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When Benny Blanco Misses Selena Gomez, He Wears Her Perfume

Benny Blanco is clearly head over heels for Selena Gomez, and he’s not afraid to smell like it. In a recent TikTok, the producer casually admitted that when Selena isn’t around, he spritzes her Rare Beauty perfume all over himself to feel closer to her.

Yep, that’s right—he wears her signature scent just to keep her “essence” nearby.

The confession was part of a promo for Rare Beauty’s new fragrance line, and while Selena didn’t seem weirded out, she did call him “so cheesy.” Which, to be fair, is kind of true. But is it cute-cheesy, or “this might be a red flag” cheesy?

Fans are split. Some think it’s a romantic gesture—like playing your partner’s favorite song on repeat when you miss them. Others say it’s a little too intense, bordering on a cologne-scented cry for help.

Still, it fits with the hyper-honest and quirky brand Blanco and Gomez have built as a couple. They’ve shared plenty of open, even cringey-in-a-good-way moments online since confirming their relationship. From silly videos to deeply personal tributes, their vibe seems to be “too real,” in a way that fans (and TikTok) love.

And while Benny might be catching side-eyes for borrowing her scent, it’s worth pointing out: celebrities have done stranger things in the name of love. (Remember Angelina and Billy Bob’s vial necklaces?)

In the end, it’s just perfume. And love is weird. So if dousing himself in Rare Beauty makes Benny feel close to his girlfriend, more power to him. Just maybe… take it easy on the spritzes.

“Ozempic Face” Is Sending More and More People to Plastic Surgeons

Losing weight quickly might be great for your waistline, but it’s not always great for your face lines.

Thanks to the rise of drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy, there’s now a new wrinkle in the weight-loss conversation—literally. It’s called “Ozempic face,” and according to some doctors, it’s driving a fresh wave of plastic surgery procedures.

While it might sound like a joke, the trend is all too real. The gist? People are dropping pounds fast on these GLP-1 medications, but their skin isn’t keeping up. The result is sagging, wrinkles, and an overall “sunken” or “aged” look that has some users sprinting from the pharmacy to the med spa.

Who coined the term “Ozempic face”?

New York-based dermatologist Dr. Paul Jarrod Frank claims credit for coming up with it. (Yeah, Paul?? We want receipts!!) But whether he actually coined the term or not, he’s definitely an expert on this stuff.

According to Dr. Frank, rapid weight loss can make facial fat disappear before the skin has time to bounce back. It’s especially true for people over 40. By the time you hit your fourth decade, your skin has lost some of its elasticity… or potentially gone full catcher’s mitt.

In other words, your body gets smaller, but your face suddenly starts doing a spot-on impression of a prune. And the solution for more and more Ozempic patients seems to be a follow-up appointment with a plastic surgeon.

Not everyone needs the scalpel.

Fillers can help restore some volume, and they’re often the first option newly skinny folks opt for. But Dr. Frank says more patients are now opting for full-on facelifts or skin-tightening procedures.

“You can only refill a deflated balloon so much.“

Yeah, Dr. Frank doesn’t mince words. Though he does admit sometimes fillers can be enough.

“You can only refill a deflated balloon so much, and often surgical intervention is necessary. [But sometimes], just upping the dosage of their volume replacement is more than enough. Someone who may have used one syringe of filler in the past is now using two or three.”

“Ozempic face” is just a trendy term.

To be clear, this isn’t just an Ozempic issue. Any rapid weight loss can do this, whether it’s from dieting, surgery, or a different medication.

But with drugs like Ozempic exploding in popularity, doctors say they’re seeing a noticeable uptick in patients seeking cosmetic fixes to go along with their slimmer bodies.

The Ozempic / facelift link is just a theory… for now.

There’s no conclusive data yet tying the rise in plastic surgery procedures directly to these weight-loss drugs, but anecdotally, experts say it tracks.

For now, it’s another example of how the path to looking better sometimes comes with unexpected detours—and in this case, sometimes a knife.

Jamie Lee Curtis Compares Plastic Surgery Craze to “Genocide”

Jamie Lee Curtis is not pulling any punches when it comes to plastic surgery and her latest comments are sparking serious conversations.

