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Akili King
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17 Times Pharrell Changed The Beauty & Grooming Game
When it comes to aging like fine wine, Pharrell Williams built a league of his own. For decades, the multi-hyphenate mogul has delivered culture-defining beats,…
Jill Scott’s Beauty Evolution
The beauty identity of Jill Scott began with a question proposed on her very first album: Who Is Jill Scott? The album, released in 2000,…
The Black-Owned March Beauty Drops We’re Obsessed With
In the ‘By Us Beauty’ series, our editors discuss the hottest Black-owned products in the beauty sphere that you should know about. In this iteration,…
The Best Pixie Cuts Of All Time
With pixie cuts trending, you may be wondering what makes a pixie cut legendary? Is it the shape? The length? Texture? Or, simply, who’s wearing…
This New Beauty Series Makes Black Makeup Artists More Visible
In an industry full of insiders, this new cultural beauty series is unlocking the gate-kept door. The Beauty Breakdown, a live series spotlighting emerging artists…
Why You Should Be Dressing For The Life You Want
There’s a version of you that already exists. She arrives early, drinks water before coffee, sends the email, picks up the check, books the flight,…
Is Human Braiding Hair Safer Than Synthetic?
Last year, Consumer Reports conducted a study that found carcinogens, a substance that can increase the risk of cancer, in 10 popular synthetic braiding hair…
A Beauty Lover’s Guide To Mexico City
This spring, Mexico City (CDMX) has been trending all over TikTok as an affordable destination for beauty and wellness lovers. With over 5.5 million posts…
Marsai Martin’s Sophisticated Prada Look & More Celeb Fashion
Our favorite celebs have been out and about everywhere, from across the pond at the MOBO Awards in Manchester to appearances at the iHeartRadio Music…
Chaka Khan Shares Skincare Tips & More Beauty Moments
Over the last week, celebrity beauty looks embodied all things spring. While the season started over a week ago, it’s finally feeling like it. For…