We dig into the topics that Allure readers can’t get enough of with its editor in chief, Jessica Cruel. She discusses Black representation in beauty journalism, our ongoing fascination with celebrity plastic surgery, and how the world of cosmetic procedures is finally becoming more inclusive. Plus, she shares makeup tips for people who wear glasses, takes us behind the scenes of the Allure Best of Beauty Awards, and tells us about the essences and sunscreens that are her personal favorites.

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Jessica Cruel - EIC of Allure
Michelle Lee - previous EIC of Allure
The Melanin Edit
Plastic Surgery Hasn't Always Welcomed Black Folks — It's Time for a Shake-Up - by Sierra Leone Starks
A New Filler for Laugh Lines and More Procedures That Are Safe for Dark Skin - by Baze Mpinja
Refinery29 Unbothered
BBL
The Black Beauty Club
Fillers
Botox
Allure Best of Beauty

Products Jessica enjoys:
SK-II Facial Treatment Essence
Neogen Dermalogy Real Ferment Micro Essence
La Mer Genaissance De La Mer the Serum Essence
Black Girl Sunscreen Make It Hybrid Sunscreen Lotion Spf 50
Melé No Shade Sunscreen Oil Broad Spectrum Spf 30 for Melanin Rich Skin
Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz
Nyx Professional Makeup Tinted Brow Mascara
Anastasia Beverly Hills Liquid Lipstick - American Doll
Fenty Beauty Stunna Lip Paint
Nest New York Holiday Candle

Anthony Dickey - Jessica’s hair stylist
Michelle Henry - her dermatologist
My Chic Nails - her favorite nail salon

Beyoncé - Cozy
Taraji P Henson
Girl Scout Thin Mints Cookies
Charlotte Cho

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