Image Source: Getty/Momodu Mansaray / Stringer
Marsai Martin is putting an elegant spin on a Y2K beauty trend: the '90s supermodel lip. The actor graced the BET Awards red carpet and kept her makeup neutral-toned while wearing an enchanting pink jade manicure. But her brown lip liner was the breakout star - it gave a nod to the trend that dominated the '90s.

The supermodel lip could readily be seen on stars like Brandy or the Spice Girls in the early aughts, and more recently on Megan Thee Stallion, Lizzo, and Storm Reid. The original version was a bit stark, but there is an easy way to update the trend to 2022 standards as Martin has. "The late-'90s version was almost a dark ring of liner without blending, where the lip liner almost looked like a ring around the upper and lower lips," celebrity makeup artist and Catrice Cosmetics ambassador Robert Sesnek previously told POPSUGAR. "The best way to update this trend is better blending and diffusing of the deeper liner shade into the lip color."

If you're looking to try the trend for yourself, Sesnek has a tip. "Use a liner that's only two or three shades deeper [thank your skin tone] and use warm shades rather than cool tones," he says. Additionally "use a deeper lip liner and warmer shade of golden brown gloss to make this look more modern and wearable."

Take a closer look at Martin's makeup below.

Image Source: Getty/Momodu Mansaray/WireImage

If we learned one thing from the celebrity beauty looks at the 2022 BET awards, it's that the chrome manicure trend is here to stay. Previously seen on celebrities like Dua Lipa and Zendaya, the trend has continued to gain popularity over the last few months. Most recently, Hailey Bieber put her own spin on the style and dubbed her version of a chrome manicure "glazed donut nails," and the look has been going viral on TikTok ever since.

At the 2022 BET awards this Sunday night, we spotted more chrome manicures than we could count. If you're still unfamiliar with the trend, "chrome nails are a type of nail design or polish that uses special ingredients in chrome powder to give a metallic, reflective, mirrored finish to the nail," celebrity manicurist and educator Julie Kandalec previously told POPSUGAR. "Chrome can be used on the entire nail or in partially targeted areas of the nail bed as part of the design of the nail art."

To achieve chrome nails of your own, you can either purchase a chrome nail polish such as CND Shellac's Silver Chrome ($15), or you can use a chrome powder like the OPI Chrome Effects in Tin Man Can ($25).

Keep scrolling to check out all of the chrome manicure inspiration we've been loving from the 2022 BET Awards.

Billy Porter is not one to shy away from serving jaw-dropping red carpet looks, and the BET Awards were no exception. The "Pose" actor appeared at the June 26 award show in Los Angeles sporting a dramatic all-grey Rick Owens outfit with ultra-high shoulders. And while his outfit was certainly a sight to see, also stunning was Porter's metallic eye makeup: His eyelids were covered in a black eyeshadow, accentuated by silver metallic half-moons positioned both above and below each eye.

Porter has been known to go all out for red carpet events, and a few of his past looks include his meme-inspiring mechanical lampshade hat at the 2020 Grammy Awards. There was also the time he covering his body in temporary butterfly tattoos at the 2020 Critic's Choice Awards. Keep scrolling to see more of Porter's latest impressive beauty look.

Image Source: Getty/Amy Sussman / Staff

The finger-wave mullet Lizzo wore on the BET Awards red carpet secured the singer a spot on the list of the night's best beauty moments. The hairstyle was an '80s dream featuring finger waves at the front, and a mullet in the back. One of the best parts of the look? The exaggerated baby hairs swirled to perfection and framing her face.

Mullets have been making a comeback, with other celebrities like Miley Cyrus, Halsey, and Billie Eilish spotted with the style. Though the mullet may be divisive, modern iterations of the trend feel effortlessly cool, so don't be intimidated if you want to give the look a try for yourself. "This haircut is for someone who is confident, who steps outside the box, and whose style is on the edgier side," celebrity hairstylist and cofounder of Nine Zero One salon Riawna Capri previously told POPSUGAR. "Ultimately, when you're wearing a unique hairstyle or piece of clothing, if you have the confidence to rock it and be different, everyone else will love it, too."

Lizzo has become known for her trendy, avant-garde hairstyles courtesy of her long-standing relationship with hairstylist Shelby Swain, who is behind many of Lizzo's most popular looks. Swain was again behind this finger-wave mullet. She used the Dove Amplified Textures and Dove Hair Therapy collections for the occasion. Take a closer look at Lizzo's hairstyle below.

Image Source: Getty/Paras Griffin / Stringer

• Fourth of July nails are a great way to celebrate Independence Day.
• There are tons of ideas for patriotic nails to choose from.
• From stars and stripes to abstract ideas, here are the best Fourth of July nails for 2022.

Summer is officially here, which means it's finally time for fun at the beach, experimental makeup, and Fourth of July festivities. If you're like us, you'll take any excuse you can get to change up your nails - and Independence Day is one of them.

We're seeing impressive fourth of July nail art designs all over Instagram, ranging from simple stripes to intricate fireworks. The beauty of celebratory nail art is that you have the freedom to get creative, whether you DIY your manicure or enlist help from a pro at a salon. Whether you're into classic french manicures but with patriotic colors, abstract designs with polka dots, or the simple, all-white nail look, you're sure to find an option that you like for the Fourth of July and beyond.

