Akili King
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A Beauty Guru Guide On Beauty Rest
The most important part of anyone’s beauty routine is rest. A lack of sleep can impact our mental health, energy, and physical appearance. Nothing is...
Product Of The Week: Christian Louboutin’s Fétiche Le Cuir Eau De Parfum
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...
ICYMI: Kerry Washington, Tems, And More
With one week left in 2024, this year’s biggest celebrity beauty trends have proven to be more easily accessible than ever before. This week, we’re...
New Beauty Launches You Should Know This Holiday Season
The holiday season is here, and with it comes a calendar packed with festive parties, family gatherings, and glitzy year-end celebrations. Whether you’re prepping for...
Florence Oginni’s Guide To Winter Lip Looks
Since joining TikTok, influencer and model Florence Oginni has established herself as a beauty guru. Her soft glam looks and step-by-step tutorials have drawn in...
A Guide To The Best Holiday Blushes For Deeper Skin Tones
The blush boom of 2024 is indisputable. Over the last year, we’ve seen innovations in formulas and application methods, along with countless launches and more...
The French Curl Bob Is The Most Holiday-Ready Look
Braids are the gift that keep on giving. Switch yours up with this season’s most holiday-ready look: the French curl bob. “French curl braids are...
Is The Button Nose Contour The Most Pro-Black Makeup Trend Right Now?
“Contouring is a way of adding dimension and sculpting the face to bring out someone’s bone structure,” MAC Senior Artist Fatima Thomas tells ESSENCE. However,...
Couple-Care: Andre Austin And Yeabsera Wolfe
Couple-Care is a monthly series highlighting inspiring couples in our community. Each couple discusses how “couple-care” sustains their relationship, the self-care lessons they’ve learned from...
Cardi B Serves Sultry Realness With New Brunette ‘Do
It’s not new news that Cardi B always looks fly. From past red carpets and award shows to fashion-forward events, she’s rocked everything from fiery...