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2 days ago
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31 Solutions To Dark Spots, Bumps, Fungus, And Other Human Issues We All Grapple With
A bottle of professional-grade callus-removing gel when you want downright mesmerizing results in a matter of minutes. It hydrates your skin so your feet are free of calluses *and* feel smooth as a baby's bottom. The best part? You won't have to pay for an unpleasant visit to the nail salon. Gold Bond's firming neck and chest cream to give your skin a huge gulp of hydration. This fragrance-free formula is loaded with aloe, salicylic acid, and jojoba oil to help improve your skin's texture and elasticity so it's smoother and more supple! Reviewers can't get over how fast it works. A "why didn't I try this sooner?" teeth-whitening pen that can help banish stubborn stains from wine, coffee, and tea that you've tried literally everything else on. It's painless, effective, *and* mint-flavored! SweatBlock antiperspirant wipes if sweaty pits are ruining your day, every single day. Give your armpits a swipe before bed, wash them in the morning, and you could potentially enjoy up to seven (!!!) days of bliss with less sweat. An easy-to-apply fungal nail renewal formula because there is indeed a solution to that funky toenail that's been bothering you. It targets fungal nail damage and may help with the discoloration, thickness, and brittleness you wish would disappear. Good Molecules Yerba Mate Wake Up Eye Gel, aka eyeball fuel so you can keep those lovely "you look tired" comments at bay. This cult-fave beauty find can help reduce swelling and puffiness around the eyes with hyaluronic acid and caffeine. Kojic Acid Dark Spot Remover Soap with truly magical results that'll leave your jaw on the floor. It uses hyaluronic acid, shea butter, vitamin E, and Castile olive oil to hydrate and soothe skin while minimizing dark spots, sun damage, and blemishes. I Dew Care dry shampoo powder — it'll help revive limp, greasy hair and add some much-needed volume. This hypoallergenic powder is made with black ginseng and biotin to absorb oil, sweat, and dirt so locks stay fresh longer! Mighty Patches, which are ~tiny but mighty~ and use hydrocolloid to help draw the gunk out of relentless zits that won't quit. Stick one on at bedtime and behold the amazing results upon waking. Reviewers also love that you can hardly tell you're wearing one! And a pack of cold sore healing patches made with hydrocolloid to jumpstart the healing process. These ultra-thin patches are hardly noticeable and can help with pain relief, scabbing, and blistering. See ya never, cold sores!! An after-sex sponge that'll have you feeling *much* more prepared for that uncomfortable but inevitable leakage that occurs after sex. All you have to do is insert it, give it a good twirl, and throw it away when you're done. A wart-removing gel so shockingly effective, you'll be rubbing your eyes in disbelief. It contains salicylic acid to help dry out those growths *and* it comes with waterproof patches for an effective, no-mess solution. Or wart-removing pads you can put on those pesky growths you've been struggling with. Apply the medicated pads like bandages and they'll help shrink it. Replace every 48 hours until the wart goes POOF! A stainless-steel blackhead spatula if you wish you could experience that post-facial glow a lil' more often without actually paying for a pricey facial. This can unclog pores via high-frequency vibrations. Each cycle lasts five minutes before it automatically turns off. Bonus: Your skincare products will be better absorbed after using it! Cosrx Snail Mucin 96% Power Repairing Essence — believe it or not, snails have the healing touch. Reviewers love how well it works to fade dark spots, smooth fine lines, and heal acne scars. Bonus: This refreshing formula can be used on all skin types! A two-pack of "flossing toothbrushes" when you wanna remove those annoying food particles stuck between your teeth. These not-so-ordinary brushes have multilayer bristles that act as strong pieces of floss to get in there REAL good. Mielle's (TikTok-famous) Rosemary Mint strengthening oil, which is a biotin-infused formula to help strengthen hair, smooth split ends, and hydrate dry scalps. It promotes growth at the root and is perf for 3A–4C hair types. Reviewers swear by it for eyebrows, too! OR some sulfate-free Biotin shampoo made with botanical extracts to help thicken and hydrate your hair if that's your preference. It also clarifies and removes product buildup! If you're not a fan of taking supplements and hoping it'll fix thinning hair, try this! Anua Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil if you love results you can *actually* see. This stuff removes all traces of makeup and sucks sebum from your pores so that your skin is visibly clearer and smoother. If clogged pores are your main complaint, this stuff is for you! First Aid Beauty's KP Bump Eraser Body Scrub Exfoliant that'll leave you with the smooth, healthy skin you've been dreaming of thanks to glycolic and lactic acids. No more dry patches or bumps killing your mood! Reviewers with keratosis pilaris and other similar skin textures swear by it. An easy-to-use ear washer bottle — a safe *and* effective cleaning method instead for anyone who struggles with ear wax buildup, blockages, and impaction. Now you can manage this persistent problem at home instead of avoiding it! Bio-Oil with such a long list of benefits, you'll never run out of uses for it! It uses vitamins E and A to help even your skin tone, fade stretch marks, and reduce the appearance of acne scars. It absorbs super quickly so it won't