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Like all good Millennial nerds, I rewatch Buffy the Vampire Slayer often enough that every single silly catchphrase and witty bon mot lives rent-free in my head. It’s more than just nostalgia that fuels my late-night binge sessions, though. Buffy is just one of those shows that is worth constantly returning to because there is always something new to discover. For example, when I rewatched the solid Season 3 episode “Beauty and the Beasts,” I realized that it has a core message that is effectively contradicted by the rest of the show.
This episode features a character who, Dr. Jekyll-style, takes a potion to become the kind of man his girlfriend wants him to be. Sadly, he turns into an abusive boyfriend and, inevitably, into an actual monster that is eventually put down by Angel. “Beauty and the Beasts” puts a supernatural spin on a tale about the dangers of domestic abuse. However, the messaging is somewhat contradicted by Buffy herself always falling for murderous bad boys. That message is even further contradicted by the Buffy the Vampire Slayer fandom, many of whom grew up to be avid fans of smutty novels romanticizing the kinds of toxic men they’d hate in real life.

“Beauty and the Beasts” isn’t a very subtle Buffy the Vampire Slayer episode. It mostly uses The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde as inspiration to tell a story about domestic abuse. Along the way, it fairly explicitly tackles the role that toxic masculinity plays in such abuse. Our villain, Pete, is someone who begins making and taking weird potions to, as he tells girlfriend Debbie, “be the man you wanted.” He prioritizes becoming a stronger man rather than a stronger boyfriend, becoming a violent, controlling jerk who ultimately murders the woman he supposedly loves.
In “Beauty and the Beasts,” Pete is contrasted by other men who present a more healthy masculinity, including Oz, who, when not in werewolf form, is the gentlest of the Scoobies. Giles is, of course, the natty embodiment of everything prim and proper. Xander, meanwhile, is our adorably schmucky beta who’s always there with a quick quip or word of encouragement. Even temporary Buffy boyfriend Scott is (before he is later retconned as a jerk) presented as a very healthy masculine alternative to Pete’s rageholic ways.

As a self-contained episode, “Beauty and the Beasts” works well, contrasting toxic masculinity with positive masculinity and showing why the latter is always better. When you look at the entire show, however, Buffy seems to be the one character who never understands this important lesson. After all, the first great love of her life is Angel, the vampire with a soul who wants to atone for past misdeeds. Their doomed romance may seem cute, but make no mistake. Buffy falls in love with a mass murderer hundreds of years older than herself, one who turns into one of the most dangerous people on the planet when his soul is removed.
If Buffy’s relationship with Angel was bad, her relationship with Spike was even worse. While he was mentally neutered by a government chip, he was still very much a soulless demon when Buffy began having sex with him. The fact that Spike had killed two Slayers and countless other people didn’t deter Buffy. In fact, they went on to have sex so intense it literally tore a house down. Later, the show emphasized Spike’s demonic nature by having him try to assault Buffy. Despite this, she later forgives him and even confesses her love to him before he died (don’t worry, he got better).

Buffy, as a show, constantly transmits the message that toxic masculinity is bad and that it should be rejected in all of its forms. But Buffy as a character sends a very different message: that sex with bad boys is really, really hot, and relationships with such men are infinitely more fulfilling than relationships with safer suitors like Riley. Granted, Riley had the personality of wet cardboard, but he still symbolized the kind of average Joe that our Slayer consistently rejects in favor of someone more dangerous.
While Buffy the Vampire Slayer obviously didn’t invent the “bad boys are hot” trope, it arguably popularized it for multiple generations of fans. Those fans would grow up to become the core demographic for romantic novels, especially those which are affectionately labeled “smut.” While there are many different flavors of smutty novels, some of the most popular ones feature Buffy’s favorite kind of guy: dark, brooding, and oh so dangerous. Fifty Shades of Grey (a foundational text to modern smut), for example, features a rich man who is heavily into BDSM. In this way, he’s the archetypal bad boy protagonist; someone with desires so dangerous that they make him that much more attractive.

Devil of Dublin, meanwhile, features a mafioso whose willingness to hurt and kill on behalf of the female main character is presented as an unabashed plus. Lights Out is a novel where the male main character wins over his lady love by killing the man who assaults her and then covering up his death. While that novel’s motto is “the couple who slays together, stays together,” Butcher & Blackbird takes that idea to the next level by featuring male and female serial killers who bond over their desire to (Dexter style) kill bad people.