Keep reading for the best Fourth of July nails for 2022.

–Additional reporting by Sarah Siegel and Naomi Parris

• Summer typically means minimal beauty routines, including pared-back hair-care routines.
• Versatile sew-in extensions are an easy style that will have you looking put together in minutes.
• A professional hairstylist explains what you should know about the style.

For many people, the start of summer means the end to long, drawn-out beauty routines. Now, more than ever, you may be looking to pare back in order to maximize the amount of time you spend outside - which is why you may want an equally low-key hairstyle to stick to throughout the warmer months. Styles like braids or cornrows are staples, but if you've never considered versatile sew-ins, it's time to do so.

What exactly are versatile sew-ins? Unlike traditional sew-ins, versatile sew-ins are extremely customizable when it comes to styling options. "A versatile sew-in is a style that gives people the option to wear their extensions up or down and modify a left or right part for their choosing," hairstylist and educator Patricia Flournoy tells POPSUGAR. "Versatile sew-ins make your hair look as natural as possible." The magic of this style is in the overall look and placement of the hair once the extensions are sewn in. "Versatile sew-ins are flatter, more smooth, and incorporate more natural-hair leave-out. Typically, the entire head is used for a traditional sew-in, and the braids may be larger."

If you want to give this style a try, there are some tips to keep in mind. First, human-hair extensions, which may cost more than synthetic versions, are often recommended for the style's longevity. Speaking of prices: while the overall cost depends on the market and number of hair packs you personally need to install, you can generally expect to pay at least $225 or more, Flournoy says. Lastly, she says, the length of your hair matters: "Usually, clients with longer hair are considered for the versatile sew-in, since quite a bit of natural leave-out is needed for the style. Most shorter-haired clients won't have enough for coverage."

In addition, make sure the stylist you go to is well-versed in all aspects of versatile sew-ins, including the steps it takes to prepare for the install. "Clients should look for a stylist with extensive experience in braiding techniques as well as hair and net install to ensure that the client's natural hair is not damaged," Flournoy says. "Braids must be small [and] close together, and tracks need to be put in correctly. The more well-versed the hairstylist is, the better your experience with this style will be."

Maintenance for versatile sew-ins is the same as that for a normal sew-in or your natural hair: keep it detangled and sleep with a satin bonnet on at night. Otherwise, you can wake up each morning and keep your hair natural, put it in ponytails or plaits, or switch up your parts. The options to make this style your own are truly endless.

If you need some inspiration for your own versatile sew-in, take a look at these pictures of the style on Instagram.

• The split french manicure is a popular choice for summer.
• The nail trend uses two colors for the line on the tip.
• You can customize the french manicure to fit your style.

French manicures are the It nail-art trend right now. They can be minimal or maximal, colorful or understated, traditional or completely personalized - the choices are abound. If you typically like to put a fun spin on your nails, the newest iteration goes by the name of the split french manicure, and with it, the possibilities are limitless.

At first glance, the split french manicure looks like your average french mani with a line of color at the edge of the nail, but upon closer inspection, you can see that the colorful strip is actually divided in two, right down the middle. With the split french manicure, half of the french tip is painted on in one nail polish color and the other half in something different.

You can pick a two nail polish color scheme for the whole manicure or alternate colors of each hand. Choosing bold shades will make your nails stand out, but you can also use more neutral hues, like white, beige, black, and tans for a subtler approach. Either way, paired with the neutral base nail polish color on the rest of the nail, the look will pop.

The colorful split french manicure trend has summer written all over it. Keep reading to get inspiration to take with you to the nail salon for this fun nail-art trend.

Image Source: Getty/Prince Williams / Contributor

Marsai Martin is combining the best of both worlds to get a manicure that you'll want to re-create asap. Martin's manicurist, Eri Ishizu, posted a picture of the actor's nails on her Instagram Story, and her manicure combines jade nails with the trending milk-bath hue.

Martin's manicure features a midlength, tapered-square shape and a soft pink base color. The swirled lines, meant to mimic the look of the stone, were done in white and gave Martin's manicure a soft, ethereal feel that still looks and feels seasonally appropriate.

This isn't the first time that Ishizu has created an eye-catching jade nail for one of her celebrity clients. The manicurist also created a look for Lizzo last year with pointed, green stiletto tips and gold decals on each finger that read "Souf west."

The look is an elegant take on the milky-colored manicures that have taken social media by storm over the past few months. Though milk-bath manicures typically are done sans any nail designs, Martin's gorgeous jade nails remind us that adding a bit of art to each finger doesn't hurt. See her manicure here.

Image Source: Instagram user @erierinailz

In 2019, personalized beauty really started to boom. Many of these customizable beauty brands began harnessing AI software to help give consumers a unique shopping experience specifically tailored to them. This trend only increased in 2020 when stores closed down, and the year after that, and so on. Now, personalized beauty brands are aplenty, but do they actually provide a better experience?

It's no secret: a lot of the beauty industry is filled with noise from various marking claims that aren't regulated. The idea of personalized skin care is great so long as it's actually personalized. Below, three experts dive a little deeper into what it means to be a personalized skin-care brand, if it's worth the splurge (because it typically doesn't come cheap), and where the software behind it is limited.

