No, you're not that bad; it's just that you haven't found the one (of) — yet. We wholeheartedly encourage you not to give up on your search for an effective natural deodorant; one that will keep you, at the very least, nodding to yourself and going: "I can live with this.", knowing that you're doing better for yourself and for our planet. We know that many disappointments lead to a lowered bar, in terms of expectations, but natural deodorants available to us now are with little likeness to how they were in their first years. Things move, develop, and happen fast in the beauty industry, but we, as consumers, have also become more demanding — nowadays, the brands are accommodating not just our need for odor-neutralizing, dry-feeling, safe, gorgeous-smelling, natural deodorants, but also our need for Earth-oriented and gender-inclusive products and packaging.
How comfortable are we in our own skin, at the end of the day? Any tightness there? Just in time as we're starting to bare more skin, we thought we'd reveal to you some multitasking body oils that are made for indulgences; care: yes, very much so, but the sensory pleasures and aromatherapeutic benefits one gets from these body oils is the cherry on top of excellent skin care they provide, thus making regular post-shower body moisturization an act of self-care of sorts; intimate moments all your own, but made a touch more extraordinary.
VitaGlow-D, a plant-derived ingredient related to vitamin D, helps to increase skin hydration and provide a luminous glow. With added antioxidants like CoQ10 and vitamins B5 and E, it also helps shield skin against the aging effects of environmental stress. This sunscreen serum is suitable for all skin types and is coral reefs and marine life-safe.
Do you find the smell and sight of cherry blossoms optimistic and alluring? Does it make you feel impatient as you remember biting into those first, succulent fruits of the season (especially since they're Whole30-friendly)? That burst of taste and smell of cherries that is so mesmerizing to some is only the surface. The glorious cherry tree has a lot more to give than that. In the beauty industry, both wild and sweet cherries are used for an array of benefits they have on our skin and hair. Here's which parts of the cherry trees are used and what it is that makes them a hero among natural skincare ingredients.
Congratulations, mama-to-be! And good for you, looking out for the health of your baby before it's even born. While the experience of pregnancy is different and personal for everyone, the one thing in common for all expecting ladies is that with pregnancy come a whole lot of changes — and among physical ones, you can expect changes in regard to your skin. If skincare is something you are mindful of, and are currently loving your carefully curated collection of beauty products, you might want to look over their ingredient lists to make sure they don't contain anything that could potentially harm your developing baby. Specific ingredients are advised to be avoided, but there are plenty of pregnancy-safe skincare products out there that can help you maintain (or get) the glow, battle dark spots or acne (infamously worsening in some women during pregnancy), nourish, heal and guard your skin — in a way that's safe for your baby.
Having a healthy and satisfying sex life is a natural way to de-stress, improve mental and physical health, as well as intensify intimacy and learn more about yourself and the other, so investing in sex toys can be the perfect way to spruce up your intimate time, either alone or with a partner. There is, however, an abundance of sex toys out there, and the only way to discover which type(s) will make you feel good (and, just as important, which won't) is to try different ones. As many as you can. But...where to start?
Vitamin C is a well-established, powerhouse nutrient in skincare products, offering numerous anti aging benefits, including fighting oxidative stress, promoting collagen synthesis, boosting glow, and fading discolorations. Because vitamin C is a key player in collagen production, it can help improve skin elasticity and firmness, reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines, and even work to prevent stretch marks. And that's not all — vitamin C can also help protect our skin against sun damage and environmental stressors, leading to a brighter, more even complexion. Vitamin C can work wonders for a variety of skin concerns, including hyperpigmentation, dullness, and uneven texture. By promoting collagen synthesis and inhibiting melanin production, it reduces the appearance of dark spots and brightens the complexion. It also has anti-inflammatory properties that can soothe irritated skin and reduce redness.
