Akili King
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ICYMI: Sabrina Elba’s Cannes Beauty, And More
This week, beauty had no secrets: our favorite celebrities exposed all the pro tips, treatments, and products behind their best beauty moments. From facials worth...
Are Fake Lashes Harmful For Black Women?
From wispy and voluminous, to natural and doll eyed, eyelash extensions represent the lengths Black women go to enhance their existing beauty. Long, curled lashes...
In The Chair With: Malcolm Marquez
“I had very long hair growing up and had a strong aversion to even the idea of a haircut,” celebrity hairstylist Malcolm Marquez tells ESSENCE....
Why More Black Women Are Going Blonde In 2025
When I was 19, I went to a college party with my friend, who was also a Black girl. As we mingled with strangers—as one...
These Are The Lipglosses You Need In Your Makeup Bag With
Recent beauty trends have proven that a shiny finish has never been more in vogue. From glass skin and hair to gel-polished manicures, the sentiment...
These Are The Lipglosses You Need In Your Makeup Bag With
Recent beauty trends have proven that a shiny finish has never been more in vogue. From glass skin and hair to gel-polished manicures, the sentiment...
Product Of The Week: Aunt Jackie’s No Rinse Scalp Refresh
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...
These CBD Essentials Elevated My Recovery Routine
What if the secret to your post-pilates zen or tension headache relief didn’t include a bottle of pain relievers? In our fast-paced culture, seeking natural...
Tyra Banks Nods To The Past With A Bouffant Bob
“Back in my young model days, photographers would test the light with a Polaroid,” ESSENCE’s March/April cover star Tyra Banks writes in an Instagram caption....
Tyra Banks Nods To The Past With A Bouffant Bob
“Back in my young model days, photographers would test the light with a Polaroid,” ESSENCE’s March/April cover star Tyra Banks writes in an Instagram caption....