Author Archives: Said Outtouboua

First and foremost, you should make sure to listen closely to your tattoo artist’s aftercare instructions. This can be especially important if you’re getting more traditional old-school tattoo techniques such as hand poking, rake-and-strike, or Tebori. Different methods of ink infusion into and under your skin can call for very different aftercare instructions. For more […]

Before you start changing up your routine, know that if you are getting your nails done by an expert, they will be beautiful and healthy regardless of which nail option you choose as both elevate your style. That being said, there are pros and cons to both gel extensions and acrylic tips. According to nail artist […]

Buddha highlighted that attachment and desire is the source of all suffering. Insecurity, hunger, and jealousy are all symptoms of attachment. These emotions are based in the habit of looking at what’s lacking — the glass half empty — rather than gratitude for the reality of what’s right in front of you — half a glass of […]

Some essential oils are touted for improving skin texture and complexion. Tea tree, orange and peppermint oils have been shown to demonstrate antimicrobial and anti-fungal properties that can be seen when applied topically (via Healthline). If you’ve got them on hand, you could use them to remove your makeup if you’re out of your typical makeup remover. […]

Many experts would agree the key to keeping your skin looking rejuvenated is maintaining firmness and elasticity. If the collagen miracles claimed by vitamin C are just what your face craves, then copper peptides are just what your skincare ordered. According to dermatologist Tiffany J. Libby, MD, in Real Simple, “[P]eptides are applied topically via […]

If you’re hoping to keep your midriff covered, contrast a plain white tee shirt with a black bikini top (or vice versa), wearing wide-legged faux leather pants and a matching leather shacket. Accessories with a sleek black purse, sneakers, and ’90s-style shades. While bikinis are most often layered beneath other clothing articles, this approach will […]

Although you may think all warm-toned skin is the same, the truth is there is a distinct difference between a warm spring tone and a warm fall tone. And, the easiest way to figure out your skin’s undertone is to simply look in the mirror. You may think warm spring skin equals tan skin, but […]

While this next piece isn’t a leather jacket, the leather vest still deserves an honorable mention as a trendy leather outerwear piece for this fall. Of course, you can wear it on its own as a singular outerwear garment, but the leather vest is much too versatile for just one look. Consider layering a leather vest with […]

Inspired by the TikTok creator @evyxobby, Nikkie de Jager-Drossaers (more commonly known as NikkieTutorials) uses rhinestones to turn her eye bags into an artistic masterpiece on Instagram. “To me, this just further proves that rhinestones are the answer to everything in life. If you wake up looking like a zombie? Rhinestones!” Starting with a bronzing […]