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Beauty trends that need to go
Summary by The Houston Editorial Desk Amaka Watson , as published by Defender Network
· August 17, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Some trends have overstayed their welcome, and it's time to reassess what works versus what looks good on camera. Further details on this and other outdated beauty trends are available from the Defender Network, providing insight into the evolving landscape of beauty and style in Houston and beyond.
In the Houston area, a reevaluation of beauty trends is underway, particularly in Black beauty spaces. Some trends have overstayed their welcome, and it's time to reassess what works versus what looks good on camera.
One trend that has worn out its welcome is the exaggerated version of baby hairs. This style involves laying and shaping fine hairs along the hairline, but the over-gelled and cartoonish version is no longer desired.
Further details on this and other outdated beauty trends are available from the Defender Network, providing insight into the evolving landscape of beauty and style in Houston and beyond.
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Category: local Published: August 17, 2026 Source: Defender Network Reading time: 1 min
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