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HOW TO MAINTAIN STEEZE THIS RAINY SEASON

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The word “steez” (style + ease) is all the rage right now, referring to an effortless, cool way to present yourself. There are plenty of ways to elevate or diminish your steeze, but why would you ever want to lower it, eh fine man/woman? Everyone’s looking for ways to keep their steeze high, no matter the season.Your steeze should NEVER go down a notch! Maintaining maximum steeze is crucial all year round, and right now, it’s the rainy season. Below are essential steps to follow to keep that 100% steeze intact.

MUST-HAVES IN YOUR BAG TO MAINTAIN 100% STEEZE DURING THE RAINY SEASON

Let’s go!

  • Wet Wipes: For a quick freshen-up after getting splashed.
  • Towel: A small towel to dry yourself off when the rain tries to mess with your steeze.
  • Lip Gloss: Keep your lips moisturised and looking fresh.
  • Hair Band: Essential to pull back your hair and avoid the frizz.
  • Moisturiser: The skin tends to get flaky during this season. A good moisturiser keeps it smooth and glowing.
  • Hand Moisturiser: Don’t let the rain dry out your hands!
  • Atomiser: Smelling nice is key, especially when it’s damp outside. Keep a travel-size perfume atomiser handy to stay fresh.
  • Waterproof Bag: Of course, you need a waterproof bag. Don’t let your items get soaked!
  • Umbrella: This one’s a no-brainer. You can’t walk in the rain without it.

When it’s raining, why run? With all these essentials in your bag, there’s no reason for your steeze to drop! Walk confidently through the rain with your 100% steeze untarnished.

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HAIR CARE TIPS FOR YOUR HAIR THIS RAINY SEASON.

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I’m sure a lot of people are wondering why this is crucial. Look around, it’s the rainy season, rainy days almost every day and there’s a lot that can either go wrong or we’ll with your hair. Yes! we’d talk about your hair and tips on how to care for it during this time of the year. Remember it’s your crown! Most people think the rainy season is the best season for hair growth, it’s not an ideal season for hair growth, but it can be. This depends on how good the hair is being taken care of.

IS RAINY SEASON GOOD FOR HAIR?

Not everyone knows this, but there’s enough humidity during the rainy season to make the hair look dull, worn down and increase hair fall.

EFFECTS OF RAINY SEASON ON HAIR

Causes shrinkage Hair breakage Tangling Rough, fuzzy hair See? This isn’t really an ideal season for hair growth. Below are tips to help you get through these challenges

HAIR CARE TIPS FOR HAIR IN RAINY SEASON.

These tips are ideal for all hair types.

Routine oiling of the hair

Keep the hair dry

Use anti-frizz hair products

Use sulphate-free shampoo enriched with essential oils (argan, lavender, teatree oil, etc.)

Mostly importantly, eat healthy (Balanced diet)

Check out the link below to get more insight on tips to keep your hair strong, shiny and healthy!

Check out the link below to get more insight on tips to keep your hair strong, shiny and healthy!

https://www.bebeautiful.in/all-things-hair/everyday/top-monsoon-haircare-tips-for-healthy-hair.

Everyone has a bad hair day one way or the other it always comes up, but there’s always a way to get through it.

Drop a comment. Let us know about that bad or good hair day during the rainy season and what tips you applied to go through it.

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SKIN CARE ROUTINE FOR NIGERIAN WEATHER.

By 3 Mins Read

Analyzing the Nigerian weather, there’s a lot of sunshine, so sun protection is a must everyday and all year round. No excuses. SPF 30 or higher is recommended, always apply generously to the body parts exposed to the sun.

Skin care issues such as hyperpigmentation or uneven skin tone is common in Nigeria, mostly because of the hot humid climate. Adopting and sticking to a skin care routine is most appreciable for healthy skin. Skin care products like hydrating toner, moisturizers, face wash, serum should be highly invested in to avoid unwanted and disfiguring face cards.

You may ask what skin care routine I should adopt? I’ll be talking about the easiest and effective skin care routine and what to do to maintain that glow!

SKIN CARE ROUTINE

  • Step 1: Cleanse
  • Step 2: Exfoliate. Use gentle exfoliating scrub to remove dead skin. This should be done 2-3 times a week
  • Step 3: Use a face mask specific to your skin type
  • Step 4: A light toner should be applied
  • Step 5: For hyperpigmentation or uneven skin tone use vitamin C serum or niacinamide
  • Step 6: Eye contour, this reduces eye bags and dark circles, helps tighten the skin around the eyes.
  • Step 7: Moisturizing cream should be applied, this keeps the face hydrated and moisturized.
  • Step 8: Don’t skip the SPF! This is most essential.
  • Step 9: Eat healthy! Eat foods rich in vitamins C & E and avoid excess sugar as this can help increase skin glow and prevent skin issues.
  • Step 10: The sleeping beauty factor! Don’t play with your beauty sleep. 8 hours of sleep is highly recommended for healthy skin!.
  • Step 11: HYDRATE! Always be hydrated. Water is an essential element of an effective skin care routine. From removing impurities from the body to maintaining shiny and glowing skin!.