feel heavy or greasy, either. A reviewer-beloved anti-dandruff shampoo to help keep your hair free of those bothersome flakes you want so badly to be free of. Apply it to wet hair, lather it up, then rinse thoroughly. It's formulated with 1% ketoconazole to kill the fungus that causes dandruff! A top-rated, alcohol-free oral rinse, which can assist in the fight against bad breath for 24 hours and doesn't have a super strong taste that lingers OR burns. Put down the mints and pick up the rinse! And a pair of stainless-steel tongue scrapers so you can kick stale breath and leave your mouth with a fresh, clean feeling. All that gunk living on the surface of your tongue = GONE! No one will be offering you an unsolicited stick of gum anytime soon. A bottle of signature Fur Oil that'll help relieve the painful redness and irritation that inevitably occurs after shaving. This gentle blend of jojoba oil and grape seed oil will soften and cleanse your pubic hair and skin while helping to prevent annoying ingrowns and razor burns. Veet's sensitive hair removal gel — removing unwanted hair doesn't have to be the most tedious task in the world. This hydrating cream gently removes hair and helps reduce the chance of painful ingrowns. Apply evenly, wait 5 to 10 minutes, remove it with the spatula, then rinse. Silicone Kegel weights if you're ready to take charge of your health down there. It's great for Kegel newbies and can help with incontinence, especially if you've given birth recently. It's also ideal for anyone who wants more enjoyable *and* less painful sex. A tube of antiperspirant hand cream when you're tired of accepting clammy hands as an unfortunate fact of life. Not anymore! A few dabs of this nongreasy formula in the morning and at night will help get those sweaty palms under control. Seamless bra liners because even though it's a perfectly normal bodily function, it's also perfectly normal to wish it would go away FOREVER. These are made from a soft cotton and bamboo blend to help absorb moisture and prevent discomfort from painful underwire. An anti-bacterial butt acne-clearing lotion, which is made with tea tree oil to help soothe and prevent future breakouts. Your bum needs some lovin' too! Trust me, your cheeks will thank you.
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6 days ago
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36 Products To Help Solve Annoying Body Problems
A pack of cold sore healing patches made with hydrocolloid to help you get a jumpstart on the healing process. These ultra-thin patches are hardly noticeable and can help with pain relief, scabbing, and blistering. See ya never, cold sores!! A fungal nail renewal treatment so you don't have to deal with annoying toenail fungus for a moment longer. This stuff helps treat fungal nail damage and may help with the discoloration, thickness, and brittleness associated with it. Catrice "Instant Awake" Under Eye Brightener that'll help liven up your tired eyes with a lightweight formula that delivers superb coverage in just a few swipes. This tinted concealer contains hyaluronic acid and shea butter that may also help reduce dark circles over time. Laneige's Neo Blurring Powder when you wanna instantly matte-ify your face and get rid of that oily layer! It'll also help you skin maintain its natural glow thanks to the blue hyaluronic acid. It even comes in a mess-free, travel-friendly case so you can take it on the go. SweatBlock antiperspirant wipes if sweaty pits are ruining your day, every single day. Give your armpits a swipe before bed, wash them in the morning, and you could potentially enjoy up to seven days of bliss with reduced sweat. A "why didn't I try this sooner?" teeth-whitening pen to help banish those relentless stains from wine, coffee, and tea that you've tried literally everything else on. It's painless, effective, *and* mint-flavored! Kojic Acid Dark Spot Remover Soap with truly magical results that'll leave your jaw on the floor. It uses hyaluronic acid, shea butter, vitamin E, and Castile olive oil to hydrate and soothe skin while minimizing dark spots, sun damage, and blemishes. I Dew Care dry shampoo powder — it'll help revive limp, greasy hair and add some much-needed volume. This hypoallergenic powder absorbs oil, sweat, and dirt so locks stay fresh longer. No one will have a clue that you're extending time between washes when your hair looks THIS good. A piercing bump solution because you didn't go through the pain of a piercing for a pesky keloid to steal the spotlight! This formula is rich in oils, including jojoba, grape seed, and rose to help gradually reduce bumps and scars over time. A two-pack of "flossing toothbrushes" for reducing those stubborn food particles stuck between your teeth. These not-so-ordinary brushes have multilayer bristles that act as strong pieces of floss to get in there REAL good. A nose hair wax kit that'll quickly remove rogue nostril hairs *without* it ending in a face full of tears. It has everything you need to remove the hair and keep it gone for up to four weeks. I know it seems too good to be true, but dozens of reviewers swear this is the most painless option they've tried! Mighty Patches, which are ~tiny but mighty~ and use hydrocolloid to help draw the gunk out of bothersome zits. These may also prevent you from picking your face, which lowers your chances of scarring. Stick one on at bedtime and behold the amazing results upon waking. Reviewers also love that you can hardly tell you're wearing one! And some six-hour hydrocolloid-filled nose patches — these tackle excess oil, irritating pimples, and enlarged pores for the larger area in one fell swoop (vs using multiple smaller