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Iman Balagam

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Iman Balagam is a freelance journalist and brand consultant who specializes in beauty, fashion, and lifestyle content. The Texas native's work has appeared in a variety of publications, including Vogue, Allure, and Elle.

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Latest Posts From Iman

Is Your AI Nose Job Setting You Up For Disappointment?

Jul 17, 2026

Is Your AI Nose Job Setting You Up For Disappointment?

When it comes to physical insecurities, many of us have features we've spent years fixating on.

Japanese Gel Manicures Are Trending, and You Don’t Need a Plane Ticket to Try Them

Mar 12, 2025

Japanese Gel Manicures Are Trending, and You Don’t Need a Plane Ticket to Try Them

If your TikTok feed is flooded with Japanese manicures, you're in luck — you don't need to book a flight across the globe to experience one.

The Beauty Industry Wants You to Give Snail Mucin a Chance

Jan 30, 2025

The Beauty Industry Wants You to Give Snail Mucin a Chance

If you've spent any time on SkinTok or K-BeautyTok recently, we're sure you've heard about snail mucin.

What Exactly Are Shellac Nails?

Nov 14, 2024

What Exactly Are Shellac Nails?

There's something otherworldly about the entire nail salon experience: as you sink back into that plush, automatic massage chair and silence your phone for a luxurious 45 minutes, all of life's problems seem to dissipate.

What Is Perioral Dermatitis? 2 Dermatologists Explain

Nov 4, 2024

What Is Perioral Dermatitis? 2 Dermatologists Explain

Skin conditions are more common than you might think, with perioral dermatitis being one of the most prevalent.

Yes, Freckle Tattoos Are a Thing — Here's What You Should Know

Sep 11, 2024

Yes, Freckle Tattoos Are a Thing — Here's What You Should Know

There's nothing like the look of freckles scattered across the face — something I've been longing for my entire life.

This Liquid-to-Cream Body Lotion Works Like Magic For Dry Skin

Sep 10, 2024

This Liquid-to-Cream Body Lotion Works Like Magic For Dry Skin

One thing about me: I'm incredibly picky when it comes to body lotion.

What Is Folliculitis? Doctors Break Down the Common Skin Condition

Sep 2, 2024

What Is Folliculitis? Doctors Break Down the Common Skin Condition

If you've noticed small red bumps around your scalp or anywhere that hair grows, no need to sound the panic alarm just yet.

Are Hot Springs the Key to a Hot Girl Summer?

Aug 27, 2024

Are Hot Springs the Key to a Hot Girl Summer?

Humans have been bathing in hot springs for centuries to treat a variety of health concerns, ranging from skin conditions to mental health.

Is Manuka Honey Really New Zealand's Best Kept Beauty Secret?

Aug 13, 2024

Is Manuka Honey Really New Zealand's Best Kept Beauty Secret?

Ever since I was a little kid my mom would feed us spoonfuls of honey to boost our immune systems, and we'd use honey in homemade face masks to add a bit of glow to our skin.

Cocoa Butter Is Your Key to Soft, Supple Skin

Jul 12, 2024

Cocoa Butter Is Your Key to Soft, Supple Skin

If baby-soft skin is what you're after, consider adding cocoa butter to your body-care routine.

Tips For Preventing and Treating Spider Veins, According to Plastic Surgeons

Jun 24, 2024

Tips For Preventing and Treating Spider Veins, According to Plastic Surgeons

If you've noticed tiny, web-like veins appearing on the surface of your skin that are blue or purple, you're not on the path to becoming the next Peter Parker; rather, you are likely seeing spider veins.