Category: Beauty
‘Creamy Crack’ — Why Relaxers Are Still Being Pushed on Black Women
Linda Villarosa spent a year going to the root of the hair relaxer problem. Here are takeaways on why Black women are being harmed — and what’s being done.
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Formaldehyde Ban in Relaxers Is ‘Essential,’ Experts Warn
FDA ban on formaldehyde in relaxers, which is associated with breast and ovarian cancers, is now pending for July.
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5 Tips to Show Your Hair and Skin Extra Love
Changing weather exposes our bodies to environmental conditions that can alter our appearance. When the seasons shift, it’s time to revamp your beauty routine!
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Natural Treats to Pamper Your Hair at Home
Heal splits ends, nurture dry hair and scalp, and more with these simple, powerful ingredients.
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The Wrong Massage Can Harm Lymphedema Patients
By Anneliese Bruner My legs swell uncontrollably unless I monitor and manage them closely. You...
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Hair Dye and Black Women’s Breast Cancer Risk: It’s Lower Than You Think
How to really interpret the new statistics on breast cancer, hair dye and hair straighteners and protect your health.
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Bald & Beautiful: Ayanna Pressley on Life With Alopecia
“As a black woman, the personal is political,” Rep. Ayanna Pressley, D-Mass., says....
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Easy Does It: Over-Exfoliating Can Damage Black Skin
Dermatologists who specialize in treating black women say our number one complaint is trying to...
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Ghana Finally Outlaws Dangerous Skin Lightening Products
When brown is not the color of beauty Women with chocolate skin endure racism worldwide, but...
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New App Brings Hair Inspiration to Your Fingertips
Hair can be a complicated topic among black women, but a new mobile app seeks to minimize the...
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Fierce Fridays: 5 Ways to Freshen Up for Spring
Spring is the perfect time of year to refresh your environment — and your look. Here are five ways...
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8 Fabulous Fitness & Beauty Gifts
Shine on! If someone on your list prefers a little bling in her fitness/sleep tracker, then the...
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