Christine Jairamsingh

Consultant + Writer

Non-Oppressive Beauty Blog

  1. INTERVIEW: AUTHOR SADICHCHHA ADHIKARI

    2023-05-06 04:26:00 UTC
    Interview: Author Sadichchha Adhikari on WOC Founders and Obstacles in Beauty Innovation The beauty industry isn’t built for our success. (Originally published on Beautyocracy.com, September 2022) Beautyocracy caught up with Sadichchha Adhikari, author of Beautiful People: Women of Color Decentralizing Innovation in Beauty, to learn about her book and why…

  2. THE PODCASTS TALKING BIPOC BEAUTY

    2023-05-06 03:29:47 UTC
    The Podcasts Talking BIPOC Beauty Get your beauty news from these industry-changing hosts. (Originally published on Beautyocracy.com, June 2022) Finding relevant beauty information for specific needs can be like finding a needle in a haystack. There is an abundance of brands, blogs, and retailers constantly shelling out education and the…

  3. INDIAN INGREDIENTS AND BRANDS THAT WILL TRANSFORM YOUR SKIN

    2023-05-06 03:29:42 UTC
    Indian Ingredients and Brands That Will Transform Your Skin There’s no denying it, Indian ingredients are changing mainstream beauty. (Originally published on Beautyocracy.com, 2022) When speaking about Indian beauty rituals, the word “ancient” is often used. It’s common to refer to ingredients and practices that developed over centuries as if…

  4. SIX LIGHTWEIGHT MOISTURIZING SERUMS FOR SUMMER (AND ALL SKIN TYPES)

    2023-05-06 03:29:10 UTC
    Six Lightweight Moisturizing Serums for Summer (and All Skin Types) Year-round ways to moisturize without the weight. (Originally published on Beautyocracy.com, August 2022) The arrival of sunshine, long days, and a warm breeze can sometimes turn elaborate skincare routines into an afterthought. Layering multiple products can feel wholly unnecessary in…

  5. SIX SERUMS MADE FOR WOMEN OF COLOR

    2023-05-06 03:29:03 UTC
    Six Serums Made for Women of Color to Add to Your Cabinet ASAP Luxury formulas made by and for women of color that actually work. (Originally published on Beautyocracy.com, June 2022) For the longest time, finding the right serum was a guessing game based on reviews and choosing the prettiest…

  6. 6 MUST TRY MOISTURIZING CLEANSERS FOR ALL SKIN TYPES

    2023-05-06 03:28:55 UTC
    6 Must Try Moisturizing Cleansers for All Skin Types These gamechanging formulations won’t leave you feeling dry. (Originally published on Beautyocracy.com, 2022) Cleansers have come a long way! A tendency towards anti-oil and moisture-stripping products has eased in presence, and there’s now a plethora of options for a variety of…

  7. A GUIDE TO THE MOST INDULGENT BIPOC-OWNED BODY CARE PRODUCTS

    2023-05-06 03:28:49 UTC
    A Guide to the Most Indulgent BIPOC-Owned Body Care Products Self-care essentials for extending skincare beyond your face. (Originally published on Beautyocracy.com, 2022) Skincare for the face has been a primary focus for ages. There are a plethora of options: an endless selection of serums, essences, toners, creams, and cleansers…

  8. THE INNOVATORS BLENDING BEAUTY AND SCIENCE

    2023-05-06 03:28:43 UTC
    The Innovators Blending Beauty & Science BIPOC founders are changing the whole skincare game. (Originally published on Beautyocracy.com, June 2022) The conscious pairing of beauty with science has become a large focus for consumers who want to know the exact justification behind using specific ingredients and the claims associated with…

  9. 11 FAN FAVORITE MISTS THAT WILL COMPLETELY TRANSFORM YOUR SKIN ROUTINE

    2023-05-06 03:28:22 UTC
    11 Fan Favorite Mists That Will Completely Transform Your Skin Routine Once you add this step, you’ll never go back. (Originally published on Beautyocracy.com, September 2022) Having a well-suited toner or mist in your arsenal can be a deeply underappreciated tool with a wide variety of benefits. There are an…

