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Glossier Pledges to Donate $1 Million to Black Lives Matter and Black-Owned Beauty Businesses

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Glossier is taking monetary action to aid the Black community amid nationwide protests in response to the death of George Floyd and police brutality. On Saturday, the beauty brand announced it would donate $500,000 "across organizations focused on combating racial injustice" and another $500,000 worth of grants to be allocated to Black-owned beauty businesses. Glossier is one of the first brands to make such a donation. "We stand in solidarity with the fight against systemic racism, white supremacy, and the historic oppression of the Black community," Glossier's statement reads. "Black Lives Matter." The brand's donation will go toward Black Lives Matter , the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund , the Equal Justice Initiative , the Marsha P. Johnson Institute , and We the Protesters . "We're inspired by so many people in our community who are using their voices and making change," Glossier added. "We see you and are with

Aurora James Calls on Corporations to Buy 15% of Products From Black-Owned Businesses

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Amid nationwide protests in response to the death of George Floyd , designer Aurora James of Brother Vellies issued a powerful call to action, asking major corporations to support Black-owned businesses with a 15-percent pledge. Aurora shared her plea on Instagram Saturday night, specifically directed towards Target, Whole Foods, MedMen, Net-A-Porter, Home Depot, Sephora, Barnes and Noble, and Saks Fifth Avenue. Her caption begins, "Okay, here's one thing you can do for us . . ." "So many of your businesses are built on Black spending power. So many of your stores are set up in Black communities. So many of your sponsored posts are seen on Black feeds," she wrote. "This is the least you can do for us. We represent 15% of the population and we need to represent 15% of your shelf space." "We represent 15% of the population and we need to represent 15% of your shelf space." She used Whole Foods as an example, and explained its commitment

10 Acne Products From Amazon That Truly Work - the Customer Reviews Prove It

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Through my teen years, I was lucky enough to rarely deal with acne. Suddenly, as I entered my mid 20s, pesky zits started showing up on my cheeks and chin. I tried all sorts of treatments and products , including expensive creams, toners, and scrubs. That's when I became a skin-care enthusiast . I'm always on the lookout for new releases that will improve my complexion. Thankfully, Amazon is an excellent source for discovering formulas that truly work. There are thousands of customer reviews that can back these products claims. If you're in need of a new acne product to clear up breakouts, I curated a list of the best items on Amazon. They work for a variety of skin types, and each one offers a different pimple-fighting ingredient, so it's worth giving these formulas a try. You might find something that's a total game changer for you. Read on to check out these highly rated options. Related: 13 Cool and Useful Hair Products From Amazon's Bestsellers Lis

How to Get Foundation Out of Clothes (Step One: Don't Panic)

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Countless shirts have been ruined by an innocent hug that left a large foundation smear. While your first inclination might be to reach for the makeup remover , think again. The oil, which is meant for the skin, might actually make the situation worse. Save your shirts, towels, bath mats, and more with three tips for removing foundation stains. Just keep reading for the details. How to Get Liquid or Cream Foundation Out of Your Clothes : Turn to shaving cream to remove smears of oil-free foundation from collars, carpets, and bath mats. You can also mix in a touch of alcohol if the stain won't lift with shaving cream alone. After treating the fabric, throw it in the wash to really get that stain out. If the handy-dandy Tide to Go pen ($9) fails you when it comes to oil-based foundations, pretreat the spot with dish detergent to counter the oil in your liquid foundation . Source: https://ift.tt/2mX6WRd

Emily Ratajkowski Protests in Cropped Cardigan, White Skinny Jeans & Adidas Samba Sneakers

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Emily Ratajkowski is standing up for racial injustice in the wake of George Floyd’s death. The Inamorata womenswear businesswoman on Saturday attended a Black Lives Matter protest in Los Angeles, where she carried a sign reading: “Dismantle Power Structures of Oppression.” At the protest, Ratajkowski wore a cropped gray cardigan with white skinny jeans, which she belted at the waist. View this post on Instagram DISMANTLE POWER STRUCTURES OF OPPRESSION #defundthepolice #justiceforgeorgefloyd #blacklivesmatter A post shared by Emily Ratajkowski (@emrata) on May 30, 2020 at 3:19pm PDT For footwear, the “I Feel Pretty” actress selected all-white Adidas Samba sneakers , one of her longtime go-to shoe styles. The ’90s-favorite silhouette was born on the soccer field. It boasts a soft leather upper with suede overlays, as well as a rubber sole. The Samba is available (although not in the exact colorway chosen by Ratajkowski) for $90 on  Fwrd.com. Ad

Paris Jackson Joins Black Lives Matter Protest in Hippie-Chic Look With Birkenstock Toe-Loop Sandals

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Paris Jackson wore a hippie-chic look yesterday as she joined a Black Lives Matter protest in Los Angeles. The daughter of Michael Jackson sported a baggy striped sweater with cut-out detailing on the sleeves, which she paired with printed red harem pants. Paris Jackson joins Black Lives Matter protest in Los Angeles wearing Birkenstocks, May 30. CREDIT: Splash News A close-up look at Paris Jackson’s Birkenstocks. CREDIT: Splash News For footwear, Jackson selected Birkenstock Mayari sandals. The choice adhered to the big-toe shoe trend that has been popular among stars such as Katie Holmes, Bella Hadid and Gabrielle Union since last summer. The sandals boast a contoured suede footbed with a cork midsole and a faux leather upper. On the DSW website, the shoes are available for purchase with a $100 price tag.       Birkenstock Mayari sandals. CREDIT: Courtesy of DSW Buy: Birkenstock Mayari $100 Birkenstock has long been a favorite among celebrities, wi

The Shoe Trends that Defined 1920s Fashion

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The 1920s ushered in a new era for women, especially when it came to fashion and footwear. After World War I, Western society began to shift away from the strict Victorian era and into the swinging Jazz Age. In the United States, women gained the right to vote thanks to the 19th Amendment, which was passed in 1919 and ratified the following year. Henry Ford’s mass production of cars also allowed women to travel in public spaces like never before. Additionally, cities began to witness a population boom of both young men and women seeking opportunities. This combination of political, cultural and technological shifts granted women freedom in both lifestyle and dress A fashion plate of Three Fashionable Young Ladies in Evening Outfits by Worth from the Historical Collection. CREDIT: Historia/Shutterstock Fashion trends for women became quite liberating at this time. Corsets came off, hemlines and haircuts got shorter, furthermore allowing room for women to express themselves. Wit