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Wearing makeup on sensitive skin

Good skin does something to your self-esteem. But when dealing with skin that is both sensitive and acne-prone, that’s another monster altogether
By Esther Muchene 15h ago
December often arrives with packed schedules, social events, rich meals and long travel days. Festivities can strain the routines that support good health
By Dr Alfred Murage 16h ago
A typical household with small children will inevitably face respiratory infections multiple times a year
By Dr Alfred Murage Dec. 4, 2025
We were arguing in the office the other day about how often celebrity relationships seem to fall apart. Are they just awful people? Or can we learn something from their difficulties?
By Chris Hart Dec. 4, 2025
It’s not that anything bad’s happened, but I often notice other couples having difficulties and wonder whether my friends can see the cracks appearing in my relationship before I do!
By Chris Hart Dec. 3, 2025
Nature and human socialisation make women self-conscious. Ladies, from an early age, care about how they appear and how people view them. Men catch up with this much later
By Kenyatta Otieno Dec. 3, 2025
The way a person handles difficult times can make the difference between living a life of victory and one filled with bitterness, hostility, and anger
By Bishop David Muriithi Dec. 3, 2025
Social prescriptions, sometimes referred to as community referrals, are recommendations made by healthcare providers that direct individuals toward social activities or support groups
By Dr Alfred Murage Dec. 3, 2025
While successfully navigating a crisis alone can momentarily boost self-efficacy, the overall effect of persistent isolation is often detrimental
By Esther Muchene Dec. 2, 2025
Predators rarely start with threats. They build trust, then request intimate photos or videos. Once trust is established, they threaten to leak the content unless the victim complies
By Jayne Rose Gacheri Dec. 2, 2025
Most agencies, brands, and photographers offer a very low pay, claiming they don’t have a budget. Some try to pay with ‘exposure.’
By Molly Chebet Nov. 29, 2025
Before waxing, cleanse the area and ensure it is fully dry. Applying a light dusting of baby powder can help the wax grip hair more effectively.
By Tania Omusale Nov. 29, 2025