Now, I’m not here to kinkshame these books or anyone who enjoys their bondage-filled exploits. Everyone’s freak flag should be flown as loudly and proudly as they want to fly it. But it is notable that the romantic book genre is filled with the kinds of men that the vast majority of women would reject in real life. Nobody really wants to date a violent, murderous thug. But it’s fun to fantasize about, especially in between watching the kind of masked man thirst traps the Lights Out male main character specializes in.

Those fantasies might not be nearly so much fun to these readers, however, if they hadn’t grown up watching Buffy have amazing sex with a pair of sexy, brooding mass murderers. Buffy the Vampire Slayer effectively contradicts the message of “Beauty and the Beasts” by constantly showcasing how fun it is to fool around with dangerous men who are bad for her. In this way, Buffy accidentally proves that episode’s villain right. Nobody wants someone who will hurt or kill them, of course, but countless people (in the show and in the world) really do want bad boys with a monster hidden inside them.
If men could take a potion to become that archetypal bad boy that women want, most would do so in a heartbeat. In that way, “Beauty and the Beasts” takes on a kind of retrospective importance, underscoring the divide (often a large one) between our public desires and our private fantasies. It’s a tale that underscores the hubris of Dr. Jekyll while also making his downfall that much more sympathetic.
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Jennifer Lopez seriously soaked up the sun this past Memorial Day, and took to Instagram to share some behind-the-scene snaps. She looked gorgeous (as always), hanging by the pool in a stunning white bikini style that totally feels like a summer classic. We’re ready to channel the same look for pool days and beach hangs, and luckily, we spotted an almost identical bathing suit on Amazon for just $26.
A white bikini always looks good, but you shouldn’t have to stress about it being see-through, especially when you go swimming. This triangle bikini is double-lined, so you don’t have to worry about any wardrobe mishaps. It’s made with a stretchy, smooth fabric blend, and is ultra comfy. Shoppers say it “fits comfortably, as you can tie it to adjust it.” They love it so much, some buy it in other colors, too!
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If you’re looking for a bikini with plenty of support on top, this one delivers. It features removable push-up padding and a flattering halter neckline that looks incredible on every body type, whether you’re bustier or smaller-chested. One reviewer wrote, “I’m a size 34DD and a medium holds my girls perfectly.”
The bottoms are cheeky and a touch sexy, while still feeling comfortable, which make them perfect for your next tropical getaway. They feature a self-tie on each side to give you the perfect fit on the bottom, too.
If you’re looking for a sexy-but-wearable bikini for your next pool day, look no further. This style nicely captures Lopez’s glam summer look, but for under $30.
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Season 3 of Zendaya’s hit series Euphoria is coming to an end.
The HBO series, which premiered in 2019, originally followed troubled high school student Rue (Zendaya) as she struggled to remain sober after rehab, and also unpacked the complicated lives of those around her. Euphoria was quickly renewed for a second season after its premiere, but it took nearly three years for the episodes to air.
The wait between season 2 to season 3 was even longer due to scheduling conflicts, industry strikes, a time jump in the plot and other obligations.
Creator Sam Levinson’s commitment to his short-lived series The Idol and the dual WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes led to season 3 being dragged out. The show officially returned in 2026 with Rue getting caught up in the world of drug trafficking, Cassie (Sydney Sweeney) turning to OnlyFans to make money while her husband, Nate (Jacob Elordi), is pushed to the brink over the debt he owes to some dangerous people.
Before Euphoria wrapped up its third season, Levinson wouldn’t directly confirm — or deny — what is to come for the show.
“[I write] every season like it’s the last season,” he told Variety in April. “[I have] no plans [for season 4].”
He continued: “I want to finish this as strong as I can. I’m cutting [episodes] 7 and 8 still. I’m putting some finishing touches. I just want to deliver a f**king slam dunk season.”
Keep scrolling for everything to know about Euphoria’s season 3 finale:
The season 3 finale airs Sunday, May 31, on HBO at 9 p.m. ET.
According to the synopsis, the finale picks up “amid the ruins of her own choices” as Rue “reckons with an agonizing past trying to reach her Promised Land.”
HBO hasn’t officially confirmed Euphoria’s future but Zendaya was asked on The Drew Barrymore Show in April if the series is coming to end. “I think so, yeah,” she said when Barrymore asked if it was the final season. “That closure is coming.”
Ahead of the finale, viewers were shocked when Nate (Jacob Elordi) was killed off the show.
“It’s a bittersweet thing,” Elordi said in a segment that aired after the May episode. “This show is a massive part of — not just my career — but my life. It’s been amazing and I’m so proud of being a part of this.”
