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The #1 reason you don’t have the love you want is because of something about the way you look… am I right?
If only you looked different—like a Victoria’s Secret model, or a dancer in a hip hop video, or even just like yourself through a Snapchat filter—then your problem would be solved. [Read more…] about Guys Don’t Notice Me Because of How I Look
If you wash your hair with shampoo, spray on deodorant, and slip into freshly-washed clothes, you’ve got a problem.
Every single product you’ve used, from your shampoo to your deodorant to your washing detergent… [Read more…] about A Scent Like No One Else’s
Many years ago, as a teenager with spotty skin and no money, I tried making my first homemade face masks.
I mixed oatmeal with water and smeared it on my face. As it dried, it hardened on my skin. Smiling hurt. I washed off the mess and peered hopefully at my reflection. Nope. Still spotty. [Read more…] about Why You Should Be Putting Food in Your Face Mask
You have a right to wear your hair the way you want it.
Unless you’re at work. Or at school.
In 2010, Chastity Jones aced her interview and was offered a job. [Read more…] about Dreadlocks at Work: Natural Hair Gets Political
It’s easy to take a cheap shot at women by criticizing how they look.
People you don’t even know feel comfortable commenting about your weight.
Devina Kaur has had enough. [Read more…] about Is ‘Fat’ an Ugly Word? Devina Kaur Calls Out the Body Shamers
I held up a beautiful blue dress. I’d been so happy when I bought this. It felt like springtime and promise.
I folded it up carefully and laid it on top of a small pile of clothes earmarked for donation.
I was going through my closet and getting rid of stuff. [Read more…] about Changing Your Look Changes Your Life
Got a moment?
I dare you to do something.
Go onto the Environmental Working Group’s Skin Deep database, and check out the safety scores of your favorite shampoo, toothpaste, bath soap, and moisturizer. [Read more…] about What’s So Bad about Parabens, Phthalates, and Sulfates?
You’ve heard it said time and time again:
Men are visual creatures. Men are biologically programmed to prefer youth and beauty. Men can’t resist a pretty face.
But is it true? [Read more…] about Is It Better to Be Attractive or Average? The Short Answer
Pleasure.
Pleasure.
And more pleasure….
Ever been prescribed pleasure by a doctor? [Read more…] about The Pleasure Prescription for a Longer, Healthier Life
Alicia Keys would do it. Would you?
Going makeup-free is an act of protest in a Kardashian world.
It all started with #nomakeup selfies.
Maybe you haven’t taken one yourself, but you’ve seen them. [Read more…] about Would You Go Out on a Date without Makeup?
