Hannah Frye

If you don’t love the bum-hugging, flare-bottom low-rise jeans of the past, consider these the low-rise jeans of today: loose, drapey, modern, but still classic.

The viral Bounce Curl EdgeLift brushes impressed most of our testers in delivering defined, voluminous curls. But using them is a time-consuming process.

While you don’t have to splurge on face wash, the Youth To The People Superfood Gentle Cleanser is a $39 exception I swear by. It cleanses deeply while keeping skin hydrated and never stripped.

Plenty of beauty products are on sale right now, but these Wirecutter-tested picks are actually worth the money. No more post-purchase regret.

Lyons is a proud outfit repeater and considers wardrobe basics the most worthwhile pieces to invest in. Her best tip: If you don’t love it, don’t buy it.

I know these hiking sandals are ugly, but they’re also protective, practical, and fabulously comfortable. Gone are the days of stubbed toes and scraped feet.

I bought these wedge flip-flops on a whim, and they became my most-worn summer shoe four years in a row. They aren’t gorgeous, but they sure are comfortable.

The egg-shaped sponge has endless copycats, but testing revealed that the original is a joy to use, quick to clean, and more durable than cheaper options.

The dermatologists we spoke with give hypochlorous acid the green light for face and wound care. We tested seven popular brands, but only three won us over.

Invented in 1971, Clinque’s Black Honey shade has been a time-tested cult favorite. We tried to find a perfect dupe, but we couldn’t, and we’re not surprised.

This tiny, portable wand feels great on the skin but provides less coverage than full-face LED masks. It also requires more effort than we think it’s worth.

With a richer texture than most moisturizers, this balm spreads over skin, swaddling it in hydration that lasts. But it’s not for everyone.

After nine months of work, we’ve crowned 31 new skin-care picks (plus plenty of sunscreens). Now, some of our favorites are on sale.

Vitamin C serums, especially L-ascorbic acid, destabilize with light, heat, and air. Store them in a cool, dark place to keep them stable and effective.

Our splurge pick has a patent, research, and cosmetic elegance contributing to the steep price tag. But you don’t have to pay $182 to get one that works.

Vitamin C serums, especially L-ascorbic acid, destabilize with light, heat, and air. Store them in a cool, dark place to keep them stable and effective.

This self-tanner gives my pale skin a natural bronze with no orange undertone. It never stains my sheets, and the application process couldn’t be easier.

I spent years trying to re-create the smell of my first yoga class. I found it in this beautiful amber bottle. Now, it’s my nonnegotiable pre-sleep ritual.

Rent the Runway is perfect for designer fiends, fancy-event fans, and office enthusiasts, but Nuuly takes the cake for everyday wear, variety, and inclusivity.

Keep budget cashmere looking great by hand-washing, drying flat, folding for storage, using a comb lightly, and storing safely to avoid moths.