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These Are The Next Best Options Before Botox And Filler

“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...

How Facial Reflexology Promotes Full Body Homeostasis

In between environmental, personal and humanitarian unrest, it’s natural to feel an inner imbalance. Learning new techniques to help reduce stress, fatigue and anxiety, among...

These Are The Top 3 Expert-Approved Wig Installation Tips

April 2024 was the warmest April on record in NOAA’s 175-year record. Meanwhile, last month marked the 12th consecutive month of record-breaking weather. With temperatures...

Getting Free 

My first visit to Freedom Apothecary is for a brunch there, in celebration of Black women. Upon arriving, I see a sidewalk sign that reads,...

Aja Monet’s New Audio Play “Voices” Centers Black Femme Stories

It’s unfortunate that violence against Black women has long been a problem, making movements like #SayHerName so important. This reality is what inspired Surrealist Blues...

Yasmine Cheyenne’s Best Confidence Tip Is To Trust Your Intuition

The best confidence and beauty lesson Yasmine Cheyenne learned thus far is to trust her intuition. It makes sense that her new book, Wisdom of...

The Benefits Of Opting for Gel-X Nails Over Traditional Acrylics

With naked nails trending, using a nail extension system that looks natural can level up your no-nicure. Unlike traditional acrylics, which are known to be...

Product of the Week: Nazuk Beauty Rose Face and Hair Mist

For years, I have loved rose mist. Not only do I love smelling like roses, but I also simply love how refreshing it feels on...

5 Local Beauty Salons To Visit In New Orleans

A vacation is not complete without booking a trip to the beauty salon. If you’re traveling to New Orleans for the 30th ESSENCE Festival of...

The Truth About Beauty Supplements, According To An Expert

In recent years, the popularity of hair, skin, and nail supplements has skyrocketed, fueled by endorsements from celebrities and influencers. We’ve all seen #hairgoals and...