  10. INTERVIEW: JAZMIN GUERRERO OF BECALIA BOTANICALS

    2023-05-06 03:24:46 UTC
    Interview: Founder Jazmin Guerrero of Becalia Botanicals on why self-care rituals are a clear path to connecting with your ancestry Skincare is a powerful tool for reconnection. (Originally published on Beautyocracy.com, October 2022) Becalia Botanicals founder Jazmin Guerrero relates skincare to ancestry through and through. She believes part of the…

  11. SUSTAINABLE INCENSE

    2021-04-22 23:18:00 UTC
    Scent and smoke have increased in popularity, resulting in there being a beautiful range of options available in decadent packaging and interesting blends. I indulge in these, but can find a lot of incense to be expensive and I go through them fast. Other challenges are the issues of cultural…

  12. FASHION PUBLICATIONS AND CRINGEWORTHY ATTEMPTS AT INCLUSION

    2021-02-26 17:30:00 UTC
    I still remember when I came across this cover. I was at the drugstore and it stopped me dead in my tracks, “An Indian model on the cover of a Canadian fashion magazine?” Something I had never witnessed before. Then I noticed the headline. The excitement dissipated and my heart…

  13. THE CLEAN BEAUTY INDUSTRY IS NOT INCLUSIVE

    2020-06-08 23:00:00 UTC
    For most people of color, this title won’t come as a shock. It’s no secret that the clean beauty space is not centered around the needs of black and brown people, nor does it try to be. The industry extensively demonstrates its alignment with lavish white lifestyles, products that are…

  14. THE LAISSEZ-FAIRE LIP IS BACK

    2020-02-06 01:09:00 UTC
    (Originally published in Dress To Kill Magazine, February 2020) (A bold and rough around the edges, glossy lip stole the show at Louis Vuitton.) A long-term, liquid matte fixation (pun intended) has left many lips parched and crying for a change, inevitably leading to beauty trends jumping to the other…

  15. INNER AND OUTER BEAUTY SUPPLEMENTS FOR THE NEW YEAR

    2020-01-06 00:56:00 UTC
    (Originally published in Dress To Kill Magazine, January 2020) A new wave of supplements and superfoods are taking the wellness industry by storm, arriving in fresh formats and flavours that are quickly qualifying them as top shelf material. This assortment of attractively-presented offerings, geared towards both health and beauty, has…

  16. WINTER SKIN CARE TECHNIQUES

    2019-12-20 01:36:26 UTC
    The way that I approach my skin drastically changed in the last few years. Prior to that, I was wary of any rich or oily textures, and, in turn, experienced a lot of dryness, tightness and flaking during the winter months. I remember I was so oil-phobic that I would…

  17. CLEAN MAKEUP FOR PRO KITS

    2019-12-03 02:11:16 UTC
    I was recently asked what my “clean beauty journey” has been. It’s interesting to look back and see the steps that I’ve taken, either consciously or not, to incorporate more clean choices into both my personal routines and professional life. I don’t think I would’ve ever imagined that my focus…

  18. THE NEW LUXURY - CLEAN BEAUTY HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

    2019-12-02 00:44:00 UTC
    (Originally published in Dress To Kill Magazine, December 2019) There’s no denying it, clean beauty now rivals classic luxury as the go-to for indulgent self-care. This holiday season, expect to see these rising and soon-to-be mainstream brands on everyone’s list. From unisex skincare to unconventional hair care, the line between…

  19. LIGHTWEIGHT SKIN CARE

    2019-11-06 00:20:05 UTC
    When first approaching natural and clean skin care, the rich and oily consistencies that dominate the selection can come as a shock. Many of us grew up being exposed to relentless advertising praising oil-free and lightweight products, and have developed a sturdy case of oil-phobia when it comes to anything…

  20. FIRST POST (OF MANY)

    2019-11-05 00:33:00 UTC
    It took me a long time to decide whether I could consistently put effort into a blog. I wanted to make sure that I was clear on my message and that it had an authentic purpose. A purpose that fulfilled me on many levels, and had something unique to offer…
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