Author Archives: Said Outtouboua

Are Co-Wash And Conditioner Basically The Same Thing? Here's The Deal

Washing your hair with conditioner kind of spoils the experience of cleansing your head, for the very fact that there aren’t any suds involved so you won’t have that nice, squeaky clean feeling. But that tiny inconvenience may well be worth it as co-washing is said to benefit your hair and scalp. “The theory behind […]

The Hush Cut Will Be Your Go-To Hairstyle For Fall 2023

Though the full glory of the hush cut’s S-curves and soft movement can be seen with longer lengths, it also works well with something as short as a chin-length bob, as seen on Wendy from the K-pop girl group Red Velvet. “The front layers, however short you decide to go, should connect and blend into […]

6 Fashion Mistakes To Avoid If You're Trying To Dress Taller

The monochromatic look is king when it comes to dressing to look taller. So big, bold patterns are a bit no-no in the height game. You have probably heard that horizontal stripes make you look wider; they can also make you look shorter. Kate stated in Stylecaster, “Thick horizontal stripes draw the eye across you.” If […]

Sleep Easy With Our Tips For Adjusting To Sharing A Bed With A New Partner

Between the noise, potential for allergies, and general sensory feeling about circulating air, people either love or hate a fan at night. This can create issues between partners with differing opinions on fans, particularly if one partner is a hot sleeper. While a fan might serve one half of the partnership, it could lead to […]

Let's Be Real – Does Facial Steaming Actually Do Anything?

In case facial steaming is a new concept for you, it involves boiling water, putting it into a heat-proof bowl, possibly adding an essential oil if that’s your preference, then draping a towel over your head and the sides of the bowl to keep the steam in. Five to ten minutes is fine, but don’t […]

Here's What Went Down With Glow Recipe After Shark Tank

Despite not actually getting the cash injection Glow Recipe’s founders wanted from “Shark Tank,” there’s no doubting the business has only gone from strength to strength. Two years after appearing on the show, the brand started selling its own unique skincare items in addition to curating products and signed a deal with none other than Sephora […]

Athluxury: What To Know About The Comfy Fashion Aesthetic

Varsity jackets might be the most timeless vintage piece. They’re simultaneously a symbol of youth, playfulness, and fashion-forward thinking, stitched to be durable during spring or winter. They’re perfect to wear alongside short skirts or one-piece dresses, and can be cropped or fit loosely to look oversized. As brand director of Depop, Steve Dool, explained […]

How To Use Hot Tools Without Frying Your Hair (It Can Be Done!)

It may seem obvious, but you’ll regret foregoing a trusty heat protectant in the long run. But how exactly does a heat protectant work? “Heat protectants create a barrier or film around the surface of the hair, known as the cuticle — they’re essentially a shield between your heat styling tool and the hair,” cosmetic […]

How To Watch Porn With Your Partner Without Making It Weird

Whether or not you use porn regularly, bringing something new into your sexual experience can be just as exciting as it is daunting. We’re used to pushing ourselves outside of our comfort zones in order to grow, and this doesn’t have to be any different in our relationships and sex lives. Attitude matters. Asking for […]