September 15, 2026

Today: Stop shaming 3-in-1 product users. Plus …

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Beauty writer Neha Tandon is a self-proclaimed snob. Spotting a 3-in-1 product in someone’s shower used to give her the ick. But now, she’s not so quick to judge. Says Neha: “From an actual chemistry standpoint, these do-it-all products really aren’t so terrible.”

Despite what the beauty industry wants us to believe, different parts of the body don’t necessarily require distinct products. “You can often get away with one do-it-all shower product,” Neha writes. “Or at least rid yourself of the shameful secret of having harbored a multiuse wash for decades.”

Why one soap can (usually) do three jobs→

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Your loofah could be doing more harm than good. The warm, damp environment of your shower can turn your loofah into a hanging petri dish, and using it frequently can increase your risk of breakouts and skin inflammation.

Here’s what to use instead→

Repeat after us: Aquaphor is not a moisturizer Instead, use it to help heal cracked cuticles, dry lips, or eczema patches→

Lather, rinse, and, yes, repeat In some cases, shampooing twice can make a noticeable difference→

There might be PFAS in your makeup. Don’t panic. According to experts, makeup products aren’t a primary source of exposure to forever chemicals→

Does collagen cream actually work? Our beauty writer investigates whether it actually makes skin look plumper→

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If you simply can’t be converted to the 3-in-1 lifestyle: We found the best body washes after months of slathering and sudsing. Our favorites include a soft, rich lather that feels great on eczema-prone skin and an affordable, fragrance-free option that’s wonderfully hydrating.

Plus, a very bubbly (and currently on-sale!) cleanser→

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