ones). Plus, you'll get immense satisfaction from peeling off the patch to reveal all the stuff that was clinging to your skin. A facial hair trimmer so you can stop enduring the slow, painful agony of tweezers and remove unwanted hair in one fell swoop. If you're someone who prefers no facial hair, this electric trimmer will get the job done quickly *and* painlessly. Or these tiny dermaplaning razors to help eliminate stray hairs or peach fuzz *and* reduce your chances of missing a spot. They leave your skin feeling silky-soft, which can help your skincare products absorb better and allow for smooth, seamless makeup application! A bottle of professional-grade callus-removing gel if you want mesmerizing results in a matter of minutes. It hydrates your skin so your feet are free of calluses *and* feel smooth as a baby's bottom. The best part? You won't have to pay for a less-than-pleasant visit to your manicurist. And a foot file so you can finish the job and obtain the baby-soft footsies you've been chasing. Instead of going to the nail salon for rough calluses or cracked skin, rub this file on your feet and watch the dead skin fall right off. Cosrx Snail Mucin 96% Power Repairing Essence because believe it or not, snails have the healing touch. It's no wonder so many reviewers love it for treating annoying skin probs, like acne, inflammation, peeling, fine lines, and more. Btw, this refreshing formula can be used on all skin types! Sulfate-free Biotin shampoo made with botanical extracts to help thicken and hydrate your hair if that's your preference. It also clarifies and removes product buildup! If you're not a fan of taking supplements and hoping it'll fix thinning hair, try this! First Aid Beauty's KP Bump Eraser Body Scrub Exfoliant for achieving the smooth, healthy skin you've always wanted. No more dry patches or bumps killing your mood! Reviewers with keratosis pilaris and other similar skin textures swear by it. Demora's foot exfoliation mask if you're ready to treat your feet to the gift of super smooth skin — no more rough calluses making you wildly uncomfortable. Put 'em on, get comfy for an hour, then get ready for the big reveal as you shed dead skin over the next few days. A blackhead scrub stick that'll help get rid of excess sebum and other impurities that might be clogging your precious pores. After cleansing, rub it on your face to exfoliate *and* eliminate irritating blackheads and whiteheads! Bio-Oil — it has such a long list of benefits, you'll never run out of uses for it! It can help even your skin tone, fade stretch marks, and reduce the appearance of acne scars. It absorbs super quickly so it won't feel heavy or greasy, either. An exfoliating scrub mitt for ~super smooth~ skin without harsh chemicals or rough dry brushes. Regular exfoliation is great for reducing those annoying probs, like bumps and ingrown hairs. A vegan ingrown hair oil to help relieve the painful redness and irritation that inevitably occurs after shaving. It contains skin-softening jojoba seed oil and anti-inflammatory tea tree oil so you can kiss razor burn and ingrown hairs goodbye. Revlon Volcanic Face Roller so you can minimize the unwelcome shiny, oily layer that suddenly appears after doing your makeup. This magical tool will absorb it with just a few swipes. No extra powder required! An anti-bacterial butt acne-clearing lotion because your bum needs some love too! This formula is rich in tea tree oil to help soothe and prevent future breakouts. Trust me, your cheeks will thank you. O'Keeffe's Lip Repair for healing the dry, cracked, and/or chapped lips you've been struggling with. If you're already familiar with the brand's famous Working Hands cream, you know it's the real deal. Why not give your pout the same royal treatment while you sleep? Some wart-removing pads infused with salicylic acid that'll help blast away those pesky growths you've been struggling with. Apply the medicated pads like bandages and they'll help shrink it. Replace every 48 hours until the wart goes POOF! Veet's sensitive hair removal gel — removing unwanted hair doesn't have to be the most annoying task in the world. This hydrating cream gently removes hair and helps reduce the chance of painful ingrowns after the fact. Apply evenly, wait 5 to 10 minutes, remove it with the spatula, rinse it off, and voilà! Truremedy Naturals Remedy Tea Tree Oil Body Wash made with aloe, mint, and tea tree soap for lessening those common skin annoyances that won't quit like rashes, acne, and dry or cracked skin. It also smells absolutely wonderful on account of the coconut, olive, and jojoba oils! A set of silicone Kegel weights if you wanna take charge of your health down there. It's great for Kegel newbies and can help with incontinence, especially if you've given birth recently. It's also ideal for anyone who wants more enjoyable *and* less painful sex. A stainless-steel tongue scraper to help conquer stale breath and leave your mouth with a fresh, clean feeling. No one will be offering you an unsolicited stick of gum anytime soon! And for good measure, an alcohol-free oral rinse — it helps fight bad breath for 24 hours and doesn't have a super strong taste that lingers. Put down the mints and pick up the rinse! A physician-designed earwax remover, a safe *and* effective cleaning method for anyone who needs help with earwax buildup, blockages, and impaction. Now you can potentially solve the problem at home without having to dread the in-person visit you might've had to schedule. Or an earwax removal kit made with carbamide peroxide so you can draw out stubborn wax. The results may make ya queasy, but you'll think twice about sticking cotton swabs in your ear again!