Going into the last episode of season 3, no one is safe and everyone’s character’s life hangs in the balance.
Detective Ember Manning (Jenna Coleman) has a lot on her plate. A recent widow, she has to investigate a mysterious fire in a scenic small town that seems to exist only in British crime shows. Yet this seemingly simple case of arson leads her to another case involving the abduction of a young girl years ago, and the two seemingly unrelated crimes have a personal connection that will change Ember forever.
The Jetty doesn’t offer anything new to the genre, but what it does, it does well. The central mystery is genuinely compelling, and with only four episodes, the show doesn’t waste any time setting up its red herrings before giving viewers a satisfying resolution.
As Ember, Coleman hits all the right notes, making her detective flawed enough to be believable and relatable. The main highlight, however, is the show’s stunning cinematography, which makes great use of its moody West Yorkshire and Manchester filming locations.
Quentin Tarantino fans are riding high this year off the news that his first official film in eight years is finally set to be released. Tarantino’s last feature film came in 2019 when he wrote and directed Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood, the showbiz epic that won Brad Pitt his first and only acting Oscar. He also penned the script for the spin-off film, The Adventures of Cliff Booth, which will bring back Pitt to his Oscar-winning role — Leonardo DiCaprio is not expected to return as Rick Dalton. Netflix just announced last week that The Adventures of Cliff Booth will begin streaming on Netflix a few days before Christmas, but it will play exclusively in IMAX for two weeks starting in November. For the first time since before the COVID-19 pandemic, fans will enjoy a new Tarantino movie on the big screen later this year.
Fans could spend hours arguing about which of Quentin Tarantino’s movies is his most famous, but one that has a good chance of coming out victorious from the conversation is Pulp Fiction. Tarantino wrote and directed the 1994 film, which won the Oscar for Best Screenplay. It was also nominated for a handful of other awards, including performance recognition for John Travolta, Samuel L. Jackson, and Uma Thurman, but the film was largely overshadowed by Forrest Gump at the 1995 Oscar ceremonies. All these years after Pulp Fiction hit theaters, there is no shortage of ways to watch the film on streaming. It’s available to watch on Paramount Plus and Peacock, as well as AMC+. Pulp Fiction is also one of the most popular VOD purchases in the world on platforms like Prime Video and Apple TV.
Pulp Fiction follows the lives of two mob hitmen, a boxer, a gangster and his wife, and a pair of diner bandits as they intertwine in four tales of violence and redemption. Pulp Fiction is one of the most impressive success stories of any movie in history — it’s not every day that a film grosses over $210 million at the box office against an $8 million budget. The film also holds scores of 92% from critics and 96% from audiences on Rotten Tomatoes from hundreds of thousands of reviews, making it one of the highest-rated movies of all time.
Check out Pulp Fiction on Peacock or Paramount Plus and stay tuned to Collider for more streaming updates and coverage of Tarantino’s future projects.
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Listen, if “That Girl” had a face, the Hotties would argue that it’s, without a doubt, Megan Thee Stallion! The self-proclaimed Hot Girl just heated up timelines after popping out with a fresh new look, and she has the internet gagged!
Megan Thee Stallion wasn’t capping when she said she’s pretty like art and looks like a fixture. That’s the exact energy she had when she popped out on social media serving a whole fresh new look. The Hot Girl Coach dropped footage from her recent dinner date on Instagram, and fans’ reactions went UP the minute they peeped. The video shows Meg flexing her fresh green hair in an updo and flashing her icy grills, keeping the bling on full display.
Once The Shade Room dropped a preview of Meg’s fresh flex, the comment section went up with reactions. Plenty of fans said she been that girl and will always be that girl!
Instagram user @ayyyyedani wrote, “Ugh, she so fine 😍😍😍”
Instagram user @lakisha_cooks4u2 wrote, “Sheeeeees baaaaack.”
While Instagram user @shantelledominica93 wrote, “I like single Meg.”
Then Instagram user @sunshineztv wrote, “Monaleo and Meg making grillz look so Pretty 😍❤️🔥”
Another Instagram user @elle_obsidian wrote, “Meg is really that girl 😍😍😍”
Instagram user @tynicole00 wrote, “It don’t make no sense to be that fine 😩😍😍😍🫶🏾”
Then another Instagram user @therealaliesegoods wrote, “She never looked like what she go through and for that she always come out on top.”
