What items are on the desks of some of the most successful jefas that help them manage their workload and stay motivated? On Jefa’s Desk readers get a glimpse of what the desks of entrepreneurs, business owners, and all-around successful...
Beauty
When it comes to Christmas shopping we enjoy gifting those we love but let’s face it, we’re tempted to purchase items for ourselves as well. As you wrap up your Christmas shopping we wanted to highlight some gifts that are...
Red lipstick, big hoops, and a fully made up face are the norm for many of us and when it comes to skincare we’ve also got preferences including aloe vera for burned or dry skin. But that love of beauty...
The holiday season is upon us and you most likely have a beauty lover on your holiday gift list. For them, makeup isn’t just makeup – it’s a way of life. Finding the perfect product is essential and these Latinx...
Latina-owned beauty brand Alamar Cosmetics, founded by Cuban American Gabriela Trujillo, launched its largest collection yet in collaboration with Disney’s Encanto and it all started with a DM. Trujillo founded Alamar — named after the barrio in Havana where she...
Over the last year it has become clear that prioritizing wellness is essential as we continue to experience life amid a pandemic. With self-care being a top priority, why not give a wellness gift this holiday season? Wellness can be...
Halloween is just around the corner and if you still don’t know what your disfraz is going to be, look to these 10 Latinx makeup artists for some inspo. Do you want to look spooky and frightful? Iris Beilin does...
Adrienne Houghton Talks the Reality of Being a Jefa and Being a Proud Latina
Adrienne Houghton made history as the first Latina daytime TV talk show host as part of The Real but as if that wasn’t enough, she’s the jefa behind jewelry line XIXI and loungewear and vegan leather handbag line La Voute....
We’re all on the hunt for safe, healthy and effective skincare and body products aren’t we? After years of slathering on potentially toxic creams and lotions, many of us are working hard to detox and repair our skin, as well...
Target is a one-stop shop for all of us and while we love their products, we’re even more excited for their Hispanic Heritage Month collection. They’ve partnered with Latinx entrepreneurs for their first-ever Latino Heritage Month collection featuring some of...
Guatemalan-Mexican nail artist Sigourney Nuñez, known as @nailartbysig on Instagram, has become another in a long line of creatives who’ve had their designs, products, or artwork allegedly stolen by SHEIN. Known for their affordable prices and fast shipping, the clothing...
I’ve worn my hair naturally curly for so long now, that sometimes I actually go years without straightening it at all. But, it’s been a long and time-consuming process to get here. As an Afro-Boricua, I grew up thinking that...