The Science Behind Personalized Skin Care

Every personalized skin-care brand is different, but the overarching science behind it is dermatology compounding. "People can get customized solutions that are prepared by dermatologists and pharmacists that contain the exact ingredients that are going to work best for their individual needs," Rohan Widdison, CEO of cosmetics manufacturer New Laboratories, a cosmetic manufacturer out of Australia, tells POPSUGAR.

Through online quizzes or questionnaires, some brands mix custom formulations specifically for you, while others match you to the right products for your skin type and concerns from a set number of options. "Online quizzes or questionnaires help determine the right products by asking questions about the person's lifestyle, skin concerns, complexion, allergies, sensitivities, and skin goals, which are all factors when it comes to skin care," Widdison says.

The Benefits of Personalized Skin-Care Products

The idea behind personalized skin care is solid. "Our skin has its own unique personality, from its own microbiome composition to how it is predisposed to injury and ultimately how it reacts to external triggers, including skin care," Sajani Barot, PhD, pharmaceutical industry professional and founder of The Skin Consult, says.

Depending on what's asked in the questionnaire, you can ensure the products you're using don't include ingredients you're sensitive to.

"Personalized skin-care products can also be helpful for people to cut through the 'noise,'" Widdison says. "A lot of people don't know what they should be using or what their skin actually needs, and they get overwhelmed by the number of choices on the market."

Is Personalized Skin Care Worth It?

Personalized skin care doesn't typically come at a cheap price - on average, it's not the most expensive option on the market, but it's certainly more than drugstore products - so is it still worth the splurge?

"Personalized regimens are beneficial only when they are actually personalized," Dr. Barot says. "Unfortunately, many so-called personalized skin-care brands are not as personalized as we think they are. Unless someone is sitting in a lab and making these products from scratch each time a customer takes a skin quiz, it's not personalized."

Naana Boakye, MD, MPH, board-certified dermatologist and founder of Bergen Dermatology, agrees but adds: "It is best to see a dermatologist or a provider in person/virtually if there is one accessible to the individual. There are so many nuances to one's health that cannot be ascertained by a questionnaire or a quiz."

Skin care is complex, and while an online quiz can make it easier to find the right formulations than just aimlessly wandering the aisle of your local beauty retailer, it doesn't replace getting expert advice directly from a skin professional. "Certain conditions fall on a spectrum, and this is why seeing a dermatologist would help tailor or customize the treatment regimen further."

The current AI software used by a majority of the beauty industry is also far from perfect. "Many of these apps always give me false recommendations because I am a woman of color, and the products they recommend are not appropriate for me and do not identify my skin concerns," Dr. Barot says. "These softwares and robots are as good as the data they are built with, so as an industry, we have to recognize that often there is a lack of diversity in these data sets."

Personalized brands can be a powerful tool, especially if you need help putting together a basic regimen or discovering the right ingredient for you, but they don't replace the need for dermatologist expertise, and they're certainly not the only pathway to good skin - the alternative just takes a little bit more heavy lifting on your end. If you do shop for customizable skin-care products, just do your research before buying.

Image Source: Getty / Todd Owyoung / NBC

Demi Lovato has a rockstar haircut to mark their new artistic era. Ahead of the release of their eighth album, "Holy Fvck," later this summer, the singer debuted a shag haircut in a selfie shared to Instagram Stories on June 23. Lovato tagged their glam team, consisting of Amber Maynard Bolt, Anthony Holguin, Cj Romero, Cesar Deleon Ramirez, and Jill Powell.

In the past year, the shag has seen a resurgence since its original popularity in the 1980s. The cut typically consists of a shoulder-length style with textured layers and curtain bangs. Lovato's haircut fits that description to a tee. Prior to the shag, Lovato was rocking more of a mullet, which was seen as she performed her new single, "Skin of My Teeth," on "The Tonight Show."

Lovato began the year with a buzz cut and wrote on Instagram at the time "#freshstart." Before that, they had a pixie cut and shared their goal to shave their head in a Glamour interview in March 2021. Lovato expressed using hair to signal their evolving gender identity. They said, "I'm following my healers' timeline, and I'm using this time to really study and educate myself on my journey and what I'm preparing to do."

Image Source: Instagram user ddlovato

Image Source: Getty/Jon Kopaloff / Stringer

Britney Spears is welcoming newly wed life with a new haircut. The singer posted a picture on Instagram lounging by the pool, and at first glance, you may not have noticed that she recently opted for a fresh hairstyle. If you take a closer look, however, you'd see that Spears's normally mid-back-length hair is now shoulder-length.

Sharing a recap of the past few weeks since her star-studded wedding, Spears's caption reads in part: "I cut all my hair short and my husband just made me a steak … life is good 💋💋💋🌹🌹🌹 !!!" She isn't the only star to welcome the summer with a new cut. Jennifer Aniston recently got a light dusting, Lana Condor cut her hair into a lob to promote her upcoming movie, "Boo, Bitch," and Sydney Sweeney recently sported a bob haircut on the cover of Vogue Hong Kong (though the latter was most likely a wig).

