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Tag: Erickka Sy Savane

This Mom Started An Insta-Famous Teeth Whitening Brand And Made Millions
Beauty · Entrepreneurship

This Mom Started An Insta-Famous Teeth Whitening Brand And Made Millions

The surprising backstory of Express Smile Atlanta Teeth Whitening Kits will leave you more inspired than ever.
By Erickka Sy Savane · Jul 14, 2017
8 Beginner Tips To Remember Before Creating Your Own Beauty App
Beauty · Entrepreneurship · How-To

8 Beginner Tips To Remember Before Creating Your Own Beauty App

Black women spend an estimated 7.5 billion dollars on beauty products a year and are among the highest users of mobile phones. Shouldn’t we also be at the forefront of app creation?

By Erickka Sy Savane · Jul 10, 2017
How Dianne Smith Turned A Domestic Violence Incident Into Art
Culture

How Dianne Smith Turned A Domestic Violence Incident Into Art

“People couldn’t believe it happened to me unless I showed them my photos. They had this preconceived idea of what a domestic violence victim should look like."
By Erickka Sy Savane · Jun 4, 2017
This Black Cosplayer Is On A Mission To Banish Nerd Culture Stereotypes
Beauty

This Black Cosplayer Is On A Mission To Banish Nerd Culture Stereotypes

Right now, about 2% of cosplayers are African American, and there are even fewer professional cosplayers.

By Erickka Sy Savane · Jun 1, 2017
7 Things To Remember If You're An Aspiring Makeup Artist
Makeup · Money & Career

7 Things To Remember If You're An Aspiring Makeup Artist

Emmy Award-winning artist Stephanie Cozart Burton shares her must-know tips, gathered from decades of experience with celebs, including her husband, 'Roots' actor LeVar Burton. 

By Erickka Sy Savane · May 17, 2017
How Sidra Smith Went From An Obsession With Hair Extensions To A Bald Head
Celebrity · Short Hairstyles

How Sidra Smith Went From An Obsession With Hair Extensions To A Bald Head

"I know that a bald head isn't for everyone, but this idea that long hair gets you more attention, or more dates, is a myth."
By Erickka Sy Savane · Apr 20, 2017
7 Things The Paul Wharton Beauty Line Does For Black Skin
Entrepreneurship · Skin

7 Things The Paul Wharton Beauty Line Does For Black Skin

Vivica Fox says it "gave my skin a glow that I didn’t even know was missing!"

By Erickka Sy Savane · Feb 15, 2017
Alvin Ailey's Hope Boykin On The Journey To Becoming Comfortable In Her Own Skin 
Culture

Alvin Ailey's Hope Boykin On The Journey To Becoming Comfortable In Her Own Skin 

For 17 years, the North Carolina native has been giving us the ‘theatrical experience’ that has made the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater one of the most celebrated dance companies in the world.

By Erickka Sy Savane · Jan 31, 2017
How A Brave 10 Year Old Overcame Her Obsession With Straight Hair
Straight Hair

How A Brave 10 Year Old Overcame Her Obsession With Straight Hair

"Being around so many beautiful black girls and women who love dance really helped me feel super proud to be me."

By Erickka Sy Savane · Jan 3, 2017
Finding A Way In Trump's America Through MLK's ‘Drum Major Instinct’
Culture · News

Finding A Way In Trump's America Through MLK's ‘Drum Major Instinct’

In President-elect Donald Trump, we have an example of what happens when "The Drum Major Instinct" goes completely ballistic. 

By Erickka Sy Savane · Dec 22, 2016
7 Ways To Prepare Kids For A Donald Trump Presidency
How-To · News

7 Ways To Prepare Kids For A Donald Trump Presidency

How do we protect our kids? How do we prepare them as best we can for what lies ahead?

By Erickka Sy Savane · Nov 24, 2016
7 Things To Know About Angela Davis Biopic Film Producer Sidra Smith
Culture

7 Things To Know About Angela Davis Biopic Film Producer Sidra Smith

Black girl magic is headed to the big screen.
 

By Erickka Sy Savane · Sep 29, 2016
Is It Inappropriate to Call Kids 'Sexy'?
Parenting

Is It Inappropriate to Call Kids 'Sexy'?

One mother discusses why over-sexualizing children could have an adverse effect.

By Erickka Sy Savane · Sep 13, 2016
Parenting

Is It Ever Okay For Your Partner to Ask You to Lose The Baby Weight?

Losing the baby weight can be a struggle, but should your partner ask you to lose it?

By Erickka Sy Savane · May 31, 2016
Parenting

The Girlfriends Guide to a Natural Childbirth

When it comes to a natural childbirth, you can't do it without your girlfriends. Here, Black women share everything you need to know.

By Erickka Sy Savane · May 31, 2016
Parenting

How To Develop The Right Pregnancy Mindset For Healthy Results

Many women go into pregnancy expecting to get fat, but that’s not always the case. Fitness expert Tarik Tyler shares the mindset that women should have when pregnant. When you know how you should be thinking in terms of maintaining good health, it's less likely you'll gain unnecessary weight.

By Erickka Sy Savane · May 12, 2016
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