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21-07-2025
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35 Affordable Beauty Buys People Will Ask You About
Nivea skin-firming gel cream helps firm up loose skin and skin texture (think post–weight loss and post-partum) with Q10, an ingredient you'll likely start hearing a LOT more about soon. Reviewers say it's great for the face and stomach, but is also quite transformative for necks and thighs. Gold Bond's firming neck and chest cream *gently* hydrates, exfoliates, and tightens the skin that's more sensitive than the rest of your body but less sensitive than the skin on your face. This makes for a lovely, quite effective in-between formula packed with aloe, salicylic acid, and jojoba oil in a formula that reviewers say works just as well as much pricier creams. A cheap but incredibly effective instant foot peeling spray in case your at-home pedis aren't quite hitting or you can't make it to the salon before it's time to start wearing sandals. It'll painlessly remove dead skin and help moisturize cracked heels so you won't have to put off slipping your old dogs into your trusty Birks for the season. Or if your callus needs could be described as "industrial strength," a bottle of professional-grade callus-removing gel gives professional pedicure results at home if scrubbing, soaking, and filing have failed you. Kojic Acid Dark Spot Remover Soap lightens darkened skin areas (without feeling like you've lost several layers of skin) thanks to a formula of hyaluronic acid, vitamin E, shea butter, and Castile olive oil. Time to give this a go for that dark spot on your cheek that never quite seems to get completely masked by your makeup. (It's also great for areas that see less daylight, like armpits, inner thighs, and along your bikini line.) A Kerasal fungal nail renewal formula helps thicken nails and reduce discoloration so you can get back to slipping your old dogs into your beloved Birks for the season. Yes, sneakers are in for wearing with every outfit imaginable in 2025, but sometimes you wanna wiggle your (non-fungal) toes in the sunlight. Note that reviewers said they sometimes noticed improvement within a mere few days. A tinted lip balm you'd SWEAR is Clinique's $25 "Almost Lipstick" Black Honey due to the lovely, sophisticated hue it'll turn your lips. This is great for people who 1) always want a little lip color, 2) hate a sticky feel, and 3) love a bargain. Lottabody's Coconut Oil Foaming Curl Mousse helps your curls, waves, or straight locks get a little more definition and a lot less frizz. Get ready for a queue of folks to ask you, "Why don't you wear your hair curly more often?!" Burt's Bees after-sun soothing lotion because sometimes you get sunburned even when you think you're being great about reapplying sunblock. Or maybe you just recruited your laziest friend to help you reapply on your back. Both are highly possible but you can help recover a little faster (and shock said friend) with this stuff. Catrice "Instant Awake" Under Eye Brightener is a quick, easy fix for concealing and brightening your under-eye dark circles because you don't wanna have to do a full face every single day. This "invisible" coverage oft gets compared to the $33 Becca version. Good Molecules Pineapple Exfoliating Powder made with natural rice starches and pineapple, kiwi, and papaya extracts that'll foam up and *gently* polish skin, giving you similar results to the $68 Dermalogica version. You can use it up to four times a week to see (and feel) the benefits without harsh scrubs or panicking a little bit at your Ulta total. Plus, Good Molecules Yerba Mate Wake Up Eye Gel. Reviewers swear that this works just as well as $$$ eye creams at minimizing puffiness and swelling thanks to a powerhouse duo of caffeine and hyaluronic acid. An Elizavecca hair treatment gives you "rich girl hair" thanks to its collagen and ceramide 3 formula. And it'll take just a few minutes of your time, like as little as five minutes post-shampoo. Because time is money, money is power, and power is pizza. (In case you were curious, lots of reviewers say they prefer it over $$$ Olaplex.) Essence's Lash Princess mascara makes for a super dramatic before and after with a few mere swipes. Plus, there's the "Eh, might as well add to cart" price that can't be beat! E.l.f. Lash Xtndr Tubing Mascara is far superior (IMO) to pricier versions. Seriously, just try this! It's so good that I'm currently on my [redacted] tube. Monday Haircare Dry Shampoo buys you some more time between washes without weighing down your hair or feeling like you dunked your head into your kids' sandbox. (Congrats on that new nightmare scenario.) Aside from absorbing oil, the formula also has keratin to help protect against frizz and breakage. Oh, and there's a lovely gardenia scent. Mise En Scene Perfect Serum, a K-beauty product that's probably come across your radar for its stunning