Good Morning, it's Wednesday, April 2. Spring is here, we are trying ZoΓ« Kravitzβs beauty must-haves, dermatologists are dissecting that viral 4 AM banana peel skincare routine on all our feeds and today is Yazidi New Year πΈ Also, Dove has launched a facial skincare line for the diverse skin tones in Brazil.
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πͺͺ Second Passports: Political uncertainty in the US - with whiplash from Trump's latest policies - has left citizens considering second citizenships in Malta andΒ Portugal.
πΈπ© Judiya in Sudan: Conflict-torn communities in Sudan are again turning to Judiya, an ancient peace-making tradition that helps maintain order and resolve disputes.Β
What Was That Outfit? Erykah Badu's oversized bodysuit to the Billboard Women in Music Award ceremony has sparked online discourse. Some argue it's an ode to Venus, some a critique of BBL culture, and others say she was channelling Sarah Baartman?
Eating Out Nightmare: Japanese restaurant Sukiya has closed nearly 2,000 stores for a cleanout after a rat was found in a bowl of miso soup.
Fined for Failing to Whiten Skin: Three lotion companies were recently fined in India after they failed to provide scientific evidence for their claims to whiten skin instantly.
Today is Yazidi New Year in Iraq, a religious tradition celebrated by lighting candles at holy sites by Yazidi people who are indigenous to Kurdistan. This Yazidi, weβre taking things a step further by relaxing and reflecting by trekking through pilgrimage paths and trading routes with Gerrok Tourism on their nine-day Yazidi New Year Tour.
ππ§ Is Ashton Hallβs 4 AM Routine Legit? The internetβs latest obsession is a skincare routine involving a banana peel and a face dunk in ice cubes. But is it effective? This dermatologist says there is a better way.Β
πͺ MUA Confessional: From badly done microblading and overdone lip filler to a botched lip blush job, these are the beauty crimes makeup artists love to hate.
Indiaβs K-Skin Clinic: KorinMi is Indiaβs first professional Korean skin clinic, offering advanced, clinically backed treatments directly from South Korea in Haryana and Delhi.
π§π· Dove Regenerative: Doveβs latest facial care line was created with Brazilβs diverse skin tones in mind and includes a serum and a matte cleansing gel.
ZoΓ« Kravitzβs Beauty Essentials: Weβre not surprised the actress is obsessed with fragrance-free skincare from Skinceuticals and Is Clinicals, as well as practices such as staying in the sauna and taking a cold plunge.
Wax Aftercare: For darker skin tones, waxing can cause hyperpigmentation. Try to stay out of the sun completely for a few days after waxing and wear broad spectrum sunscreen.
Best Time to Have Ashwagandha: Experts Dr. Kutteri and Dr. Chauhan recommend having it in the mornings.Β
Supplement Hacking: Combining the right ones can be life-changing. You should consider these pairings.Β
Wellness Rooms At Home: During the pandemic, we built home gyms. Now, we are taking it a step further, converting rooms in our homes into zen spaces and spas.
Yassmin Salehβs latest Spring Summer collection β25 is called Antipode, and it explores the concept of duality and fun. We especially love the Reverse Tattoo Dress and the Duality Gown.
In honour of International Transgender Day of Visibility, weβre watching Ammaβs Pride, a short documentary detailing the trials and triumphs of Srija, the first transgender woman to legally marry her husband Arun in Tamil Nadu, India, and the unwavering support of her mother, Valli.
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