While another Instagram user @thats.h.e.rxoxo wrote, “She’s FINE asf!! I’m going to always be #TEAMMEGAN 😍😍😍”
Finally, Instagram user @isupportsluts wrote, “I love how Megan bounce back after they play with her 😩❤️”
Meg always has timelines on lock when she pops out. Recently, she had fans working overtime trying to decode her lyrics after they speculated that she took shots at Klay Thompson on BossMan Dlow’s ‘Motion Party Remix.’ Even though she didn’t name-drop the baller, fans still assumed she came for him as she rapped about never checking phones and walking away the moment she catches a man cheating.
“I ain’t goin’ through no phones, that s**t stupid / If I catch a n**a cheatin’ on me, it’s deuces.” She continued, “S**t strict over here, I’m a rich b***h / Thought he did his big one ‘til he met the biggest.”
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Hudson was married to Ryder’s dad, Black Crowes singer Robinson, from 2000 to 2007, and engaged to Muse frontman Bellamy from 2011 to 2014.
Celebrate the last weekend of May by traveling around the world in style or even going to the moon.
Impossible? Not if you are subscribed to Netflix or Apple TV. Those streamers just dropped new seasons and shows that will allow you to travel thousands of miles without leaving the comfort of your own home.
Watch With Us highly recommends streaming the latest season of The Four Seasons, Netflix’s hit dramedy starring Tina Fey, Colman Domingo and some of the world’s most beautiful destinations.
In need of something more adventurous? Swing to Prime Video’s new Spider-Man series, Spider-Noir, with Nicolas Cage as the titular, fedora-wearing hero, or launch yourself toward Star City to see what it would be like if Russians had landed on the moon first.
It wouldn’t be a Watch With Us binge-watch list without a murder mystery series, and Netflix delivers yet another hit in the genre with A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder season 2.
When Steve Carell leaves a TV show, they usually go downhill in his absence. Just look at the later seasons of The Office or the last few seasons of The Morning Show if you don’t believe me. But season 2 of The Four Seasons not only bucks that trend, it also upends it as the hit Netflix series is even better without Carell’s sad-sack character, Nick.
In case you missed the season 1 finale, Nick died, and as season 2 opens, his six friends — including his ex-wife, Anne (Kerry Kenney-Silver), and very pregnant girlfriend, Ginny (Erika Henningsen) — are still dealing with processing their grief. Jack (Will Forte), Nick’s best friend, is taking it the hardest, and it’s causing a rift in his once-solid marriage to Kate (Fey).

Danny (Colman Domingo) and Claude (Marco Calvani) are having problems, too — they debate the merits of adopting a child and how it could change their lives. The Four Seasons sets all this drama amid gorgeous locations like Tuscany and Puerto Rico, so it serves as both easy escapism and a surprisingly resonant look at life in middle age.

Sony’s Spider-Man spinoffs are more misses than hits, but the studio finally hit a home run with Spider-Noir, a better-than-expected series starring Nicolas Cage as Ben Reilly, a superhero who is not Spider-Man. He’s known as “The Spider,” but he has powers similar to the wallcrawler we all know and love.
Set during the Great Depression, The Spider was once New York City’s resident hero until he failed to save the woman he loved, Ruby, from a tragic death. Depressed, he spends his days acting as a low-rent private investigator when he’s not drowning his sorrows with some bootlegged alcohol. When his current case leads him to cross paths with the gangster Silvermane (Brendan Gleeson), Ben uncovers a vast conspiracy that only The Spider can tackle. But does Ben still have what it takes to save the day?
You betcha. Shot in luminous black and white, Spider-Noir is also available to watch in digitized color — take my advice and stick with the black and white. Color or no color, the show is hella fun, with an involving narrative, a great cast of kooky supporting characters and Cage at his wild, unhinged best. Peter Parker, who?
One of 2024’s pleasant surprises was A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder, a charming, low-stakes murder mystery series that saw Wednesday’s Emma Myers play Pip, a British teen who tries to clear her friend Sal’s (Rahul Pattni) name after he’s falsely accused of his girlfriend’s murder. She succeeded, but another mystery causes her to once again play sleuth while sorting out her feelings for her boyfriend, Ravi (Zain Iqbal).
When Connor’s (Jude Morgan-Collie) brother Jamie (Eden H. Davies) goes missing, he knows of only one person who can help him — Pip. But even she’s perplexed as to why anyone would kidnap Jamie. Her only clue is that Jamie is a key witness in an ongoing criminal case involving Max (Henry Ashton), who is accused of assaulting several women. Is Max involved in Jamie’s disappearance? And even if he is, how can Pip prove it before time runs out for Jamie?
