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Opinion – beauty’s attempts at sustainability are misguided

Opinion – beauty’s attempts at sustainability are misguided

So-called sustainable beauty products are everywhere. But with a new beauty line coming out almost every month, is less production the only way to achieve more in terms of true sustainability? It seems counterintuitive to say that the beauty industry is becoming more complex, especially when our understanding of which ingredients are necessary for maintaining healthy skin is improving. But take a walk into a local beauty department and it’d be...

By London, UK
Adidas launches new swim cap line for Black and afro hair

Adidas launches new swim cap line for Black and afro hair

In collaboration with the British company Soul Cap, the global sportswear giant has introduced another inclusive product to its athletic wear collection. This time, it’s a swim cap designed to fit swimmers with long, voluminous, or Black and afro hair. Last year, Adidas launched a marketing campaign that showcased how a one-size-fits-all approach to sports bra design has resulted in women lacking adequate breast support during their fitness routines. Today, the...

By London, UK
Do we really need gender-specific skincare products?

Do we really need gender-specific skincare products?

For decades, skincare routines and other beauty regimes have been viewed as rituals carried out solely by women.  But as the boundaries of gender become further blurred, gender-neutral skincare products are increasing in popularity. Was the concept of gender-specific skincare ever legit to begin with? Despite the fact that most straight men still recoil when being convinced to get a tidy-up mani-pedi (trust me, I’ve tried), the promotion of...

By London, UK
How is the beauty industry prioritising transparency online?

How is the beauty industry prioritising transparency online?

As the industry continues exploring digital spaces, community-centric platforms that allow the vetting of cosmetics and skincare products in real time are proving the most popular. It shouldn’t come as much of a surprise, but online consumer engagement has become a top priority for the beauty industry. Anyone who’s been paying attention over the last decade or so will have noticed many leading beauty brands rapidly shift their focus onto online...

By London, UK