Category: Makeup
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After being attacked for her lash extensions, Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett went viral for her clapback over the weekend. Naturally, this stirred up the present conversation around the worth we pay for our lashes. With the cost of living in the US rising and grass wall salons offering less for more, justifying the worth of lash services could also be tougher now than 4 years ago. And while Texas natives (cue: Megan Thee Stallion and Revlon’s lash collaboration) may have the ability to come back out of pocket, clients in Recent York and California may very well be turning to reasonably priced DIY lashes instead.
In line with Los Angeles lash tech Alanah Sahaba, lashes experienced...
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As nail care turns into spring and summer’s big beauty trend (cue the favored “no-nicure” nails), constructing strong nails are a can’t miss step for mani-pedi season. Whether you’re into the Lori Harvey-approved micro-French tip, or prefer decorated, extra-long Nicki-like nails, a healthy cuticle, nail bed, and fingernails are all the time a must. “Nail health can affect the longevity of a manicure,” celebrity nail artist Aja Walton tells ESSENCE. “Stronger nails are less susceptible to chipping or lifting, leading to a longer-lasting manicure.”
Below, Walton shares her top tricks to strengthen your nails this summer.
What causes weak nails?
“Weak, brittle nails are sometimes the results of dehydration, poor nutrition, an excessive amount of water exposure, or...
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