Let’s make beauty – fair for all

How important is it for us to set a healthy standard of beauty for our girls? 11th Grader Anaya Mohanty explores the colourist mindset and its change for the better in India. Even brands such as ‘Fair & Lovely’ have renamed themselves to ‘Glow & Lovely’ that encourage a healthy and positive mindset to promote acceptance of beauty in all skin tones.

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All colours matter

Why is it we judge people based on their skin colour? Is it fair for us to arrive at conclusions just because someone is fairer or darker than the other? Sheema Shireen gently uncovers India’s deeply ingrained colourist mindset plaguing our country for generations. She is hopeful that future generations will be kinder and more accepting of people from all colours and races living in harmony in a more equitable society for all.

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Can beauty products make our earth beautiful?

Vinisha Sidhwani sheds light on the evolution of makeup and beauty products and how it significantly impacts women to constantly look their best. While she decodes the feeling of inadequacy if we aren’t looking our best, she urges us to be conscious consumers. In our quest for looking flawless, glowing and beautiful, let us not forget to be conscious towards our environment and pick up products that are good for our planet as well.

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Breaking the misconceptions about Corsets

Ananya Sampath decodes the history and evolution of corsets and debunks the myths of corsets being ‘torture devices’. Did you know that corsets were actually a more practical garment that supported the back, and that’s why women have worn them for centuries? Corsets have a long history starting from the 16th century. Find out how WWI made women ditch the corsets and how even today, these garments have been listed as 2021’s most prominent fashion trend by Forbes. Interested much? We thought so…

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Does Positive Body Image impact men?

Does body image only impact women? Aren’t men affected by it too? Kavita Srivastava, does an in depth research on the idea of what an ideal body image should be based on societal standards, its effects on the mind that not only impacts women, but also men. She shares startling findings that you must know before you think anything negative about the way you look. Read on to find out more!

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Environmentally conscious skincare: Kainaaz Mehta, Founder, Ammara

The Lifestyle Portal welcomes Kainaaz Mehta, Founder of Ammara, known for its exclusive handcrafted boutique soaps and skincare products that are both safe for you and the planet. Here’s your chance to learn more about environmentally sustainable entrepreneurship at our 2nd Entrepreneurs’ Meetup in Pune.

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