Akili King
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Big Sis Advice From Our Favorite Beauty Influencers
Being a big sister is admirable but comes with so much sacrifice. They are the first to learn how to drive, experience puberty, and endure...
Sha’Carri Richardson’s Nail Artist Discusses Her Creative Process
Today, Sha’Carri Richardson took on the 2024 Olympic Games for the first time, ending the first round of her women’s 100 sprint in first place....
How To Protect Your Crown Amidst Hair Care Fraud
When it comes to Black women and our hair, there is no shortage of information out there. But some of it is misguided, outdated, or...
Recounting Sha’Carri Richardson’s Gold-Winning Hairstyles
Sha’Carri Richardson: Fastest woman in the world, and queen of the beauty switch up. Whether it’s a 40-inch bussdown or her natural curls coiled to...
The Creator Of The Braided Baldie Breaks Down The Viral Style
Back in April, Monteria Johnson (also known as “Tookie”) posted what is now summer’s favorite hairstyle in a viral TikTok video. “The BRAIDED BALD HEAD,”...
These Are The Esthetician-Approved Summer Body Care Routines
“Truth is…” allows readers to get esthetician-backed advice without having to step foot into an office. In each article, certified skin therapist Samantha Mims shares...
Are There Menopause-Safe Skin Procedures?
We’ve all heard the buzz around the “mommy makeover.” For one, Rihanna confessed she’s all in for a post-partum breast lift, while liposuction remains the...
Want Length Retention? Try These Breakage-Proof Styles
Hair growth can be tricky. While you can take your vitamins, eat healthy, and have a proper hair care routine, breakage is still very much...
Is The Curly Flip-Over Sew-In The Style Of The Summer?
It’s no secret that braids are the undisputed style of the summer when it comes to hot weather and vacays. But— please hold your gasps...
These Are The Two Hacks That Faded My Hyperpigmentation
Hyperpigmentation is a shared skin concern for many Black people. That said, cult beauty brands selling dark spot-reducing products––like Topicals’s Discoloration Duo and The Brighter...