Tag: beauty

How ‘Laying Edges’ Became A Barometer Of Black Beauty

How ‘Laying Edges’ Became A Barometer Of Black Beauty

“I love a slicked edge. Slicking my hair back elevates the style, I just feel dressed up,” says Abigail who works in digital marketing. “I feel like my hairstyle isn’t ‘finished’ when my edges aren’t slicked. [Back in the day] when we’d go link mandem after school, we’d be in […]

70% Of Women Have Low Libido — So Why Are We Still Ashamed?

“I feel like something is wrong with me.” “I feel like such a bad partner and like I’m a different person.” “I feel like I lost a part of myself.” Women’s low libido is rarely spoken about. In fact, in an increasingly sex-positive world, it sometimes feels like one of […]

Even When You’re Ready, Dating After Sexual Assault Is Complicated

Even When You’re Ready, Dating After Sexual Assault Is Complicated

Content warning: This article discusses sexual assault and abuse in a way that may be distressing to some readers. Ever since she was a teenager, dating felt different for Alex*. At 13, she and her first boyfriend were on a date at the movies when he leaned in to kiss […]

It’s official: Kate Middleton and Prince William are moving to Windsor and George, Charlotte and Louis have a new school

It’s official: Kate Middleton and Prince William are moving to Windsor and George, Charlotte and Louis have a new school

There are some big changes ahead. Credit: Chris Jackson / Getty After months of speculation by royal commentators, fans and reporters, Kensington Palace have finally confirmed that a move is on the cards for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. The royal couple, along with their three children, will be […]