I have talked a lot about the struggles that diasporic Asians face, but it’s time we initiate a discussion around how these binds metaphorically and literally shape a racialized body. There is a ...

What is Asian beauty, and what does it mean to you? That’s one of several questions we posed to 16 industry influencers and entrepreneurs within the Asian diaspora. With the increased popularity and ...

I’m a beauty journalist of over 15 years, and I’m South Asian. Yes, two very separate identities, but the two are linked inextricably. Being South Asian, and growing up as a second generation Indian ...

We may receive a portion of sales if you purchase a product through a link in this article. 2023 concludes the dyanic, roaring Year of the Tiger and ushers in the Year of the Rabbit. In many Asian ...

Growing up Asian, I distinctly remember one of the beauty rituals my mom enforced: slathering my hair in coconut oil. To ensure my hair was shiny and strong, the chunky coconut lather sat on my head ...

Beauty and fashion have always evolved with time, intrinsically linked, with fashion extending self-expression and beauty providing the foundation. Concepts of beauty have constantly shifted, shaped ...

"We come in different shades and we wanted to make it easier for our customers to find their match, even adding colors like blue to make the current shades cooler, orange, to add warmth, and so on," ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Beauty and wellness are as much a part of South Asian culture ...