Why Brazilian DJ Alok wants to ‘keep art human'
As artificial intelligence begins to creep into the creative realm, one DJ aims to uplift the power of human artistry.
Last Saturday, Brazilian DJ Alok — whom DJ Mag notably ranked the No. 4 DJ in the world — made his debut appearance at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, where he took the Sahara stage at golden hour. He was accompanied by Brazilian American singer Zeeba and 'Sweet But Psycho' hitmaker Ava Max, as well as 50 performers from the dance company Urban Theory.
Wearing masks and metallic gloves, the dancers used their hands to mimic machine-like movements, which they call 'tutting.' The man-made spectacle, which appeared almost computer-generated, served as a reminder to 'keep art human,' as Alok's T-shirt read during the performance.
' I'm just trying to [use my] platform to [uplift] the voices of a lot of artists that are afraid about what AI is doing,' said DJ Alok in a Zoom interview.
Alok, along with creative director Fabio Soares, envisioned this performance as a living art installation, hoping to contrast the mechanical movement of dancers with ongoing AI efforts to automate creative fields.
' When humans are connected on the same purpose and synchronized, we can do stuff that is extraordinary, but we have to also trust each other,' said Alok of the concept. 'If one dancer makes a mistake, it can compromise all of them.'
Ahead of the Coachella performance, Alok uploaded a teaser clip to his more than 29 million Instagram followers. In the comments, some expressed both skepticism and surprise at the ability of humans to perform such precise movements. At the very top of the responses, Alok pinned a postscript message for added clarity: 'This is not AI.'
' How crazy is that?' Alok marveled. 'That people do not believe that humans can do this kind of stuff anymore, like everything has to be AI.'
The 33-year-old electronic artist acknowledged that certain software tools have helped him extract vocals, samples and instruments necessary to form creative beats. Yet he doesn't believe AI should replace artistic sensibility, 'because to create art, you need to touch the soul.'
'I'm not against AI. I'm just [concerned] about how we use it. Because anything in the world can be used to do damage or create good things right?' said Alok.
He recalled a drone show he did two years ago when performing at the United Nations in New York. After the show, he said someone from Ukraine's embassy approached him crying and saying, 'because in my country you use drones to kill each other and make war.''
The beat maker — born Alok Achkar Peres Petrillo in Goiânia, Brazil — is no stranger to the cause of social justice. In 2020, he used royalties obtained from his popular gaming character in 'Free Fire' to fund his own nonprofit organization, the Alok Institute, which boosts social and environmental initiatives in Brazil, Africa and India.
' If you asked me 10 years ago if I cared about all this stuff, I would say no,' he said.
Two years ago, following a major depressive episode, Alok journeyed to the Amazon rainforest to connect with Indigenous groups. The experience changed his outlook on life.
'I was doing songs to work on the beats, they were doing songs to heal, you know?' he said, hinting at its irony. The experience inspired him to use his platform to aid in the preservation of Indigenous languages.
Through his institute, Alok unveiled a humanitarian project and album titled 'The Future Is Ancestral,' which showcased Indigenous music from eight communities across Brazil. Its release came days before an annual protest in the nation's capital, where Indigenous groups convened to demand more land protections. The album received praise from UNESCO and the United Nations; the song 'Pedju Kunumigwe,' sung by the Guarani Nhandewa people, was nominated for a Latin Grammy for Latin electronic music performance in 2024.
'As an artist, we have the responsibility to try to push culture forward through art,' he said. 'That's why art has to be made by humans.'
