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Based in Brooklyn, New York, Janell M. Hickman is Digital communications strategist + copywriter 

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StyleCaster: What To Consider Before Chemically Straightening Your Hair
Dec 31

Dec 31 StyleCaster: What To Consider Before Chemically Straightening Your Hair

Janell Hickman
Hair

If it’s ever crossed your mind, make sure to read on to learn more about your options before taking the plunge into the world of chemical straighteners.

 

StyleCaster: Things To Know Before Getting A Facial
Dec 31

Dec 31 StyleCaster: Things To Know Before Getting A Facial

Janell Hickman
Beauty, Skincare

One secret weapon of Hollywood starlets—their facialists (or aesthetician) can help you get the healthy, glowing, skin you deserve. Read on to learn more about what to expect.

StyleCaster: How to Care For Your Summer Braids
Dec 31

Dec 31 StyleCaster: How to Care For Your Summer Braids

Janell Hickman
Hair, How-Tos

What do you really need to know before you rock this style? We spoke to the expert to help you enjoy your protective style with no strings attached.
 

StyleCaster: The Curly Girl's Guide to Haircuts
Dec 31

Dec 31 StyleCaster: The Curly Girl's Guide to Haircuts

Janell Hickman
Beauty, Hair, How-Tos

Our experts set the record straight on the ins and outs of cutting curly hair—and common styling pitfalls. 

 

StyleCaster: Cool It: Here's How To Sweat Less This Summer
Dec 31

Dec 31 StyleCaster: Cool It: Here's How To Sweat Less This Summer

Janell Hickman
Health, How-Tos

Short of moving to the North Pole, what’s a girl to do about it? Our experts have advice to stay dry on even the hottest days (and beyond).

 

StyleCaster: Summer Tips For Oily Skin: Your Ultimate Guide
Dec 31

Dec 31 StyleCaster: Summer Tips For Oily Skin: Your Ultimate Guide

Janell Hickman
Beauty, How-Tos

Here’s exactly how to score shine-free skin this summer, along with our very best (expert-approved) summer skin care tips for oily skin.

 

StyleCaster: 8 Tricks To Finding Your Signature Scent
Dec 31

Dec 31 StyleCaster: 8 Tricks To Finding Your Signature Scent

Janell Hickman
Beauty, How-Tos

Read on to arm yourself with expert tips—and tricks—for finding your signature scent.

 

StyleCaster: How to Find the Right Foundation Finish For You
Dec 31

Dec 31 StyleCaster: How to Find the Right Foundation Finish For You

Janell Hickman
Beauty, How-Tos

For the sake of your wallet and your face, we had two experts break it down to make sure you know how to find the right foundation finish for you.

 

StyleCaster: How To Combat Dehydrated Summer Skin
Dec 31

Dec 31 StyleCaster: How To Combat Dehydrated Summer Skin

Janell Hickman
Skincare

We promise: dull, dry skin will be a thing of the past much sooner than you thought.
 

StyleCaster: Can You Really Grow Your Brows Back?
Dec 31

Dec 31 StyleCaster: Can You Really Grow Your Brows Back?

Janell Hickman
Skincare

While full, thick arches are a mainstay and not a fad, it can be hard to join in on the movement if you’ve gotten too neurotic with removing stray hairs in the past. 

 

StyleCaster: The Fall Nail Trends You Need To Know Now
Dec 31

Dec 31 StyleCaster: The Fall Nail Trends You Need To Know Now

Janell Hickman
Nails, Makeup

Whether it’s the hottest color, shape or embellishment, we’re constantly looking for ways to elevate our manicure game—and now that fall is officially on the way, we’re more dedicated than ever to our quest for the newest things in nails.
 

StyleCaster: The Truth About Skin Brightening Treatments
Dec 31

Dec 31 StyleCaster: The Truth About Skin Brightening Treatments

Janell Hickman
Skincare

Most of us know the pros of a consistent skin care regimen, but do we really need to throw a brightener in the mix – and what is it really doing to our skin? 

 

StyleCaster: 7 Tricks To Instantly Update Your Blush Game
Dec 31

Dec 31 StyleCaster: 7 Tricks To Instantly Update Your Blush Game

Janell Hickman
Makeup

We tapped a few experts to give us some insight on how to get cheeky in 2015, sans that blush-inducing middle school crush.

 

Essence: Beauty Beat: M.A.C. Cosmetics Launches First iPad App
Dec 31

Dec 31 Essence: Beauty Beat: M.A.C. Cosmetics Launches First iPad App

Janell Hickman
Cosmetic, Product Reviews

M.A.C Cosmetics is launching their first iPad application, "A Tartan Tale," to celebrate their Holiday 2010 collection. 

 

StyleCaster: The Many Misconceptions of Sunscreen, Decoded
Dec 31

Dec 31 StyleCaster: The Many Misconceptions of Sunscreen, Decoded

Janell Hickman
Health

According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, just one blistering sunburn during childhood can increase the chance of developing skin cancer later in life.
 

StyleCaster: 5 Truths About Teeth Whitening You Should Know
Dec 31

Dec 31 StyleCaster: 5 Truths About Teeth Whitening You Should Know

Janell Hickman
Health

Over-the-counter and in-office whitening treatments alike promise to restore the lost luster, but at what cost? We polled a few experts to dig up the truth about scoring that million-dollar smile.


 

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