22nd January 2022

Does First Aid Beauty’s oil minimizing toner actually reduce oil production? - Very Good Light

Are you someone who loves looking glowy but ends up looking a little like a fresh Krispy Kreme glazed donut a few hours after applying your makeup? Yeah, me too.

17th January 2022

The 5 best alternatives to shaving down there - Very Good Light

Shaving is my least favorite part of my beauty regimen.

The razor bumps, ingrown hairs, and the incessant itchy feeling that just won’t go away always turned me off from shaving.

Very Good Light • 17th January 2022

What’s the difference between dewy skin and oily skin?

People always say to me, “Your skin looks so dewy.” In my mind, I just think my skin is oily, not dewy, but are they really that different? I talked to a dermatologist to figure out if my skin is actually dewy or if my suspicions of having oily skin are correct.

Very Good Light • 17th January 2022

The best TikTok beauty hacks that you need to know about

TikTok is the gift that keeps on giving.

I find myself scrolling on TikTok endlessly sometimes, and before you know it, I look up and the day is over. The app gives users the platform to share their intel on all things clever and useful.

Very Good Light • 17th January 2022

Everything you need to know about glycerin in skincare

You may have never noticed it before, but glycerin is listed as the main ingredient in many of your favorite skincare products.

That’s because this ingredient is the secret to so many common skin concerns.

Very Good Light • 17th January 2022

Why you should be using moringa seed oil in your skincare routine

The moringa tree has many nicknames, including “the wonder tree,” “the tree of life,” and “the miracle tree.”

Very Good Light • 17th January 2022

The 5 things happening in beauty this week that you need to know about

There are hella ups and downs in the beauty world, but we’re here to ride the rollercoaster with you.

Very Good Light is back with another week of tea to spill. From fashion and beauty mogul Riri’s newest drop to a game-changing product for those with thick thighs who want to wear shorts, we break down everything you need to know. This week’s beauty news is full of Olympic drama, new releases, and skincare holy grails and hacks.

Very Good Light • 17th January 2022

The 6 hairstyles we can't stop obsessing over for spring

As we look forward to a “vaxxed girl summer,” picking a new do’ for a new you is a must.

Not everyone loves change, but a switch-up can be a good thing when you’ve been stuck in the house without a cut for a while. Most of these trends are popular because they’re convenient and low maintenance.

17th January 2022

How The Crown Act is helping to end race-based hair discrimination at the federal and state level - Very Good Light

Hair is one of the major parts of Black culture.

It’s always been a hot topic for the Black community, with the shared experiences wash days, hours spent at the salon, and constant scrutiny over whether or not someone’s natural is “acceptable.”

Very Good Light • 17th January 2022

Contouring for different face shapes: the complete guide

If there’s one makeup trend that has withstood the test of time, it’s definitely contouring.

Very Good Light • 17th January 2022

Skeleton hand tattoos: the top skeleton hand tattoos of 2021

Skeleton hand tattoos are said to be an homage to lives lost and loved.

The skeleton hand tattoo trend might be something that most people think is just another fleeting trend. However, there’s a deeper meaning to it.

Very Good Light • 17th January 2022

5 Beauty trends that are going to pop off in 2021

I think most people can relate to this, but I can’t remember the last time I had a full-face beat.