

All The Celebrity Skincare Brands That Dropped This Year
Skin is in. Skincare that is, and as a result skincare lines are popping up left and right. The skincare market is currently a multi-billion dollar industry and expected to continue to grow over the next few years. In fact, a report by Technavio shows that the global skincare market is expected to grow by $38.03 billion from 2020-2024. Celebrities are no exception to the trend and are cashing in on the skincare wave. It seems like every other day we hear about a celebrity dropping a new line and I'm not mad at it. Get into some of the newest skincare brands by some of your favorite black celebs below and be prepared to be tempted to give them all of your coins.
Fenty Skin by Rihanna
I don't know when we're getting another Rihanna album but what I do know is that Rihanna has been working! After leaving the beauty industry in complete and utter shambles with the launch of Fenty Beauty, Rihanna is back with Fenty Skin. Fenty Skin, designed to complement Fenty Beauty, focuses more on skin health. The brand states that the vegan and gluten-free line has been tested on all skin types and tones and prioritizes clean formulas. The line includes a cleanser, a serum, and a day and night moisturizer. I'm ecstatic to see that the line also comes with sunscreen because black girls, we need sunscreen too. The products can be purchased individually or in sets.
EleVen by Venus Williams
Due to her career as a professional tennis player, Venus Williams undoubtedly spends a great deal of time outside so it's no surprise that she would get in on the sunscreen game. EleVen, a brand that got its start in activewear apparel, recently added two skincare products to its line. One product is an SPF 30 sunscreen and the other is an SPF sun serum. The clean beauty products are said to be for all skin shades and types. I'm loving the fact that the talk of sunscreen in our community is becoming the norm.
Humanrace by Pharrell Williams
I don't know about y'all but if my good brother Pharrell Williams is selling anything related to skin, I'm buying because he literally does not age. The new line by Pharrell believes that "a skincare routine is only as effective as your commitment to it." The brand also believes that less is more and created a line that eliminates the need for unnecessary steps. If you're lucky enough to get your hands on these products, you'll find that there are three steps: a cleanser, an exfoliator, and a moisturizer. Another neat thing about this line is that it operates with a refill system. When you run out, you can simply remove the refill base and replace it with a new refill. Leave it to Pharrell to save the planet while aging backwards.
Keys Soulcare by Alicia Keys
A few years ago, Alicia Keys shared with the world that she would be embarking on a no-makeup journey. Why? Simply put, she had no desire to cover up anymore. While she has worn makeup occasionally since making that public declaration, it is always very natural looking and subtle. Alicia's no-makeup journey has made it easy to see that her skin has been looking amazing lately so I wasn't exactly shocked when I heard that she was creating a skincare line. Keys Soulcare, whose motto is "beauty is more than skin deep" won't be available for purchase until 2021 but the website is up and running and you can take a peek at a few of the products that will be available next year such as a jade roller and a skin cream.
SkinBUTTR by Tatiana Elizabeth Price
Tatiana Elizabeth Price is a model who was on cycle 23 of America's Next Top Model. Sis is stunning with beautiful skin so I was hype to see that she dropped a skincare line this year. SkinBUTTR consists of whipped shea butter-based body butter and scrubs. SkinBUTTR has products for both your face and your body so you are covered from head to toe with this brand. They even carry hand sanitizer which is a product that is always on deck in my purse nowadays! The products can either be purchased individually or in a set.
Which celebrity product line will be getting your coins?
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How This New Bond Repair Line Transformed One Mother's Postpartum Shedding Into The Ultimate Curl Comeback
This article is in partnership with SheaMoisture
For Crystal Obasanya, her wash day woes came shortly after her son did. The beauty and lifestyle content creator had been natural for years, but during postpartum, she quickly learned about one reality many mothers can relate to experiencing: postpartum hair loss. “Sis had thinning hair. Sis had split ends,” she shared about her hair changes in a Reel via xoNecole.
Over a year into her postpartum journey, Crystal explained she also had dry, brittle hair, noting that keeping it hydrated before pregnancy had already been “a task.” The 4C natural recalled going from thick hair during pregnancy to a thin hairline due to postpartum shedding as “devastating.” When it came to strengthening and revitalizing her hair, the new SheaMoisture Bond Repair Collection was just the thing she needed to elevate her damaged coils to revive and thrive status and get them poppin' again.