If you're looking to join Spears and get a new haircut of your own, you have options. Styles that are currently trending include the "airspace" haircut, octopus haircut, undercut, and curtain bangs. For inspiration, take a look at Spears's post-wedding cut ahead.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Britney Spears (@britneyspears)

Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Tori Crowther

• Dermaplaning is a way to get rid of hair and skin buildup on the face.
• The procedure utilizes a surgical blade to shave the face.
• Our editor tried a dermaplaning facial and spoke with an aesthetic doctor about all of her burning dermaplaning questions - see below for her results.

I've always been intrigued by dermaplaning, a form of exfoliation which involves removing the fine hairs from the face with a surgical blade. Face shaving removes that annoying peach fuzz, creates the perfect base for makeup application, and, due to the fact it allows product to penetrate the skin better, leaves skin with an incredible glow. But I was cautious of trying it for two reasons. The first is that it's yet another thing to add to my already long beauty regimen. I do really enjoy spending time looking after my skin, but adding more steps leaves less time to binge-watch my favorite TV shows. My second concern is probably what you're all thinking: the dreaded fear that my hair would grow back thicker and faster. Spoiler: it didn't.

I finally decided to take the plunge and tried the Egyptian Facial with Dr. David Jack, which includes dermaplaning. The good news? I lived to tell the tale. If you're considering getting baby-soft, fuzz-free skin but have concerns, here are 10 things you need to know before getting it done (including some extremely candid photos of my experience).

Dermaplaning Doesn't Hurt

Honestly, it sounds and looks a lot scarier than it is. Dermaplaning is safe, and the procedure doesn't hurt, but it definitely isn't a relaxing facial. The dermaplaning blade is similar to a regular razor, and the action of having the hair removed feels just like dry shaving, particularly on the upper lip, where there might be more hair. However, although it can feel a tiny bit uncomfortable at first, you get used to it quite easily, and it isn't painful whatsoever.

Your Hair Will Not Grow Back Thicker or Faster After Dermaplaning

Dr. David says this is a total myth. You won't grow a beard after getting dermaplaning. Your hair will grow back, but it will just look like it did before you had the treatment. If you naturally have darker hairs, they may appear thicker when they grow back, but that may simply be because you've forgotten what it was like before the treatment. "There is no scientific basis for this. A surgical blade is used, which just shaves the ends from the fine vellus hairs. Nothing happens to the follicles themselves, so the growth of the hair isn't changed."

You Aren't Committed After 1 Session

This isn't a treatment you absolutely have to commit to, however, repeated sessions do make treatments more effective. Dr. David says, "It can be a one-time treatment, but usually the best results for your skin longer term will be with repeated treatments. But doing it as a one-off will not do any harm to your skin." This is something that I'll probably only do once in a while when I feel like my skin needs extra exfoliation or before an event for better makeup application. However, if I had tried the treatment and decided I didn't want to do it again, there wouldn't be an issue considering my hair wouldn't grow back any thicker or darker.

30 minutes After the Treatment:

Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Tori Crowther

Dermaplaning Affects How Well Your Skin Care Works

"The skin is stripped back to allow for better access and penetration of anti-ageing products." I found my skin was drinking up everything I applied and gave me the most incredible glow, so get your best products ready, including retinol, vitamin C, and SPF. Dr. David said, "The main thing is that it improves the effects of active, antioxidant skin care by allowing better access to the deeper layers of the skin." Sold!

Dermaplaning Works Better With a Peel

The facial first uses a "fruit-based glycolic acid peel, combined with salycylic and mandelic acid, which is followed by gently shaving the top layer of the skin. This exfoliation technique removes the waterproof upper layers of the skin to allow penetration and absorption of a series of anti-ageing advanced vitamin serums." However, if you have sensitive skin, you don't need a peel in conjunction with the dermaplaning, as shaving is an effective form of exfoliation on its own.

Dermaplaning at Home

Dr. David did not recommend doing this at home. However, there are some POPSUGAR employees who are huge fans of at-home dermaplaning, and, let's be honest: lots of us try things at home that we "shouldn't." Typically, the biggest difference between having dermaplaning done by a professional versus doing your own at home is that the dermaplaning blades are different. Facialists use a surgical dermaplaning blade, which is a lot sharper than a dermaplaning blade you can purchase at the drugstore. If you plan to dermaplane at home, make sure you aren't using a surgical blade. Allow Kirbie to tell you how she keeps up with this treatment at home.

Dermaplaning Lasts Around 6 Weeks

If you fall in love with the treatment, you can get it as often as every six weeks, as this is when the cells renew and hair grows back. You should be cautious of doing it too often, as this can over exfoliate your face and lead to complications. However, if you're dermaplaning on your own at home using a nonsurgical blade, you can do it a little more often, roughly every week or so.

3 Hours After:

Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Tori Crowther

Your Skin Will Feel Weird and Dry After Dermaplaning

And by weird, I mean you will feel everything on your face. Blowing a hair out of your face? It will feel bizarre. I didn't realize how much those tiny hairs block things from your face. Also, stray hairs were sticking to my face a bit like lip gloss. As for the dryness, I was expecting a little more dryness than normal, but nothing that a few sheet masks or thicker night cream couldn't solve. Oh, how wrong I was. I didn't wear makeup for three days after the treatment because I had to apply moisturizer to my face during the day, multiple times a day. I have dry and dehydrated skin anyway, so that's something to bear in mind if this is an issue for you. I'd recommend carrying around a mist for a week after your treatment to combat any dryness and tightness through the day.

