I'll be the first to admit it—as much as I love my natural hair texture, there's been more than a few wash days where I seriously consider shaving it off and starting all over after my arms get tired from scrubbing, detangling, and twisting. Maintaining curly hair is no small feat and deciding which products can make or break your haircare routine can be a daunting task but it doesn't have to be complicated. It's all about identifying the steps in your routine that can make the biggest diffe...

As each new year rolls around, so too does a whole wave of new skincare trends, products, and ingredients that promise to revolutionize our beauty routines. While many trend roundups cater to the wacky and weird, I prefer to step back from the hype and controversy and guide you (and your skin) toward the innovations worth investing your time and money (and face) in. Whether you enjoy experimenting with newness or prefer to stick to what you know, being aware of the latest skincare trend...

Calling all mob wives.Although we yearn for spring to come faster (albeit for warmer temperatures or the chance to switch up our wardrobes), the harsh truth is that we're still in the midst of winter. Sure, we can try to be in denial by putting off pulling our puffer coats, thermal layers, and snow boots out of storage, but eventually, we have to face it. When that moment comes, it can be hard to succumb to the idea that your sartorial choices must be based more onfunction than fashion. But wh...

If you ask any makeup artist, they'll likely tell you primer is seriously key. Whether you're using it as a base for your foundation or on your lids, it can make all the difference in your look. Although it can be an amazing product that helps grip your makeup so it stays in place, it can also feel a tad unnecessary if you like to keep it simple.If that sounds like you, I'll let you in on a little secret: Concealer can often work just as well and might even save you a few bucks. It's my ...