Maybe the Beauty Counter Wasn’t Old-Fashioned After All Mall beauty counters may be getting another moment, and I can understand why. For years, beauty retail moved increasingly toward websites, apps, social media, and endless online reviews. Those tools made shopping faster and more convenient. However, they also removed something remarkably useful: an actual human being…
Which perfumes do billionaires use? The evidence-based answer is more surprising than the usual list of $500 bottles. Most of the world’s ten richest people have never publicly named a signature scent, and several perfumes linked to them online come from unsourced shopping blogs or social posts. However, a smaller group of billionaires, including Rihanna,…
Are Body Mists Worth It? A Data-Backed Guide Are body mists worth it? For many people, yes, especially when the goal is an affordable, light fragrance that feels easy to spray and refresh. However, a body mist is not automatically a bargain. A large bottle can disappear quickly when the scent needs frequent reapplication, and…
I have a confession. I own a body mist that smells like cotton candy. And vanilla. And if someone releases a fragrance that smells like a bakery, there’s a decent chance I’ll at least stop and smell it. Which makes me wonder… Why are so many of us trying to smell like dessert? Some Scents…
What If You Didn’t Want to Leave the Beauty Store? Beauty brand cafés could represent a fascinating next step for personal care retail. Luxury fashion has already explored the idea of extending a brand into hospitality, and that made me wonder why beauty could not push the concept even further. Most beauty stores still operate…
Top Best Smelling Body Mist What is the best smelling body mist right now? Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Crush Cheirosa 62 is the strongest all-around answer for most shoppers. Its pistachio, salted caramel, vanilla and sandalwood profile has broad appeal, and several major beauty publications place it at or near the top of the category….
Lip balm vs ChapStick sounds like a contest between two different products, but the main difference is much simpler: lip balm is a product category, while ChapStick is a brand that makes lip balm. In other words, ChapStick can be lip balm, but lip balm from another company is not ChapStick. Still, that quick definition…
Why Should Premium Beauty Feel Like a Private Club? Accessible beauty retail should not require shoppers to choose between affordability and a pleasant experience. Plenty of inexpensive personal care products already exist in discount stores, supermarkets, pharmacies, and online. However, lower-income shoppers may also want to explore a beautifully designed store, smell fragrances, test textures,…
Last updated: August 17, 2026 Editorial note: Product formulas can change and can differ by country, package, and format. Check the ingredient list and Drug Facts panel on the product you actually buy. This article provides general education, not a diagnosis or individualized medical advice. Vaseline versus Lip Balm Is Vaseline better than lip balm?…
If it comes back every summer, is it still a limited edition? When Is “Limited Edition” Really Limited? Walk through any personal care aisle in the summer and you’ll quickly see the same phrase everywhere: Limited Edition. Limited-edition body mists. Limited-edition lotions. Limited-edition shampoos. Limited-edition soaps. Naturally, the words create a sense of urgency. If…