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You’ve just stepped out of the shower, feeling fresh and clean, only to be greeted by dry, itchy skin. AXE, the deodorant brand for guys, shares easy how-tos to keep your skin hydrated and happy, even after the sweatiest workout or the longest day.   First off, let’s get to the root of the problem.

Love it or hate it, clothing has often been designed around an idea of how the body should look. At the North Carolina Museum of History, The Shape of Fashion exhibits how corsets squeezed waists smaller while padded undergarments added curves wherever fashion suggested they should be.  And while styles have changed over time, the

Skin elasticity refers to your skin’s ability to stretch and bounce back to its original shape. When the skin loses its structural proteins—collagen and elastin—it struggles to do this. It’s a sign of healthy, youthful skin, and maintaining it is key to achieving firmer skin. As we age, skin elasticity naturally decreases, but with the

No shower, no problem — if you know what you’re doing. Camping hygiene is one of those things that separates a good trip from a genuinely funky one, but staying fresh at camp doesn’t actually take much. This guide by AXE, the deodorant brand for guys, shares camping hygiene tips to stay clean and odor-free

Summer ends. The alarm goes back to 6 a.m., the commute returns, the inbox is overflowing, and somehow by 11 a.m., you feel less fresh than you did all summer. The temperature hasn’t really changed. So what did? Stress sweat. It’s not the same as the heat sweat you’ve been managing all summer. It comes

Discoloration is when you notice a change in the normal color of your underarms. Dark underarms happen when the skin becomes darker than the surrounding skin, often because of hyperpigmentation (an increase in melanin production). These changes are not unusual and affect many men of all skin types. While usually a cosmetic concern, it can

Consumers today are increasingly searching for clean skin care products, and retailers are stocking their shelves with options. More skin care brands now offer clean products, but what does clean really mean? In the United States, “clean” is an unregulated term with no universal definition. Beauty brands do not need to meet a specific criterion

Sweating in hot weather can feel like a never-ending battle. You’re outside, the sun is blazing, and suddenly, it feels like you’re melting faster than an ice cream cone on a summer day. But why does it feel like you sweat more than your mates when the temperature rises? AXE, the deodorant brand for guys,

  What is acne? Acne is a common skin condition that happens when hair follicles become clogged with oil, dead skin cells, and sometimes bacteria. It can appear anywhere on the body but is most common on the face, back, chest, and shoulders. Acne can range from mild congestion to more inflamed breakouts. Dove breaks

  You washed the shirt. It came out smelling fine. You wore it for an hour, and the odor was back. Now your gym kit has a permanent funk that no amount of detergent seems to fix. Most guides will tell you to use vinegar and leave it at that. But they miss the bigger

  Your wedding day is exhilarating, emotional, and … a little sweaty. Between the nerves, long hours, warm venues, and the layers of formal wear, both stress sweat and heat sweat are likely to make an appearance. The right preparation, sweat defense, and fabric choices can make the difference between feeling self-conscious and feeling unstoppable.

  You were doing fine at home. Same shower routine, same general approach. Three weeks into dorm life, something feels off. It’s not that you’ve stopped trying. It’s the environment that’s changed, and your routine hasn’t caught up yet. How to stay fresh in college isn’t about more effort, though. It’s about a smarter routine

  What are sulfates? Sulfates are cleansing and foaming ingredients, also called surfactants, that help lift away oil, sweat, and dirt from skin. They are used in many beauty and household cleaning products. Their job is simple: They help water mix with oil and grime so those impurities can be rinsed away more easily. In

  A 1% retinol serum might sound stronger than a 0.025% tretinoin cream. However, it’s quite the opposite. Retinol has an appealing pitch for people trying to treat acne. It promises many of the benefits associated with prescription retinoids while sounding considerably easier and more tolerable. It is over the counter and avoids the irritation

  Niacinamide, also known as vitamin B3, is a versatile antioxidant that’s taken the skincare world by storm. Celebrated for its ability to tackle lots of different skin concerns, such as hyperpigmentation or a dull complexion, niacinamide is an ingredient for anyone looking to enhance their skincare routine. Here, Dove looks at the benefits of

  If you’ve noticed rough patches, visible pores or a bumpy surface when you look in the mirror, you’re not alone. Uneven skin texture and enlarged pores are among the most common skin frustrations. They can make your complexion look dull, cause makeup to settle unevenly and leave you feeling less confident about your skin,

  You know the feeling. You pull on a fresh shirt in the morning and by midday, there’s a dark patch spreading under your arm. Or your black tee has picked up white marks from your deodorant before you’ve even left the house. And that polyester gym shirt, the one you washed twice, still somehow