We, as Black people, have been through a lot. You can’t deny that. And most people who have been through things in life, it usually shows up on their face, in their skin, and just their whole demeanor. But others, simply seem like they don’t age at all, hence the term, “Black don’t crack.”
In this latest edition of Black Don’t Crack,” the picture above of four stunning beauties is supposedly a mother and her three daughters at a wedding.
But the thing about it is, you can’t really put your finger on which one is the mother.
The picture quickly went viral with people taking their best guess as to who the mother is.
Now, after years of circulating around the internet, people are still guessing.
So we ask you, who do YOU think the mother is?
But, before you make your final answer, take a look at some additional photos of the beautiful family below:
So before we tell you which one we think is the mother, let’s look at some facts about aging in general:
Across all skin types, the aging process involves photo damage, fat redistribution, bone shifting, and the loss of connective tissue.
As life expectancy continues to increase, almost doubling over the past century, an aged appearance is becoming an increasing concern.
Ethnic differences are clearly evident in today’s society; however, as time elapses, the groups described in this article are becoming less homogenous and more heterogeneous through the intermixing of races, cultures, and ethnicities.
According to the Center for Clinical & Aesthetic Dermatology, individuals with darker skin are overall thought to have firmer and smoother skin than individuals with lighter skin of the same age.
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However, aging does occur in regards to pigmentation, wrinkles, and skin laxity.
Comprehensive knowledge of the structural and functional principles of ethnic and aging skin is helpful to properly care for the aging skin of color population.
And with that, we think the mother is (you know I gotta be dramatic, lol)….
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B. The mother is “B” in the original white dress photo and second from the right in the car photo above. No matter what your guess, they all look great don’t they?
Keep on shining Black women!
And if you like that one, here’s another one (below):
Answer: We’ve been told that the one in the middle is the mom.
(Photo credit: @jennevam instagram)
When the term “Black Don’t Crack” was created decades ago, many of our parents, grandparents or even older family members used it referring to just how good black men and women look when they get old.
Not as many wrinkles or hard-looking faces that simply show just how hard a person’s life has been. It was used when you really couldn’t tell what a Black person’s age was and when they actually told you, you were still surprised.
Well, that same tradition continues today with the beautiful mother and daughter duo of Jenneva and Stacy. The two (in their 20’s and 40’s) are featured on the beach, both with incredible skin, incredible bodies and a confidence you can almost feel.
When we first were sent the viral photo above, it made us try to figure out who the mother really is too. But then our second thought was: who cares? They look gorgeous!!! And we left it at that. Because Black women are gorgeous anyway, but when you have a glow like these women, it’s hard not to be memorized and admire their beauty.
(Photo credit: @therealmanicurist instagram)
On her instagram, the daughter Jenneva shared this thought of how most of us have to know.
“It’s so weird that every time you see pictures of a fairly younger looking mother and a twenty something daughter there is always some damn body speculating on how old the mother was when she had the child.”
In this day and age with the food, medication and not to mention a ton of stress and pressure that get people down and age prematurely, we have to applaud this mother and daughter team.
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If you can tell anything by the social media posts, it’s clear these two women have immense love for one another. They both are business owners with Jenneva operating a business online, and Stacy is the own of a salon studio.
On her website, Jenneva’s business mission is to “never forget you no matter your body type, shape, size or budget. We’re here to celebrate everyone’s shape, size and budget by providing you with fashion forward pieces that are affordable and of quality.” One word: Awesome!
(Photo credit: @jennevam instagram)
Needless to say, we love them. And to all you mother and daughters out there, keep doing what you’re doing. We love you too!
So with that, we won’t tell you which one is the mother or daughter. Just know that black is beautiful!
Click “next page” to see more pics of the duo and soak up their #blackgirlmagic.
It is a scientific fact that aging is a part of life. But no one wants to show signs of getting older. The good news is you may have some control over the aging process by simply adding 10 Anti-Aging Foods in your daily diet to Keep You Looking Young . There are basic things you can do to slow down the appearance of getting older that will leave you feeling ageless. It starts with a few additions to your diet.
That’s right, if you want to look and feel young, start with simply adding these Anti-Aging Foods to Your Diet.
You may have heard the saying, ‘An apple a day keeps the doctor away.’ Well, an apple a day can also keep aging at bay. Apples are packed with vitamin C, which increases your skin’s cell production, giving you a warm and radiant glow.
Apples also contain B vitamins, which are proven to fight skin irritation such as acne.
Blueberries contain vitamins A and C and age-defying antioxidants, which may prevent collagen loss by protecting your skin against sun damage, pollution, and stress.
Among chocolate lovers, there is always room for chocolate. The high anti-aging antioxidants flavonoids in dark chocolate help protect skin inflammation caused by harmful UV Rays. Eating Dark Chocolate can increase circulation and help retain moisture, which can help you look younger by reducing the stripped of the antioxidant flavonoids during processing.
Eggs contain Amino Acids that help generate New Skin cells and Hydrate, Soften, and Firm the Skin. A study shows that antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin, contained in eggs, protect against UV rays that cause wrinkles, lines, brown spots, and cancer.
The egg yolk is rich in fatty acids, which can provide moisture to the skin. The Egg White contains the protein albumin, which helps tighten pores and remove excess oil from the skin.
Often used as ‘Diet Food,’ Grapefruits are loaded with vitamin C, which plays an essential role in forming collagen and protecting skin cells. A 2017 study shows that Vitamin C can help protect against aging.
The vitamin A in sweet potatoes may help restore skin elasticity and contribute to radiant, youthful-looking skin. Sweet potatoes also contain vitamin C and E, which can protect your skin from environmental damage that may damage your skin and cause premature aging.
Mangoes are full of antioxidants and contain high vitamin C, supporting your skin’s collagen production, preventing sun damage and aging. The potassium and vitamin E work together to hydrate cells, improve your skin tone, and keep skin moisturized.
Olive oil is a healthy fat, full of Omega-3s, which help prevent wrinkles. A study shows that signs of sun damage were significantly decreased by people who consumed olive oil.
Instead of butter, consider spreading olive oil on your bread or drizzle it on your salad as a dressing. Some people also like to use olive oil externally on the skin to lock in moisture.
Tomatoes are full of water and contain a lot of vitamins that are beneficial for your skin. The Antioxidant Lycopene in tomatoes neutralizes the harmful free radicals that cause the skin to age and cause wrinkles.
Roasted tomatoes not only have a great flavor, but they are healthier for you. Research has shown that cooked tomatoes are more beneficial as they contain more lycopene. Next time try adding Roasted Tomatoes to your salad for the added anti-aging benefit.
The Omega-3 fatty acids in this fish help your skin stay moisturized while keeping wrinkles and fine lines away. A study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition concluded that people who ate 5-ounces or more Omega-3 fatty fish per week lowered the development of pre-cancerous skin lesions by almost 30 percent.
You cannot prevent yourself from aging, but you may control the appearance of aging by eating to look and feel youthful from the inside out.
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