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3 trendy makeup techniques that may be aging your skin prematurely

Photo credit: Shutterstock.com / Bogdan Sonjachnyj Social media has made it easier than ever to discover new makeup techniques, but it has also made it easier to pick up habits that look impressive on screen and cause real damage over time. Dermatologists and skin care experts say that several of the most widely shared makeup trends…

ByDorcas OnasaMarch 13, 20260Comments

Beauty

Stop these 4 harmful habits if you want to keep fuller lips longer

Photo credit: Shutterstock.com / Shutterstock AI Lip fullness naturally declines with age. Collagen production begins slowing around age 20, and most people lose roughly one percent of it annually after that. Over time, lips gradually become thinner and less defined, which is a normal part of aging that no habit can entirely prevent. What many people…

ByDorcas OnasaMarch 13, 20260Comments

Hair

Postpartum hair loss affects more than 90% of new mothers

Photo Credit : Andrey_Popov Alyssa Rios assumed she had avoided one of the more dreaded postpartum experiences. Months passed after the birth of her second child with no alarming changes to her hair. No clumps in the shower drain, no thinning at the hairline and no noticeable shedding when she ran her fingers through it. Then,…

ByDorcas OnasaMarch 13, 20260Comments

Hair

The overlooked salon mistake that is wrecking even the healthiest hair

Photo credit: Shutterstock.com / IrenaStar You get regular trims. You deep condition consistently. You avoid extreme color changes and you choose reputable salons. By most standards, you are doing everything right. So why does your hair keep breaking after professional treatments? It is a frustrating reality that is affecting more salon clients than most people realize,…

ByDorcas OnasaMarch 13, 20260Comments

Food & Drink

Eat these 4 snacks daily to boost weight loss and heart health

Photo credit: Shutterstock.com / SeventyFour Weight loss advice often comes with the assumption that eating less means enjoying food less. But the right snacks can actually do the opposite, keeping hunger in check, stabilizing blood sugar and delivering nutrients that support cardiovascular health, all while tasting like something you actually want to eat. The key is…

ByDorcas OnasaMarch 12, 20260Comments

Hair

The overlooked scalp problem that is destroying your hair growth

Photo credit: Shutterstock.com / PeopleImages If you have tried product after product trying to stop hair loss or encourage new growth without success, the issue may have nothing to do with your hair itself. According to dermatologists and scalp health experts, inflammation at the scalp level is one of the most frequently missed drivers of hair…

ByDorcas OnasaMarch 12, 20260Comments

Beauty

How savvy shoppers exposed the truth behind luxury beauty products

Photo credit: Shutterstock.com / ADfoto For decades, the beauty industry sold a feeling more than a formula. Elegant bottles, celebrity-fronted campaigns and premium price tags were enough to convince shoppers that a product was worth buying. What actually went into those products was buried in small print, and most consumers never bothered to look. That dynamic…

ByDorcas OnasaMarch 12, 20260Comments

Celebs

Zendaya sends fans wild with ring flash at Essence Hollywood event

Courtesy Of E! News Marriage speculation around Zendaya and her fiancé Tom Holland is showing no signs of slowing down, and the actress did little to quiet the chatter at the Essence Black Women in Hollywood luncheon on March 12 in Los Angeles. The 29-year-old arrived at the Fairmont Century Plaza hotel with her signature low…

ByDorcas OnasaMarch 12, 20260Comments

Nails

7 Fresh spring nail designs to try this season

From soft florals to modern pastels, these manicure ideas capture the spirit of spring. As winter fades and warmer days begin to bloom, beauty trends naturally follow suit. Spring is the season of renewal — and that includes your manicure. After months of darker shades and cozy neutrals, nail lovers often embrace lighter colors, playful…

ByDempsey May AyucoMarch 12, 20260Comments

Entertainment

Cardi B headlines 2026 Essence Festival with an all-star lineup

A powerhouse roster of female artists is set to electrify New Orleans this summer at one of music's most iconic cultural gatherings. Essence Festival 2026 Sets the Stage for a Historic Summer The 2026 Essence Festival of Culture is shaping up to be a defining moment for women in music. Organizers have confirmed a headline-commanding…

ByDempsey May AyucoMarch 12, 20260Comments

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Stop these 4 harmful habits if you want to keep fuller lips longer

Postpartum hair loss affects more than 90% of new mothers

The overlooked salon mistake that is wrecking even the healthiest hair

Eat these 4 snacks daily to boost weight loss and heart health

The overlooked scalp problem that is destroying your hair growth

How savvy shoppers exposed the truth behind luxury beauty products

Zendaya sends fans wild with ring flash at Essence Hollywood event

7 Fresh spring nail designs to try this season

Cardi B headlines 2026 Essence Festival with an all-star lineup

What couples therapy can teach us about love

Can tattoo removal change the look of dark skin?

Jennifer Hudson steps behind the curtain for a full circle moment