Before there was Sephora, Ulta or even electricity to heat up the curling iron, how did the elders do it?
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Why I Wear My Abuela’s Maja Perfume
I opened my top drawer to find the bottle of Maja perfume, knowing that once I opened that bottle, I’d cry tears of joy and sorrow. The smell made me feel like abuela was never gone as long as I held on to her teachings: to always look my best.
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Q&A: Kathleen Lights On Nail Polish, Cuba-Inspired Merch and YouTube Success
The Miami-born Cuban influencer and entrepreneur steps out of the camera to launch her two brands, Lights Lacquer and Lights Label.
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Redefining “Closeness” While Quarantining With Mami
At home, in the midst of a pandemic, these mother/offspring duos reflect on their bond through style.
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Every Glossier Product Ranked (An Emperifollá Review Series)
Dominican writer Zameena Mejía reviews every Glossier product out there after years as a fan of the brand.
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La Cuarentena: The Women Finding Comfort In Getting Dressed At Home
The emperifollaera session before a night out has now become the entire jangueo.
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Q&A: ILe On Quarantine, Barbershops and New Single “En Cantos” with Natalia Lafourcade
Plus, what being emperifollá means to her.
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How Nail Artist Ami Vega Is Adapting Her Business Amid A Global Pandemic
From doing custom press-on nails to teaching online, this is how the Dominican manicurist is facing Covid-19.
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3 Makeup Looks I Tried In Social Distancing
Being forced to stay inside by a global pandemic seemed like the time to get over my fears and put my bold muscle to work. Here are the results.
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So, What's the Deal with Monat?
All the hype, all the controversies – explained.
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