Browsing: Beauty & Self-Care

A University of Washington student has argued that the return of ultra-thin beauty standards in American culture is tied to white supremacy, traditional gender roles, and political power during President Donald Trump’s second term.

Being an It girl isn’t just photo shoots, brunch at that place where no one else can get a reservation, fashion week pap walks, and bottle service at the club. This status also means knowing when to put on your fuzziest socks and keep it low-key (cool girls enjoy a Grey’s Anatomy marathon too). So,…

Whether or not you’ve actually used the term “protective hairstyle,” if you have tightly curled or coily hair, there’s a very good chance you’ve worn one. Those plaits with the ball hair ties you wore on your first day of kindergarten? A protective hairstyle. Those Scary Spice-inspired Bantu knots you rocked in high school? Protective.…

Think of your cleanser as the best supporting actor in your skin-care routine: It may not get all the glory, but it does more than simply wash your face. The best moisturizing face washes are proof: They rinse away makeup, sunscreen, and grime all while delivering hydration, replenishing your skin barrier, and even addressing concerns…

A skincare expert has been selected as one of just three UK speakers at a leading international science symposium.

Found: the most soothing SPFs on the market. When your skin is easily irritated by what can feel like everything under the sun, the best sunscreens for sensitive skin may be your saving grace. Even the most beloved sunscreen formulas might not be a good match for reactive skin, since certain chemical UV filters can…

Believe the hype: Wicker is the wittiest, smartest, most romantic movie of the year. It’s also the horniest, and should we be surprised? The basketweaving lexicon is full of words like “tucking,” “waling”, and “rim,” with willow rods described as “featuring a thick butt end and a thin tip.” That’s crafty…and hot.

Another day, another show-stopping makeup look for pop star Zara Larsson by makeup artist Sophia Sinot! With hit after hit after hit popping up on our phone screens, you think we’d get used to seeing such fun, creative glam, but we’ve got one word for you: Never. Their latest collab, however, is a marked departure…

From relaxing spa treatments to grooming and wellness experiences, Johannesburg offers several ways to unwind. Image: Pexels

South Korea is ground zero for a lot of the hottest, and flat-out craziest, beauty trends of the past decade. There is a new one out there that its creators are hoping catches on in the US, which is a bit ironic considering that it’s made from the skin of dead people from the US.