before-and-after results *and* lower price tag than a comparable $46 Gisou hair oil. Locking down a cheap(er) but transformative hair oil will soften the blow of putting off having your split ends snipped off for a few more months. L'Oréal Paris BB Cream neutralizes redness, primes your skin for foundation, *and* moisturizes so you'll be g2g after application of just this OR with a quick layer of foundation afterward! Gotta love a multitasking pro. Venus Visage Teeth Whitening Pens you easily apply and let sit a minute or two to dry. Buh-bye annoying strips and coffee stains. A stick of Gold Bond Friction Defense stops chafing caused by sweat before it even starts. It's sooo good and the biggest bang for your buck in the stick-form chafe-prevention category. I have thick thighs and swear by it! Olay Super Serum Body Wash has niacinamide, shea butter, and collagen peptides in a formula made to provide 24-hour hydration so you don't have to slather on tons of lotion post-shower just to avoid feeling like a dehydrated dinosaur. A "Soft" perfume rollerball that's definitely made an appearance or five in your FYP scroll. It's only $5 and smells totally delightful (it gets compared to sweet treats like waffle cones). BUT! That's not the only reason to love it. It reminds reviewers of the $65 bottle of Pink Sugar 👀 and layers like a dream. Or a Creamy Coconut fragrance rollerball is verrrry close to the $25 Sol de Janeiro fragrance. Even if your immediate plans don't entail sitting on a beach and drinking out of an actual coconut, you can still catch a whiff of the island vibe with this sweet scent. Essence's Drop of Sunshine Bronzing Drops helps you fake that you spent the weekend taking in the sunshine instead of sick and holed up on your couch catching up on all the horror movies you've been meaning to watch. And at $33 cheaper than the Drunk Elephant version, you might just go ahead and invest in a second or third bottle now. Reviewers say it's super hydrating and buildable! A set of sunscreen reminder stickers pair with your body sunscreen so there's someone besides you and your pal who're wading in the waves to remind you that, uh, yes, you do need to reapply! Oh and they last for 12 hours. Once a sticker turns colors, it's time to reapply. Your beach buds are going to ask how you time is *just* right for reapplication. You can slip 'em some of these stickers! The Saem Iceland Hydrating Eye Stick is a cooling eye stick made with *actual* Icelandic glacial water to quickly depuff your tired under eyes. Oh, and it just feels really, really refreshing. OGX Locking + Coconut Curls Air Dry Cream is a great, affordable scrunch-and-go option with legions of fans to back up that claim. This'll provide more time for hammock reading than hair styling. Win-win. Sliick Ingrown Rescue Solution halts painful (and unsightly) ingrown hairs before you realize they've rudely shown up on your first beach day of the year, no matter how you're DIY-ing hair removal. AND it's half the price of holy grail Tend Skin! Just pass your bestie who also used a razor last minute a link to this magic potion. Self-Tanner whips up some super-easy-to-apply color that'll develop in an hour. No need to book a (costly) spray tan appointment. (Psst, reviewers who've previously sworn by St. Tropez products have made the switch!) E.l.f. Halo Glow Liquid Filter frees up a bit of coin if you've been eyeing Charlotte Tilbury's Hollywood Flawless Filter as a glow-getter on a budget. This stuff has hyaluronic acid and squalane to give you that lit-from-within for less than the cost of a pricey chopped salad from that place beside your office. A multipurpose blush stick helps you easily create the lovely watercolor blush trend. Y'know what's even lovelier? Paying $7 for this instead of the $18 Pixi Beauty version so you can build and blend color to your heart's content. E.l.f.'s Holy Hydration! Thirst Burst Drops made to help plump up (hydrating hibiscus complex and hyaluronic acid) and brighten (niacinamide) your complexion for similar results to the $35 Glow Recipe Watermelon Dew Drops. Reviewers say it works great alone *or* mixed in with foundation. Dossier's "Ambery Vanilla" perfume because you thought about shelling out for YSL's Black Opium but your budget said no despite all your other perfume bottles being on empty. A Briotech spray helps soothe rosacea, eczema, rashes, sunburns, and other skin irritations for when your skin is just not cooperating thanks to hypochlorous acid (it's in your white blood cells and helps soothe inflammation). Tower 28 SOS Daily Rescue Spray is also what some call a miracle in a bottle. But Briotech is in a cheaper bottle. Exfoliating skincare mitts gets between you and your excess dead skin and particles while you use it a couple of times a month. (It's that good so you don't have to use it often!) I have a similar one and using it *before* I shaved my legs recently made my legs DRAMATICALLY smoother.
