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This In-Salon Service Is My Go-To Hairdressing Treat– Here’s Why
Simply put, a silk press is a salon services where natural Afro-textured hair is straightened thoroughly, giving a straight, smooth finish. The service isn’t new by any means, but a simple reinvention of the traditional press. Where an old school press would be done with a hot comb and oil, today’s silk press is created with a hairdryer, good straightener and humidity-blocking serums. “The key thing that sets it apart from other straightening services is that it doesn’t use any chemicals,” says hairstylist Lorraine Dublin, co-owner of My Hair Bar Salon. It’s my favourite service in salon because it means I barely have to touch my hair for over a week. Absolute bliss. In salon, the service will start with a regular wash and blow-dry before your stylist moves onto the press part. ...
People With Great Skin Are Obsessed With Their Skin Barrier—Here’s Why
“When the skin barrier is compromised, this can increase the rate at which water is lost from the skin—Trans Epidermal Water Loss (TEWL)—and alters the levels of proteins and lipids in the skin. If your skin barrier can’t repair itself—or isn’t given the help it needs to repair—TEWL increases leading to skin that appears dry, flaky, inflamed and lacking elasticity,” explains Elrick. Inflammation came up time and time again when I was speaking to the experts and Ayodele explains that this damage to the skin barrier often shows itself as “redness, flushing and stinging when certain products are applied”. Plus, she adds, that “the skin can also be dry and scaly because it is unable to hold on to moisture”. Basically, it’s not great. But, luckily,...
It’s Official: These 9 High-Street Stores Do the Best Jeans
As far as shopping experiences go, finding a great pair of jeans on the high street used to be tough (IRL or online, TBH). But over the past few years, there’s been an influx of affordable styles, lengths and shapes that suit every body shape. It’s no longer good enough that “cheap” jeans should feel cheap, so gone are the days of ill-fitting, saggy pairs made of fabric that quickly wears away. Seeing as I only have one body (and different figures suit different jeans), I decided to put the question to our Facebook group So… Should I Buy This? on the jeans the members rate on the high street right now. There were some brands that were mentioned several times, and while I wouldn’t say there were any surprises, it’s clear that jeans have a l...
Euphoria’s Sydney Sweeney Just Wore These Surprising Trainers With Short Shorts
Let me get this out of the way: I’m one of the very few people who hasn’t watched Euphoria yet. I know. However, thanks to White Lotus and our Who What Wear cover shoot last year, I’m still very familiar with Sydney Sweeney. So when she was photographed wearing a pair of attainable sneakers that are still in stock, I got just as excited as all of you Cassie fans out there. Sweeney recently wore the Sorel Kinetic Breakthru Tech Lace Sneakers ($130) with a cute knit matching set and coat while walking her dog. Side note: Have you ever seen such an L.A. outfit? It’s warm enough for booty shorts, but it’s still winter, so you throw on a light coat just in case. That’s SoCal for you. Her sneakers are super cute and pra...
Skincare Slugging Is Going Viral, But a Derm Warns About These Dos and Don’ts
While the incredibly catchy “slugging” term has only been in the beauty sphere for a few years, thanks to the K-beauty community and various skincare subreddits, the concept of using Vaseline to seal in moisture in the skin isn’t anything new. After all, Vaseline is an old-school product that can be found in almost any Grandma’s medicine cabinet. It has a variety of uses, from healing burns and scrapes, to treating diaper rash, preventing chafing, and moisturising dry skin. Marilyn Monroe swore by Vaseline in order to keep it soft and glowy (she reportedly applied it every morning before going into a three-hour bath). “It was recently given a name and made popular by the Korean skincare world, however growing up with two Black grandmothers I was “slugging” far before it was pop...
Here’s Everything Our Editors Wore to London Fashion Week This Season
‘Twas the night before London Fashion Week, and countless buyers and editors were just recovering from the sub-zero temperatures of New York, only to find themselves thrust into a ‘red weather warning’ courtesy of storm Eunice. Day 1 was certainly a bracing experience, and we’re feeling thankful that as we reach the penultimate day of LFW, the weather has started to calm itself. Fortunately for us, we’ve had the luxury and comfort of a rather fabulous central London bolthole—a huge thank you goes out to The Londoner Hotel for giving us the chance to get dressed in style, dash to all of the shows as quickly as possible and escape the gales for a shot of caffeine. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So w...
