.

Is This Controversial Ingredient In Your Sunscreen Doing More Harm Than Good?
Mineral-based sunscreens are better for coral reefs—but are they also a better for your skin?
Watercolor-Inspired Makeup Tips and Products That Are Perfect for Summer
Formulas that look pigmented—but feel weightless—are perfect for the warm season.

This Spray Finally Solved My Summer-Frizz Hair Struggle
Bye-bye puffy summer hair.

5 Weird Side Effects of Too Much Sun
Be mindful this weekend of when it's time to sit in the shade.

Cute Red, White, and Blue Fourth of July Nail Designs
Patriotic nail art FTW.

Yes, "Sunscreen Pills" Really Are a Terrible Idea
File them next to waist trainers and magical cellulite creams.

Heat Is Wreaking Havoc On Your Skin (Here's What You Can Do to Protect It)
Just because you apply sunscreen doesn't mean you're in the clear.

The Best Way to Apply Self-Tanner Based On Your Skin Tone
New formulas hydrate and provide a gradual glow.
5 Bold New Fragrances You'll Want to Wear All Summer
Whether you want clean and sexy, or fun but sophisticated, look to these bold picks.

Metallic Highlights Are Going to Be This Summer’s Prettiest Hair Trend
Book your appointment now.

Unicorn Snot Is the Glittery SPF That Makes Sun Safety Magically Easy
You every 5 minutes: "I think it's time to reapply!!!"

Can Athleisure Makeup Stand Up to Workouts In 90-Degree Weather?
Can "exercise-proof" makeup REALLY last through the sweatiest workouts?
Refreshing Spritzes That Solve All Your Summer Beauty Issues
Melt-proof makeup, anyone?

People Are Forgetting to Apply Sunscreen On a Very Important Part of Their Body
Prevent skin cancer, everywhere.
How to Master Pretty Pops of Color for Makeup That Screams Summer
No need to shy away from reds and purples, here's how to wear bright makeup this summer.

Does Natural Sunscreen Hold Up Against Regular Sunscreen?
We spoke to derms to find out.
How to Shrink Large Pores for Flawlessly Clear Skin
The best ways to keep your skin clear through Labor Day and beyond

The (Surprising) First Thing You Should Do When You Get a Sunburn
Other than seek shade immediately.
Sunscreens for Working Out That Don't Suck—or Streak or Leave You Greasy
<em>Shape</em> editor-tested products that will make lathering up less of a chore this summer.
The 5 Best Ways to Keep Mosquitoes from Eating You Alive
From garlic to portable fans.

The 4-Second Way to Prevent Ingrown Hairs
Hint: It's in your medicine cabinet.