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Wrinkles are inevitable, but Black skin has a biological edge

Black skin resists wrinkles longer than light skin, but it is not immune. Here is what drives that difference and what dermatologists recommend for prevention and treatment. Wrinkles are a normal feature of aging skin. They form as folds, creases, and ridges, most commonly on the face and other areas regularly exposed to the sun.…

ByDestiny PhilipsMarch 28, 20260Comments

Entertainment

Kerry Washington reveals her best marriage decision ever

Kerry Washington is giving people a rare and honest look inside one of the most intentional decisions she and her husband, Nnamdi Asomugha, have made together and it had absolutely nothing to do with a crisis. The actress, 49, appeared on a recent episode of the Call Her Daddy podcast hosted by Alex Cooper, where…

ByDorcas OnasaMarch 28, 20260Comments

Nails

The best way to paint your nails for a lasting finish

Painting your nails at home sounds simple enough until you're halfway through your dominant hand and things start to go sideways. Whether you're looking to save money on salon visits or just enjoy experimenting with color, a DIY manicure is a skill worth developing. And like most skills, the right technique makes all the difference.…

ByDorcas OnasaMarch 28, 20260Comments

Relationships

7 key reasons to expand your dating age boundaries

In today’s digital dating landscape, swiping right or left often begins with a set of carefully chosen filters. From shared interests to lifestyle habits, dating apps allow users to shape a vision of their ideal partner. But one of the most commonly used and often rigid preferences is age. According to Shan Boodram ,…

ByDorcas OnasaMarch 28, 20260Comments

Skincare

The painful skin condition more likely to affect Black women

It started small a boil in the groin that quickly grew large enough to make walking or sitting unbearable during a six-and-a-half-hour road trip. There was no comfortable position. Standing. Lying face down across a row of seats. Anything to get through the miles. At an urgent care stop, a doctor noted the wound ran…

ByDorcas OnasaMarch 28, 20260Comments

Beauty

Spring 2026 Pedicure Trends: Embrace Minimalism and Fresh Colors

As the flowers bloom and the temperatures rise, spring has officially arrived, bringing with it the much-anticipated sandal season. This time of year not only calls for a wardrobe refresh but also a pedicure makeover. While the usual maintenance checklist for feet includes toe hair removal and cracked heels, it’s the nail art that truly…

ByDestiny PhilipsMarch 28, 20260Comments

Celebs

How one gifted designer transformed Hannah Montana into a fashion icon

When Hannah Montana debuted on Disney Channel in 2006, few viewers paused to think about the person responsible for Miley Stewart's effortlessly cool wardrobe. But behind every sequined scarf, leather jacket and perfectly paired tutu was costume designer Dahlia Foroutan a creative force who joined the show after its first season and quietly transformed it…

ByDorcas OnasaMarch 28, 20260Comments

Entertainment

Celebrating Black joy, five stories worth slowing down for

Not every week hands you a reason to stop scrolling and pay attention to something good. This one did. Across music, medicine, fitness, fatherhood, and dance, Black culture delivered moments that were generous and specific and worth sitting with longer than a caption allows. Jill Scott brings Black joy to the HBCU Aware Fest stage…

ByDestiny PhilipsMarch 28, 20260Comments

Entertainment

Mariah Carey never wanted kids, then everything changed

For most of her adult life, Mariah Carey was her career. The five-octave range, the record-breaking singles, the carefully constructed persona that sold out arenas across three decades. A family, she had long maintained, was never part of the plan. Then, on April 30, 2011, she gave birth to twins. Moroccan and Monroe, her…

ByDestiny PhilipsMarch 28, 20260Comments

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Wrinkles are inevitable, but Black skin has a biological edge

Kerry Washington reveals her best marriage decision ever

The best way to paint your nails for a lasting finish

7 key reasons to expand your dating age boundaries

The painful skin condition more likely to affect Black women

Spring 2026 Pedicure Trends: Embrace Minimalism and Fresh Colors

How one gifted designer transformed Hannah Montana into a fashion icon

Celebrating Black joy, five stories worth slowing down for

Mariah Carey never wanted kids, then everything changed

Career panic at 30? You are right on schedule

Workplace crush got you distracted? Here is how to handle it

Ulta Beauty revenue climbs as GLP-1 side effects create new beauty demand