Valeria Garnica May 2020 On Wednesday April 29th, Aurum Cosmetics hosted Beauty Bosses in Berkeley, another one of their legendary events. As per usual, the turnout was fantastic, the panelists were enthusiastic and the event was organized to a “t”. The purpose of the event was to invite our members and the UC Berkeley student …
Origin of Cosmetics
Jhanvi Patel May 2020 Cosmetics are created to cleanse, protect, and change the appearance of external parts of our bodies. The key ingredients in most cosmetics include water, emulsifier, moisturizers, colors, fragrances, and thickeners. It is not a modern invention. Humans have been using various methods to alter their appearances for thousands of years. Kohl, …
Quarantine and Me: How I’ve Been Coping
Valeria Garnica April 28, 2020 Times of hardship have approached us. Whether it’s as tragic as the passing of a loved one, as difficult as economic challenges or frustrating like self-isolation — this COVID-19 pandemic has affected us all in individualized ways. I would like to begin this week’s blog by extending my condolences to …
Research Committee’s Secret Formula for Success
Jhanvi Patel April 26, 2020 If Aurum was a human, the research committee has to be its backbone. It has not only helped in supporting the club’s system to grow and move but has also played a very important role in protecting the originality of the club. The committee never fails to surprise me. They …
Hip-Hip Hooray for Earth Day: Some Ways You Can Glow-Up Your Beauty Routines to be More Eco-Conscious
Gwyneth Hutchinson April 26, 2020 Being environmentally friendly isn’t a box we get to check once a year, pat ourselves on the back about, and then continue on like it didn’t happen. There are lots of small changes you can make in your daily beauty routine that will cut down on waste, reduce plastic, …
Direct from the Earth!
Jhanvi Patel April 23, 2020 There are billions of plants and flowers in the world, and companies attempt to replicate millions of them chemically because they are suitable and good for the skin and hair. However, the purity of 100% pure ingredients and the benefits from naturally occurring plants can never be fully incorporated in …
How to Handle a Chemical Burn
Gwyn Hutchinson April 20, 2020 I may have the hands-down most sensitive skin on the planet. Dry as the Sahara? Check. Acne-prone? Check. Sensitive as h*ck? Check. I’ve truly struggled with my skin for years and years on end, and I’ve honestly probably dropped a grand or two on new products and attempts to fix …
Trader Joe’s: Your Rejuvenation Station
Valeria Garnica April 2, 2020 You’ve had a full face of makeup on for hours upon hours. You’re beginning to feel oily, cakey. The creases in your face have eaten your foundation and your undereyes have caught the residue of your eyeshadow and mascara. You’re exhausted, and the last thing you want to think about …
DIY Self-Care
Jhanvi Patel February 28, 2020 When your brain is bursting with to-do lists and your heart is heavy without the time and resources to do all the things you love… In the hustle from 8 AM to 10 PM, when you are completely exhausted and ready to collapse on your couch… Self-care! Self-care is …