Alok and Urban Theory will return to the Sahara stage on Saturday, April 19, at 4:10 p.m.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Cosmopolitan
10 hours ago
- Cosmopolitan
15 ways to wear gingham outfits, as the picnic print becomes everyone's favourite summer staple
It's official: summer is fully in bloom. What does that mean? Well, apart from setting out to find the perfect nostalgic pair of jelly shoes and strategising ways to make denim work in this heatwave, we're also thinking a lot about how to integrate gingham into our wardrobes. And when we say 'gingham', no, we're not meaning just any old check print (nor are we referring to houndstooth, tartan, or plaid, thank you very much). We're very specifically talking about g-i-n-g-h-a-m: the picnic tablecloth print, turned beloved summer wardrobe pattern. Lately, gingham has been everywhere: from Bella Hadid x Frankies Bikinis prairecore bikinis and midi dresses to Copenhagen fashion influencer-style gingham blouses and scrunchies. But there are also plenty of other ways to style the trend if you want to branch out from swimwear and Copenhagen street style: whether it's festival-friendly bloomer shorts (y'know, the ones that have been soooo popular this szn), a voluminous bubble skirt, Sabrina Carpenter-esque retro capris, or even tailoring. Below, we've rounded up a whopping 15 ways to wear gingham, complete with shopping recs hand-picked by our fashion team. And, yep, we tracked down the perfect gingham bandana for ya... Thank us later! Behold: gingham bloomer shorts. Bloomies proved to be one of the dominant trends at Coachella this year, and the micro shorts with lacy fringing are undeniably comfy and generally easy to wash, making them a winner on practicality alone. Style with a peasant blouse or crop top and stick on a pair of cowboy hoots and, congrats, you've ticked the gingham, bloomie and western trends all in one... If you're anything like us, you're always looking for a summer staple that can take you from work meetings, to dinner, to a nice ol' winebar. And voilà: the gingham midi dress has got your back. Despite the summery pattern, the longer hem length is a bit more formal (dare we say...'grown up'?) and can work for all manner of occasions depending on your choice of accessories. We'd opt for heeled flip flops or kitten heels for a date/drinks, loafers for work, and jelly shoes for a summery casual day out. If you are looking to prolong the indie sleaze trend, well, we don't blame you! The late 2000s and early 2010s are a treasure trove of under-explored nostalgia, and a bubble skirt is an easy way to tap into this time period and the era's love affair with maximalist silhouettes (à la the peplum). The trick here is to let the skirt take centre stage, so try your gingham bubble skirt with a short-sleeved tee or a plain tank top. Product Details There's a reason that 'jeans and a nice top' was a generation's guiding motto for assembling an outfit: it just works! With a gingham top, you can easily summer-ify a pair of jeans, and bring a bit of sunshine to your outfit even if the British weather necessitates a more sensible fit. However, you can also go full gingham and try a pair of gingham trousers in a contrasting colour, styled with some sandals. This blouse features tie straps and a crinkled taffeta material with a red and white check pattern. We love a good shirt. You can style your gingham shirt over a pair of matching gingham boxer shorts (see below!) or use it as an eye-catching top to go with linen shorts or trousers, and a simple pair of trainers. Depending on your work vibes, you can also wear a gingham shirt with a pair of light trousers to the office: the sky's the limit. The Classic: Linen, Green Gingham. Our mid-length, flattering fit shirt meets lightweight linen in this cool-but-cute shirt. Pair with the matching boxer shorts for a co-ord look or throw over a white t-shirt and jeans. Designed in London, made in Turkey Product Details Slightly dropped shoulder Single buttoned, regular cuff Two pleats across the yoke Materials 100% Linen with Shell buttons. Made in Turkey. Fit Advice Take your normal size, intended for a slightly loose fit The model in image 1 is 177cm/ 5'9" and wears a UK10 The model in image 2 is 179cm/ 5'10.5" and wears a UK10 The back length of a UK10 is 71cm/ 28" Find out more about our Shirt Shapes and Sizing Product Care Machine wash at 30°C or below, on a regular cycle with similar colours. Hang to air dry after a quick shake, and to ease the ironing effort, always hang on a hanger. If possible, avoid direct sunlight unless the fabric is white, and never tumble dry. Ironing is optional due to the relaxed nature of the shirt but is recommended for a pressed finish. It's an easy fabric to iron: make sure the shirt is reversed, use low-medium heat, and finish by steaming. We would always recommend rolling instead of folding to help reduce wrinkles. Personalisation Whether it's for yourself or a gift, our monogramming service is the perfect personal touch to add to your WNU shirt. For inspiration and to learn