Beauty

In this case, size absolutely matters A new pair of crisp white sneakers. A fresh and breezy linen dress. A cheeky pair of Canadian-designed earrings to spice up your daily Zoom calls. These things might seem superficial, but I’m a firm believer in the mood-boosting power of these sartorial cuties. And you know what’s sparking

Everything you need to know about DIY pedis It’s always nice to give your toes a once over before breaking them out of hibernation (and breaking out the sandals). But, if you can’t make it to the salon for a pedicure, don’t worry—doing it yourself is easier than you think. We asked Julia Bautista, founder

Treat yourself *and* support LGBTQ+ causes It’s Pride month and while festivities may be postponed due to COVID-19, that doesn’t mean we can’t celebrate virtually from the comfort of our home by hopping into Club Quarantine’s virtual pride launch party or checking out SodaStream’s virtual drag brunch. Something we can also do from home? Online shop. But

Stephane Cardinale – CorbisGetty Images As protests in response to the deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Tony McDade, and many other Black humans who died at the hands of police hold a mirror up to society’s long history of racial injustice, Aurora James, founder of Brother Vellies, in turn held up a mirror to

No nail appointment, no problem With nail salons across the country closed for the foreseeable future, there’s never been a better time to take our manicures into our own hands. If you’ve already mastered gel polish removal and salon-quality manis, why not give one of these simple nail art ideas a try? All you need to get

We’re deep into quarantine, and top of mind for many people is their hair. And no, we’re not talking about the hair on our head. At more than thirteen weeks into COVID-19 lockdown, avid waxers are likely experiencing serious withdrawal when it comes to their monthly or bi-monthly hair removal, and wondering if they can take the

We’re used to seeing Cardi B in an array of colorful wigs and cuts, but on Monday night, June 8th, Cardi ditched her wig to show followers how healthy her natural hair has become over the years. And it’s all thanks to a nourishing DIY mask she makes for herself and daughter Kulture. Just as

It used to be pretty easy to tell which brands didn’t really care about catering to darker skin tones; all you had to do was clock whichever brand’s foundation shades only went as deep as the colour of my palm (which, for the record, was most of them). But in the current post-Fenty era, diversity

Father’s Day is on the horizon and while this year’s festivities may look a little different due to COVID-19, there’s still plenty of time to shop for the dad, husband, brother or father figure in your life. Because they too deserve a day to feel extra-special with thoughtful gifts that are *thankfully* available online, and

Several Bollywood celebs have been called hypocrites for actively perpetuated colourism by profiting off skin-lightening creams This past week, several Bollywood celebrities spoke out on social media in support of Black Lives Matters. But statements of protest against racism from stars like Priyanka Chopra, Sonam Kapoor, Deepika Padukone and Disha Patani was immediately met with

When FLARE predicted the top hair trends of 2020, there was no way we could have foreseen this time of quarantine—and the risks celebs were going to take with their hair while isolating at home. From celebrities like Miley Cyrus embracing the mullet to Kristen Stewart’s enduring commitment to the genderless haircut trend (but orange!), stars

Here are 20 companies, both big and small, worth spending your $$$ on Inclusivity and general wokeness is far from perfect in the current beauty climate (like when some brands release a foundation in only five shades ranging from “porcelain” to “sunkissed”? #howboutno), but there’s solace in knowing it’s never been easier to support a

There has been a flood of support for the Black Lives Matter movement from beauty brands over the last few days. But activists want to see more than just donations and black squares posted on social media; they want to see real cultural change within the corporations themselves. That’s why Sharon Chuter, founder and chief

From Canadian talent on the come up to international superstars Gorgeous looks from the Canadian designer Kaela Kay (Photo: Courtesy Kaela Kay) Black-owned beauty businesses have been on a well-applauded rise in recent years. But when it comes to diversity in fashion, Black-led labels, especially in the luxury market, still feel like a rarity—save a few exceptions.

All of the elegant summer vibes, none of the sweat This probably isn’t how you imagined your summer going. No sunny patio brunches, no after-work cocktails as the sun sets, no trips to the beach with friends. Just you, the walls of your freshly decorated living space and, if you’re lucky, some AC. Everything in

This is the longest stretch of downtime that Kiana Ledé has had in a while. With four EPs and one critically-acclaimed album, Kiki, 2020 was primed for a Kiana takeover. But, in a season where staying home is the new normal, she’s giving herself the time and space to just be. Turn on your KianaCam,

Pat McGrath may have the best job in the world. In the ‘90s, the makeup artist was in New York when she met two immortal models for the first time. One was Kate Moss. The other? Naomi Campbell. “We were so hyped and thrilled to be shooting with each other,” Campbell told ELLE.com by phone

Lady Gaga and Ariana Grande know the show must go on, and leading up to a bummer Memorial Day weekend, the pop stars dropped a pre-quarantine music video for their new collaboration ‘Rain on Me’ just last week. The video is a reminder of a world we once knew, full of partying, congregating in large

Two months after shutting down due to COVID-19, retail stores across Canada are starting to reopen—slowly but surely. While actual regulations regarding the types of stores that are allowed to open differ from province to province (for example, you’ll recall that garden centres were one of the first categories in Ontario to get the green

News flash: Shaving is no longer relegated to your underarms, bikini line, and legs—people are shaving their faces now. It’s called dermaplaning, and the procedure is usually performed in-office by a dermatologist or esthetician using a fancy tool called a scalpel. But as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, life has been put on pause,

Ditch plastic, not good hair days It’s estimated that the equivalent of one garbage truck full of plastic is dumped into the ocean every minute. Swapping your go-to bottled shampoo and conditioner for packaging-free bars is an easy way to cut down on plastic waste. A single palm-sized bar can last up to 80 washes,

There’s nothing more unsightly or uncomfortable than flaky, sandpaper lips. Sure, you can tap on your trusty lip balm and be on your way, but once it fades, you’re back to square one. And if you’re wearing lipstick, that uneven texture can be even more noticeable. That’s where lips scrubs come in, which sloth off

Watermelons have always been versatile. People with no ingenuity may consider their best case to be as a cooling summer snack. Zoe Kravitz argues they work best as a yonic symbol (Diddy agrees), Animal Crossing players see them as material for furniture, and two bank robbers in Virginia thought the melons would make perfect masks.

From Hilary Duff’s mermaid blue mane to Keke Palmer’s tangerine tresses, rainbow hair colours are having a major moment. And why shouldn’t they be? With most of us in self-isolation due to COVID-19, now is the time to start experimenting with those fun hair colours you may have been curious about but hesitant to explore