18 Of The Easiest Nail Designs You Can Totally Try At Home
There are few things I love more than a trip to the nail salon. I love to leave it to the pros to care for and shape my nails while I just worry about what colour to go for next. However, after stumbling across a fair few easy nail art looks, I think I’m ready to try and emulate a few designs at-home. Designs like French tips and cute dots are pretty straightforward to replicate with a bit of patience and a very steady hand. Load up your nail tool kit if you don’t already have remover for pesky smudges and orange sticks to clean up the nail as tidily as possible. Here are the easiest designs that have inspired my DIY manicures lately. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a dating should be. It begins with giving you back powe...
This Particular Bag is Adorning the Arms of Every Fashion Person Right Now
The truth is, you’ll struggle to find any stylish woman who hasn’t either a) tried out a throwback trend from the ‘90s, or b) still owns a original piece from this decade (of their own or passed down). An iconic year where Kate Moss’s slip dress made its mark and Julia Roberts made a case for baggy jeans, a white T-shirt and leather blazer, there are so many trends that have made their way back into our wardrobes. And one that’s stealing the show for yet another season is the shoulder bag. Be it the new Celine Ava model Kaia Gerber has been wearing with absolutely every outfit, or the Triomphe style that’s as popular as the matching Celine logo belt everyone has been wearing. It bag labels Manu Atelier and JW Pei have also created nod to the ‘90s bags in an array of different sha...
I’m a Sustainable-Fashion Expert, and These 5 Denim Brands Are the Best
Do you follow Andrea Cheong on Instagram or TikTok? If you don’t, you should! She has become the trusted and approachable authority in an arena that many find daunting to step into: sustainable fashion. Breaking it down into bite-size pieces of information one can easily digest and use for more sensible shopping tactics in the future, Andrea’s Mindful Monday Method is an absolute must-view if you want to be a more conscious consumer of fashion. With her wealth of knowledge and very good taste, it’s no wonder we had to knock on her virtual door. Join Andrea each Friday on Who What Wear UK’s TikTok channel (@whowhatwear.uk), where she’ll be dissecting the latest trends and shopping phenomena. Last week,...
J.Lo and Dua Lipa Are Both Backing This “Risky” Swimwear Trend
Looking at celebrities basking in the sunshine on their recent slew of exotic holidays has reminded me of a couple of things. 1) That I need to replenish my supply of dental floss when I’m next at Tesco, and 2) that it’s good to get out of your leggings and knitwear once in a while and embrace something… skimpy. And what could be skimpier than a barely-there, string bikini? That’s right; stylish stars have been casting aside their Baywatch-esque high-leg cossies in favour of teeny triangle bikinis—the sort that dominated every beach, poolside, and popular music video in the ‘90s. And you know what? I might join them. A few years ago, I found my swimwear comfort zone in the retro, high-waist bikinis—the sort that covers my belly button and provides me with the added support acros...
If You’re Scared to Try Retinol, These 15 Products Are Great Gentle Alternatives
In short, retinol can prove irritating and isn’t a feasible option for many. “Traditional retinol can potentially cause irritation in the form of dryness, redness and flaking, especially in those with sensitive skin,” says Joyce Park, MD, BareMinerals global dermatology ambassador. Even those who have skin types deemed more tolerant should slowly build up their retinol usage to avoid upset. On top of this, retinol products should be avoided if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. So what’s the answer? Well, the bad news is that those who are pregnant, breastfeeding or have sensitive skin won’t be able to truly embrace the wonders of retinol. The good news, however, is that there are other options out there in the form of plant-based ingredients that deliver similar results (no...
It’s Official—These Are the 9 Biggest Hair Trends of 2022
There’s no doubt that 2021 was a turbulent year for our hair. We spent the first few months trying our hardest to manage our strands at home after going a really long time without a salon appointment. And when we finally did get the chance to sit down in front of a hairdresser, we had a whole lot of damage on our hands. Despite having big plans for our hair last year, in reality, we spent most of 2021 trying to get our strands fighting fit after many, many months of neglect. But as we ring in the New Year, we’re feeling pretty confident that 2022 will be the year for hair. To get some sort of idea of the sorts of hair trends that will be popular this year, we reached out to some of the top hairstylists in the game. So, whether you’re tempted to chop all of your ha...
