Akili King
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In The Chair With: Yusef Williams
All eyes were on Tyla as she strutted down the Victoria’s Secret runway this season. As for the headturning, blonde bob hair? That was all...
Coco Gauff Shares Her Holiday Recovery Routine
From ESSENCE’s January/February Cover Star Sha’Carri Richardson’s record-breaking sprints to the most decorated gymnast of all time, Simone Biles, Black women have dominated in sports...
Product Of The Week: Glossier Eyeshadow Stick
In an industry where there is an overwhelming amount of product launches daily, Product Of The Week helps you cut through the noise. To help...
Teyana Taylor’s Most Iconic Beauty Moments
There’s no doubt that Teyana Taylor is a powerhouse of many talents—from music and acting and her undeniable presence in the world. But we can’t...
ICYMI: Tessa Thompson’s Mocha Lip, Danielle Brooks’s Updo, And More
With just a few weeks left in 2024, this week, celebrities are setting the tone for the new year. And, while the shade mocha mousse...
How Doechii’s Iconic Braids For ‘The Late Show’ Came Together
Throughout history, our hair (think: hair salon and barbershop talk) has kept the Black community united. And, four-time GRAMMY-nominated artist, Doechii, took that line of...
Let Anok Yai’s Spiky Bun Inspire Your Holiday Hair Look
Earlier this week, model of the year nominee Anok Yai arrived at the Fashion Awards in London’s Royal Albert Hall. And, although the night ended...
Create A Makeup Look Inspired By Pantone’s ‘Mocha Mousse’
There’s a reason the kids are saying “you ate that” when your makeup, well, “eats!” And with Pantone Color Institute announcing the delectable ‘Mocha Mousse’...
This Body Care Routine Feels Like A Warm Hug
Whether you call it cozy or cuffing season, now is the time to double up on those body butters and fleece matching sets. We all...
Zoë Kravitz On Winter Wellness & YSL Beauty’s New Fragrance
Zoë Kravitz and YSL Beauty are almost synonymous. Back in 2017, the actress and director was appointed as the house’s Global Ambassador. Then, the face...