There Is No Downtime After Dermaplaning

Your skin will be red afterwards. Mine was very red for about two hours afterwards, but it didn't hurt at all. By the end of the day, I was glowing! Dr. David notes that "usually, the skin is a little red and sensitive immediately after the treatment and can be a little dry for a couple of days following it. However, downtime is fairly minimal, and you should be able to go about as normal afterwards. Sometimes in people with active acne, it can create more redness for a few days, so this is something to consider."

• An affordable round brush from Guzjdj recently went viral on TikTok.
• The product has a unique 360° shape that's meant to give hair more volume.
• Our editor tested the brush and was impressed with the results.

If I had a physical list of everything I've tried to achieve better hair, it would be 10,000 pages long. You name it, I've tried it - from the TikTok famous "hair detoxing" to reverse hair washing and everything in between. Most of the things I've tried have two things in common: I found out about them on TikTok, and they actually work. So, whenever I see a viral hair hack or product on the app, I'm always willing to give it a try. Enter: the Guzjdj 3D Bomb Curl Hair Brush ($10), a hair tool that recently went viral for its ability to give hair the bouncy blowout that dreams are made of.

This round brush isn't your run-of-the-mill styling tool. It's in the shape of a sphere, and to be honest, it kind of looks like something out of the movie "Hellraiser." The real question was: would a hair tool that looked like it was straight out of a horror film give my hair a salon-worthy blowout? The short answer: absolutely.

I have fine, frizzy hair, and I typically wash and dry it once or twice a week, which means I need my blowout to last. The first time I tested out this brush, things didn't go so well. I hadn't watched any videos on how to actually use it (other than what I had seen on TikTok), so I tried using it as a normal round brush. It left my hair flat and lifeless, which was definitely not what I had been hoping for. I didn't want to give up on the product after using it just once, so I spent some time watching a few more videos on TikTok. I learned that there was a certain technique to giving your hair big, voluminous curls while using this brush.

Before starting, I blew out my bangs and the top section of my hair and set those areas up in velcro rollers. (This step isn't necessary, but I opted to do it because I have tons of layers.) From there, I took a small section of hair and clipped the rest of my hair up at the top of my head. I divided the hair I left down into two sections.

Then, I took a one-inch piece from one section and placed the round brush underneath the hair at the area closest to my scalp. I turned on the blowdryer and began blowdrying while at the same time twisting the brush inward, in a circular motion, while also pulling down at the same time. I knew I was using the brush correctly because as I drew the brush downward, the hair outside of the brush was spiraling and making a curl. I repeated those steps twice until my hair was completely dry. I was left with almost a perfect spiral of hair that looked similar to what I would get when using a curling iron.

I repeated those steps on all sections of my hair until everything was completely dry. When I looked in the mirror, I was beyond happy with the results.

My hair had bounce, it had volume, and it felt softer than ever. The bottom line was that this $10 hair tool did more for my hair than any of the other expensive round brush I've used in past. It definitely took a little trial and error, but in the end, it left my hair looking fantastic, if I do say so myself.

Rating:

• Black glam nails are trending thanks to Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker's recent wedding.
• The look involves incorporating different versions of black polish and nail art into a manicure.
• Popular variations include matte, shiny, or velvet nail finishes.

If Kravis's recent wedding hasn't inspired your own gothic glam beauty practices, this trending nail look might. According to Pinterest's 2022 Wedding Trend Report, searches for "black glam" wedding nails have increased over 50 percent as brides search for nontraditional wedding dresses, decor, and nail colors. But what, exactly, are "black glam" nails?

"Black glam nails are essentially just different variations of black nails and nail art," celebrity manicurist Mar y Sol Inzerillo tells POPSUGAR. "High shine or matte, nail art or single color, it doesn't matter as long as they complement your look. One of my favorite variations does have to be 'crushed velvet' black glam nails, which can be paired perfectly with the grungy vibe of the most recent Prada collection, though."

As with the majority of beauty trends as of late, we can thank the return of Y2K beauty and fashion as well as a more recent pop culture event for the return of this nail aesthetic. "Overall, the '90s are back, and black nails were a huge trend back then," Inzerillo says. "But also, more recently, the beautiful goth energy from the Kravis wedding extravaganza definitely has influenced the popularity of this nail trend."

If you want to try the "black glam" nail look at home, Inzerillo recommends using polishes like Lights Lacquer Tuxedo Mask ($11) or Gel Bottle Jet Black ($19) as a base and then playing with gold or silver leaf to combine trends and give the manicure a black chrome effect. If you're feeling even more adventurous, incorporate trending nail-art designs like double french, baby french, or negative space looks for a black glam manicure with a creative twist.

If you need some more black-glam-manicure inspiration, scroll through some of the best iterations of the trend ahead.

Body hair: it's a hot-button topic, but why? What you choose to do with your body hair - whether that's grow it out, laser it off, shave it, wax it, or dye it - is a personal matter. Yet, so many people still get pretty up in arms about it - especially when it goes against what other people consider "acceptable." Despite what society tells you, the choice to keep or remove the hair on your armpits, legs, face, or down there is entirely yours. But that doesn't necessarily make it an easy choice.