more, take a look at our Monogramming Page As mentioned above, a pair of gingham boxer shorts can work well in a co-ord with a matching (or contrasting, if you're feeling wild) gingham shirt for a nice lunch date or a cute day out. You can also style with a baseball cap, t-shirt and trainers for a more low-key, comfy look (FYI, it works v well as an airport fit). If you're meeting friends or a date for an al fresco dinner or cocktails, a gingham mini dress can be a great option. There are so many different variations, from a more structured, strappy gingham dress to a short and sweet cutesy, gingham, mini dress with a peter pan collar. Regardless of the style, you can tap into a western/prairiecore vibe with a pair of cowboy boots or go more preppy with a pair of ballet flats or Mary Janes. If you're looking for a statement summer wardrobe piece, look no further. On holiday, everyone needs a lightweight pair of trousers, and selecting a gingham pair in an eye-catching colour is a great outfit hack. Dress up with statement jewellery and a strappy top and sandals, dress down with a pair of Birkenstocks, a denim jacket and a simple tee. This product has a smaller fit than usual. The easy pull-on style of these green and white gingham wide-leg trousers makes them perfect for pairing with dressed up or down outfits, made from a comfortable cotton blend with an adjustable elasticated waistband and side pockets. Regular fit Elasticated waistband Wide leg Cotton-blend Side pockets Short to fit inside leg 27" x 69cm. Regular to fit inside leg 29" x 74cm. Long to fit inside leg 31" x 79cm. XL Tall to fit inside leg 33" x 84cm. 65% Recycled polyester, 35% Cotton. Items with the curve logo are available in sizes 18 and above., Our tall collection is designed to fit women 5'10" and above. This has been proportionally increased through the body, leg and sleeve to achieve the perfect fit. Available in sizes 8-20. Midi skirts are a staple of two major summer trends: westerncore and boho chic. With gingham, you're taking things well up a notch. Wear with a peasant blouse and boots for the former, and a long tank top and a medallion belt (yep, those are back) for the latter, during festival season. You can also rock a more structured, contrasting top in a neutral like black or white and put on a pair of smart sandals and you've got the ideal look for a garden party, dinner at a friend's house, or a particularly trend BBQ engagement. 'Gingham' and 'tailoring' aren't words that immediately seem to go together but, like with peanut butter and jelly and other unlikely yet iconic duos, they work together perfectly. From blazers to waistcoats or smart trousers, there are a number of gingham tailoring options out there, which tend to work well when styled with smart sandals, loafers or ballet flats (the latter in leather/pleather, not mesh or jelly, if you're going into the office). We recommend opting for either a larger check and/or darker colours to make this one work appropriate, if that's your aim. Heading on a beach holiday this summer? An easy way to tap into the gingham trend is with gingham swimwear, either a one-piece or a bikini. Despite obviously having a purpose by the beach or pool, depending on the level of support required, bikini tops can also double up as a tiny crop top in a pinch (specifically in a laidback club or bar, or for a relaxed day of mooching). Level up your poolside look with a pair of heeled flip flops and a straw sunhat. Composition & Care While it's summer, we still need a cover-up from time to time. A gingham jacket works perfectly for chillier days when styled with regular capri pants and a t-shirt, or with a full gingham look (bonus points for contrasting colours). This one's great for the weekends or for nippy evenings on holidays. Gingham can serve major retro vibes and nowhere is this truer than when applied to gingham capri pants. Capri pants have had a major resurgence this summer for their 90s-chic energy, but a pair in gingham throws it back even further, channelling a Sabrina Carpenter 1960s nostalgia. Rock yours with with some matching headgear (see below), a crop top, and some espadrilles for a party-perfect, TikTok-ready look for when you're bopping around to Sabrina's latest single on the dance floor. House of CB is a leading British womenswear brand, internationally acclaimed for its feminine, luxury and versatile pieces. Scruncies are a fave for a reason, a way of delivering a fun hair look even when you're between washes. When it comes to the gingham trend, a fun hair accessory in the pattern can be an easy way to dip your toe in and see if the look works for you. Try it in a bright colour to inject some boldness into an otherwise lowkey look. Our red bandana scrunchie features a gingham edge trim. We suggest pairing it with our Macy tote bag, available in the same print. More about me Bandanas, particularly in gingham, are going to be a major hair look this summer. They work well with festival attire like handkerchief tops and short-shorts, or with a more westerncore look like denim shorts and cowboy boots, or even your bikini. Megan Wallace (they/them) is Cosmopolitan UK's Former Sex and Relationships Editor covering sexual pleasure, sex toys, LGBTQIA+ identity, dating and romance. They have covered sexuality and relationships for over five years and are the founder of the PULP zine, which publishes essays on culture and sex. In their spare time, they can be found exploring the London kink scene and planning dates on Feeld.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Yahoo
