Usually when one hears “exfoliator,” they immediately think of scrubbing away at the skin. To most, that thought usually implies that somehow when you’re getting rid of dead skin, that […] The post The Best Winter Exfoliators That Won’t Dry Out Your Skin appeared first on Essence.

Singer, songwriter, and powerhouse Alicia Keys turns 40 today and not only are we celebrating another trip around the sun, but we’re also shining a light on her incredible achievements, […] The post A Look At Alicia Keys’ Most Empowering Songs appeared first on Essence.

The revolving door of fashion trends often comes back around, and with the internet at our fingertips, the cycle only becomes increasingly apparent. Though conversations around iconic figures who have […] The post Purveyors of Fashion: A Look Through the History of Black Fashion appeared first on Essence.

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