Culture shapes our beliefs and perceptions. Beauty standards, for instance, are not universal. What is perceived as beautiful in America might look strange in Africa, because the concept of beauty is subjective.
In Eastern culture, women rely on the so-called 'no makeup' makeup look. A simple style is preferable.
It's very...
AN EXPOSE ON LIVING WITHOUT MAKEUP
In sixth grade, I started experimenting with makeup. More accurately, I began caking my face with makeup—really, really bad makeup. I had fun trying new eyeshadows and liners, shopping for new lipsticks and attempting to perfect concealer and foundation.
For six years, I thought that...
TRINITY WHITESIDE
We had the pleasure of not only having the one and only Mr. Trinity Whiteside on our May cover but we were excited to have a one on one with him so all of you can get to know the man behind our May cover!!!
Latoya:
We’re definitely excited to...
THESE BRIDAL BEAUTY TIPS WILL HELP YOU PREPARE FOR YOUR PERFECT DAY
Whether you are enlisting the help of a glam team or you are doing your own hair and makeup, the following tips will ensure that you look picture-perfect on your wedding day.
Hair
Tip #1: Trial Run
If you are...
Caliyah Ross Survivor Movie
Just three years ago news outlets covered the story of then four-year-old Caliyah Ross who was burned in a grease fire alongside her aunt. Latoya, her mother will be releasing a docuseries called PrettyThoro Presents: WE ALL HAVE SCARS on the third year anniversary Tuesday, April...
GIVE YOUR LIPS THE ATTENTION THEY DESERVE
Even though masks are the new norm, you don’t need to neglect your lips! Lip color and maintenance are essential—with or without a mask— and below are the trends, tips and products you need to make your lips pop this spring!
Pucker Up -...
THE BEST PRODUCTS TO MAINTAIN A FRESH MAKEUP LOOK THROUGHOUT THE NIGHT
Makeup can slide off of your face when you cry or sweat at your wedding. However, instead of putting on an additional layer of makeup mid-reception, here are some rejuvenating products to save you time and stress.
Rare Beauty...
BRIDAL PHOTOGRAPHY MAKEUP
When you’re preparing to become a bride, you face a long to-do list, but achieving a flawless, long-lasting, photo-friendly makeup look does not need to be the most stressful task on that list.
The key to finding the perfect full face of bridal makeup? Knowing how to trick...
ARE YOU READY TO ROCK YOUR INK ON YOUR WEDDING DAY?
As tattoos and piercings become more popular and accepted, questions have arisen about whether or not brides should show their tattoos on their wedding days. It is becoming more common for women to leave their tattoos visible in the...
APRIL COVER MODEL SPOTLIGHT
Q: How do you feel about being featured in our magazine for the April issue?
A:I’m ecstatic! Knowing I’m going to be featured for the world to see is exciting. My mother was a model while I was growing up and I remember seeing her published...
