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In a world full of nail polish comfort zones—think: that same pale pink you’ve been defaulting to since middle school—there’s no better time to branch out than during summer. Vampy shades of red and classic nudes take a backseat for bright neons and the shades on the color wheel you usually feel a little afraid […] More
In my last fews years of adulthood, I’ve begun to start questioning a lot of the beauty myths I’ve been told my whole life. “You don’t need sunscreen inside!” Debunked. “You need to wash your hair every day!” Debunked. “The only way to get rid of a zit is to pop it!” Debunked times one […] More
I have this new fun thing I do every day where I open up my fridge, pull up a chair, and sit there all night because my apartment is a sauna. It’s barely June, and I’m already savoring every second in an air-conditioned grocery store. Summer just arrived, and if you’re already sweating like me, […] More
Feed your face We all know that beauty starts from inside. Here are some of the best foods to feed your hair, nails and skin to feel beautiful all summer long. Seeds There are many different types of seeds which can help improve beauty from the inside including chia, flax, pumpkin and sunflower seeds. Tiny […] More
While we’re spending time listening to Black voices, learning how to be better allies, and discussing race in our communities, one of the easiest ways we can use our white and/or socio-economic privilege is by uplifting and supporting Black-owned and Black-woman-owned businesses. As a beauty lover, it’s a pretty easy task, with dozens of incredible […] More
In 1993, my mother ushered my sisters and I into the car and drove us to a neighboring town. The streets were lined with people of all races; black, brown, white… everyone eager to get a glimpse of the newly-crowned Miss South Africa. But unlike all the previous years and unlike any other Miss South […] More
You already know that sunscreen is our top beauty secret and pool-side accessory (sun protection is chic, ladies!). Even if you’re one of the lucky ones who do not burn like a literal lobster after 25 minutes outside (guilty!), sun exposure can cause wrinkles and premature aging, but most importantly, skin cancer. We depend on our […] More
You’ve seen it all over Instagram: a bathtub adorned with rose petals and sliced lemons, lined with candles and essential oils and beautifully-labeled products. There’s likely a bath caddy with a good book, a glass of wine, and a face mask, for good measure. I’ve seen these images time and time again, but wrote them […] More
