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    I Saw the Face of Beauty—and It Was Black

    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

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    The Best Non-Toxic Sunscreens of 2020

    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

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    Dubai salons are now able to offer almost all services

    As business in Dubai is gradually returning to normal, new protocols have been announced for salons and barber shops in Dubai, per directives from the Dubai Economy. When salons first reopened, they were only permitted to operate at 30 per cent capacity along with selected treatments which involved minimal contact. However, in the new directive […] More

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    My Journey with Perioral Dermatitis

    My skin and I have always had a pretty solid relationship. As with any long-term coexistence, there have been some ups and downs, but overall, I’ve never felt I had the right to complain. My mom was proactive with taking me to the dermatologist when I started being a hormonal pre-teen, and some low-grade benzoyl […] More

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    What to Expect with Salons Re-Opening

    It’s been a few months since most of us have been to a salon in person. Ever since cities and states began to shut down to stop the spread of the new coronavirus, which causes COVID-19, salons haven’t been an option. But now, states are starting to reopen, which means salons are too. That doesn’t […] More