Byrdie In This Article Welcome toCrowned,our new series about the history of Black hair. In our newest episode, we deep-dive into the history of bonnets, which have rich cultural significance. Join us in learning more. Byrdie This series is researched and fact-checked byChristine ForbesandOluwatobi Odugunwa. Still, despite being functional and culturally significant in the 1800s, headwraps had a grim past. “During enslavement, headwraps and bonnets were weaponized. They were used to visibly distinguish Black women as lesser or even subhuman,” Donaldson explains....

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But when it comes to Botox or fillers, which one is best for you? Keep reading to learn more. Meet the Experts What Is Botox? Stocksy What Are Fillers? “Hyaluronic acid fillers are gel-like products that fill folds and creases and replenish lost volume. They can also contour the face,” Dr. Maia says. Byrdie.com Key Ingredients Hyaluronic acidis a naturally occurring polysaccharide found in the human body. Fillerscan be comprised of a variety of materials, and are used to fill lines....

Dr. Brin was one of the original users of Botox and has since worked to further develop the drug. The History of Botox And thus, the aesthetic realm of Botox was born. Before it was bought and branded, Oculinum was first approved in 1989 for strabismus and blepharospasm. Stocksy (Glabellar lines are brow or furrow lines.) What Is Botox Made Of? What Are the Risks Associated With Botox? Stocksy American Society of Plastic Surgeons....

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Eve by Boz Bozoma Saint John needs no introduction, but her incredible accomplishments deserve to be rattled off. In 2021, she secured the #1 spot on Forbes' World’s Most Influential CMOs list. Can you share some insight into your hair journey? Eve by Boz “My family moved around a lot during my childhood. Although my mother was a fashion designer by trade, she was also our hairdresser. For her, the expression of our hair was really important....