Fashion & Beauty
#Events / ARKA Fashion Week set to return for its second edition
ARKA Fashion Week is set to return to Aloki Convention Center at 211 Tejgaon Link Road for its second year, scheduled from 13 June to 16 June, 2024. This event follows the success of its debut last year, striking a chord, particularly with the city's youth.
Makeup vs Earthy Skintones: Nerissa's fight against colourism
For too long, the beauty industry has mirrored societal biases, notably through colourism, where lighter skin tones are often preferred over darker ones. To break the stereotype, Nerissa Nashin – a determined makeup artist – is challenging deep-seated norms. Her mission is bold yet beautifully simple: confronting the bias toward fair skin that pervades the beauty industry.
Summer essentials: Everyday routine to protect your skin against heat
Do you think the summer heat has gotten its clutches on your skin? Have you felt unpleasant impurities and sweat on your face despite your skincare?
When fashion mattered: throwback to the ‘cool’ days
1960s and 1970s fashion, a vibrant tapestry of rebellion and innovation, is making a comeback. Embodying freedom and expression, the era’s psychedelic prints, bohemian maxi dresses, and mod miniskirts spoke volumes about societal change. Today, the resurgence of these trends celebrates the blend of tradition and modernity, offering a nostalgic yet modern look.
Your go-to guide for Eid makeup!
Blessed are we to have another beautiful month of Ramadan. Indeed, it is the most wonderful time of the year when we are in our kindest, nicest selves. And to go with that kind, pious self our faces must reflect the inner glow that is within us for the grand finale — Eid!
Skincare takes centre stage: A new era of bridal makeup in Bangladesh
Skincare is now the main focus of bridal makeup. Makeup experts recognise that the key to a flawless makeup look is a healthy, vibrant complexion. Tasreen Zaman, a renowned bridal makeover artist, brought in a seldom-applied innovation for her loyal clients including non-contact airbrush makeup for full coverage without the heavy feel, lasting all day like a second skin. Which is recommended for prolonged wedding events.
#Events / Hair and Beauty Fest 2024: A new beginning by BSOAB
The inaugural Hair and Beauty Fest 2024, organised by the Beauty Service Owners Association of Bangladesh (BSOAB), unfolded as a two-day extravaganza on 11 and 12 February that's successfully made a mark on the landscape of beauty and fashion in the country.
5 tips to perfect your winter makeup
With winter comes a few undesirable effects on our skin, which include chapped lips, dry skin, and clumpy makeup. Needless to say, these issues will require some attention. With the makeup suggestions below, you can bid these issues farewell and get sleek makeup this winter!
Style spotlight: 6 jaw-dropping outfits of Jaya Ahsan
Like a muse for the couturiers and a beacon of inspiration for fashion aficionados, Jaya Ahsan’s fashion sense can only be described as a sartorial symphony.
Secrets to youthful skin from the world’s oldest beauty adviser
Tomoko Horino, at age 100, is the world's oldest beauty adviser, still working to this day, giving advice to her clients on how to maintain a youthful lifestyle and skin.
Skin-savvy shaving: Navigating razors for your skin's sake!
Achieving the perfect shave is no simple task, and it all starts with the careful selection of an appropriate razor. Your skin, with its unique characteristics, deserves a careful and personalised approach to grooming.
Surprising ways petroleum jelly transforms your skincare routine
Although the options for skincare products are as vast as the sea these days, this unassuming jar sitting on the dresser of almost every household has its own perks in transforming dry, parched skin into a radiant canvas. So, without further ado, let's find out exactly how versatile the humble petroleum jelly can be.
Why is lip care good for you?
To take good care of your lips, you need to take care of them on the inside and the outside to get that perfect pout you have always wanted. If you are sick of dealing with dry or cracked lips, here are a few solutions you can try to put an end to it.
Fighting ageism: Can you allow us to age gracefully, please?
Our unforgiving, superficial society is a lover of beauty, quick to criticise whoever does not fit their stereotypes of grace and elegance. Does it matter that she works 16-hour days? Or, she has just given birth, or gone through surgery?
Turning 30? Don't worry, your skin hasn't gotten the memo
It's crucial to modify your skincare routine in order to preserve that radiant youth and ward off indications of ageing. In this article, we will explore essential skincare elements that will help you shine with confidence throughout this eventful decade of your life.
Secrets to radiant skin: 5 must-follow steps
We understand that life can be hectic and that sometimes, care for your skin gets overlooked. To look fabulous, you do not need a 10-step skincare routine straight from Seoul. Let's break it down into 5 simple steps for glowing skin.
A guide to hair salon etiquette
As a woman who has to visit the beauty salon every 8 to 10 weeks because her layers grow faster than she wants, there are a few things that I have learned and taught myself over time about salon etiquette. They have always saved me from the agony of leaving a salon with a sad face and a bad haircut.
Discover another realm of beauty at Wellness and Growth Hub by Moon
Wellness and Growth Hub by Moon is a new and innovative beauty salon that defies industry norms with their unparalleled offerings and commitment to their clients’ needs. They are bringing a whole new meaning to beauty salons as they are going above and beyond to provide clients with an all-inclusive bundle of delight and relaxation. They have pulled out all the stops by giving clients a tailor-made experience, completely customised to their preferences.
Peya Jannatul and her “Picture Perfect” initiative
Jannatul Ferdous Peya, a woman who embodies excellence, has always resolved to go the extra mile. She won the title of Miss Bangladesh in 2007 and was the first Bangladeshi model to appear on the cover of Vogue India. Now, she has come up with a new initiative – Picture Perfect by Peya Jannatul, a 3-month model grooming course, designed for aspiring models in Bangladesh, which is a move forward for the fashion industry.