Kneecap's Mo Chara Granted Unconditional Bail at First Hearing on Terror Charge
Kneecap's Mo Chara was released on unconditional bail at his first court appearance in London on terror charges tied to an incident where he allegedly displayed a Hezbollah flag at a concert. The preliminary hearing at the Westminster Magistrates' Court Wednesday June 18 was largely procedural. The Belfast rapper, real name Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, spoke only to confirm his name, and the judge scheduled his next court date for Aug. 20. If convicted, Ó hAnnaidh could face up to six months in prison, and a fine. More from Rolling Stone Wife of Weezer Bassist Appears in Court, Wins Delay in LAPD Shooting Case Tyler Perry Sued for Alleged Sexual Assault, Battery by 'The Oval' Actor Matthew Perry's Ketamine Death: Second Doctor Agrees to Plead Guilty The terror charge is based on footage from a November 2024 concert in London, where Ó hAnnaidh allegedly displayed the Hezbollah flag and yelled, 'Up, Hamas, up Hezbollah,' as well as, 'The only good Tory is a dead Tory.' Both Hamas and Hezbollah are banned in the U.K., and it is a crime to publicly support them. Ó hAnnaidh and Kneecap have repeatedly denied the allegations, stating previously that they 'do not, and have never, supported Hamas or Hezbollah.' They've claimed footage of the November 2024 concert was 'deliberately taken out of all context,' and suggested the terror charge is a reprisal for their outspoken support for Palestine, their calls for an end to the war in Gaza, and their criticism of the U.K. and U.S. governments for continuing to fund and supply arms to Israel. At Wednesday's hearing, prosecutor Michael Bisgrove insisted the case was not about Ó hAnnaidh's support for Palestine or criticism of Israel, adding that he is 'well within his rights to voice his opinions and solidarity, as is anybody else' (via The Associated Press). Rather, Bisgrove said the case is centered around the video of Ó hAnnaidh at the November 2024 concert. Ó hAnnaidh's lawyer, Brenda Campbell, countered that authorities charged the rapper outside the six-month statute of limitations for a terror offense. While the concert took place on Nov. 21, 2024, London Metropolitan police only became aware of the alleged incident in late April 2025, not long after Kneecap's controversial set at Coachella, where they displayed messages about the war in Gaza. The charge was brought May 21, exactly six months after the London concert. 'If we are right in relation to that, then this court has no jurisdiction and there ends the case,' Campbell said of the timeline. Ó hAnnaidh and his bandmates Móglaí Bap (Naoise Ó Cairealláin) and DJ Próvai (JJ O'Dochartaigh) all arrived at the London courthouse wearing Palestinian keffiyeh scarves. They were greeted by a crowd of supporters outside, many of whom were waving Palestinian and Irish flags. On social media last night, Kneecap wrote, 'British courts have long charged people from the North of Ireland with 'terrorism' for crimes never committed. We will fight them. We will win.' Best of Rolling Stone Sly and the Family Stone: 20 Essential Songs The 50 Greatest Eminem Songs All 274 of Taylor Swift's Songs, Ranked
Buzz Feed
a day ago
- Buzz Feed
36 Splurge-Worthy Beauty Products That'll Prove To Be Absolutely Worthwhile
A fan-fave Laneige lip mask, which honestly requires no introduction. Enriched with vitamin C, coconut oil, shea butter, and antioxidants, it nourishes and protects your lips while giving them a supple, glossy finish. It's a splurge-worthy staple you'll probably love as much as the reviewer who called it "absolute magic." And a lightweight, moisture-coating Laneige Lip Glowy Balm packed with murumuru (a palm native to the Amazon) and shea butter, making it the perfect daytime partner in crime to the cult-favorite lip sleeping mask. Be careful using this around your besties, because they *will* be asking if they can have some. A wildly popular Olaplex repairing treatment, which is the OG when it comes to products that help strengthen your locks. It features a highly concentrated formula designed to help rebuild breakage, reduce split ends, and prevent future damage. Plus, reviewers rave about the fast results! A super effective high-frequency wand, because it's a whole skincare system wrapped up into one truly powerful, multi-talented tool. This wand helps boost cell metabolism through increased energy production and blood circulation. Consider it a workout for your skin! It can help you achieve your most elusive, radiant complexion. ✨ Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Bum Bum Cream if you want to be known for your absolutely SCRUMPTIOUS scent. Enriched with caffeine, guarana extract, and coconut oil, this miraculous little jar of cream will help tighten *and* smooth your skin like nobody's business. *And* Sol de Janeiro's Hair And Body Fragrance Mist you simply need if you, too, are obsessed with the cult-fave Bum Bum Cream. This comes in 10 different scents, ranging from warm, floral notes to bright, fresh notes. Inspired by the Brazilian spirit, many reviewers claim it'll transport you to a tropical paradise. 