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The text “My Skin of Color” is written in front of a woman holding her hand to her skin. The image is enclosed in a dark beige circle, and a depiction of space is in the background.

Beyond NYU: Addressing historical injustices in dermatology

Each week, WSN sits down with an NYU student, faculty member or alum who’s making change beyond the university. Langone alum Gibran Shaikh shares how his dermatology company caters to people of color, treating conditions while keeping history in mind.
Abby Wilson, News Editor October 14, 2022

Gibran Shaikh, a certified dermatologist and NYU Grossman School of Medicine alum, is seeking to address historical inequalities in healthcare through his recently launched dermatology...

From Origins to Glossier, a myriad of used-up skincare and makeup items are scattered across a table. Our staff delves into which empties they loved, and others they wouldn’t use again. (Staff Photo by Elaine Chen)

Culture Desk Empties

Completed by Culture is a series where the beauty-loving culture editors dish on the products they’ve managed to finish.

If you’re as beauty-obsessed as we are, you probably know that it’s actually really hard to finish a product, especially if you’re constantly trying new things. But when...

Dyanna Fleites-Cruz tries on a homemade face-mask, NYU also has many option for local retail facials.

Fancy Facials for a Fresh Face

Because your skin deserves it.
Celina Khorma, Staff Writer February 19, 2019

Start of the semester got you down? Weather that won’t make up its mind affecting your skin? Just need some self-care? All of the above? We’ve got you. Give your skin the...

Mehhma Malhi not wearing her foundation vs. wearing her foundation. (Photo by Mehhma Malhi)

I Tried Going Foundation-Free for Seven Days

Not as easy as you might think.
Mehhma Malhi, Contributing Writer February 7, 2019

I usually wear a little makeup to class every day. Primer, mascara and sometimes an eyebrow pencil are a few of my everyday essentials. But, most importantly, I dab on some foundation...

The Dark Side of Skin Lightening

The Dark Side of Skin Lightening

Kate Holland and Sophie Shaw November 9, 2017
The $10 billion industry promotes archaic and harmful beauty standards for people of color. NYU students discuss how these standards of beauty have and have not shifted in Asian communities.
Fringe: Fall 2017

Fringe: Fall 2017

Sophie Shaw, Beauty & Style Editor November 9, 2017
In the Fall 2017 edition of Fringe, our Beauty & Style team takes a look at the changing face of the beauty industry.
Dr. Eduardo D. Rodriguez, pictured with his face transplant patient Patrick Hardison at NYU Langone on November 12, 2015

NYU Langone declares most extensive facial transplant in history a success

Christine Wang, Deputy News Editor November 19, 2015
Doctors from NYU Langone performed the most extensive facial transplant in history on a volunteer firefighter.
Dyanna Fleites-Cruz tries on a homemade face-mask, NYU also has many option for local retail facials.

Leaves are drying, but your skin shouldn’t

Minnie Ongsricharoenporn, Staff Writer November 2, 2015
These soothing products make it easy to keep your skin flake-free.

Beauty Trends

Carson Kessler, Contributing Writer September 21, 2015
The biggest beauty trends of NYFW Spring/Summer 2016.

New Year, New Skincare

Sophie Lewis, Beauty and Style Editor January 26, 2015
Learn how to keep your skin healthy during winter.
Spa treatments can be costly, but cuticle creams can produce the same nourishing  effects at a cheaper cost.

Prevent nails from winter weather damage

Avery Chang, Staff Writer November 19, 2014
The cold weather results in dried, cracked fingers and nails. Equip yourself with these helpful tips to protect your precious hands.
Illustration by Sonja Haroldson

Five beauty hacks to keep your skin under control

Avery Chang, Staff Writer October 22, 2014
Check out these products and tips to keep skin healthy and clear during times of high stress.