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The Extras

What Up, Bra?

Chances are you’re not getting the best support from your undergarments. Let’s talk FIT.Read more >

The Review

Do You Believe in Miracles (In A Bottle)?

The second installment of our search for maximum body-toning results with minimal effort: the over-the-counter optionsRead more >

The Review

Shocking Your Way to a Six-Pack?

Can you buy Victoria’s Secret model-worthy flat, toned abs? We investigate body-slimming treatments  Read more >

The Technique

Hair Products: What, Why, and How-To

A definitive guide to using pomades, serums, foams, and creamsRead more >

The Technique

Julien d'Ys' D.I.Y. Surf Spray

A Do-It-Yourself 'Surf Spray' from a living hair legendRead more >

The Review

If Not Now, WEN?

We investigate Wen by Chaz Dean's haircare line, watch a few infomericals, and interact with what may have been a ChatBot (TM)Read more >

Just In

Aesop Parsley Seed Anti-Oxidant Hydrator

Aesop's latest moisturizing fluid is heavy on the anti-oxidants, light on greaseRead more >

In Print

Tie Dye Hair

Highlighter-hued heads abound in i-D's Spring 2013 issue (and beyond)Read more >

The High-Low

Shiseido Perfect Hydrating BB Cream & Pantene Ultimate 10 BB Crème

What's in a name? Maybe a lot? We take on the mystery of BB creams at both ends of the beauty spectrumRead more >

ITG ♥s

By Terry Hyaluronic Sheer Rouge Hydra-Balm

Spring is in the air...kind of? A new balm helps us get in the mood for the change in seasonsRead more >

The Review

Room Scenting 101: Flameless Edition

Just because you don’t want to light up doesn’t mean your space can’t smell as gorgeous and interesting as you doRead more >

News

We Want Candy

Prada's new short film for Candy L'Eau (starring Léa Seydoux) has us considering bangs and calling up Air France, prontoRead more >

The Review

Physical Vs. Chemical Sunscreen—Plus All Our Best SPF Recommendations

Our official sunscreen round-up (and companion piece to our anti-aging story)! Because our mission is to help you protect and perfectRead more >

The Review

Anti-Aging in Your Twenties: Too Much Retinol Too Soon?

Could your 'preventative' beauty regimen—wrinkle-reducing, skin-tightening—actually backfire? We investigateRead more >

The Review

Falling Hard For CalGel Nails

On growing up, coming around, and the might-be-magic of a gel manicureRead more >

ITG ♥s

Anastasia Covet Waterproof Eyeliner

Silky, self-sharpening, and waterproof eyeliners that are just as smart as they look Read more >

As Told To ITG

Know Your Cosmetic Procedures

Just in time for the Oscars, a beginner's guide to what goes where, when, and the Next Big Thing (it involves harvesting your own fat)Read more >

The Extras

Da-ni-lo, Da-ni-lo, Da-ni-lo!

(Said like a soccer chant) We've got red carpet tips, tricks, and some wham-bam-glam advice from a guy who knows hair: DaniloRead more >

As Told To ITG

The Little Black Line

Why you might be chucking out your mascaras in favor of a brush and a paint potRead more >

ITG ♥s

Leonor Greyl Huile de Magnolia

Our latest favorite skin saver, for weather both hot and oh-so-coldRead more >

X ITG

NY Fashion Week Lip Diary: Day 5

Alessandra's much-needed boost from Armani Lip Maestro in #503Read more >

X ITG

NY Fashion Week Lip Diary: Day 3

Pulling a look together from the lips on down with Giorgio Armani Lip Maestro in #201Read more >

The Review

Hard As Nails

Searching for the best nail strengthenersRead more >