Last year, France’s National Assembly approved a bill “to outlaw the production, import, or sale of cosmetics containing per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS),” and that law came into effect this month, February 2026. This means that any cosmetics that use PFAS instead of alternatives that already exist will be included...
The Korean beauty industry has settled well within the Western beauty market. In the last few years, its popularity has grown significantly and will likely be a powerhouse in the beauty industry for years to come. With K-beauty’s dominance certain, many within the industry have begun wondering what might compete...
Imagine being able to match your nails with your outfits on a day-to-day basis using an app on your phone. Sounds pretty crazy, right!? A new nail product releasing soon aims to bring press-on nail technology to the next level. iPolish nails are digital press-on acrylic nails that can change...
The Grammys red carpet has been a popular avenue for artists and those behind their wardrobes to showcase their unique style, personal or otherwise. It’s expected that what ever look is showcased will have an impact on social media an popculture through fashion and beauty trends and standards. Popular music...
Oracle’s successful acquisition of TikTok’s U.S. operations has already impacted the lives of content creators and viewers since it went into effect days ago. Accusations of censorship quickly arose when U.S. users found themselves unable to upload or even view new videos amidst a snowstorm that blanketed nearly half of...
For many of us, if we look back to our childhood photographs there are most likely a few where we rocked the shortest of haircuts. We have all had our short hair phases, whether we were five and it was forced upon us, or we fell victim to the bob...
Hulu’s newest body-horror series, The Beauty, focuses on the detrimental ways society perceives beauty and its effects on a person in a brutal sci-fi twist. Understandably, many within the cast and fans alike have opened a discussion on the effects of beauty standards in society and the numerous causes of...
According to the Internet, in order to have the skin of an angel we need about a twelve step routine to ensure hydration and glow. Without every single product that is sold on the shelf, our skin will age prematurely and look dull and lifeless. It is key to spend...
“Honey, would you put a bumper sticker on a Bentley?” – Kim Kardashian. Well, maybe we would! Or maybe we are not a Bentley, maybe we are simply someone who wants to decorate our skin the way we want to. Tattoos are not only meaningful pieces of art personalized to...
Years ago, when we went on the glorious run to Sephora, we were filling our bags with full-coverage foundations, the brightest glitter eyeshadows, and lipstick bold enough to be seen from a mile away. We were in love with glam, always beating our faces to the highest degree we could....
Fans of Ariana Grande showcased a wide amount of excitement at her new look at the 83rd Golden Globe Awards. Many expressed their relief online that the global singer is back with her iconic ponytail. That said, others have criticized this fan response, calling it hypocritical. Before the Golden Globes,...
Buying new makeup products because our favorite creators used them is not anything new or foreign. If we recall the Youtube beauty channel empire of the 2010s, we remember running to the makeup store as soon as videos dropped. We all desired to be able to paint our faces the...
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