Is there any streamer that’s killing it more than Apple TV? The streamer may not have a lot of content, but what it does have is simply superb. From Severance to Widow’s Bay, Apple TV is streaming some of the best shows right now, and it’ll likely add one more feather to its streaming cap with Star City.
A spinoff of the long-running sci-fi series For All Mankind, Star City explores a tantalizing “what if?” scenario — what if the Soviets were the first to put a man on the moon? Rhys Ifans stars as the Chief Designer of the Cosmonaut program, who not only has to find a way to actually launch a human into outer space without killing them, but also does it under the oppressive eye of Lyudmilla Raskova (Anna Maxwell Martin), the head of the KGB at Star City, who oversees everyone and demands total allegiance to Mother Russia.
Colman Domingo’s heartfelt tribute to Chadwick Boseman has rekindled memories of the late actor among fans who still feel the weight of his loss.
Domingo recently opened up about the sacred bond he shared with Boseman, recalling how the “Black Panther” star believed in him and publicly affirmed his talent long before his ongoing career resurgence.
After spending years as a respected but under-the-radar performer, the “Euphoria” actor says he is now in an “incredible harvest period,” with his name continuing to rise across major circles in Hollywood.
Domingo recently reflected on the powerful words Boseman shared with him before they starred together in the 2020 film adaptation of August Wilson’s “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom.”
In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, the Oscar-nominated actor recalled reconnecting with Boseman at a Hollywood party after the late actor had already become a global star through “Black Panther,” which grossed more than $1 billion worldwide.
Domingo said they had previously done a few play readings together, so they knew each other, though not very closely. When he saw Boseman at the event, he walked over to congratulate him on his success.
Domingo told Boseman that he was proud of everything he had achieved and that it was beautiful to watch his rise. However, Boseman immediately turned the attention back to him.
According to the “Euphoria” star, Boseman pointed him out and told the room that people needed to know his name, calling him “the truth” and urging others to keep their eyes on him.

On social media, fans have been moved by Domingo’s comments about Boseman, with many saying the tribute brought back the grief they still feel over the late actor’s death.
Writing on X, one fan admitted the moment caught them off guard late at night, writing, “It’s. 1 am and now I’m crying.”
Another user was reminded of the pair’s shared screen history, commenting, “I forgot they was in Ma Rainey together.”
Someone else shared that Boseman’s memory still hits hard years later, adding, “I still start crying if I sit and think about Chadwick too much.”

Elsewhere in the interview, Domingo recalled learning about Boseman’s death while he was grilling burgers, after receiving a text from playwright Robert O’Hara.
Boseman died in 2020 from colon cancer at the age of 43, leaving behind a legacy that continues to shape many of the artists who worked with and admired him.
For Domingo, the loss was deeply personal. He explained that Boseman occupied a rare space in Hollywood as someone who understood his background, his experience, and the specific pressures that come with being a Black man navigating the industry.
He added that he believes Boseman is still lifting actors like him and Michael B. Jordan “from the other side,” describing the late star as a “beautiful angel” in his life.
Domingo also opened up about the years he spent doing respected work without receiving the kind of leading roles he hoped for.
After more than three decades in the industry, the actor admitted he once began to believe that being a leading man might not be part of his story.
He said he had experienced many moments where his work was respected and recognized, but the spotlight still seemed to go elsewhere. Over time, he began to make peace with the idea that he might always be the performer standing beside the lead rather than the one at the center.
Domingo explained that he imagined himself continuing to support stars such as David Oyelowo, Viola Davis, and even Boseman himself, in ensemble roles.
However, that has changed dramatically in recent years, as he received back-to-back Best Actor Oscar nominations for “Rustin” in 2024 and “Sing Sing” in 2025.

At 56, Domingo now appears to be in one of the busiest and most visible chapters of his career.
The actor has been attached to major projects including “Euphoria,” the Michael Jackson biopic “Michael,” the second season of Netflix’s comedy “The Four Seasons,” and Steven Spielberg’s upcoming thriller “Disclosure Day.”
When asked whether he wished success had come earlier, Domingo joked that his finances probably would have preferred that. Still, he said he would not change the way things unfolded.
Domingo explained that, after years of planting seeds as an artist, he now feels he is entering the third act of his career with a sense of reward and perspective.
For him, the current wave of recognition feels like an “incredible harvest period” after decades of steady work in Hollywood.
