To many people's horror, I've only been on TikTok for about a year now. (I was trying—ultimately to no avail—to resist yet one more social media app that would keep me glued to my phone.) And yes, even though most of my friends and colleagues have been on TikTok for longer than I have, I already know I don't want to know how many hours I've spent staring at people washing their faces, demonstrating a life-changing nail hack, or dancing to a random catchy song. Alas, even though I do hav...

Smartly crafted formulas that are clinically backed, nontoxic ingredients, beautiful graphic packaging, and clever product names are just a few of the qualities that have earned skincare brand Sunday Riley its cult status. Consistently a Sephora best seller, the results-driven luxury line is always generating hype and flying off shelves. But are Sunday Riley's buzzy moisturizers, serums, and oils (which aren't exactly cheap, mind you) worth all the attention and dough?My fellow Who What Wear...

I used to be all about makeup-remover wipes—they were so convenient! Just one wipe could quickly erase all the makeup off my face, and I was ready for bedtime. But recently, I've limited my use and stuck to liquid makeup removers and cleansing balms.There are a couple of reasons for that. First of all, I wanted a more sustainable option. When I use a liquid or balm remover, I can use a washable cotton pad instead of throwing away a wipe each time. And second, a lot of wipes really dried out my...

Most of us have seen the #softlife hashtag trending on TikTok or the caption "soft life era" making its way to our Instagram feeds. Mainly for this trend, we've seen Black women indulging in purchasing high-end makeup, fragrances and lavish trips, getting everything they deserve. But what does having a soft life mean? The soft life trend is about walking along the path of least resistance, embodying softness and sensuality and walking into the fullness of your most authentic self.It may be a sma...