Ohio's Governor Mike DeWine recently signed into law the state's controversial heartbeat bill or the Human Rights and Heartbeat Protection Act. The law bans abortion after a fetal heartbeat is detected. Experts say you can hear a baby's heartbeat through vaginal ultrasound as early as six weeks after gestation. At that stage, there aren't many bodily changes, so many women … [Read more...]
How to Pull Off a Bold Red Lip with Bare-Faced Makeup
A bold red lip is universally flattering, but I think the hue is especially striking on bare face. I use the term bare face loosely here because you may decide you need minimal makeup to execute a bold red lip look. If you're plagued by pesky blemishes, then, by all means, use a few dabs of concealer to cover them. Your main focus, however, should be on thoroughly cleaning your … [Read more...]
This Ethical Fashion Brand Invests In Women
I've become increasingly more curious about ethical fashion. I find myself wanting to know where the items I purchase are manufactured and whether production has negatively affected any animals or the environment. Most importantly, I want to know if the hard-working individuals who made my clothes are treated fairly. The good news is that ethical fashion brands like ABLE … [Read more...]
How to Get Glowing Skin (6 Effective Tips)
Your fingers are probably worn to the nubs from typing endless beauty-related questions in your Google search bar. If your latest search is "how to get glowing skin," you should know upfront there is no magic formula to achieve that enviable J-Lo glow. However, glowing skin can be attained through perseverance and a fixed skincare regimen. Avoid marathon hot showers When … [Read more...]
How to Achieve OOh-La-La Lashes
Forget eyelash extensions, if you want fuller, longer lashes, then you should reach for this natural solution: castor oil. Castor oil contains ricinoleic acid, a fatty acid thought to stimulate prostaglandin E2 (PGE2), a potent inflammatory mediator which has many effects on the human body. Some of these effects include uterine contractions, dilation of the blood vessels and … [Read more...]
News Articles of Interest: Sandy Hook Victims
In a recent ruling, the Connecticut Supreme Court announced the families of the Sandy Hook victims can sue Remington Arms -- the gun manufacturer responsible for the AR-15 rifle that was used in the 2012 elementary school massacre. Why this ruling is important It could upend the gun industry because it provides a legal avenue for lawsuits to be filed against other gun … [Read more...]
Natural Grey Hair is Here to Stay! (Tips)
Women in their 20s and 30s are no longer masking their natural grey hair with a box of hair dye. Nothing makes me happier than to see people challenge society's unrealistic beauty standards. If you have a few silver streaks peeking through, don't be afraid to embrace the transition, because you're in good company. Sarah Harris, Deputy Editor of British Vogue, began turning … [Read more...]
Using Witch Hazel To Treat Acne
I've experienced a ton of breakouts lately, so I decided to revisit witch hazel -- an old-school facial toner that helps remove excess oil and other pore-clogging impurities. I stopped using witch hazel years ago because most brands I liked contained ethanol, a type of alcohol that can be really harsh on sensitive skin. Fortunately, brands like Thayers and Dickinson have … [Read more...]