Black America Web
12-07-2025
- Politics
- Black America Web
EJI's Yearly Calendar Sheds Light On America's Hidden History Of Racial Injustice
Source: Equal Justice Initiative / Photo courtesy of the Equal Justice Initiative The Equal Justice Initiative (EJI), a non-profit challenging racial and economic injustice, has created an eye-opening calendar filled with the untold stories of America's insidious racial inequality legacy. Spanning over two centuries—from the 1800s through the 2000s—the EJI's 'A History of Racial Injustice' calendar is a powerful digital tool designed to shed light on critical but often overlooked moments in American history. Each day, the virtual calendar highlights an event with historical significance, providing richly detailed narratives and easy sharing options to spark reflection and dialogue. For those seeking a tangible version, EJI's award-winning wall calendar serves as a valuable educational resource, ideal for classrooms, community centers, offices, and homes. Both formats aim to deepen public understanding of America's legacy of racial injustice and help chart a path toward truth and repair. Among this month's notable entries is the 2016 death of Philando Castile. On July 6, Mr. Castile was fatally shot during a routine traffic stop in Falcon Heights, Minnesota, by former law officer Jeronimo Yanez. Although Mr. Castile legally owned a firearm and calmly informed the officer he had it, he was shot multiple times at close range, with his fiancée and her four-year-old daughter in the car. The shooting sparked national outrage and added to the ongoing calls for police accountability and justice in the face of systemic violence against the Black community. Today, July 11, also marks the painful anniversary of another chapter in America's long resistance to racial equality. On this day in 1954, white residents in Indianola, Mississippi, formed the first White Citizens' Council, just weeks after the landmark Brown v. Board of Education decision. While less openly violent than the Ku Klux Klan, these so-called 'Uptown KKK' groups used economic coercion, intimidation, and political power to prevent school desegregation and maintain white supremacy. The White Citizens' Councils were led by businessmen, pastors, and civic leaders who weaponized respectability and social standing to retaliate against those—Black or white—who supported integration. In South Carolina, 17 Black parents were fired or evicted after signing a pro-integration petition. In Mississippi, the Yazoo County council published the names of petition signers in a newspaper ad, leading to job loss, harassment, and the eventual collapse of the local NAACP chapter. Though the councils claimed to reject violence, their impact was devastating. Their tactics proved so effective that by the fall of 1960—six years after Brown —every Black child in the five Deep South states still attended segregated schools. Even by the 1964–65 school year, fewer than 3% of Black children in the South attended integrated schools. In states like Alabama and Mississippi, that number hovered below 1%. EJI's calendar invites us to engage with these stories, not as distant relics of the past, but as living truths that continue to shape our present. By confronting this history, we open the door to understanding, accountability, along with 'truth and reconciliation.' The EJI added in a statement, 'As a nation, we have not yet acknowledged our history of racial injustice, including the genocide of Native people, the legacy of slavery and racial terror, and the legally supported abuse of racial minorities. When we engage truthfully with our history, we are better equipped to address contemporary issues ranging from mass incarceration, immigration, and human rights to how we think and talk about cultural moments and icons.' Take a look at the EJI's ' A History of Racial Injustice' calendar here. SEE MORE: Activists Kick Off Criminal Justice Reform Festival In Philadelphia The Legacy Of 'Good Trouble' SEE ALSO EJI's Yearly Calendar Sheds Light On America's Hidden History Of Racial Injustice was originally published on
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05-07-2025
- Health
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37 Solutions To Personal Issues You Don't Wanna Discuss