Current beauty standards (as well as gender norms, pressure from family and friends. . .) can make you feel like you have to present yourself a certain way, but many people are trying to shift that narrative. In addition to a handful of celebrities normalizing body hair, many brands are celebrating hair in various ways. One of them is Billie with its new "Hair Stories" campaign for Pride Month.

Ahead, read how three of the models featured in Billie's "Hair Stories" embrace their body hair.

It's been said that "a smile is the best accessory you can wear," so it's understandable if you want yours to look great. Teeth-whitening services, Invisalign, and other cosmetic procedures are all popular tools used to enhance a smile, but there's a new beauty trend making its way around TikTok that is more dangerous than it seems. People, particularly young women, are attempting teeth filing at home in an effort to get a smooth, even, movie-star-perfect smile.

In the videos on teeth shaving, a regular nail file is taken to the ends of the front teeth and used in a sawing, back-and-forth motion to remove ridges and uneven edges. The "hack" has been performed with a variety of file types, including metal and glass. "Some people may be unhappy with the shape of their teeth, and this is where teeth filing can be a reasonably priced fix," Victoria Veytsman, DDS, celebrity cosmetic dentist and owner of Cosmetic Dental Studios, tells POPSUGAR. "One tooth may be longer than another, your teeth may be aligned in a way that you dislike, or you may have a chipped tooth."

While it may be understandable why someone might be tempted to file their teeth, Dr. Veytsman is sharing why the viral beauty "hack" can actually cause long-term damage.

The Dangers of At-Home Teeth Filing

First, it's worth noting that filing your teeth isn't a new concept - it's actually offered at many dentist offices as a professional service. Also known as enameloplasty, it can reshape your teeth and transform your smile. But as with most dental-related treatments, this isn't a matter you should take into your own hands.

"One of the concerns with filing your teeth at home is the potential damage this could cause to your enamel," Dr. Veytsman says. "Unlike other procedures or appearance transformations, filing your teeth is irreversible, enamel damage included." Your enamel is the protective coating or layer on the outside of your tooth. It doesn't regenerate, so once it's gone, it's gone for good. The problem there: enamel protects the tooth from cavities, decay, stains, and even tooth sensitivity.

Because teeth filing is permanent, you also run the risk of altering your smile and being worse off than when you started. "If you file your teeth down and dislike the results, there is nothing that you can do naturally to reverse this," Dr. Veytsman says. You'd need to seek professional help by the way of various cosmetic dental procedures.

Getting Your Teeth Filed at the Dentist

So, what can you do instead? The answer is simple: visit your dentist. Though it requires an extra trip out of the house, it's well worth it to protect your teeth and ensure they stay healthy in the long run. "These professionals understand the structure of your teeth and will know whether teeth filing is the right move for you," Dr. Veytsman says.

Reshaping teeth with enameloplasty uses a gentle buffing tool and typically takes 30 minutes or less. The cost of the procedure varies, but it can range anywhere from $50 to $300 for minor reshaping of one tooth to up to $1,500 to do multiple teeth. It's not cheap, but it is forever and teeth filing is a delicate procedure, so don't try it at home.

Known for her fresh-faced, girl-next-door glam, Sydney Sweeney is making an exciting departure from her usual look on the cover of Vogue Hong Kong. The "Euphoria" actor graced the magazine's glossy pages in a short, blond bob haircut that reached just above her shoulders, wispy curtain bangs, and bleached eyebrows to match, courtesy of hairstylist Rob Talty. As a part of her first-ever Vogue shoot, Sweeney wore a Gucci ensemble with Messika jewelry, posing in Santa Clarita, and channeling a high-fashion Sue Sylvester in a red set.

Dena Neustadter Giannini, the stylist for the shoot, wrote on Instagram that Sweeney is a special kind of talent. "If you know me u know sometimes I get extra obsessed and all consumed by a shoot … live it - breathe it - 24/7 kind of obsessed…" she said. "This was one of those for me … Sydney is a STAR."

The photo shoot, which is a far cry from Sweeney's usual glittering roles and seductive aesthetics, may just be an indication of a new, edgier era for her. She's on the cover of Vogue, and she's doing it her way.

• Hyperrealistic tattoos are picking up in popularity once more.
• The style includes artistic elements that mimic photographs or pieces of real art.
• Here's everything to know about realistic tattoos including cost, how to find an artist, and placement considerations.

Tattoos are one of the most personal forms of body modification that you can get. Everything from the design to the type of ink used can be highly customized to fit your personal preferences. If you're a sentimental person with a keen eye for detail, there's perhaps no option quite as meaningful as a realistic tattoo.

Realistic tattoos are portraits that are so intricate, they almost look like photographs on the skin. "This style has become very popular the last few years alone, especially for people who love attention to detail and creating an entire story within their tattoos," Lauren Westervelt, tattoo artist at Brooklyn-based studio Fleur Noire, previously told POPSUGAR. "The improvement in tattooing technology has allowed for artists to be more creative than ever with what they put on their clients' skin - nothing is out of reach now."

If you're considering a realistic tattoo to add to your collection, we asked tattoo artists to break down what to expect before your appointment, ahead.

Choosing a Realistic Tattoo Artist

One of the most important parts in getting a realistic tattoo? Finding the right person for the job. "If someone is interested in a realistic tattoo, they should consider finding an artist who specializes in photorealism," Jazmin Paulino, a tattoo artist at Fleur Noire, says. "This is one of those styles that shouldn't be taken lightly. You can luck out with and get a pretty good walk-in 'traditional' or 'fine line' design, but realism is not that simple. Definitely do some research and find someone who practices this style specifically."