🏝️ A Living Proof Full Dry Volume and Texture Spray that does the work of multiple products. Not only does it absorb oil and deliver instant, long-lasting volume and texture — it *also* provides heat protection and a buildable, no-slip grip for increased styling versatility. Wonderskin's Wonder Blading lip stain because reviewers rave about how true it is to its long-lasting, transfer-resistant reputation! It glides on as a vibrant blue hue that you can peel off to reveal an adorable, rosy lip stain. So treat yourself, and ~kiss~ those constant lipstick re-applications goodbye. 💋 Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Sleeping Mask, a popular K-beauty favorite, that this reviewer with adult acne and scarring calls "pure magic." Here's the rundown: it's got 2.5% pH-balanced AHA complex for gentle exfoliation, seven weights of hyaluronic acid for *intense* plumping and hydration, peptides derived from quinoa for visible firmness, and niacinamide for bright, evenly toned skin. It'll be like quenching your skin with a tall glass of water for that post-facial ✨glow✨. Or a high potency Eight Saints "Up The Anti" Night Cream, which is a heavy cream packed with key natural and organic ingredients, including protein peptides, niacinamide, and hyaluronic acid to help keep your skin plump, fresh, and hydrated. Plus, it's free of synthetics and toxins! A compact, lightweight Shark FlexStyle air styling system that many reviewers are ditching their Dyson for (and this one's less than half the price!). It features five attachments that can dry, smooth, curl, *and* volumize your hair at maximum speed. The best part? It's got temp-regulating technology that reduces heat damage to your hair! A Nuxe dry oil (a luxury skincare brand based in France) made with seven precious botanical oils to nourish and replenish your face, body, and hair for a deliciously silky glow. ✨ A bestselling Buxom Full-On Plumping Lip Polish for a luscious, peptide-powered pout. 💋 It's enriched with vitamin E to provide antioxidant properties and moisture that'll last all day and all night. Feel the slight ~tingle~ as it works to plump, condition, and smooth your lips. Plus, it comes in shimmer, pearlescent, and glitter finishes! A Solawave red light therapy wand because it gives you the power of a pro-level facial right at home. It's got red light therapy that helps fade discoloration, micro-currents that stimulate facial muscles and lift skin, and therapeutic warmth to decrease redness and help your skin absorb your skincare products even more. According to my girl math, that means it basically pays for itself. Or a color light therapy mask that can adjust your skin's specific needs with the click of a button. Looking for some anti-aging properties? Red light. Trying to clear your breakout? Blue light. Want to balance and even out your skin tone? Green light. Reviewers are raving about how smooth, bright, and bouncy their skin looks! What's even better is that you can just sit back, grab a book or watch some TV, and have some ~me time~. A deeply hydrating and plumping Laboratoires Embryolisse daily moisturizer — truly a magical, multi-purpose cream in a bottle. It's enriched with soybeans and aloe vera to soothe and moisturize, as well as beeswax and shea butter to protect and nourish the skin. Plus, reviewers rave about how smooth of a canvas it provides as a makeup primer! A Lancôme radiance-boosting face serum that is commonly referred to as "magic in a bottle" by reviewers. It's enriched with 10% bifidus prebiotic to help support the skin's moisture barrier, as well as hyaluronic acid and vitamin Cg to improve firmness and radiance. We love a multi-talented product. 😍 Or an award-winning Armani Beauty Luminous Silk Foundation, which is the actual foundation that Sabrina Carpenter's makeup artist uses to create her glowy base! This oil-free formula delivers buildable medium coverage to give you that coveted radiant finish and a ~glow-from-within~ look. A reviewer-beloved Soft Pinch Liquid Blush from Selena Gomez's Rare Beauty because a natural, glowy, baby pink look is gorgeous year-round. This delivers long-lasting, buildable pigment in your choice of dewy or matte finish and lends you a healthy lil' flush. A luxe Medicube facial device — a high-tech K-beauty tool (which is used by Hailey Bieber!) that'll help you truly elevate your whole skincare game. This helpful little tool stimulates your skin to create electro-passageways so your skincare penetrates more deeply, leaving it plumper and brighter. Now you'll *actually* be able to get the most from all those pricey serums and moisturizers! A powerful Tatcha Indigo Overnight Repair Cream because if there's anything that deserves some luxury, it's your skin. It's so effective that it made this reviewer say they have never had such quick results from any other product (and that was just after one night's use!). This soothing serum-in-moisturizer treatment is enriched with Japanese indigo extract, mondo grass root, and a biomimetic ceramide blend that visibly calms irritation, strengthens the skin's barrier, and balances the microbiome for a delightfully radiant complexion. A glow-enhancing Supergoop SPF 40 sunscreen if you want to look downright luminous. 