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Elevate your curl game with SheaMoisture’s Bond Repair Collection Leave-In Conditioner. Lightweight and hydrating, the Bond Repair Leave-In Conditioner provides 12x more moisture than non-conditioning shampoos and tames frizz with 24-hour humidity control. Designed to define curls and coils, the leave-in conditioner enhances softness and shine allowing you to detangle effortlessly.
Bonding Oil
The SheaMoisture Bond Repair Collection Bonding Oil is a multitasking all-in-one formula that acts as a heat protectant and provides the hair with moisture, strength, shine, damage protection, and intense nourishment. This lightweight oil not only offers 24-hour frizz and humidity control but also fortifies your tresses, making them up to 5 times stronger with significantly less breakage.
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In today’s economy, we’re always looking for ways to stretch every dollar. However, the allure of new gadgets, trendy clothes, and the latest dining spots can often lead to impulsive spending. An iced latte here and an Uber Eats delivery there, topped off by a spontaneous online order can add up over time.
For those seeking to curb frivolous expenses and adopt a more mindful approach to their finances, participating in a no-spend month could be the solution to gaining control over their spending.
What is the No-Spend Challenge?
The no-spend challenge is a personal finance exercise where individuals commit to not spending money on non-essential items for a specific period. This could mean cutting off a subscription service, limiting your nights out for drinks, pulling back on online shopping, and holding off on big, spontaneous purchases to see how much you’d save over the month. The challenge encourages participants to evaluate their spending habits, identify areas of unnecessary expenditure, and redirect their financial focus toward savings and debt reduction.
This spending requires one to differentiate between needs and wants, with the base necessities being food, transportation, housing, essential bills, and medical/mental health expenses.
Preparing for a No-Spend Challenge
When embarking on a no-spend month, proper preparation is key to ensure you make the most out of the experience.
Financial expert and founder of The Frugal Feminista, Kara Stephens, says that having a compelling “why” can serve as a motivator to endure the ups and downs of the challenge, especially if it's your first time. “Have a clear idea of what your goals and outcomes are for the challenge. Do you want to be grateful for what you have? Do you want to save a certain amount of money?” she tells xoNecole. “Know what's going to be your ‘after-no-spend challenge' sustainability plan because we're hoping that your habits and your perspective on spending are changing and that you find a way to make that a part of your life after the challenge.”
One of the initial catalysts for the recent popularity of the no-spend challenge is to combat “revenge spending.” This spending habit, triggered by the “life is short” reality of the pandemic, has caused many of us to want to make up for lost time or missed experiences, which can lead to reckless financial decisions and jeopardize future stability.
Because of this, Stephen advises us to reframe our thinking around revenge spending to avoid putting our financial future at risk.
“Try and shift your perspective on revenge spending and say, yes, I want to live my best life, but how can I spend it responsibly?” she says. “How can I revenge spend on a budget? How can I remove the idea of revenge spending from my lexicon and just live well and plan systematically so it doesn't take away from my future financial goals?”
Benefits of A No-Spend Month
Taking part in a no-spend month has a number of benefits, one of which is the self-awareness and gratitude you gain by cutting out non-essential purchases. “You’re more financially self-aware because you're only thinking about what you deem as essentials,” Stephens says. “It can also make you more resourceful because you have to use what you have in your home, rather than going out and shopping.”
Those who take part in the challenge often find they become more intentional with their purchases, distinguishing between what they truly need and what they can do without. The money saved over this course of time can then be redirected towards paying off debt, building an emergency fund, or being put into a sinking fund.
Due to the rigid nature of the challenge, Stephens says that it’s important to have a sustainable framework to follow the no-spend challenge to avoid reverting to old habits. “It can be like "yo-yo dieting,” she explains. “If you were very strict for a certain period, but didn’t create any type of habit or change of mind to continue with it, you could resort back to revenge spending, ironically.”
Things to Keep In Mind
While it may seem like just another financial trend, taking part in a no-spend month can provide precious data about not just how much money you spend but also your mindset and relationship around money. You can observe how your feelings about money change and highlight areas of improvement. Alternatively, you can even start a sinking fund that allows you to put money aside for large purchases or personal experiences.
Ultimately, it’s not that spending money is bad, it’s about how you approach spending in a responsible way that ensures your financial security and success in the long run.
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