Tag: beauty

Cultural Roots of Beauty: Traditions That Inspire Modern Trends

Cultural Roots of Beauty: Traditions That Inspire Modern Trends

Beauty, a concept celebrated across cultures and centuries, has deep roots in traditions that continue to shape modern trends. From ancient rituals to timeless aesthetics, cultural practices influence how we define and pursue beauty in the contemporary world. One striking example is the global fascination with skincare. The Korean beauty industry, rooted in traditional remedies, […]

Gen Z is Bringing 80s Makeup Back

Gen Z is Bringing 80s Makeup Back

It’s no surprise that after Y2K and 90s trends had their moment, the 80s are. Bigger than ever. With 2024’s hottest artists, like Chappell Roan and Conan Gray, dipping their toes into the 80s, fashionistas are embracing the cult of more that immortalized the decade.  In the 80s, blush was a statement, as seen in […]

Men’s Beauty Boom: The Rise of Male-Centric Skincare and Makeup

Men’s Beauty Boom: The Rise of Male-Centric Skincare and Makeup

The beauty industry is witnessing a significant shift as more men embrace skincare and makeup as part of their daily routine. What was once considered a largely female-oriented market has evolved, with male-centric products and beauty lines seeing a sharp rise in demand. This “men’s beauty boom” is reshaping standards, fueled by changing cultural attitudes, […]

When Korean Beauty Meets Skin Tone Diversity in Global Market

When Korean Beauty Meets Skin Tone Diversity in Global Market

When Miss Darcei, an African American beauty influencer, opened a PR package from TIRTIR, a Korean cosmetic brand, she discovered that the foundation’s darkest shade was nowhere near her skin tone. This was not a new experience for her; she had previously received PR packages from other K-Beauty brands, such as Hera and Kahi, and, […]

The Price of Perfection: How social media is Warping Beauty Standards

The Price of Perfection: How social media is Warping Beauty Standards

In today’s digital age, social media has become a significant influence on beauty standards. Platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat have revolutionized how we view and define beauty, but they’ve also created a narrow, often unattainable vision of perfection. Filters, photo editing apps, and carefully curated images present an idealized version of reality, putting immense […]

Skin Cycling: The Dermatologist-Approved Routine Everyone Should Try

Skin cycling is a new practice in skincare that is rapidly gaining popularity. The goal of this dermatologist-approved regimen is to reduce the possibility of irritation or over-exfoliation while maximizing the benefits of potent skincare components. The goal of skin cycling is to carefully alternate active ingredients in your skincare regimen so that you can […]

Inclusive Beauty: How Brands Are Finally Embracing Skin Tone Diversity 

Inclusive Beauty: How Brands Are Finally Embracing Skin Tone Diversity 

The beauty business has long faced criticism for its limited portrayal of skin tones, frequently favoring lighter complexions while ignoring the diversity of its clientele around the world. However there has been a significant shift in favor of inclusivity in recent years, with cosmetic firms at last accepting a range of skin tones. This revolution […]

Constant Beauty: How Industry is Changing to the Real-Time

Constant Beauty: How Industry is Changing to the Real-Time

The digital world is always changing, and rapid gratification is the norm, thus the beauty business is seeing a seismic shift towards real-time innovation and interaction. The industry is changing to suit the expectations of a fast-paced, hyperconnected environment where immediacy is crucial, from product creation to customer encounters. In the past, creating beauty products […]

The Impact of Beauty Standards on Men Today (Op-Ed)

The Impact of Beauty Standards on Men Today (Op-Ed)

Beauty standards are extremely prevalent and well spoken regarding women. Women have to keep up with the standards and look a certain way. When it comes to men, there is a slight difference in standards and how they are held. Through history, the beauty standards of men have evolved immensely. This idea of beauty for […]

Why the ‘Sephora kid’ Trend is Dangerous (Op-Ed)

Why the ‘Sephora kid’ Trend is Dangerous (Op-Ed)

Recently, on social media, there has been an influx of young children going crazy over skincare products. This craze has been focused on the store Sephora, where tweens and even children are shopping for and then using skincare products that are not meant for their age.  Self-care routines, especially skincare routines, are crucial to taking […]

Necessary Steps in Your 2024 Beauty Routines

Necessary Steps in Your 2024 Beauty Routines

Creating self-care routines is essential to living a healthy life. Beauty routines are involved in this. Having the right steps in your beauty routine will positively impact your overall sense of self-care, additionally, you will know you are taking care of your skin.  In 2024, there are an incredible number of products and devices for […]

Why Beauty Trends Are A Scam

Why Beauty Trends Are A Scam

With the ever-increasing presence of social media, trends are constantly appearing and changing rapidly. Some recent beauty trends include glass skin, lip oils, natural makeup, and even Chappell Roan’s makeup look. Even a few months ago, the trends were different, with ‘Mob Wife’ and coquette being very popular.  As time goes by, beauty trends come […]

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