I’ve dealt with hyperpigmentation for as long as I can remember (my pimples have a way of leaving dark spots behind). U Beauty Resurfacing Compound has many of the brightening, smoothing ingredients I look for, including vitamin C, alpha hydroxy acids, and retinol, plus clarifying witch hazel and hydrating vitamin E. (It’s important to remember:…

In middle school, Hayley Kiyoko wore way too much perfume. Every morning, the 29-year-old actor/singer doused herself with the sweet scent of Elizabeth Arden Green Tea. Like a layer of armor, the fragrance helped protect her confidence and her heart as she was understanding her identity.  “Girls would tell me that I smelled good, and…

When Amber Jean Rowan was diagnosed with alopecia, an autoimmune disease in which the body attacks its own hair follicles and causes hair loss, 13 years ago, she developed an understandable thirst for knowledge on the subject. She went to medical professionals regarding possible treatments, of course, but despite a thriving internet, the more nuanced…

The COVID-19 pandemic has taken away a lot from us, but it has also birthed new cultural phenomena that highlight the ingenious ways we are adjusting to our new reality in this perpetual state of quasi-lockdown. Verzuz, an Instagram Live battle series started by Timbaland and Swizz Beatz in March 2020, is one such feature…

Buying a gift for your partner can be a challenge any time of the year, and Valentine’s Day is no exception. But trust us, it’s not as hard as you think, even if the person in question is fairly picky (or on the opposite end, simple and no-fuss). Every dude could use a little pick-me-up…

A pimple pops up. You reach for salicylic acid to help clear out that clogged pore. Easy call, right? Well, new research suggests acne might be even more complicated than we previously thought – and that antioxidants of all things may play a key role in managing breakouts. Now, SkinCeuticals is bottling an antioxidant formula…

In my very humble opinion, Megan Thee Stallion can do no wrong. She gives her Hotties (the nickname for her fanbase) booty-bouncing music and always comes through with beauty inspiration, whether it’s in the form of Playboy-themed lipstick nails or a new brightly colored wig. The latest look the Hot Girl Captain has dropped on…

OK, so we’re going to assume you clicked on this link because Valentine’s Day is one of your favorite holidays, and you either have an at-home date with your significant other or virtual plans with some friends. Keeping with that assumption, you’ve probably been preparing:  A romantic dinner? Check. The perfect gift? Check. A few…

Elaborately-braided hairstyles can sometimes take hours to achieve, so of course, you want them to look extra fresh once you finally get out of the salon chair. We’re talking about hair that makes you do a double take and then double tap.  Braiding, particularly in cultures with a strong African influence, is a tradition that…

If you’re a frequent Nordstrom shopper, we have some exciting news for you: The retail giant’s commitment to expanding its beauty selection and filling its shelves (both virtual and physical) with diverse brands that serve Black and brown consumers that have often been overlooked or undervalued in the beauty market. First launched in October 2020,…