The ideal mascara should lengthen, volumize, and define your lashes and make them really pop. I think that's what most of us are looking for, right? So when your mascara is prone to clumping, smudging, and flaking, it can be really frustrating, especially if you've splurged on the product! It's definitely happened to me more than once.On the flaky-mascara front, I wondered if the cause of it could be the product itself, the application, or something else entirely. I decided to chat with some ma...

New York-based aesthetician and skincare influencer Sean Garrette is the definition of Black excellence. Garrette was crowned the first ambassador for Fenty Skin in 2020 and educated us all on Rihanna's highly anticipated innovations. Since then, he has worked as an expert advisor to numerous brands and publications. As of late, his newest appointment is with Dior Beauty as the brand's U.S. skincare expert.In the latest installment of Hypebae's Beauty Essentials series, we talk to Garrette about...

Glossier has opened its fifth retail location in Washington D.C., following the permanent store opening in Miami back in March.The D.C. location has a chic and sleek aviation theme that pays tribute to the Jet Age of the 1940s. Nestled in the D.C. Georgetown area, the store is covered with retro details in a pastel, minimalist design that flows into the overall concept. Upon entering, guests will as if they’ve entered a modern pink airport. Airport runway-inspired lighting and plane windows ar...

I'm a strong believer that basics are the backbone of a stellar wardrobe. Having pieces that are versatile and that you can style in multiple ways not only makes getting ready easier but is also a great way to stay sustainable. When I'm looking for new basics, the first stop on my list is Nordstrom. The retailer has everything under the sun when it comes to wardrobe essentials, including denim that you can live in, tank tops that you can layer or wear on their own, and dresses that you can ...