Another aspect to consider is the time and monetary commitment a realistic tattoo can require. Because of how detailed these portraits often are, they typically require multiple sessions and can be quite costly. To make sure you understand the full commitment needed for the completion of the design, have a detailed chat with your artist prior to starting the tattoo so that there are no surprises once you get started.

The Best Placement For a Realistic Tattoo

Because tattoos are so personal, where you decide to get your realistic tattoo is completely up to you. But there are some recommendations on areas that may work best: "Every artist is different, but for realistic tattoos, I've found flat areas like forearms or the back work best," Kandace Layne, owner of Magic Mirror Tattoo Studio, says.

How Painful Are Realistic Tattoos?

Though everyone's pain tolerance is different, both Paulino and Layne agree that it's not necessarily the pain from the needle but rather how long the tattoo will take. "A 20-minute tattoo versus a five-hour tattoo will make a big difference on how painful a tattoo feels," Paulino says. "Photorealism definitely does take time to get all those detailed aspects correct, so while I can't say for sure exactly how painful it will be, definitely don't expect it to be a walk in the park."

Also to be considered is where the tattoo is placed. If you have an area with more nerve endings, like the back of your knee or sole of your foot, it will be much more painful to get a tattoo there than, say, on your arm, for example.

The Cost of Realistic Tattoos

The price of a realistic tattoo varies based on multiple factors like your location, the experience level of your tattooist, the design size, and the amount of detail going into your piece, but you can expect to pay at least $250 or more for most realistic tattoos.

Best Designs For Realistic Tattoos

The best part of getting a realistic tattoo is that the design is typically already set in stone when you go to your appointment. "The designs for realism tattoos are usually based on photos taken from life," Paulino says. "This is the best way to ensure the piece mimics real life."

Even if you're someone who wants to come up with your own original realistic tattoo design, each detail is typically so meticulously thought out that you know you'll love the finished product before getting started. In other words, the best design for your realistic tattoo is the one you know without a doubt that you want etched on your body forever.

There was a time when it was not at all uncommon for me to wake up with a fresh breakout. That time has thankfully passed, but for a solid chunk of my 20s after discontinuing birth control, my hormones went berserk, and my life was turned upside down by cystic acne. These inflamed, underground skin eruptions would pop up overnight, at times making me feel disfigured due to the swelling on my angular face. They took weeks to subside, leaving behind purplish, post-inflammatory erythema that made me self-conscious AF without makeup.

Fast-forward to 2022. I have since gotten my breakouts under control with the help of spironolactone, stress-reduction, and anti-inflammatory dietary changes. Yet the morning I went to meet Kim Kardashian's facialist - the legendary celebrity aesthetician Joanna Czech, who would be performing a facial using Skkn by Kim products - I awoke to an angry red monstrosity on my cheek. Still, I trusted if anyone knew what to do with this inflamed intrusion, it would be her.

What ensued was evidence of the Universe's sense of humor. As my zit and I were led back to Kardashian's social media-famous Glam Room, a couple high-profile encounters ensued. First, we passed by her makeup artist, Mario Dedivanovic, who was lackadaisically lounging on a neutral-hued ottoman. ("Was that Mario?" I asked my escort. "Yep," she said.) Once inside the Wabi-Sabi-esque room of my dreams, I received a set of SKIMS robe, wrap, slippers, and headband to change into before my facial.

I changed in the bathroom, taking note (and an obligatory selfie with) the consistently styled packaging of the nine-step line on display. When I emerged with said zit still prominently displayed on my face, Kardashian's hairstylist, Chris Appleton, was there recording a video for his Instagram. I waited, and then dashed past, still managing to crash his recording, which he then graciously re-recorded.

The Facial

Having recently undergone radiofrequency microneedling, my skin was in an ultra-delicate state. So, Czech modified the facial to suit my skin's needs: no exfoliant and a gentler form of microcurrent than her go-to. It also included circulation-boosting massage, the cold Lyma laser, healing Celluma LED light, and lifting microcurrent that sculpts the face. Her chosen products are always pH-balanced (Czech teaches that skin health stems from proper skin pH), anti-inflammatory, and perhaps deceptively simple in that she believes only nine main ingredients are necessary.

After the facial, I was hydrated, glowing, and lifted - my skin felt plump with moisture; my complexion looked bright; and my bone structure looked more defined due to the microcurrent (think: more prominent cheekbones, less prominent crow's feet). She gave me a sample of a 5 percent glycolic acid pumpkin peel to spot-treat my zit with - a green beauty product whose ingredient's list consists entirely of pure pumpkin extract (concentrated pumpkin extract, pumpkin wine, and pumpkin enzymes, to be exact), fructose, and essential oils - until it went away.

Knowing that the Skkn by Kim products would adhere to her skin philosophy, and that her massage and microcurrent would help to detox by stimulating the lymph fluid in my face, I anticipated a less-inflamed pimple. The very next day, the zit was flattened - and from that moment on, my interest in the entire skin-care line piqued.