In addition, embracing natural ingredients Nigeria is blessed with, such as aloe vera, turmeric, cinnamon, essential oils and Shea butter (although Shea butter is not exactly suitable for sensitive skin, it could cause burns when exposed to the sun, ensure to carefully use it).
This enhances your routine, they can be used alone or mixed with other skin care products.

BODY CARE!

  • Use gentle gentle cleanser to remove dirts and impurities
  • Apply a moisturizer after bathing
  • Don’t skip the SPF! Reapply every 2 hours when exposed to sun
  • Drink at least 8 glasses of water daily
  • Don’t forget to eat balanced diet

HERE ARE SOME DO’S AND DON’TS TO MAINTAINING A GOOD SKIN CARE ROUTINE!

Do:

  • Cleanse at least for 1 minute
  • Wash your pillow
  • Wash face with cold water at night and warm water in the morning.

DON’T:

  • Touch your face constantly.
  • Put toothpaste on those spots.
  • Pop those pimples.

With consistency comes good results. With this skin care routine you’re well on your way to permanently removing skin problems and getting healthy and glowing skin!

What routine works for you? I’d love to hear it.

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WHY SUNSCREEN MATTERS FOR BLACK SKIN.

By 2 Mins Read

The myth goes “black people don’t need Sunscreen, they can go about their day, have a great time, and swim under the sun without sunscreen because they are already black”. THIS IS WRONG. Yes! People of color do have some built-in Sunscreen protection given the amount of melanin which has little Sun Protection Factor (SPF) , depending on how deep the skin tone is. This isn’t enough to protect the skin against damage from UV rays. Truth is darker skin tones are at a higher risk of melanoma which can be fatal in the long run.

WHY USE SUNSCREEN?

The benefits of sunscreen can’t be overemphasized, because of its benefits. It’s benefits include

  • Reduces risk of skin cancer.
  • Help to reduce hyperpigmentation.
  • Some sunscreens moisturizes the skin.
  • Sunscreen contains anti-aging properties (reduces wrinkles).

WHAT TYPE OF SUNSCREEN SHOULD BLACK PEOPLE USE?

It is recommended by Dermatologists for Black People, no matter the skin tone to use sunscreen with an SPF of 30. When outdoors for prolonged periods, it is advised to use SPF of 50 or greater.

WHEN SHOULD BLACK PEOPLE USE SUNSCREEN?

The answer is not far gone. Sunscreen should be used EVERYDAY. No matter weather either raining, sunny, or cloudy days. Most black people face challenges like lack of inclusivity from brands, getting the wrong sunscreen products for their skin tone, and also getting adverse effects from sunscreen because some ingredients are/weren’t included in the Sunscreen.

Most brands are expected to take note of these challenges to do better.

What’s the worst experience you’ve had with a brand’s Sunscreen? And which one do you like and which works for you?Please let us know across our socials.

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Beauty

WHY SUNSCREEN MATTERS FOR BLACK SKIN.

By 2 Mins Read

The myth goes “black people don’t need Sunscreen, they can go about their day, have a great time, and swim under the sun without sunscreen because they are already black “. THIS IS WRONG. Yes! People of color do have some built-in Sunscreen protection given the amount of melanin which has little Sun Protection Factor (SPF) , depending on how deep the skin tone is. This isn’t enough to protect the skin against damage from UV rays. Truth is darker skin tones are at a higher risk of melanoma which can be fatal in the long run.

WHY USE SUNSCREEN?

The benefits of sunscreen can’t be overemphasized, because of its benefits;

  • It helps Reduces risk of skin cancer.
  • Help to reduce hyperpigmentation.
  • Some sunscreens moisturizes the skin.
  • Sunscreen contains anti-aging properties (reduces wrinkles)

WHAT TYPE OF SUNSCREEN SHOULD BLACK PEOPLE USE?

It is recommended by Dermatologists for Black People, no matter the skin tone to use sunscreen with an SPF of 30. When outdoors for prolonged periods, it is advised to use SPF of 50 or greater.

WHEN SHOULD BLACK PEOPLE USE SUNSCREEN?

The answer is not far gone. Sunscreen should be used EVERYDAY. No matter weather either raining, sunny, or cloudy days.

Most black people face challenges like lack of inclusivity from brands, getting the wrong sunscreen products for their skin tone, and also getting adverse effects from sunscreen because some ingredients are/weren’t included in the Sunscreen. Most brands are expected to take note of these challenges to do better.

What’s the worst experience you’ve had with a brand’s Sunscreen? And which one do you like and which works for you?Please let us know across our socials.

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