

Akili King
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Rooted in Real
My hair journey and my life journey are practically one and the same. As a child growing up in Ghana, I had to wear my...

ICYMI: FKA Twigs’s Braided Pony, And More
This week, celebrity beauty honored the spring equinox: sun-kissed skin, shades of blonde, and rosy glam. Although winter favorites weren’t entirely lost (enter: frostbitten blush),...
Ayesha Curry’s Inspiring Beauty Moments
Ayesha Curry has always understood the assignment when it comes to beauty—and she delivers with ease, grace, and a glow that speaks volumes. Whether she’s...

Asia Grant On Building Redoux And Viral Scent Tours
Welcome to MakeUp HerStory. In honor of Women’s History Month, we’ll be highlighting Black women in beauty who are taking the industry by storm and...

Black Women Perfumers On The Power Of Crafting Fragrances
Oh, the sweet possibilities of a great perfume. It’s an unseen accessory that can preserve memories, awaken the senses, and even disarm people with its...

Experts Speak Out About Carcinogens Found In Braiding Hair
Last month, a Consumer Reports study found cancer-causing carcinogens in ten synthetic braiding hair brands, including Sensationnel and Shake-N-Go. After testing two samples from each,...
Rihanna Channels Spring Beauty In Barbados
The spring equinox, which officially starts today, marks a time for us to update our beauty closet to reflect the seasonal transition from winter. Take...
Keke Palmer Stars In New Creme Of Nature Hair Care Ad
Last year, Keke “Keep A Job” Palmer was appointed as Creme of Nature’s first-ever Chief Brand Officer. “Finding quality products that cater specifically to textured...

ICYMI: JT’s Double French Tips, And More
This past week included the end of Paris fashion week and marked the beginning of new beauty trends. From shaved ‘fros and doubled French tips,...
Jhené Aiko’s Standout Beauty Moments
Jhené Aiko is the definition of ethereal beauty—radiating that effortless glow we all crave. From her flawless, dewy skin to her signature soft glam, the...