“Every tool has a unique purpose,” Fenty Beauty Global Makeup Artist, Priscilla Ono tells ESSENCE. Knowing the specific application tools to use– whether angled brushes...

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When it comes to whitening your teeth, you may have tried things like reducing your coffee intake or quitting smoking. But over the holidays, a...

With the holiday season in full swing, this is the perfect time for everyone to shop and score the best deals on hair products. Perhaps...

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“Hotels and cosmetics have always co-existed well in the space of luxury travel,” Black Apothecary Office (BAO) founder, Jaé Joseph tells ESSENCE. With this in...

One of the perks of being a beauty writer is that you get to test out dozens of lipsticks throughout the year. From high-end brands...

One of the perks of being a beauty writer is that you get to test out dozens of lipsticks throughout the year. From high-end brands...

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With the holiday party season upon us, you’re likely on high alert for hair and makeup ideas. In case you had your notifications off over...