Beauty
Jul 9, 2025
I Tried A Numbing Brazilian Wax Just In Time For Summer—Was It Worth It?
This ESSENCE beauty editor is going "full bush in a bikini" this season if a numbing wax can't help reduce the pain of hair removal.
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Beauty
Jul 7, 2025
A Guide To Using Retinol In The Summer
Skin expert Samantha Mims walks us through some key steps to getting the most out of our retinol this summer.
Beauty
Jul 1, 2025
These Items Will Complete Your Essence Festival Beauty Bag
One beauty writer dishes on the ten products she keeps in her rotation, all summer long.
Beauty
Jul 1, 2025
Rough Skin? Topicals Just Launched A Body Bar For Keratosis Pilaris
The beauty brand's new Slather Bar is a solution to your bumpy skin, making smooth textures more accessible this summer.
Beauty
Jul 1, 2025
Product Of The Week: Eighth Day Regenerative Serum
One writer explains how a serum helped target her hyperpigmentation and congestion without making her skin react.
Beauty
Jun 30, 2025
These Are The Makeup-Friendly Sunscreens You Need For Essence Festival
One beauty writer puts a round of makeup-friendly sunscreens to the test.
Skin
Beauty
Jun 7, 2019
9 Travel-Friendly Beauty Towelettes That Will Leave Your Skin Feeling Fresh and Clean
Glow on the go!
Beauty
May 21, 2019
Why Skincare Brands Should Be Developing Products For The Skin Down There
Some companies are making sure their skincare products cover all of your parts.
Beauty
May 23, 2019
After 30 Years In The Game Meagan Good Is Still Skin-sational
The actress unlocks the body care secrets to a radiant-looking summer.
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Beauty
Aug 8, 2023
The New Pill Found to Reverse the Aging Process
Harvard Medical School scientists’ new research says they discovered new drugs found to reverse the aging process.
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Beauty
May 27, 2025
Product Of The Week: KNC Beauty Leaf Eye Mask
An ESSENCE beauty writer shares his experience with the eye mask that de-puffs his under eyes and makes him look awake.
Beauty
May 23, 2025
ICYMI: Sabrina Elba's Cannes Beauty, And More
In case you missed it, take a look back at the best beauty moments from the week.
Beauty
May 19, 2025
Truth Is: A Clinical Facial Might Be The Key To Your Best Skin Yet
Our resident Skin Therapist Samantha Mims highlights the nuances between clinical treatments and facials.
Beauty
May 16, 2025
Here's What Happened To My Skin After Going To An Icelandic Spa
Inside Reykjavik’s first 5-star hotel’s spa and the cult wellness practices that made an ESSENCE beauty editor’s skin thrive.
Beauty
May 15, 2025
Savannah James’ New Skincare Brand, Reframe, Was Inspired By Her Daughter
James sat down to chat exclusively with ESSENCE about her new beauty brand, mental health practices, and more.
Beauty
May 15, 2025
Jasmine Tookes' New Brand Aims To Cure Your 'Beauty Burnout'
The model just launched her first beauty brand, Brunel, with a collection of body oils meant to cure your beauty burnout.
Beauty
May 12, 2025
ICYMI: Taraji P. Henson's Cowboy Carter Grills, And More
In case you missed it, take a look at 10 of the best celebrity beauty moments from the week.
Beauty
May 7, 2025
EXCLUSIVE: Halle Berry Shares Her Met Gala 2025 Glam Process
The Oscar-winning actress shares how she embodied LaQuan Smith’s vision with a sleek, sculpted glam.
Beauty
May 6, 2025
Truth Is: How This Esthetician Preps Celebrities For The Met Gala
Our resident esthetician and “Truth Is” columnist dishes on what it’s like to get Hollywood’s brightest stars ready for fashion’s biggest night out.