Review of the Skkn by Kim Hyaluronic Acid Serum

One product that stood out the most during my treatment was the Skkn by Kim Hyaluronic Acid Serum ($90) - mainly because the post-facial plumpness of my skin was something I wanted to re-create. Plus, the hydrophilic active is a near-universally tolerated ingredient that already exists in the skin and can be easily incorporated into an existing regimen. So even if you don't shell out the dough for the entire nine-step line, you can start with this serum and rest assured that it will "play well with the others" in your regimen.

It also highlights the Czech-Kardashian collaboration process. Left to her own devices, Czech would have simply incorporated hyaluronic acid into the toner. Yet Kardashian was adamant that she wanted a hyaluronic acid serum to be "like a drink of water" for the skin after toning. And so the beauty world has been presented with a product that would otherwise never have existed: a Czech-approved hyaluronic acid serum.

But first, know that supplemental hyaluronic acid can be beneficial in a topical skin-care regimen. As celebrity aesthetician Celeste Rodrigues told me, the body's natural production of the water-binding molecule decreases with age along with the skin's natural stores of collagen and elastin. By adding it back in topically, she points out that you are giving the skin back the molecule responsible for a dewy, hydrated appearance.

Because hyaluronic acid also holds several times its molecular weight in water, you are also giving the skin a plumping effect courtesy of water molecules. But this is where things get interesting: it depends on the size of the hyaluronic acid molecule in a formula where this takes place. Larger molecules will result in plumping closer to the surface, which is ideal for fine lines and wrinkles; smaller molecules of hyaluronic acid are absorbed into deeper layers of the skin to plump and hydrate from beneath.

I do not always opt for a hyaluronic acid serum in my regimen because it is already included in my vitamin C of choice, but this one stood out to me because it contains multiple molecular weights of the molecule and conditioning agents that make it potent and long-lasting, from sodium hyaluronate and sodium hydroxide to hydroxyacetophenone, glycerin, aloe, and floral extracts. In order to ensure that the molecule is bringing water into the skin - and not simply attracting the water to it that is already there - it is important to always follow up your hyaluronic acid serum with a water-based moisturizer. In the daytime, I like to use an indie brand called Priya Apotheca Phyto Metamorphosis Crème ($80). At night, I opt for Bioeffect EGF Power Cream ($215).

The result? Juicier, plumper, ever-dewy skin.

The Verdict

If you are thinking about giving Skkn by Kim a try, I say to go for it. In a world that is incredibly polarized when it comes to the Kardashians, I do not watch the show. And in an industry that is inundated with celebrity beauty brands, I am less than enthused by new launches. But here's the thing: I absolutely adore Joanna Czech.

The main reason why I would encourage you to give Skkn by Kim a chance is that it gives you access to the work of Czech, who has her own exclusive product line that adheres to her skin-care philosophy but falls firmly in the luxury skin-care category. For the average consumer, Skkn by Kim is a Czech-vetted line that is perhaps still a splurge - products range from $43 to $95 - but more reasonably priced than the alternative. Plus, the design is chic, the jars are refillable, and they arrive in biodegradable paper packaging that looks like something out of Star Wars.

Unlike many celebrity beauty brands that are bought pre-made and attached to a celebrity name (i.e., "private label"), Kardashian and Czech envisioned Skkn by Kim from scratch. The line's creation process involved their collaboration, drawing from Czech's expertise and Kardashian's preference, before being created in a Coty lab (KKW Beauty's parent company) and tested extensively between the two of them. (One of the things I learned is that they sent back the line's moisturizer more than 20 times before achieving the perfect texture.) "If my name was going to be attached to it, it had to be perfect," Czech told me.

The main criticisms I have heard of the line are that it seems too basic or straightforward. In the saturated, billion dollar beauty world we live in, it is hard to process a new launch that does not contain "snake venom" or epigenetically developed synthetics that promise never-before-seen results. (For the record, I like those, too!) It is harder still to process yet another celebrity beauty brand. But when you take Czech's skin-care philosophy into account, it completely makes sense - to her, you can incorporate all the beauty gadgets and devices into your overall skin regimen, but when it comes down to the products you use, anti-inflammatory simplicity in their building blocks is what is needed to help the skin thrive.

Rating:

Image Source: Getty/ Stefanie Keenan / Contributor

Natalia Bryant is all things Y2K summer beauty personified. The model posted a picture to her Instagram posing as she happily held onto a stick of cotton candy, but it was her bright abstract nail art that stole the show.

After you take a moment to find your own butterfly hair clips to replicate her easy, pulled-back hairstyle, you'll also want to find the nearest nail salon to replicate her manicure. The nail art begins with an oval nail shape and a pink base color, plus an orange design on each nail in varying locations to add a more playful touch to the abstract look.

Abstract nails have been predicted to be one of summer's biggest nail trends - and for good reason. "Fun and funky patterns have been trending and are here to stay for a while," Tammy Taylor, celebrity manicurist and eponymous brand founder, previously told POPSUGAR. To get the most out of the trend, Taylor recommends adding swirls, orbs, blobs, and line work "using your favorite color scheme."

For more swoon-worthy summer nails, other trending designs include colorblocked nails, jeweled embellishments, and chrome designs, so there are plenty of options to choose from. Until you do, take another look at Bryant's manicure ahead.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by n a t a l i a ✨ (@nataliabryant)