It started with a woman of color and sexism…
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Beauty
The Ties That Bind
I gained independence through the centuries-long Iranian tradition of threading.
Read MoreWinter Skin Care Tips: 10 Essentials
Top tips on how to get glowing skin inside and out during winter!
Read MoreWhat Are Sunspots on the Skin and How Should I Treat Them?
Forgetting about your SPF can cause sunspots and age spots. Read this article to find out how to handle them!
Read MoreVitamin A for Acne
Struggling with acne? Vitamin A should be your best friend from now on! Learn everything about vitamin A and acne, and how to use retinol with vitamin C serums!
Read MorePost-Inflammatory Erythema: Causes and Treatment
Struggling with red marks on your skin? This might be Post-Inflammatory Erythema (PIE). Check out this article to find out causes and treatments for this skin condition
Read MoreHow To Keep Your Skin Hydrated (With 10 Simple Tips)
Hydrated skin is healthy skin. Dry, dehydrated skin can cause irritation, itching, and other uncomfortable symptoms that can lead to a dull and tired complexion. Luckily, keeping your skin hydrated is easy if you follow some simple tips, from drinking more water to using a hydrating face moisturizer. In this post, we’ll share with you…
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Estrenado: The Beauty of Returning Home
Dressing up was at once both Mami’s idea, and not. Her vanity is so deeply rooted in the Dominican culture of decency and propriety that it’s practically encoded in her DNA…
Read MoreCan Black People Have Freckles? The Answer Is Yes! (Duh.)
How they form and appear on darker skin tones — and how to protect your skin Let it be known: freckles aren’t only for fair-skinned maidens. Braided red hair a la Pippi Longstocking is no longer a requisite to having a complexion covered with a smattering of these charming spots — locks, twists, and 4C…
Read MoreBrightening cream vs brightening serum: What’s the difference and why should you use them?
In the end, your ultimate choice might depend on your skin type and desired results. Dark spots, acne scars, melasma and other skin issues that change your skin tone are annoying. But you already knew that since you’re reading this article. Not only are they unsightly, but it’s hard to know how to treat them…
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