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Hirsutism: Understanding facial hair in women
The beauty conversation rarely touches on a quiet struggle many women face, the appearance of coarse, dark hair in traditionally male growth areas such as the chin, jawline and upper lip
By Esther Muchene
Nov. 1, 2025
The first step to mastering your natural hair is understanding how to wash it properly. The high coil density of 4C hair makes it prone to knotting and dryness
By Esther Muchene
Oct. 29, 2025
Dreadlocks have long stood as a profound symbol of cultural identity and personal expression. Today, they are widely embraced as a beautiful, protective hairstyle deeply rooted in African heritage
By Molly Chebet
Oct. 18, 2025
If you have seen dissatisfied women crying on TikTok over fake lash disasters, you will realise that most of those complications stem from product misuse or poor hygiene
By Esther Muchene
Oct. 18, 2025
Is your skin feeling sensitive? It could be overwhelmed by too many active ingredients. The solution isn’t adding new products, but rather strategically removing some from your routine
By Esther Muchene
Oct. 11, 2025
Over-hydration, also known as barrier saturation, does not occur from drinking too much water, but from overwhelming the stratum corneum (the outermost layer of the skin)
By Esther Muchene
Oct. 4, 2025
Applying oil to dry hair without a water-based moisturiser underneath is counterproductive, as the oil simply coats the hair, leaving it susceptible to brittleness and breakage
By Esther Muchene
Sep. 27, 2025
Having dry, cracked heels can be incredibly uncomfortable. In addition to making you reluctant to show off your feet in sandals and open-backed shoes, they can also be painful
By Esther Muchene
Sep. 25, 2025
One of the first signs is that the hair’s outer cuticle layer becomes permanently lifted, which causes it to absorb water quickly but lose it just as fast
By Esther Muchene
Sep. 20, 2025
Stars lit up the red carpet at the 77th Emmy Awards, serving up everything from jaw-dropping glam to understated chic. Here are the fashion hits and misses
By Molly Chebet
Sep. 17, 2025
While a single night might seem harmless, consistently sleeping in makeup can have significant and lasting negative effects on the health and appearance of your skin
By Esther Muchene
Sep. 17, 2025
Although cabins are more humid than they used to be, the cabin environment can still dry out your skin. Using a facial mist or moisturiser during your flight can keep your skin fresh
By Ryan Kerubo
Sep. 10, 2025
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