😍 It acts as a sunscreen, primer, and BB cream with a light formula that protects you against harmful rays and blue light. Or an SPF 46 EltaMD face sunscreen that's become a *favorite* amongst sensitive and acne-prone skin types. It's formulated with niacinamide to reduce redness and restore suppleness, all while leaving no residue! Redken's All Soft Shampoo with an argan oil-enriched formula that helps soften and moisturize dry, brittle hair. Reviewers say they're obsessed with the results and rave about how many compliments they get on how amazing their hair looks and smells! Or a Briogeo exfoliating shampoo, aka what all dry scalps need to prevent flakes and buildup! It features a perfect blend of charcoal (to detoxify the scalp) and coconut oil (to moisturize and prevent dryness). Plus! It's got a cooling mixture of tea tree and peppermint oil that not only smells ~delightful~ but also soothes itchiness and helps balance scalp pH. A mattifying waterproof One/Size On 'Til Dawn Setting Spray, which I'm pretty sure has some sort of miraculous witchcraft in it. Beyoncé used it at her Renaissance concert in the pouring rain at her DC show — and mother's face stayed looking fresh and FLAWLESS through the downpour. Honestly, just take my money. A viral (and refillable!) Fenty Beauty Invisimatte Instant Setting + Blotting Powder that works like magic to absorb shine, blur the appearance of pores, and give you a natural matte refresh for an instantly filtered look. It's traceless against all skin tones and won't cake, clog pores, creep into fine lines, or disturb makeup. In fact, it helps extend the wear of your foundation! The best part? No flashback, shine, or cakiness = *bomb* pics. 🔥 A splurge-worthy Drunk Elephant Intensive Hydration Serum — a light, water-based gel formulated with pineapple ceramide to boost luminosity, pro-vitamin B5 to attract hydration to the skin *and* keep it there, and sodium hyaluronate to promote firmness by reducing fine lines and wrinkles. And the smell? GLORIOUS. 😍 Glow Recipe's Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Dew Drops that'll brighten both your skin and your day. It's infused with vitamin C, vitamin E, and moringa oil to help even out your skin tone and give you a dewy finish. It also has a lightweight texture that absorbs quickly, making it ideal for all skin types so you can glow from the inside out. A highly concentrated K18 Leave-In Molecular Hair Mask if you're trying to restore you're processed hair to its silky glory (we've all been there🥲). This mask is enriched with peptides that work their magic to moisturize and reverse the damage on your locks in just 4 minutes! Fenty Beauty's Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer, because everything Mother Riri touches is gold. The best part about this? It feels as good as it looks, leaving you with all the explosive shine and *none* of the stickiness. The Dewy Skin Cream by Tatcha, which is one of those beloved luxury brands that never disappoints! This is enriched with Japanese purple rice (packed with antioxidants!), plumping botanical extracts, *and* a replenishing hyaluronic acid-algae complex. You'll almost be able to hear your skin thanking you. 😍 Color Wow's Dream Coat Supernatural Spray that is made with a super lightweight, nongreasy formula that doubles as a heat protectant and basically transforms your hair into silk, all while giving it waterproof powers. Simply apply it to damp hair, comb to distribute, and blow-dry to activate its magic! Sunday Riley Good Genes All-In-One Lactic Acid Treatment because it's packed with lactic acid to target discoloration and dark spots, licorice with naturally brightening properties to help improve radiance, and lemongrass to refresh the skin for a toned complexion. TBH, I never thought a formula could sound so ~delicious~ for my skin. Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant because it has salicylic acid that penetrates your pores to help catch breakouts before they reach the surface. And bonus! Its green tea leaf extract quickly calms redness and soothes skin sensitivity. An anti-frizz curl-defining cream if you want to activate and define your curls to achieve your ~bounciest~ look yet. This reviewer-beloved staple is infused with hydrating argan oil and vegetable protein to coat porous strands and split ends.
