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Saturn Retrograde Is Over – It’s Time For Your Hopes To Come True

After nearly four and a half months, the planet of ambition and authority, Saturn, is finally ending its retrograde journey on the 4th November at 3:02 a.m. PT. Saturn retrograde began on 17th June in the mutable water sign of Pisces, allowing us to re-envision our goals. The end of […]

Powder Shampoo Is Better For The Planet — But Is It Better For Your Hair?

Powder Shampoo Is Better For The Planet — But Is It Better For Your Hair?

You don’t need to be an expert to know that the beauty industry has a serious problem with single-use plastics and recycling. Even if we each do our part to put every bottle, pot and jar in the correct bin every month, there’s no guarantee that these materials will get […]

I’m Surprised Offensive Behaviour To Women In Football Has Been Taken Seriously (For Once)

Back in the summer, when I saw the photos of then Spanish football federation president Luis Rubiales planting an inappropriate kiss on World Cup winner Jenni Hermoso’s lips, his eyes closed while he held her head in his hands, I was unsurprised. Hermoso, who scored the tournament-winning goal against England, […]

All The Autumn Fashion Items R29 Editors Loved This Month

All The Autumn Fashion Items R29 Editors Loved This Month

This year, autumn fashion trends are all about getting back to basics, with classic denim styles, ballet flats, and an earthy, neutral palette all in the mix. Yet, while popular styles may be calling for restraint and wearability, there’s still room to play, as temperatures continue dropping and our minds […]

A Dermatologist Just Set Me Straight On Wearing SPF In Autumn & Winter

Welcome to Sun Blocked, Refinery29’s global call to action to wake up to the serious dangers of tanning. No lectures or shaming, we promise. Instead, our goal is to arm you with the facts you need to protect your skin to the best of your ability, because there’s no such thing […]

The Ordinary Is Having A Sale & This Is What A Beauty Editor Would Buy

The Ordinary Is Having A Sale & This Is What A Beauty Editor Would Buy

Gearing up for Black Friday on the 24th of November? It’s hard not to be swayed by heavy discounts and total bargains, especially when it comes to beauty. After all, it’s the perfect opportunity to take a chance on a new product you’ve always wanted to try, or to stock up on […]

I Didn’t Embrace My Natural Hair At The Start Of My Career — But It’s Not Too Late

I Didn’t Embrace My Natural Hair At The Start Of My Career — But It’s Not Too Late

When British singer and morning TV regular Jamelia first emerged on the scene as a fresh new pop star back in the early noughties, Black beauty standards were, of course, very different to what they are now (although Y2K fashion trends are hellbent on reviving much of the era’s style). […]