Candid Stories

Candour Beauty Christmas Gift Guide 2021

We all know it's better to give than to receive, but if you're looking for the perfect Christmas gift from black-owned brands and brands made with ...

Best Serums and Oils for Hyperpigmentation

Find out more about the best serums and oils for hyperpigmentation.

Facial Toners For Darker Skin Tones

Today’s facial toners are used to target other skin concerns such as hyperpigmentation, acne or dry, dull skin. They come with so many benefits for...

Chemical and Mineral Sunscreen – What’s the Difference?

All skin types need to use sunscreen to keep their skin healthy and protected but not all sunscreen is the same. Let's talk about the differences b...

Skincare in Your 40s and 50s – what you need to know

Let’s talk about the signs of ageing and the skincare heroes that you need to help reduce and improve them.

Do You Need An Eye Care Routine?

It's time to make sure you're taking care of your eyes as part of your daily skincare routine.

Best Face Masks and Mists for Summer

If your skin is feeling the heat this summer, then try out a face mask or mist to refresh, rehydrate and rebalance. The sun can dry out your skin, ...

Sun Protection and SPF for Black and Brown Skin

Black and brown skin still needs sun protection and SPF to prevent sun damage, signs of ageing and hyperpigmentation. While natural melanin provid...

6 Skin Care Myths About Black Skin

There are lots of misconceptions around taking care of darker skin tones that you might have heard. Some of it is well-meaning, and some of it has ...

Black Mental Health Check In - You Good Sis?

It almost goes without saying that the last 12-18 months have been tough for all of us. We’ve had to adapt and juggle working, home-schooling and a...

Ask the Founder Series- Abbie Oguntade

Meet Abbie Oguntade Founder and CEO of the Freya+ Bailey . A luxurious skincare brand that combines scientific formulation and natural ingredients ...

Best Products for Afro Hair, Textured Hair and Mixed Hair

Whatever your hair’s texture and however you wear it, black hair needs the right hair care products to stop it from becoming dry and damaged. Curly...

Candour Beauty Guide - 7 Curly and Kinky Hair Experts to visit in the UK post lockdown

The last 12 months have been a challenge when it’s come to our hair. The salons have been closed just more than they’ve been open which has made it...