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Believe it or not, you don’t need to spend rich to dress like it. Meghan Markle proved that a simple striped shirt makes anyone look like an Aussie socialite, and we found her crisp summer style on sale for just $23.
Spotted at Bondi Beach, the Duchess of Sussex wore a crisp blue-and-white striped shirt that was knotted at the waist. She paired it with simple cream trousers and sneakers for an outfit that whispered: “I summer in three different time zones.” Her old-money look is shockingly easy to recreate; we’re doing so with this chic Amazon twin.
Get the Siliteelon Dressy Striped Shirt for $23 (was $26) at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate at the date of publication but are subject to change.
This Siliteelon Dressy Striped Shirt is eerily similar to Markle’s, with the same stripe print, front buttons, proper collar and rollable long sleeves. It balances laid-back and tailored, which is hard to do: if it’s too stiff, you lose the breezy vibe, but too oversized, you’re drowning in dad’s old shirt. This one hits the sweet spot.
Better yet, this lightweight shirt is made with 100% cotton material that breathes, drapes naturally and ages beautifully. It’s also office-appropriate, so you could easily wear it with tailored trousers and loafers. But the real magic happens when you channel your inner Aussie cool girl and style it like Markle with comfy pants, white sneakers and oversized sunnies.
“You can wear this with jeans, skirts or pants — business casual or laid-back,” One five-star shopper wrote. They added, “I live in Austin, so I am thankful that this is lightweight and feels freeing. Just enough coverage for the cold air conditioner at work, but not too much for the hot summer weather . . . I’ve already gotten compliments!”
Another happy reviewer wrote, “Whether I wear it with old jeans or as part of my business attire at work, I get compliments every time. It is bold and just makes me feel beautiful.”
Markle’s shirt style reads sun-drenched and vacation-coded, yet incredibly polished at the same time. Add the neutral pants and you’ve essentially built a summer Hamptons uniform for under $30, no helicopter required. Snag this summer staple below!
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Most fashion emergencies can be solved with a little black dress, but is there an equivalent in the skincare world? Well, according to Amazon shoppers, there is — although it’s been a well-kept secret among experts and those in the know for years. We’re, of course, talking about Biafine Skin Recovery Emulsion, a cult-favorite French pharmacy moisturizer that only recently (and quietly!) became available on the retail site.
Described as a “multi-use solution” for both the face and body, this lightweight, hypoallergenic, water-based cream is more than just super hydrating and nourishing (although it excels at that, too). It’s that all-around skin soother you’re searching for, whether you’re hoping for relief from sunburn, razor burn, annoyingly itchy rashes, dry patches that never seem to disappear and more.
Get the Biafine Skin Recovery Emulsion for $35 at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate as of the publishing date but are subject to change.
Like most viral beauty products, this pick stands apart from competitors on the market because of its ingredients. Avocado oil, squalene and Triethanolamine (Trolamine) Alginate (which, yes, is derived from algae) combine to quench and revive dry, tired-looking skin while also helping to restore its barrier. The mix absorbs quickly and isn’t greasy or sticky, which is why many users have no problem applying it daily, even to sensitive areas.
One Amazon reviewer labeled Biafine Skin Recovery Emulsion as their “skin is freaking out emergency cream,” saying they reach for it whenever things are feeling “dry, irritated [or] maybe a little over-exfoliated.”
“What I love most is how versatile it is,” they continued. “I’ve used it on my face, on dry patches, even on irritated skin after shaving — and it works every time.”
Another shopper called the moisturizer a “reset button for your skin.”
“I often experiment with new skincare routines and sometimes end up damaging my skin barrier, but I can always count on Biafine to bring it back to life,” they wrote. “At this point, I even use it as a daily moisturizer. . . It’s the one product I know I can always rely on. I’ve also heard that people in France use it for burns, which really shows how effective this emulsion is!”
The good news is that the brand promises the American version of the recovery cream has the same formula and texture as the French favorite, so you’re not getting duped. You’re truly using the same skincare must-have that pros have been scooping up on vacation since the ’70s — without having to buy a pricy plane ticket.
One thing to note is that the product has a slight fragrance, though many swear they can’t smell it or note that it’s “mild.” A shopper who was worried about sensitivities described it as a “combination of clean laundry and citrus.”
While this moisturizer may have been popular with true beauty insiders in the past, it appears the rest of the world is quickly catching on. Over 2K tubes were sold in the past month, so hurry and grab one for yourself before it goes out of stock!
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