Because we want clear, healthy skin without paying hundreds of dollars. Let’s be real here: the secret to feeling great in your skin is to have good skin. When you have acne or your skin is dry or irritated, it’s hard to feel your best. But to have healthy, clear skin, YouTube beauty gurus and Instagram influencers […]
Beauty
Size Matters (and I’m Living Proof)
Why the business of boobs is busting out from “bigger is better” You’d think a Victoria’s Secret in every American mall would basically guarantee a bra for every pair of breasts nationwide. However, once you pass the iconic feather-winged mannequins with perky, pint-size chests in favor of the tables overflowing with itchy grandma bras, you […]
#NoFilter as the Culture of Social Media Slowly Shifts Towards Authenticity
A young woman scrolls through Instagram. Each picture she likes is of a different model, celebrity, influencer, or friend edited to perfection. Some photos show airbrushed skin and flawless smiles; others highlight slender legs and toned stomachs. Although the posts are all edited differently, each one shows a warped reality that strays further from the […]
Do Face Serums Help or Hurt?
Maybe it’s just me, but one of my serious guilty pleasures is the Vogue Youtube channel – specifically the Vogue Beauty Secrets videos. Something that I noticed after watching literal hours of makeup tutorials is that many of the women use face serums to prepare their face before applying their makeup. Women like Taylor Hill, […]
Our Top 10 Makeup Must-Haves For Fall
By: Bina Lee – Fall is in full swing and that means it’s time for a shakeup to the beauty routine. Whether you love a smoky eye, a sultry dark lip, or just want to keep your skin smooth and glowing as the temperature drops, we’ve rounded up our 10 must-haves to add to your […]
The Very Best of Organic Beauty
By: Meaghanne O’Connell – It’s no secret organic products are beneficial for us.When it comes to beauty, we can help make the planet a better place while also looking and feeling gorgeous. Organic beauty products cut out any synthetic fragrances and dyes, which tends to irritate the skin and scalp, leaving you vulnerable to breakouts. […]
Your Guide to Finding the Perfect Nail Look
By: Bina Lee – Nail-care is a must when presenting your best and true self. Let your nails speak volumes and let the world know that you came to slay with your claws. You can never go wrong with a subtle, natural look. Try going with white, light pink, or nude colors. An ombré effect would […]
Easy Makeup Looks to Try This Halloween
By: Jenna Cooper – You have people who prefer Coke to Pepsi, books to TV, and cameras to polaroids. You also have those who plan their Halloween costume ahead of time, and those who do not. Halloween is only a few days away and there is a good chance that you’ve forgotten to plan an […]
Skin Care and Self-Care: How To Survive Midterm Stress Breakouts
By: Meaghanne O’Connell – Midterms are here, which pretty much translates to the week of added stress, late nights, and a breakout that makes me want to crawl under a rock. We’re talking breakouts with excessive oiliness and annoyingly painful blemishes that pop up as the week goes on. When I first experienced horrible stress […]
The 10 Minute Beauty Routine When You Hit Snooze Twice
By: Jenna Cooper – The harassing sound of your alarm goes off for the third time this morning and you can’t help yourself from hitting that snooze. The alarm disturbs your slumber yet again and you peek at the time, just to see if you could squeeze another precious five minutes in. Panic sets in; […]