Here's one thing you should know about me: I'm a stickler for using skincare that defends against environmental aggressors and helps heal and protect. As a Black girl growing up in the rainy but beautiful Pacific Northwest, I was always met with the popular and untrue myth that dark skin doesn't need sunscreen. I'm proud to say I knew just how magical my melanin could be from a young age and how it should be treated to keep it healthy. For me, that meant always wearing sunscreen, no matt...

As of October 2023, I will have eventually rocked by all-natural 4c curls for 3 years after going through the big cut during my final year of college. I had chemically treated hair from the time I was 11, majorly preferring straight, fuss-free relaxed strands over my ultra-tight hair pattern. While my hair was relaxed, it suffered from major breakage, thinness, and worst of all, it didn't move. By 21, I was completely over it and underwent the big chop; finally allowing the hair to grow as it w...

A few years ago, I struggled with the worst cystic acne of my life. At that point, clear, glowing, and radiant skin seemed like a pipe dream I would never achieve. If you've ever dealt with acne, I'm sure you can relate. Finding skincare products that work and don't anger your sensitive skin can be a long and frustrating process. And when blemishes do rear their ugly heads, you need to have a quick-clearing solution on hand that won't further irritate or dry out your skin. That's where Hero ...

There is a trend for the KarJenner gang where they're stripping back their over-the-top glam effects and revealing skincare secrets, cosmetic procedures and even the real length of their hair. Of course, the Hypebae Beauty Team has our theories about these happenings with this family and A-listers in general. But if Kylie Jenner wants to take to social media to show off her natural tresses, will we stop her? Absolutely not.Kylie took to TikTok as one does with a candid video, showing off her ful...