Megan Decker

5 days ago | refinery29.com | Megan Decker

Welcome to Sun Blocked, Refinery29’s global call to action to wake up to the serious dangers of tanning. No lectures or shaming, we promise. Instead, our goal is to arm you with the facts you need to protect your skin to the best of your ability, because there’s no such thing as safe sun. For a skincare product with a goal of getting people to use more of it, the messaging around sunscreen can be a little bit shaming — and a whole lot confusing.

1 week ago | harpersbazaar.com | Megan Decker |Nykia Spradley

Best Time-Release FormulaBest for Sensitive SkinBest for BeginnersBest Multi-Retinol BlendBest Under $25Best for BodyBest for Mature SkinBest for Dark SpotsBest for Collagen ProductionBest With AHAsBest Retinal Best for Fine LinesBest Aesthetician-ApprovedBest for BrighteningBest for Skin CyclingRetinol, a form of vitamin A, is one of those skincare ingredients that's usually bound by a disclaimer: Beware of irritation.

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Megan Decker |Nykia Spradley

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links."Retinol, a form of vitamin A, is one of those skincare ingredients that's usually bound by a disclaimer: Beware of irritation. Despite being one of the most powerful and well-researched ingredients in skincare, known for effectively treating dark spots, acne, and wrinkles, retinol is notoriously tricky to incorporate into a beauty routine without the guidance of a trusted dermatologist.

2 weeks ago | byrdie.com | Megan Decker

Key TakeawaysThere's been plenty of chatter about "recession indicators," including the return of more low-maintenance hair colors like "recession blonde." But if you ask the experts, summer 2025's biggest hair color trends are shaping up to be anything but subtle. Sure, there are some easy breezy options if you want to spend more time at the beach and less at the salon, but overall, the season calls for some fun. From powdery pink to buttery blonde, undeniably bright and bold hair is trending.

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Megan Decker

Key TakeawaysSummer is finally here, and with it comes summer's biggest hair color trends. Experts fill us in on the biggest hair color trends for summer 20205, including Root Beer Float Brunette, Classic Highlights, Kool-Aid Red, and more. There's been plenty of chatter about "recession indicators," including the return of more low-maintenance hair colors like "recession blonde." But if you ask the experts, summer 2025's biggest hair color trends are shaping up to be anything but subtle.