by Clarice Leith | Nov 26, 2020 | History, Culture and Technology
Everyone loves a good origin story. In the spirit of Thanksgiving, here are some things that were invented or discovered by the Native Americans! Corn 10,000 years ago, Native Americans discovered the secret of growing and harvesting corn. European colonists were...
by Clarice Leith | Nov 26, 2020 | Feminine Health, Mind and Body, Safety and Carcinogen
Like periods, sex, and other intimate topics, birth control used to be a taboo. However, in this modern day and age, birth control pills (BCP) are taken by numerous women around the world for a plethora of reasons. Taken orally, the primary function of birth control...
by Clarice Leith | Nov 20, 2020 | Beauty and Cosmetics, Mind and Body, Physical Health, Safety and Carcinogen, Skincare and Cosmetics
Today, hair dyeing is a no newfound trend but is rather part of an aesthetic or a self-care ritual. Fun fact: Hair dye was accidentally created by William Henry Perkin in his attempt to generate a cure for malaria in 1863. However, do people even know what they put...
by Clarice Leith | Nov 14, 2020 | Beauty and Cosmetics, Governance, Mind and Body, Product Regulation, Safety and Carcinogen, Skincare and Cosmetics
Tattooing is a widespread art and tradition practiced all around the world, with its earliest practice dating back around 3400-3100 BC. For an age old industry packed with culture and heritage, not a lot about it is actually known. According to the US Food and...