Move Over Little Black Dress; There's a New Mascara in Town

Move over, there's a new little black dress in town. Diorshow Blackout Mascara hits the runway at Lord and Taylor.

There's no doubt that black mascara, just like the little black dress and denim jeans, has become a staple in beauty wardrobes around the globe. Dating back as early as 4000 BC the Ancient Egyptians used the black pigment of kohl; a mixture of soot and  galena, to adorn their eyes. Its purpose was to define and pull attention towards the eyes. That beauty concept remains constant today. With each stroke of the mascara wand, we trace a little piece of history.

Benefit to Going Natural: Decreased Health Risks

Did you know that the chemicals in your relaxer could be making you sick? According to Stephanie Robinson, a political commentator, lecturer, author, and lawyer, studies have shown that hair relaxers used by many African American women include chemicals that are linked to uterine fibroid tumors, early puberty, reproductive effects, breast cancer and heart disease. Those harmful chemicals are being ingested by the scalp and chemical burns pave the way for greater exposure. I urge you to listen to Stephanie Robinson's commentary on the Tom Joyner Morning Show regarding this very issue.
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There are many reasons to choose to go natural and every natural head has a unique one. Reasons may include a greater sense of freedom, achieve longer hair, embrace natural beauty, follow a trend, or save money, and there are many more. However, one reason that is often overlooked is health. In a perfect society health concerns would top hair and beauty concerns.

Walk Into a Pop of Color

Jessica Simpson Pumps

Not every occasion allows you to be as creative as you'd like to be when it comes to making a fashion statement. In the office, at a meeting, or on a job interview may not be the right time for your outfit to scream "attention" but you can make your outfit memorable. One sure way to spice up any outfit is with accessories and a pop of color. Shoes that harvest bold color like these Jessica Simpson platform pumps are a big show stopper without being overpowering.

Nail color will compliment these pumps. Try a turquoise or fuchsia nail color.