Wednesday, March 25, 2026 |
The strangest thing happened this week: I got a text from my dentist reminding me of an appointment, and I felt excited. I can't wait to show off how healthy my teeth are looking after working on ELLE's Lip Service Awards, our editor-tested recommendations for an upgraded mouth routine. From toothbrushing TikTokers to tongue readings and our fascination with celebrity veneers, it's apparent that, as beauty editor Katie Berohn writes, "mouths are having a moment." Today we take a deep dive into the trend—go down the rabbit hole below to find a new lipstick, try an amazing new toothbrush like I did, or learn to be just fine with the perfectly imperfect smile you were born with. —Sara Austin, executive editor |