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15 Jul

Are Lash Businesses On The Decline? Here’s What Techs

Are Lash Businesses On The Decline? Here’s What Techs
courtesy of Marc Jacobs / BFA 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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15 Jul

How To Strengthen Your Nails This Summer – Essence

How To Strengthen Your Nails This Summer – Essence
Rick Gomez / Getty Images 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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13 Jul

All the things You Need To Know About Face

All the things You Need To Know About Face
Delmaine Donson / Getty Images Summer is once we are least likely to contemplate using a face oil. If anything, we're running away from all products that may make us more oily than desired. Nonetheless, we should always reconsider before completely breaking up with oils altogether. This important skincare step can add a fantastic sun-kissed glow to our flawless tan. Don’t imagine us? We’ve got backup! Holistic esthetician Shani Hillian, renowned for her expertise in skincare, is here to spill the tea on face oils, explain how one can use them, and elucidate their advantages. Why should I think about using oils for my skin? Did you already know your skin has a pH balance? Based on Hillian, oils...
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6 Jul

ESScent Of The Week: ‘That Girl’ Is The Viral

ESScent Of The Week: ‘That Girl’ Is The Viral
Welcome to ESScent — a weekly fragrance series, where we tantalize your senses with the most recent scents and swoon-worthy launches. From floral fantasies to sultry musks, we’re here to guide you thru the ever-evolving landscape of perfumery, ensuring you’re at all times one step ahead within the scent game. Get able to embark on a fragrant journey that celebrates the sweetness, power, and individuality of Black women through the art of scent. After I’m scrolling through my TikTok “for you” page and listen to “Okay b–ch, I’ve got it, let’s try it,” I just know Paul Fino’s (aka @paulreactss) review goes to be great. Okay, well possibly all the things isn’t a “hit,” but I at the very least know...
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