A lightweight gel cream from Nivea enriched with Q10, which can help improve your skin's firmness over time with regular use — in as little as two weeks, to be exact! This non-greasy, fast-absorbing formula will leave your parched skin feeling softer and more moisturized with each use. Many reviewers confirm they saw results in a matter of weeks! Good Molecules Yerba Mate Wake Up Eye Gel, better known as eyeball fuel so you no longer have to suffer through endless "you look tired" comments. This cult-fave beauty find can help reduce swelling and puffiness around the eyes with hyaluronic acid and caffeine. A surprisingly effective *and* affordable instant foot peeling spray if you want baby-soft footsies but don't have the time OR patience to go to the salon for a pricey pedicure. Just spray onto clean, dry feet and rub away dead skin. For an ~extra~ peeling effect, use an exfoliating mitt! Or this professional-grade callus-removing gel for downright mesmerizing results in a matter of minutes. It hydrates your skin so your feet are free of calluses *and* feel smooth as a baby's bottom. The best part? You won't have to pay for a less-than-pleasant visit to your manicurist. A collagen-infused butt mask to shake up your skincare game in ways you couldn't imagine. It adds much-needed moisture to dehydrated skin and leaves it feeling plump and refreshed. Your butt cheeks a lil' TLC sometimes too! Kojic Acid Dark Spot Remover Soap with truly magical results that'll leave your jaw on the floor. It uses hyaluronic acid, shea butter, vitamin E, and Castile olive oil to hydrate and soothe skin while minimizing dark spots, sun damage, and blemishes. Mielle's (TikTok-famous) Rosemary Mint strengthening oil, a biotin-infused formula to help strengthen hair, smooth split ends, and hydrate dry scalps. It promotes growth at the root and is perf for 3A–4C hair types. Reviewers swear by it for eyebrows, too! Or some sulfate-free Biotin shampoo, which contains botanical extracts that can help thicken and hydrate your hair if that's your preference. It also clarifies and removes product buildup! If you're not a fan of taking supplements and hoping it'll fix thinning hair, give this a try. A doctor-recommended Squatty Potty you'll never poop without after that first easy breezy BM, all thanks to a ~stool~. Changing your position while going #2 may prevent painful straining! And you won't even have to brave an in-person encounter. You're welcome. Gold Bond's firming neck and chest cream to give your skin a huge gulp of hydration while visibly improving its texture and elasticity. This fragrance-free formula is loaded with aloe, salicylic acid, and jojoba oil that'll help make your skin smoother and more supple! Reviewers are obsessed with how fast it works. Medicated, waterproof bandages so you no longer have to deal with that persistent growth that's been hanging around for an obscene amount of time. Apply the medicated pads like bandages and replace every 48 hours until it goes POOF! An exfoliating scrub mitt for achieving ~super smooth~ skin without harsh chemicals or rough dry brushes. Regular exfoliation is great for reducing other semi-embarrassing probs, like bumps and ingrown hairs. I Dew Care dry shampoo powder — it'll help revive limp, greasy hair and add some much-needed volume. This hypoallergenic powder absorbs oil, sweat, and dirt so locks stay fresh longer. No one will have a clue that you're extending time between washes when your hair looks THIS good. A quick-drying lotion you'll wonder how you ever survived without because it solves so many issues — I'm talking about thigh chafing, boob sweat, and other body areas that are prone to problematic rubbing and sweating. This fragrance-free formula turns into powder once applied to absorb wetness and minimize irritation so you can go about your day in peace. Bonus: It does all this *without* using aluminum or talc. Bravo! A fungal nail renewal treatment if you've been searching high and low for a solution to that funky toenail that's bugging you. This stuff helps treat fungal nail damage and may also help with the discoloration, thickness, and brittleness associated with it. Cosrx Snail Mucin 96% Power Repairing Essence because believe it or not, snails have the healing touch. It's no wonder so many reviewers love it for treating stubborn skin probs, like acne, inflammation, peeling, fine lines, and more. Btw, this refreshing formula can be used on all skin types! An earwax removal kit made with carbamide peroxide that can help draw out stubborn wax with ease. The results may make ya feel queasy, but you'll think twice about sticking cotton swabs in your ear again! If you regularly deal with clogged ears, this may be just what you need to end the suffering. A nose hair wax kit to quickly remove rogue nostril hairs *without* it ending in a face full of tears. It has everything you need to remove the hair and keep it gone for up to four weeks. I know it seems too good to be true, but dozens of reviewers swear this is the most painless option they've tried! Or this waterproof facial hair trimmer for anyone who can't stand stray hairs *anywhere* on their body but also wants a quick, painless solution that won't cost a fortune. Oh, and the best part? You can do it from the privacy of your own home! It's compact in size, so you can take it with you when you're on the go too. Mighty Patches, which are ~tiny but mighty~ and use hydrocolloid to help draw the gunk out of zits. These may also prevent you from picking your face, which lowers your chances of scarring. Stick one on at bedtime and behold the amazing results upon waking. Reviewers also love