Beauty
Jul 11, 2025
9 Of Lil’ Kim’s Most Iconic Beauty Moments
From her theatrical makeup moments to iconic purple wig, look back on the Queen Bee’s best beauty looks in honor of her birthday today.
Makeup
Beauty
Jul 11, 2025
Danessa Myricks Celebrates Her 10th Anniversary With New ColorFix Stix
The makeup artist released her very first eyeshadow stick on the anniversary of her original ColorFix pigment.
Beauty
Jul 8, 2025
Black Lipstick At Schiaparelli's Fall/Winter 2025 Show Was A Nod To The Past
Makeup maven Pat McGrath referenced Black women and black-and-white photography in this season's couture beauty look.
Beauty
Jul 8, 2025
Are Fake Lashes Harmful For Black Women?
With DIY lashes as a recession beauty indicator, clients are turning into untrained lash techs which may be more harmful to your eyes than you think.
Beauty
Jul 6, 2025
Sam Fine's 2025 Essence Festival Masterclass Was All About "Blonzing"
The legendary makeup artist breaks down how to marry bronzer and blush on deeper skin tones.
Beauty
Jul 5, 2025
Lauryn Hill Endorsed Summer’s Biggest Eyeshadow Trend At The 2025 ESSENCE Festival
During the evening concert series, the artist closed day one with a black-tailed blue eyeshadow look.
Makeup
Beauty
May 20, 2019
13 Makeup Looks To Inspire The Bride-To-Be
This is must-see wedding makeup for WOC.
Beauty
May 23, 2019
Yara Shahidi’s Inspiring Get Ready With Me Tutorial Reminds Us To Have Fun With Makeup
“Your face is a canvas.”
Beauty
May 10, 2019
Michael B. Jordan’s Rumored New Love Interest Is Gorgeous Without Makeup
If you don’t know Cindy Bruna, you better ask Michael B. Jordan.
Beauty
Jul 25, 2019
You Have To See These Lion King Inspired Makeup Looks
Be prepared, these beauties slayed.
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Beauty
Feb 27, 2025
'Less Is More' Black-Owned Beauty Products To Try
Senior Beauty Editor Akili King discusses her favorite Black-owned beauty finds that do it all.
Beauty
Jan 26, 2021
Niecy Nash Is Partnering With Skincare Brand No7 For An Awesome Cause
The actress is helping mobilize women to get them back into the workforce.
Beauty
Aug 13, 2020
This Expert Hack For Color Matching Foundation Really Works
Next time you’re shopping for new foundation, try this before you buy.
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Beauty
Jun 16, 2025
ICYMI: FKA Twigs Goes Ginger, And More
In case you missed it, here are 9 of last week's best celebrity beauty moments.
Awards & Events
Jun 11, 2025
ESSENCE Beauty Diary: Get Ready With Novi Brown For The 25th Annual BET Awards
Brown gives us the scoop on how her team constructed her timeless look.
Awards & Events
Jun 10, 2025
ESSENCE Beauty Diary: Get Ready With Julissa Bermudez For The BET Awards
The red carpet veteran explains her getting ready process, from her spa-centric skin prep to the products behind her look.
Awards & Events
Jun 10, 2025
Teyana Taylor's Makeup Artist Breaks Down Her BET Awards Look
The actress’s makeup artist discusses how to achieve her signature red carpet beat.
Awards & Events
Jun 9, 2025
All The Best Beauty Looks From The 2025 BET Awards
From Keke Palmer's ginger bob to sunset acrylics on Doechii, here are all the best beauty moments from the red carpet.
Awards & Events
Jun 9, 2025
How Cynthia Erivo's Romantic Tony Awards Glam Came Together
The actress's nail and makeup artists breakdown her ethereal skin, feathered lashes, and romantic French tips from this year's awards show.
Beauty
Jun 9, 2025
ICYMI: Taraji P. Henson and Teyana Taylor’s ‘Straw’ Premiere Pixie Cuts, And More
In case you missed it, take a look at 9 of the best celebrity beauty moments from the week.
Beauty
Jun 4, 2025
Pat McGrath’s Latest Launch Will Elevate Your Summer Lip Combo
Launched this week, the makeup artist's latest product, the Legendary Longwear Lip Liner, will last all day long.
Beauty
Jun 4, 2025
In The Chair With: Naïma Bremer
The Fenty Beauty Global Artistry Ambassador shares her favorite makeup looks, top makeup tips, and the products she can’t live without.