Category Archives: beauty

Only In A Woman’s World: Frito Lay Goes Girly

Posted on March 22, 2009 by Renee

There I was happily watching CNN this morning when they reported that women are now no longer seen as a niche market.  It seems that the recession depression has largely effected men and companies are now realizing that it is … Continue reading →

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Confronting Hyper Sexuality In The Black Community

Posted on February 5, 2009 by Renee

As the mother of a young child who is approaching his tween years, thoughtful consideration of our social dialogue as it relates to sex and sexuality has been of great personal concern. Along with assuring that my child receives accurate … Continue reading →

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PETA, You Just Make It So Easy

Posted on August 17, 2008 by Holly

When many people hear someone start talking about PETA, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, many of their minds immediately start freaking out, sending out red flags and wanting to scream ‘NOOOOOO’ at the top of their lungs. The … Continue reading →

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You’re Just Not Pretty Enough

Posted on August 13, 2008 by Holly

What’s the difference between the two girls pictured above? Well, the little girl on the left, seven year old Yang Peiyi, sang a rendition of “Ode to the Motherland” to be performed at the opening ceremony of the Olympics. The … Continue reading →

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The True Price of Beauty is Needles in Your Face

Posted on June 27, 2008 by Holly

I have been a big fan of Target Women done by Sarah Haskins who has developed quite the following with her hilarious and spot on humor about products and media targeted at women. So far, Sarah Haskins has brought us … Continue reading →

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