Throughout history, beauty standards have played a big role in society. They’ve changed a lot over time, showing what people value and expect in different cultures. From the fancy makeup of the past to today’s desire for tan and fit bodies, beauty ideals always seem to be changing. But one thing that stays the same…
Cultural appropriation in beauty and fashion is nothing new. But today, it seems impossible that white models could walk a runway in dreadlocks, tribal and Native American dress, or geisha makeup and kimonos. Appropriation happens when consumers or companies use and manufacture products that either promote cultural stereotypes or take inspiration from that culture without…
Thousands of people flock to Turkey each year to undergo cheaper cosmetic procedures. Referred to as “medical tourists,” they often include LGBTQIA+ (abbreviated LGBTQ+) identifying people who travel from Western countries to seek gender-affirming procedures among other treatments that would otherwise be harder to get in their country of origin. Nevertheless, medical tourism can also…
Tipping culture in the US, while customary, can often be seen as inconvenient due to its ambiguity and non-budget-friendly cost. A woman highlighted the issue but also sparked controversy in the process after explaining why she didn’t tip her hairdresser. Justice, a personal trainer from Chicago, USA, stirred up some heated debates about tipping when…
The higher the hair, the closer to… winning a Grammy? Miley Cyrus proved her creativity “Can’t Be Tamed” as she showed up with a mesmerizing hairdo and a show-stopping dress at the 66th Grammy Awards on Sunday (February 4). The event, which honored the best recordings, compositions, and artists from October 1, 2022, to September 15, 2023, saw…
