Francesca Scorsese Keeps "a Ridiculous Amount" of Lip Gloss in Her Purse

If you punch links we provide, we may receive compensation. The actor fills us in on her new Dove campaign and the movie she looks to for beauty inspo. With a wildly famous director (Martin… you might have heard of him?) @francesca.scorsese/Instagram and book editor (she deserves a name plug too, shoutout Helen Morris!) And yet, she’s realized that this skillset doesn’t have to apply toeverythingwe share. Because really… will our grandkids care when looking through the archives someday?...

April 17, 2025 · 2 min · 403 words · Jason Gutierrez

Francesco Clark's Skincare Brand Was Born Out of His Spinal Cord Injury

If you select links we provide, we may receive compensation. Clark’s Botanicals is based on strength. Today, Clark’s Botanicals is revered for its plant-powered skincare products. Instead, he would have told you why he wanted to become a diplomat. In fact, he shaped his college curriculum to prepare him for a life overseas. But his family’s fears about his safety abroad swayed him to pursue other interests. Byrdie / Francesco Clark...

April 17, 2025 · 2 min · 368 words · Matthew Ruiz

Freaknik Beauty Showcased Black Joy and Creativity—And Now It's Getting Its Due

“Freaknik had a huge cultural impact in the beauty space,” says supervising producer Deshawn Plair. (The colorful name is a portmanteau of the words “freak” and “picnic.") Eventually, the gatherings became so large that they attracted students from around the country. Courtesy of Hulu Even non-students wanted to participate in the rowdy collegiate shenanigans. These young people were often unwelcome at spring break gatherings in other cities. The event also attracted celebrities as performers and participants....

April 17, 2025 · 2 min · 288 words · Cheyenne Duran

French Curl Braids Are a Fun Twist on the Classic Protective Style

If you select links we provide, we may receive compensation. The latter is a chic twist on theprotective style, combining box orknotless braidswith curly extensions. Interested in giving the look a go? @zayawade/ instagram Ahead, braid experts explain everything it’s crucial that you know about French curl braids. Meet the Experts What Are French Curl Braids? Getty Images As we’ve mentioned, French curl braids combine two stylesbraids and curls. Getty Images...

April 17, 2025 · 1 min · 185 words · Lisa Watts

French Pins: Easy, Chic Updos Using the Accessory

deborahpagani / Byrdie The french pin is a chic U-shaped pin with styling versatility. Ive used them on all hair types," says hairstylist Ona Diaz-Santin. Below are seven different examples of french pin hairstyles. deborahpagani / Byrdie The accessory will add an elegant (and secure) touch. French Tail Chic @alexgaboury Create this look by doing a classic chignon technique, says Mengert. Be sure to use a texture spray throughout the hair to give it some natural locking hold....

April 17, 2025 · 1 min · 117 words · Erika Thomas

French Skittle Manis Are Taking Over Our Feeds—and We're Not Mad About It

If you tap on links we provide, we may receive compensation. @disseynails/ Instagram TheFrench manicureis easily one of the most classic nail looks of all time. And we can’t lie: They have us swooning. @disseynails/ Instagram One such take is the French Skittle. Scroll on for more. Color-Block French Skittle Manicure @overglowedit/ Instagram How fun is this vivid color-block French Skittle mani? @overglowedit/ Instagram It was created using the Sally Hansen Miracle Gel x Keith Haring Collection....

April 17, 2025 · 2 min · 371 words · Stephen Rodriguez

French WOC Discuss the Issues With America's Idea of French Beauty

Only those words imply a laissez-faire approach to hair for only a select few. It’s impossible to define a person or a culture by Americanized stereotypes. Below, find a more true-to-life story of the eponymous French girl. @claire_most It’s a fact. Even when you look at French makeup brands, they took years and years to diversify their products. Not everyone has silky brown hair or wantsred lipstick. @aude_julie There is so much diversity in Francethere isn’t just one kind of beauty....

April 17, 2025 · 2 min · 357 words · Karen Anderson

Freshly-Baked Fragrances Are Fall's Biggest Perfume Trend

If you press links we provide, we may receive compensation. The bakery, bottled. Baked goods are having a moment in the fragrance world, so get your sweet tooth ready. Getty Images/ Unsplash / Marissa Zappas / nonoses.inc / Maison Margiela / Byrdie Ahead, we unpack the trend, and share some of our favorite freshly-baked fragrances. Basically, everyone smelled good enough to eat. And we still do! Maison Margiela Its only natural that pastry-inspired scents would begin to pop up as a reaction to the gourmand obsession....

April 17, 2025 · 1 min · 131 words · Sabrina Shepard

From '60s Bangs to the Shaggy Pixie, These Are All the Winter Haircut Trends to Try in 2024

Plenty of inspo ahead. Its a time to transform. Winter is the ideal season to switch up your hairstyle, says celebrity hairstylistChristopher Naselli. @grahamnation/Instagram Its the perfect time to change your look, chop off your hair and deepen your hair color. Dinis notes a shift away from the one-size-fits-all trending cuts to a more individualized approach. If youre feeling the urge to make a big hair change this winter, weve got you....

April 17, 2025 · 2 min · 379 words · Karen Wilkerson

From 1920 to Today: The Epic Evolution of Eyebrows

(Tonya Crookss Second Chance Eyebrow Enhancement Serum, may have had something to do with that). Curious to see how brows have changed? Keep scrolling to see how the popular eyebrow trends have evolved from the 1920s to today. Chelsea Victoria/Stocksy Peck describes the brows of the ’30s to be bare, hairless brow bones with a thin penciled-insymmetrical arch. The highest point of the arches was directly over the pupil, making the eyebrow appear higher....

April 17, 2025 · 2 min · 413 words · Amanda Wilson

From 3200 B.C. to Today: The Fascinating History of Nail Polish

If you choose links we provide, we may receive compensation. But how long exactly has the practice been around? The History of Nail Polish It’s claimed that warriors in Babylonia during 3200 B.C. Klaus Vedfelt / Getty Images would spend hours having their hair curled and their nails manicured before going off to battle. The purported ingredient of choice for nail color: kohl. The colors of their nails may have signified their class....

April 17, 2025 · 2 min · 374 words · Kimberly Hammond

From 4000 BCE to Today: The Fascinating History of Men and Makeup

If you press links we provide, we may receive compensation. Stocksy In This Article For the first time in centuries,men wearing makeupis not completely taboo. This concept, however, is hardly new. Stocksy For millennia, from 4000 BCE through the 18th century, men traditionally used makeup in myriad ways. It wasn’t until the mid-1800s that makeup was relegated to one end of the gender spectrum. As religious values continued to permeate cultures around the world, mainstream definitions of masculinity narrowed....

April 17, 2025 · 2 min · 398 words · Lindsey Wolf

From Auras to Bows, Team Byrdie's Favorite 2023 Nail Trends

But when designs and finishes vanish almost as quickly as they went viral, keeping up can be tough. Fortunately for you, that’s our job. In doing so, we were bound to emerge with a few favorites of our own. @overglowedit/ Instagram / Byrdie Curious about which nail trends made it to the top of our lists this year? Read on for Team Byrdie’s favorite manicures of 2023. Fancy French Manis Byrdie...

April 17, 2025 · 2 min · 268 words · Christian Key