Precious Umeasalugo
School
University Of Lagos
Expertise
Cosmetic Ingredients, Hair And Makeup Tips, Beauty Trends
- From photographers to celebrity hairstylists, Precious has interviewed several heavyweights in the Nigerian beauty space. Some of her favorites include celebrity makeup artist and reality show judge Uchenna Enyokwa, skincare educator Gloria Chiko Okpara, and renowned creative director/photographer Alexander "Lex Ash" Ashimole.
- Besides writing about beauty, Precious works as a digital beauty content creator and a product development researcher with Nigerian skincare brand RD8 Labs. She prides herself on her multifaceted roles in beauty as she writes about, reviews, and makes beauty products.
- Precious is currently working on a newsletter which will be centred around African beauty and weekly rundowns of happenings in the world of cosmetics.
Experience
From rummaging through her mother's makeup bag in her childhood to spending her teenage years watching influencers and beauty gurus review products, it's no surprise Precious chose to make her life's work writing about beauty and style. With bylines in InStyle, Beatrice UK, Lavande, and ModaCulture, she is mainly concerned with making women of color feel seen through her work, whether writing about skincare ingredients that are best for melanated skin or makeup trends that show up on every hue and every shade. In addition, Precious doubles as a product development researcher, developing new melanin-friendly products and improving on already-existing market faves. So when she's not writing about the buzziest products on TikTok, she's ideating and making them. All in all, Precious is obsessed with beauty, style, and making people feel beautiful through her work.
Education
Precious is studying for a Bachelor's degree in Pharmacology, Therapeutics, and Toxicology at the University of Lagos. Her expertise in product development and an almost-done degree in pharmacology helps her make cosmetic ingredients and their chemistry much easier to understand in her writing.
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Stories By Precious Umeasalugo
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There's a reason French manicures have remained so relevant, and it's not just because they are convenient - they're also appropriate for everything.
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Not everybody wants to pay the hefty price tag that comes with the Baccarat Rouge 540. Fortunately, we've gathered up some affordable dupes.
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Formulated with shea butter, which is famous for its moisturizing properties, the lip gloss comes with a cushion applicator for easy spreading across your lips.
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We're all for mixing nails trends together, and the combination of ombré and chrome makes for the must-have manicure of the season. Here's a little inspo!
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Hate your ID photos? There's a way to skip the bad face day and achieve great ones, and it all begins with the TikTok-famous passport girl makeup trend.
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If you never got a chance to try the original MAC Spice lip liner, there's no need to worry. Luckily, TikTok found a dupe for the iconic brown liner.
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Kosas' Reveal Concealer has earned a loyal TikTok following. However, if you don't want to pay $30, consider these alternatives for the skincare-makeup hybrid.
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Rambutan, a gentler retinol alternative, provides similar benefits without the potential drawbacks, making it an attractive choice for aging or sensitive skin.
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Beyoncé's signature scent is the spicy twist we all needed in the gourmand scene. Get ready to smell irresistible – and it's all thanks to Queen Bey.
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Deliver a chic dose of vintage nostalgia to your fall manis and find your new groove this season with a fresh twist on the '70s-inspired swirl design.
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Whether you're in the market for a clarifying shampoo or you need conditioner for an itchy scalp, here are the best fragrance-free products you can try.
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Meghan Markle doesn't gatekeep her favorite beauty products, which we adore about her. Her favorite lotion is surprisingly affordable and effective to boot.
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Sol de Janeiro's Brazilian Bum Bum Cream is a fan-favorite — but it's pricey. Don't want to make the splurge? Here are some Bum Bum dupes to check out.
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Adele has remained faithful to her go-to fragrance since her teenage years. This perfume is perfect for anyone who enjoys a dramatic splash of amber scent.
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Lamination can be a great tool for achieving your desired eyebrow shape. However, there are some best practices to follow when it comes to aftercare.
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Like the chrome cowboy hats, subversive silver clothing, and alien superstar-esque makeup, glitter braids are having a style moment right now.
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We may never be able to relate to celebrities with their lifestyles, but one thing we can live up to is their beauty routine - mainly their scents.
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Simply booking a spa session is not enough for the full therapeutic experience — you must also prepare beforehand by avoiding these common mistakes.
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For the Duchess of Sussex, recording late episodes on the show "Suits" left her eyes tired, bringing even more attention to her dark circles.
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From her makeup essentials to her skincare favorites, Hailey Bieber is no gatekeeper. True to her clean girl aesthetic, she's a fan of the floral scent family.
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Emma Stone can't get enough of this floral-infused fragrance from an iconic French perfume house. The classic scent has been around for almost a century.
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Proven Skincare did not receive the response its founders hoped for during its appearance on "Shark Tank." What happened to the brand after the episode aired?
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If you're a fan of a fuzzy accessory, you'll be eager to know fuzzy bags aren't going away any time soon. In fact, there's different ways to style the trend.
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While AOA Studio products feature FDA-approved ingredients, some customers have expressed concern about their quality, especially considering the price point.
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If you're trying to embody your own tomato girl summer, you can't forget the scent. Here's how you should be picking out a perfume for this aesthetic.
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It's time to take a break from the beiges and browns, and welcome bright, maximalist manis, starting with our latest obsession: color-shifting chrome manicures.
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Getting your eyeshadow to stay put all day is easy. The miracle technique is called foiling, and it's about to change the game for your makeup routine.