Festival season is upon us, and with it comes the challenge of keeping our beauty game strong amidst the dancing, the elements, and the crowds. Whether a Coachella veteran or a first-timer, it's important to have some tricks up our sleeve to keep the long days and late nights all about laughter, movement and beauty, and less about hair, skincare, or makeup malfunctions.
It may be official Self-Care Day today, but by now, we all know the importance of having those regularly, regardless of how wide or narrow the intervals are between them. Once again, we are facing the importance of consistency and the big power within
When it comes to body serums, we need to be thinking more in terms of them as an addition to our body care routine, and less in terms of body serum vs body lotion. The easiest way to understand this is to look at the serum as the type of product it is, in where we're used to it — our facial skincare routine. And just like with face serums, a body serum is focused on delivering high concentrations of potent, active ingredients to the deeper layers of the skin, while following up with a moisturizer works to hydrate and protect the skin's surface.
This is a lightweight, transfer-proof and a crease-free illuminating concealer. Thanks to brightening pigments, pearls and energizing ingredients, the under eye area will look lifted and refreshed, and will feel comfortable at the same time. Available in 15 shades.
Earth Day is every day! However, it is also a global event acknowledged and celebrated on April 22nd every year since the 1970's. As our world reshapes continually and as climate change awareness grows more deeply in societies worldwide, we keep witnessing the changes both the fashion and beauty industries are implementing with sustainability in mind; one of them is the rise of waterless products, offering us quality face and body care, only plastic-free and zero-waste.
Made for all skin types, this makeup remover effortlessly cleanses away makeup and sunscreen. Skin is left supple thanks to a custom blend of 9 luxe oils and shea butter. It also features a light, refreshing spa water-inspired scent and rinses out quickly and easily, without leaving any residue behind.
Fun and statistics sometimes do go well together (Sheldon Cooper would approve). Fun fact: did you know that in 2021 Americans spent around $180 for their yearly supply of cosmetics, perfume and bath products? Yearly. For all of it, makeup, skincare, fragrance and body products. Fast forward to 2022, to a survey conducted in October 2022, we learn that, that month, over 40 percent of consumers were spending less than they normally do on personal care. This leaves us with an educated assumption that, for most people, any shower/bath product costing over $50 is considered not just expensive, but very expensive.
Transitional care, i.e. skin and hair care in between seasons, may get a little frustrating from time to time: we could feel like we have just gotten used to a new routine, finally found and provided what our skin needs, and then it starts to feel like it's time to re-adjust, all too quickly. Luckily, plum oil could be that "just right" transitional partner to us.
To honor and celebrate Black History Month, we've put together a list of emerging, newly launched, as well as some long-standing Black-owned beauty businesses you should know about — because you're going to be obsessed! We can safely assume you are very familiar with Rihanna's brand, as well as that of Pat McGrath (both featured often on our pages, among others), so we wanted to introduce you to some that may be new to you and just as deserving of your (money and) attention.
We're finally there: we can no longer turn a blind eye to our miserable, restless, broken sleep; it's been going on long and often enough for us to notice a pattern. It's no longer one bad day or one challenging week, it seems we are consistently waking up and, what's worse, staying tired. So, now that we're at the aforementioned there, what should we do? Just settle for that? Or act on it?
A warm welcome, at the same time, to a beauty brand launch so fresh, it's still sizzling. We are richer by a collection of nutritiously balanced and clinically responsive products created to make taking care of our skin as intuitive as eating a well-balanced diet. This cleanser has been formulated to remove daily grime, reduce shine, and prevent clogged pores (great if skin has gotten a bit oilier) and keep the microbiome happy.
It's kind of embarrassing to admit, but until a few months ago, I had no idea that some of these intimate feminine products even existed. Sure, we're all familiar with intimate cleansers, wipes, the occasional beautifying cream, oil and lubricants; however — a mask for the vulva? Cream deodorant? Liquid exfoliator? The fact of the matter is, we are seeing more and more brands dedicating their attention to vulva care (and beauty), and that has brought this often overlooked area front and center.
