Women's Policy Issues
Sephora’s Racial Bias Report Shows Just How Traumatic Shopping Can Be for People of Color
The retailer commissioned a study on racial bias in retail and is rolling out a slew of new action items to combat the results.
By Nicola Dall'Asen
Garnier’s One Green Step Report Proves People Want More Sustainability
The massive global survey shows recycling and plastic waste are top concerns for beauty consumers in 2021.
By Nicola Dall'Asen
Lipslut Is Donating Proceeds From Its F*ck Trump Lipstick to the Causes Trump Hates
From now through Election Day, all earnings from Lipslut's famous anti-Trump lipstick collection will go toward civil and voting rights organizations.
By Nicola Dall'Asen
Can Someone Please Explain Biden Beauty to Me?
A brand backed by anonymous industry leaders is raising money for the DNC. But who the hell created it?
By Nicola Dall'Asen
The CROWN Act Was Approved by the House, but It Still Needs Your Help
Here's how to contact your state's representative to urge them to pass it as well.
By Nicola Dall'Asen
National Crown Day Marks the 1-Year Anniversary of the Signing of the Crown Act
It's still legal to discriminate based on hairstyles in the majority of U.S. states. The Crown Coalition hopes this new national holiday will help change that.
By Nicola Dall'Asen
Here's How You Can Support the Black Lives Matter Movement, Even If You Can't Donate Money
Dismantling racism isn't a short-term project. These are 12 low-cost ways you can support Black Lives Matter in the long run.
By Nicola Dall'Asen
Why You Should Switch to One of These Encrypted Messaging Apps
With law enforcement cracking down on surveillance, protesters and organizers need to be careful about privacy.
By Madeline O'Leary
Why You Shouldn't Wear Oil-Based Beauty Products While Protesting
According to experts, certain sunscreens, skin-care, and makeup products might worsen the impact of chemical weapons and irritants.
By Nicola Dall'Asen
Where to Donate to Support the Black Lives Matter Movement Right Now
Some anti-racism organizations and memorial funds have began redirecting donations due to an outpouring of contributions. Here's where you can donate instead.
By Nicola Dall'Asen
What Freelance Beauty Professionals Wish the COVID-19 Stimulus Package Included
Many of them feel it won’t provide enough relief.
By Sara Spruch-Feiner
Harvey Weinstein Found Guilty of Rape
He is being sent to jail, where he will await sentencing.
By Brittney McNamara
These Immigration Activists Prove On-the-Ground Support Is Crucial Amid Ongoing ICE Raids
"As an abolitionist, an anarchist, and a person of color, direct action has always been effective."
By Elizabeth King
The Mental and Physical Toll on Gig Economy Laborers
"I would come home often tired and hungry, and not having earned enough to eat as much as I needed."
By Elizabeth King
As ICE Raids Ramp Up, These Organizations Provide Crucial Legal Aid for Immigrants
Spread the word, and donate if you can.
By Kelli María Korducki
How Lady Gaga Is Taking Action to Help Cities Affected by Mass Shootings
"In this moment, I want to channel my confusion, frustration, and fury into hope."
By Elana Rubin
How We Got Abortions Before Abortion Was Legal
"We have always done what was necessary."
By Dayna Troisi
What MuslimGirl's Amani Al-Khatahtbeh Wants to See From the Beauty Industry in 2019
And why Muslim Women's Day is just as important this year as ever before.
By Shammara Lawrence
6 Ways to Support Transgender and Nonbinary People Right Now
You can take action right now.
By Rosemary Donahue and Marci Robin
Why I'm Using Comedy in the Fight for Reproductive Rights
Comedian Lizz Winstead talks about the organization she founded after the 2016 election.
By Lizz Winstead
An Open Letter to Christine Blasey Ford, From Three 15-Year-Old Girls
"We feel connected to the 15-year-old girl still living inside of you, and are outraged by the 17-year-old boy still living inside of him."
By Sophie Saint Thomas
The State of California Just Made a Major Cruelty-Free Beauty Move
No more animal testing allowed.
By Macaela Mackenzie
Ireland’s Vote to End Its Abortion Ban Is a Historic Victory for Reproductive Care
A rare and powerful moment for women's health care.
