Miracle Worker: ONE Facial Paper Masks
Inexpensive beauty treats make us jump for joy! Right now, we're loving ONE's new Night Nite Tonic Racial Paper Masks — not only do they make our skin extra radiant and moisturized, they cost just under two bucks! Simply wash your face as usual, dry off and place the facial mask over your face for fifteen to twenty minutes before bedtime. When finished, toss the mask and packaging in with your recyclables because they're 100% biodegradable. Fabulous for you and the environment! Night Nite Tonic Facial Paper Mask, $1.99, available at Target stores and Target.com Click here to check out our favorite "Miracle Workers"
read more...Miracle Worker: Kinky Curly Come Clean Shampoo
Hairstylists have always told us that hard water can wreak havoc on Black hair. But organic curl care line, Kinky Curly, has the answer to your water woes! Their new Come Clean Shampoo shields your strands against mineral-filled H2O and stubborn product build-up that can make your 'do look dull and blah. Plus, the formula manages to maintain your hair's moisturize balance. A must-have!
read more...Celeb Hairstylist Amoy Pitters Debuts Product Line
Calling all hairnistas: one of the most hotly anticipated haircare lines, Amoy Couture Hair, has finally hit shelves! Between running her own salon and beautifying the strands of Kerry Washington, Joy Bryant and Alicia Keys, superstar stylist Amoy Pitters (left) has developed a fabulous new hair collection dedicated to weave-wearers, natural girls and relaxed women alike...
read more...Miracle Worker: CoverGirl NatureLuxe Gloss Balm
Love the moisturizing benefits of balms, but need the sexy sheen of lip gloss? Enter CoverGirl's new NatureLuxe Gloss Balm, a fab new hybrid. Designed by make-up legend Pat McGrath, the portable sticks combine the creamy texture of balm with the shiny, sheer color of gloss. With sixteen shades to choose from, you can take your look from natural (Marble) to nighttime (Cabernet) in a flash. So genius! CoverGirl NatureLuxe Gloss Balm, $6.49, available at drugstores nationwide Check out our favorite "Miracle Workers," here!
read more...Miracle Worker: Motions Hold and Shine Styling Spray
Ever the hairstyle chameleon, Rihanna debuted a brand-new short wig at the 46th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards. Not only is the pixie cut super-flattering, her tresses look shinier and healthier than ever — no doubt, as a result of Motions' new Hold & Shine Styling Spray. We heard that RiRi's genius hairstylist, Ursula Stephen, loves this new glossifying product, and uses it to add a sparkly gleam and a humidity-resistant, light hold to her superstar clients' 'dos (she also works with Monica, Keyshia Cole and Michelle Williams). Perfect for use on both natural and relaxed hair, this spritz practically guarantees sexy, touchable tresses. Motions Hold & Shine Styling Spray, $4, at drugstores. Check out our favorite "Miracle Workers" here!
read more...Miracle Worker: Say Yes To Tomatoes Pore Scrub
No matter your age, blackheads can be inevitable — which is why we're head over heels for Say Yes To Tomatoes' new Clear Skin Pore Scrub. Mild enough for daily use, this gentle exfoliator is made with antioxidant-rich tomatoes (clearly!), mango seeds and a special blend of ginger root and bisabolol to reduce redness around blemishes. One ESSENCE staffer raved that, unlike most acne-fighting products on the market, Clear Skin Pore Scrub didn't leave her skin feeling tight and super-dry after she washed her face. Love! Say Yes To Tomatoes Clear Skin Pore Scrub, $9.99, available at yestocarrots.com Click here for more information on our favorite "Miracle Workers"
read more...Miracle Worker: Uncle Funky's Daughter
We're always on the lookout for fabulous, natural hair-friendly products, and our latest discovery, Uncle Funky's Daughter, is one of our favorites! This Houston-based, eco-friendly line is all about enhancing your natural texture. Their star product, the Good Hair Conditioning Styling Cream, is chock full of organic, moisturizing jojoba oil to help detangle, defrizz, and add definition to natural curls. And we're obsessed with the tongue-in-cheek product names (read: Rich & Funky and Curly Magic) that promote curl power, no matter your texture...
read more...Miracle Worker: Malin + Goetz Hair Pomade
Every women needs a secret weapon in her hair arsenal to whip her strands into shape. Creams can be heavy, gels can be sticky, but Malin + Goetz' Hair Pomade ($20, malinandgoetz.com) is just right. For use on wet or dry hair, this versatile product can be used to reduce frizz, define curls, create texture, or slick hair back into a sleek bun or pony. Plus, the packaging is eco-friendly and recyclable — now, we can look great and make a difference! Click here to check out our favorite "Miracle Workers"
read more...Miracle Worker: Olay Luscious Embrace Body Wash
This spring, your local drugstore becomes a bit more glamorous with the debut of Olay's new Luscious Embrace Body Wash ($5.09, ulta.com). Spiked with moisturizing, ash-busting jojoba oil, it cleanses, nourishes and leaves your skin feeling baby-soft. And the exotic orchid scent is both wildly sensual and light enough not to interfere with your perfume! For the ultimate indulgence...
read more...Miracle Worker: Nature's Gate Jojoba Conditioner
We can't decide what we love more about Esperanza Spalding, her soulful voice or her glorious 'fro! We do know this: the bass-playing beauty keeps her tresses in check with Nature's Gate Jojoba Revitalizing Conditioner. Made with seven healthy hair nutrients, including soy and vegetable proteins, the intensive moisturizing conditioner is free from harmful chemical and gentle enough for everyday use. No wonder it's Esperanza's go-to product! Nature's Gate Jojoba Revitalizing Conditioner, $7.29, natures-gate.com Click here to check out our favorite "Miracle Workers."
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