Dope Stuff on My Desk: All The Products Your Hair Needs This Fall
To treat your tresses right, start with these hair-perfecting finds!
The Mane Attraction: Tracee Ellis Ross Is Living Her Juiciest Life
We’re wrapped up in all things Tracee Ellis Ross, who has launched her own hair care line. Here she reflects on what it means to be a badass Black woman showing up in the world as her most beautiful self—both inside and out.
Dope Stuff On My Desk: Score Big This Summer With These Spectacular Finds
We always have such a fun time pulling together these Dope Stuff features—and the July/August issue was no different. This month we were inspired by all the fun we have […]
Dope Stuff On My Desk: Hot Curls & Hot Colors!
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All Hail The Queen: How Iman Went From Running to Ruling A Beauty Empire
Being the most famous model out of Africa doesn’t begin to encompass the dreams she has for herself. Running an inclusive global beauty empire—along with empowering young women of color around the world and being a dedicated mother—is the legacy she’s still growing.
The Natural Hair Academy Continues To Deliver Magic As It Celebrates Its Eighth Annual Event
Another amazing reason to plan a trip to Paris!
Amanda Seales Gets Gorgeous in Grenada For Our June Fashion Feature
Actress Amanda Seales, host of NBC's new comedy competition series Bring The Funny, transforms the season's dreamiest sartorial finds into stunning reality. As we traversed the Spice Island -- her mother's homeland -- we left pieces of our hearts at every stop along the way.
Mother And Daughter Duo Tonya Lewis Lee And Satchel Lee Shine Bright In Spring's Hottest Trend
What happens when two quintessential New Yorkers who live in the color black get dolled up in head-turning brights? Pure fashion magic!
Black Women In Beauty: 15 Beauty Executives Who Are Changing The Industry
A growing number of extraordinary Black women executives are holding space in the beauty industry and changing it from the inside out. Thank goodness! Find out what taking charge means to each trailblazer.
Vast Beauty: Celebrate The Diversity Within Our Diversity
The dimensions of our blackness are limitless.
Gucci Pushes For Even More Diversity With The Launch Of The Changemakers Scholarship And Fund
The luxury brand is showing its commitment to inclusivity.
Ruth E. Carter Becomes The First Black Woman To Win Oscar For Best Costume Design
History has been made!
The Hair And Beauty Moments On The 2019 Oscars Red Carpet Are Sensational
Don't miss all the head-turning looks!
Exclusive Look At The Stunning 2019 ESSENCE Black Women In Hollywood Portraits
You've got to see this beautiful and inspiring photos!
Gucci Launches Action Plan To Increase Diversity After 'Blackface' Sweater Apology
The Italian fashion house announces four new initiatives to become more diverse and inclusive.
Silver Streak: Celebrate And Embrace The Beauty Of Gray Hair At Any Age
Four women share how their gray strands serve as one their superpowers and how you can make it one of yours too.
Watch Vivrant Thing: Highlight Your Eyes With This Halo Eye Tutorial
Watch and follow our step-by-step halo eye makeup tutorial thanks to makeup artist Stephen Hudson.
Watch 'PRIMP': Learn A Few Stylish Ways To Wear Your Natural Hair Underneath Your Hat
Here are a few different and covenient ways to wear your hat.