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North Island and South Island

North Island and South Island

When people learn I’m from New Zealand, I often hear that it’s at the top of their bucket list — or, if they’ve been, that it’s their favorite country in the world.  I may be biased, but I am not surprised. The stunning natural beauty, thriving culinary scene, and unique outdoor activities would charm even the most seasoned traveler. Everywhere you …

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Hair products for South Asian hair: Shop Oribe, Amika, Kérastase

Hair products for South Asian hair: Shop Oribe, Amika, Kérastase

As an Indian-American woman, finding products for my hair can be pretty tricky. South Asian hair is generally very coarse and frizzy, but also very oily—so traditionally hydrating ingredients don’t always work on it. In fact, I found out early on that when I used very strong products containing highly recommended ingredients for frizz (think shea butter or avocado oil), …

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