that you can hardly tell you're wearing one! A vegan ingrown hair oil when you're eager to relieve redness and irritation *without* having to endure an unpleasant conversation in the personal care aisle. It uses skin-softening jojoba seed oil and anti-inflammatory tea tree oil to help you kiss razor burn and ingrown hairs goodbye. A Briotech spray to calm angry, irritated skin with hypochlorous acid, which just so happens to be the same holy-grail ingredient used in the pricier Tower 28 SOS Daily Rescue Spray. Give yourself a spritz to help treat inflammation and reduce redness. It'll also strengthen the skin barrier, so think of it as a magical force field for your face! A reviewer-beloved anti-dandruff shampoo that'll help keep your hair free of those bothersome flakes you want so badly to be free of. Apply it to wet hair, lather it up, then rinse thoroughly. It's formulated with 1% ketoconazole to kill the fungus that causes dandruff! A set of tiny dermaplaning razors so you can eliminate stray hairs or peach fuzz *and* reduce your chances of missing a spot. They leave your skin feeling silky-smooth, which allows for super smooth, seamless makeup application! A stainless-steel blackhead spatula if you wish you could experience that post-facial glow a lil' more often without actually paying for a pricey facial — problem solved! This tool can help unclog pores via high-frequency vibrations. Each cycle lasts for five minutes before it automatically turns off. Bonus: Your skincare products will be better absorbed after using it! SweatBlock antiperspirant wipes when sweaty pits are ruining your day, every single day. Give your armpits a swipe before bed, wash them in the morning, and you could potentially enjoy up to seven days of bliss with less sweat. Plus, purchasing it online means you don't have to broadcast your sweaty pit problem to the world. A travel-size Poo-Pourri because once you've enjoyed the spray-before-you-go magic at home, you'll never wanna go anywhere without it. Now you don't have to awkwardly ask your friend if they have any air freshener spray after you go #2! Spray *before* you go and your worries will melt away. Hanalei Lip Treatment so you can finally repair your dehydrated, cracked lips that you once thought you'd suffer with forever. It uses a blend of Hawaiian kukui nut oil, antioxidant-rich agave, and grapeseed oils to moisturize and restore dry, damaged skin! A blackhead scrub stick to help target excess sebum and other impurities that might be clogging your precious pores. After cleansing, rub it on your face to exfoliate *and* eliminate stubborn blackheads and whiteheads! PanOxyl Antimicrobial Hydrating Acne Creamy Wash for anyone who's been dreaming of a world where the original formula would work on sensitive skin — your dream is now a reality! It's designed to *gently* clear up acne-causing bacteria and can be used on your WHOLE bod. It'll target existing breakouts and prevent future ones by lifting dirt from pores. A pair of stainless-steel tongue scrapers that can help kick stale breath and leave your mouth with a fresh, clean feeling. All that gunk living on the surface of your tongue = GONE! No one will be offering you an unsolicited stick of gum anytime soon. Plus, a top-rated, alcohol-free oral rinse, which will assist in the fight against bad breath for 24 hours and doesn't have a super strong taste that lingers OR burns. Put down the mints and pick up the rinse! Comfy period-proof underwear because who wants to keep spending money on pads/tampons and worrying about leaks? Reviewers find these to be way comfier than disposable products *and* they don't cost as much as leading brands. No long, off-putting stares from the cashier either! Silicone Kegel weights for taking charge of your health down there. It's great for Kegel newbies and can help with incontinence, especially if you've given birth recently. It's also ideal if you want more enjoyable *and* less painful sex. While there's nothing embarrassing about strengthening your pelvic floor, at least you'll solve the problem without having to discuss it out loud. Demora's foot exfoliation mask if you're ready to treat your feet to the gift of super smooth skin — no more rough calluses making you wildly uncomfortable. Put 'em on, get comfy for an hour, then get ready for the big reveal as you shed dead skin over the next few days. First Aid Beauty's KP Bump Eraser Body Scrub Exfoliant to leave you with the smooth, healthy skin you've always dreamed of. No more dry patches or bumps killing your mood! Reviewers with keratosis pilaris and other similar skin textures swear by it. A fast-acting extra-strength hemorrhoid cream when your butt is begging for mercy. You'll potentially get sweet relief in a tube without ever having to leave the comfort of your bed. Lidocaine helps numb the pain, and glycerin helps reduce friction. The anti-inflammatory ingredients help provide the quick, long-lasting relief your bum so desperately needs.
