The beauty industry has always been a powerful space for self-expression, innovation and empowerment. Behind its growth and evolution are trailblazing women whose stories are nothing short of inspiring. Three women who stand out in the history of beauty are Madam C.J. Walker, Elizabeth Arden and Huda Kattan. So let’s shine a spotlight on women who have transformed the industry in remarkable ways. Their legacies continue to influence and inspire generations of entrepreneurs an

In recent years, there has been a growing emphasis on ethical and responsible choices in the beauty and skincare industry. One term that frequently arises in this context is ‘vegan skincare.’ Many people wonder: what exactly is vegan skincare and is it the right choice for me?

As a Black skin expert, I remain deeply committed to promoting true, systemic change. It’s no longer enough for a brand to simply claim "40 shades." The question today is: Are those 40 shades equally available, equally nuanced, and equally advertised?

Australian chanteuse Ms Minogue, has also extolled the benefits of Pond’s Cold Cream which, at just £6.99, probably isn’t going to dent her considerable bank balance anytime soon. So are we to believe these youthful icons or do we cynically presume that they’re trying to appeal to a more ordinary demographic? And can a face cream that gives you change from a £10 note really be better for your complexion than one that contains Brazilian malachite?

You’ll know it instantly – the slightly too-taut face, carpet thick, caterpillar-style eyebrows, cheek bones contoured to look sharper than Helvellyn and inflated, bee-stung lips. All of this is usually set against a nut-brown tan and dazzling white veneers. What am I talking about? The Instagram Face – that homogenised ideal of beauty that is being normalised across social media feeds turning a certain generation of women into an army of pouting female clones.

Ageing of the skin is a natural process by which the collagen and elastin, that keep our skin looking firm and youthful, begin to decline, this results in wrinkles. Cell production and cell quality also diminish over time resulting in wrinkles. These factors unfortunately are out of our control, though diet and supplements can slow down the process, it won’t stop it.

Many recent studies in dermatology confirm that the most significant factor in skincare does not only depend on the cosmetics that we apply (which, of course, do make a difference) but also largely on our diet. So…which diet should we implement to look great?