In a bold interview with “The Guardian“, she compared the rise of cosmetic procedures to a kind of societal “genocide.” Her words? “There’s a disfigurement of generations of predominantly women who are altering their appearances.”

Let’s just say, she’s not here to sugarcoat it.

Curtis has long been outspoken about her issues with the beauty industry, but this time she took it a step further, referring to the phenomenon as, quote, “the genocide of a generation of women by the cosmeceutical industrial complex.” According to her, this growing obsession with altering appearances through fillers, surgeries, and filters is erasing natural beauty—and with it, an entire generation’s authentic identity.

“I’ve used that word for a long time,” she explained. “And I use it specifically because it’s a strong word.”

She also called out the pressure to look flawless in a filtered world, saying, “Better is fake.” And while Curtis is clearly passionate about the issue, she also emphasized that she’s not out to shame individuals. “I would never say a word,” she said of people who’ve had work done. “It’s not my job to give my opinion, it’s none of my business.”

Still, she describes cosmetic procedures as a slippery slope. “Once you start, you can’t stop,” she added, calling it a “never-ending cycle.”

Although she didn’t name names, Curtis did say the recent media landscape is full of examples of people . . . especially women . . . altering their looks in extreme and highly visible ways.

To punctuate her stance, she also took part in a photoshoot for “The Guardian” featuring her wearing oversized, waxy red lips—a cheeky (and slightly creepy) nod to how artificial beauty standards have become.

Sharpies as Lip Liner? TikTok Trend Sparks Toxic Backlash

In today’s episode of “things we probably shouldn’t have to say out loud,” TikTok has blessed us with yet another beauty hack that’s equal parts bold and baffling: people are using Sharpie markers as lip liner.

One TikToker raved about her DIY Sharpie lip, even tagging the company and requesting more shades.

Unsurprisingly, beauty influencers and actual experts are not exactly lining up to co-sign this trend. One user admitted her lips felt dry and she could “smell the chemicals.” Another chimed in with the not-so-reassuring observation that her lips “weren’t burning”… but definitely didn’t feel right.

And here’s the thing: it’s not just about a weird taste or temporary dryness. Permanent markers like Sharpies are made with chemicals including xylene, toluene, and urethane resin. According to poison control experts, inhaling the fumes is already harmful… and applying that stuff directly on your mouth? Not good.

Sharpie’s official stance (because yes, this trend has become enough of a thing that they had to chime in): use the markers only as intended.

That means for art projects, not face-painting.

Dermatologists agree. One told Fox News the chemicals are “concerning” and “risky” for skin and lips. The good news? If you’ve tried it once, you’re probably okay… just, you know… don’t do it again.

As much as TikTok loves a good beauty hack, maybe let this one dry out. Or at the very least, stick to products that were actually meant to go on your face. Your lips (and your lungs) will thank you.

In Manicure News: Tropical Fruit… Nails

This summer, your nails might be looking… snackable?

A new trend is sweeping nail salons (and search queries): fruit-inspired nail colors. From cherry red to kiwi green, these juicy shades are turning fingertips into miniature fruit bowls. It’s fun, it’s fresh… and according to a new Google Trends map, every state has a fruity favorite.

Topping the list is cherry red, the go-to color in nearly half the country. It’s bold, and clearly the queen of the nail polish aisle.

A slightly softer watermelon shade takes over much of the South, while the pinker strawberry is the top pick in Ohio and Georgia.

Peach rules in Kansas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Montana, and Massachusetts.

In sunnier palettes, pineapple yellow stands out in New York, Florida, Louisiana, and Wyoming. A lighter lemon tone leads in Michigan, Colorado, Tennessee, Hawaii, and Delaware.

Heading north, greens take over. Dark lime is hot in Maine, Minnesota, and North Carolina, while a more mellow kiwi tone is popular in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and North Dakota.

And then there’s Nebraska, the one and only state to go blue with its top pick: blueberry.

The fruit-nail craze fits right in with other seasonal beauty trends, including sheer jelly finishes, “fruit water” manicures, and translucent colors that give off the look of hard candy or stained glass. The overall vibe? Playful, low-key nostalgic, and good enough to eat (though please don’t).