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How To Give Your Classic Smokey Eye Makeup A Festive Flair

Every holiday season, the smokey eye is a go-to makeup look for most women. But what if we updated the timeless look with a little...

How To Incorporate Vitamin C Into Your Routine– According To An Expert

Vitamin C is an essential ingredient in our daily food intake. The vitamin– which can be found in citrus fruits, like lemons– helps the body...

Big Freedia’s Black Opal Collaboration Is All About Bounce

When we envision Big Freedia, we see glamorous looks, full beats, and bold takes on beauty. So, why not launch a makeup line? “I had...

I Tried AviClear– A Laser Treatment For Long-Term Acne

Laser treatments often exclude darker skin tones, as they’re considered high risk treatments– sometimes resulting in burning, and other skin injuries. Then, there is AviClear....

I Tried The UnBrush– Here’s What It Did To My Hair

In my opinion, internal, negative connotations of Black hair textures are derived– in part– from the pain of doing our hair– especially detangling. During my...

Best Perfume Sampler Sets To Give This Holiday Season

The holiday season is upon us and if you’re participating in Secret Santa with your friends or family, finding the perfect gift can be a...

5 Fragrances That Will Boost Your Mood

Fragrance is proven to boost not only your memory, but your mood. According to the National Library of Medicine, “the influence of fragrances such as...

15 Nail Polish Colors Perfect For The Holiday Season

Holiday mani-pedi season is here. As we start to gather ingredients for our special family recipes– you know those secret spices and herbs!– it’s easy...

Dove Sets Out To Change The Way Black People Are Represented In Gaming

When you think of the word “gamer,” do you see yourself? If the answer is no, you’re not alone. According to an online survey conducted...

Chaka Khan On Creating Her “Life’s Scent” With HSN

Chaka Khan’s unmistakable voice is one that will instantly make you want to get on your feet. Whether it’s on “I’m Every Woman” or “Ain’t...