Admit it: There have definitely been moments when hyperpigmentation has waged a lengthy war and won against your favorite concealers and foundations that promise medium-to-full coverage but fail to deliver. When this happens, the blame shouldn't be placed on the health of your skin (hyperpigmentation is a natural occurrence, especially among those with naturally tan and deep skin tones), but it can be disheartening to work with. As a dark-skinned woman who, over time, has developed dark spots...

If you're not careful, fine lines can appear around the eye area at any age. Believe me, I know. I used prescription-strength tretinoin for years without enough hydration, and crow's feet did not hesitate to form around the area. Luckily, with the right eye cream, my eye area is now former, more hydrated, and overall brighter. I know some folks are skeptical about eye creams and if they actually work, but I swear by them. Various creams have pulled my dull, dehydrated eye area out of a very sa...

It's almost summer, meaning it's time to swap out my beauty products. Summer is always challenging for me on the beauty front. I live in New York City, where the weather gets humid and sticky in warmer months. When this happens, the last thing I want to do is put on a thick moisturizer or a full-coverage foundation. For me, summer is all about swapping out heavy products for those that feel lighter and more breathable on my skin and letting my natural hair texture shine. One thing I won't b...

Birkenstock and BEAMS are reuniting once again, re-releasing their collaborative Zurich sandals in the colorway "Taupe."While the Spring/Summer 2019 release sold out instantly, the highly coveted footwear makes its long-awaited return, offering a comfortable classic for summer. The earth-toned pair of shoes arrive with suede uppers, silver metallic buckles, a molded cork footbed and EVA midsoles. Meanwhile, Birkenstock's logo sits embossed on the side, keeping branding to a minimal for a sleek a...