Whether it’s abstract shapes or festive spiderwebs, graphic liners are all the rage and can be used to create many eye-catching looks. In the past, there have been various ways to add a pop of personality to your regular makeup routine, for instance, with a bold lip.
Read MoreWith a discovery of a love for cosmetics that led to research and innovation, Alijah Storm created a makeup line to inspire creativity in everyone. On March 8, 2019, the colorful brand released their first post on instagram which followed up with the launch of the brand's first palette release, ICONIC. The brand has since then expanded their line to face makeup, eye shadows, lip products, and even a skin care line. The brand seeks to make effective and ethical products available in the market with a concept behind a cruelty free makeup brand and believing everyone is perfect.
Read MoreFor Valentine’s Day, we wanted to provide some glamorous and heart-stopping makeup looks that will be sure to turn heads. Though many of us will be trading in dinner dates at fancy restaurants for pizza on the couch, it's still fun to get glammed up and celebrate our beauty while watching “The Notebook” with our roommates. Here are some fun and totally doable Valentine’s Day makeup tutorials that, unlike your ex, won’t disappoint.
Read MoreMen wearing makeup is not a new fashion fad. Men wear makeup because they want to. There doesn't have to be a specific reason, and it doesn't always require an explanation for how it defied gender roles. Men wearing makeup are allowed to exist unapologetically and on their own terms.
Read MoreThe HBO hit show, Euphoria, looks at troubled teens and their battles with drugs, sex, and development into adult life. The show transformed much more than the television world. It pushed the envelope for style, character development, and most importantly make-up. The Euphoria makeup trend intensifies natural cosmetics with pops of color, shapes, and glitter!
Read MoreIt’s easy to think that we live in an unprecedented time where social media generates overwhelming pressure to meet the impossible beauty standards of the moment, but the truth is, women have been under this pressure since the beginning of time. The only differences are the beauty standards themselves.
Read MoreTypically, when I want to make a statement, I go for a bold lip, but since masks are mandated in Springfield, my lipstick has become useless. On the bright side, now my brows have their time to shine. I've had the same brow routine since high school and recently, I decided I wanted to switch things up. I started going for the boyfriend brow- a natural, thicker style.
Read MoreI love being able to express myself through my clothing and body and having my nails done is an extension of that. They empower me and make me feel beautiful. But it’s time we give thanks to those who make the nail industry what it is. Nail culture would simply not exist without women of color.
Read More“Months passed ignoring ads, then one day through a form on Missouri State Gals, I started to see a common trend… Curology. Even girls that I recognized said it significantly improved their skin, and they would never go back. At this point, I was spending about 25 minutes each day just devoted to my skin routine. So I took a leap of faith and decided to sign up for a free trial.”
Read MoreGrowing up, Strawberry Shortcake, was one of my favorite shows. It was truly ahead of its time in terms of diversity, friendship, and exploring emotions. The show centered around gal pals going on adventures, each with their own talents. The girls were not pitted against each other or fighting over boys, they were allowed to be individuals. When problems arose, they were handled by talking the issue out. The characters were not overly sexualized giving young viewers unrealistic body images.
Read MoreThere is a lack of hair stores that cater to black people in Springfield, MO. Although it is a problem, the few stores in Springfield try their hardest to be the best providers. Della Gardner, Owner of Della's Beauty Plus is one of them.
Read MoreShe’s just like candy… she’s so sweet!
Read MoreFor many, hair is an extension of their identity, a part of what makes them who they are. However, none of that is possible without a good hairdresser or barber for trims, shaves, colors and all other hair needs.
Read MoreOn a college budget giving your skin the things it needs can taxing. Having a good skin routine can not only benefit the way you present to others, but it can also benefit your health.
Read MoreSince June, Maddie Walker has been selling her handmade clay earrings through an Instagram page, @moon.walker.designs.
Read MoreClout-chase culture of Instagram has created an expectation that imperfections are intolerable. It is easy to lose yourself in this culture, becoming obsessed with the number of likes…
Read MoreWomen have access to countless types of products while men are pushed to use 2 in 1 “simplifiers” that doesn’t cover all the bases. We have pushed men to believe that skin is just something that ages and you can’t do anything about it. However, you can perhaps add a couple years onto your looks by adding just a few minutes to getting ready.
Read MoreVegan, all natural, gluten free, keto. We all see these words in magazines or on social media pages. Maybe one of your favorite celebrities has even been seen using these products, so naturally we have to as well.
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