By Sam Escobar
What Trump's Domestic "Gag Rule" Would Mean for Reproductive Health Care
It could ban clinics from even mentioning abortion to patients.
By Lauren Rankin
This Man Was Reportedly Turned Away From a Texas Club for Wearing Makeup
"I wear makeup to express myself. Shouldn't we all be able to do that, gay or straight?"
By Zoe Weiner
Bill Cosby and Roman Polanski Have Been Expelled From the Academy
Good riddance.
By Claire Dodson
Amal Clooney Opens Up About the #MeToo Movement
"The future workplace will be safer for my daughter than it was for people of my generation."
By Emily Wang
Young Activists Open Up to Teen Vogue About Gun Control
"Now it's on the adults to join us."
By Andrea Park
How Congresswoman Lois Frankel Is Fighting Service Industry Sexual Harassment
It's not about sex. It's about people abusing their power over others.
By Emma Sarran Webster
How Fake Clinics Keep Women From Getting Abortions
These "clinics" go so far as impersonating medical staff and saying abortion causes cancer.
By Hayley MacMillen
Why We Should Listen to People in the Sex Trades, Not Celebrities
A new PSA shows just how misinformed some celebs are.
By Alana Massey
Blac Chyna’s Lawyers Call for Police Action After Sex Tape Leak
"Girls have killed themselves over revenge porn. It's not a joke."
By Emily Wang
Meet the Sexual Assault Survivors Protesting Trump's State of the Union By Attending It
When the president looks out at the audience, he'll see some of his fiercest critics.
By Meredith Clark
Kesha Wore White Roses to the Grammy Awards — But Not Like Everyone Else
She showed her support for Time's Up in her own unique way.
By Andrea Park
Celebrities Wearing White Roses at the Grammy Awards
Stars are making a statement for Time's Up.
By Rosemary Donahue
Aly Raisman Opens Up About the “Excruciating Ordeal” of Testifying Against Larry Nassar
She also thanked her fellow survivors for their "courage, strength, and leadership."
By Devon Elizabeth
Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg Shares Her Own #MeToo Story of Sexual Harassment
She says it's "about time" for the #MeToo movement.
By Andrea Park
18 Celebrities Who Came to the 2018 Women's March
Including Viola Davis, Olivia Munn, and Natalie Portman.
By Rosemary Donahue
A Megyn Kelly Staffer Was Fired After Reporting Workplace Harassment
Kevin Bleyer alleged bullying and a "toxic and demeaning" environment.
By Emma Sarran Webster
Ivanka Trump Is Getting Dragged for Her Response to Oprah's Golden Globes Speech
Chrissy Teigen's reaction was priceless.
By Evelyn Wang
Stop Shaming This Actress for Not Wearing Black at the Golden Globes
Critiquing Blanca Blanco is just another way of policing women’s choices.
By Rosemary Donahue
Here’s How Oprah Winfrey Responded to People Saying She Should Run for President
"Oprah 2020" is trending after her stunning speech at the Golden Globes.
By Andrea Park
How to Support the Causes of Activists of the 2018 Golden Globes
The awards are over — now, the REAL work continues.
By Hayley MacMillen
This Company Will Send Your Birth Control in the Mail — WITHOUT Insurance
For just $20 a month.
By Macaela Mackenzie
Netflix Under Fire for Continued Work With “That ‘70s Show” Actor Facing 4 Rape Allegations
Meanwhile, the network just ended "House of Cards" after Kevin Spacey was accused of sexual misconduct.
By Hayley MacMillen
Ivanka Trump Gave a Speech on Sexual Harassment and It Went as Well as You'd Expect
Maybe Ivanka should start encouraging reform a little closer to home.
By Lily Herman
Freshman Allegedly Contaminated Roommate's Belongings With Period Blood, Moldy Clam Dip, and More
She bragged about "rubbing used tampons" on her backpack.
By Lily Herman
Trump Just Put Your Birth Control at Risk — Here’s What You Need to Know
You can fight back.
By Lauren Rankin
How to Help Victims of the Las Vegas Shooting Right Now
Five things you can do.
By Rosemary Donahue
This Teen's Teacher Reportedly Said She Violated Dress Code Because She's "Busty" and "Plus Size"
Another dress code story.
By Brittney McNamara