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Articles by: Michelle Darrisaw

9 Cruelty-Free And Vegan Beauty Brands You Should Know About To Protect Your Melanin Magic
Beauty · Skin

9 Cruelty-Free And Vegan Beauty Brands You Should Know About To Protect Your Melanin Magic

Finding completely vegan and non-toxic beauty products was once like finding a needle in a haystack. Throw in Black- or women of color (WOC)-owned makeup brands and cosmetics, and the […]
By Michelle Darrisaw · Sep 12, 2018
Meet Marco Borges, The Man Who Helped Beyoncé Get In Formation On A Vegan Diet
Lifestyle

Meet Marco Borges, The Man Who Helped Beyoncé Get In Formation On A Vegan Diet

We all watched in awe as Beyoncé danced, stomped and twirled back and forth across the stage during her historic performance at Coachella back in April. The two-hour, jam-packed performance […]
By Michelle Darrisaw · Sep 5, 2018
Why We Need Black Breastfeeding Week and This Hands-Free Pump To Raise Awareness And Normalize Breastfeeding
Lifestyle

Why We Need Black Breastfeeding Week and This Hands-Free Pump To Raise Awareness And Normalize Breastfeeding

The month of August is traditionally devoted to increasing breastfeeding awareness. Between August 1 and August 7, we observe World Breastfeeding Week by encouraging breastfeeding, providing support to nursing mothers, […]
By Michelle Darrisaw · Aug 27, 2018
When Your Horoscopes Don't Cut It, Follow These Black Astrologers To Get You Through The Day
Lifestyle

When Your Horoscopes Don't Cut It, Follow These Black Astrologers To Get You Through The Day

If you’re anything like us, you can’t get enough of astrology and cosmic content. But what’s a girl to do when the YouTube videos aren’t cutting it and you’ve read […]
By Michelle Darrisaw · Aug 27, 2018
Where You'll Meet Your Soulmate, Based On Your Horoscope Sign
Love & Sex · Relationships

Where You'll Meet Your Soulmate, Based On Your Horoscope Sign

Are you looking for love in all the wrong places? Well, there’s a chance the zodiac could help. Certain traits of your astrological sign could lead you down the right […]
By Michelle Darrisaw · Aug 22, 2018
Your Guide to Romantic Comedies, Based On What You’re Going Through
Love & Sex · Relationships

Your Guide to Romantic Comedies, Based On What You’re Going Through

Whether you’re happily in love or dealing with some problems in your relationship, there are plenty of romantic comedies out there for every experience, mood and situation. And we couldn’t […]
By Michelle Darrisaw · Aug 22, 2018
This Student’s New Dorm Room Went Viral Because Her Style Is Next Level
Lifestyle

This Student’s New Dorm Room Went Viral Because Her Style Is Next Level

It’s that time of year again, where college-goers are packing up their lives to move into their tiny, temporary home away from home. Campus move-in day can be stressful yet […]
By Michelle Darrisaw · Aug 21, 2018
Why Is My Period Late? Here Are 5 Reasons That Have Nothing To Do With Being Pregnant
Lifestyle

Why Is My Period Late? Here Are 5 Reasons That Have Nothing To Do With Being Pregnant

Uh-oh! Your period is late. Safe to assume you’re probably pregnant, right? Wrong. If you’ve taken a pregnant test and the results are negative, then all signs point to wonky […]
By Michelle Darrisaw · Aug 17, 2018
Are You As Fancy As You Think? Here Are The Food Etiquette Rules You're Most Likely Breaking
ESSENCE Eats · Lifestyle

Are You As Fancy As You Think? Here Are The Food Etiquette Rules You're Most Likely Breaking

Even if you have impeccable manners and know which fork to use at dinner parties, there are probably a few etiquette rules you haven’t been following. For example, did you […]
By Michelle Darrisaw · Aug 17, 2018
Barack And Michelle Obama React To Aretha Franklin’s Death: ‘She Will Forever Be Our Queen of Soul’
Celebrity

Barack And Michelle Obama React To Aretha Franklin’s Death: ‘She Will Forever Be Our Queen of Soul’

In the wake of Aretha Franklin’s death at the age of 76, celebrities, fans and former presidents are collectively mourning the loss of the “Queen of Soul.” Joining the list […]
By Michelle Darrisaw · Aug 16, 2018
Serena Williams On Her Postpartum Symptoms And Motherhood: ‘I’m Really Sad—I’ve Had Meltdowns’
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Serena Williams On Her Postpartum Symptoms And Motherhood: ‘I’m Really Sad—I’ve Had Meltdowns’

Since giving birth to 11-month-old daughter Alexis Olympia, tennis royalty and Nike ambassador Serena Williams, 36, has been vocal about her postpartum emotions, as well as the triumphs and tribulations […]
By Michelle Darrisaw · Aug 16, 2018
Here's What Type of Friend You Are, Based on Your Horoscope
Lifestyle

Here's What Type of Friend You Are, Based on Your Horoscope

Within every clique, each person plays a specific role. Whether you’re the listener or the leader, each member of the squad knows how important it is to maintain their position […]
By Michelle Darrisaw · Aug 15, 2018
Is Bae Hiding Something From You? Here Are 5 Easy Ways To Tell
Love & Sex · Relationships

Is Bae Hiding Something From You? Here Are 5 Easy Ways To Tell

Nothing is worse than thinking your boo isn’t trustworthy and has been lying to you. That sinking feeling you have in your chest right now that bae is hiding something […]
By Michelle Darrisaw · Aug 14, 2018
Can You Use Jell-O to Treat Dry Nails? Plus, 7 Other Popular Nail Myths, Debunked
Beauty

Can You Use Jell-O to Treat Dry Nails? Plus, 7 Other Popular Nail Myths, Debunked

From cutting your cuticles to help your nails grow faster to the white spots on your nails indicating that you may have a calcium deficiency, we’ve all heard popular myths about […]
By Michelle Darrisaw · Aug 14, 2018
Kitchen Cute: We’re Obsessed With These New Spatulas Designed by Questlove, Laila Ali and Skai Jackson
ESSENCE Eats · Lifestyle

Kitchen Cute: We’re Obsessed With These New Spatulas Designed by Questlove, Laila Ali and Skai Jackson

What do Questlove, Laila Ali and Skai Jackson all have in common—besides besides being dope and Black, of course? They’ve just joined the cohort of celebrities using their star power […]
By Michelle Darrisaw · Aug 13, 2018
Sanya Richards-Ross Throws Son ‘Deucey' An Epic First Birthday Party
Celebrity

Sanya Richards-Ross Throws Son ‘Deucey' An Epic First Birthday Party

Sanya Richards-Ross and her husband, NFL cornerback Aaron Ross, threw an epic first birthday party for their son, Aaron “Deucey” Ross II, on Sunday, August 12.  Clearly inspired by the […]
By Michelle Darrisaw · Aug 13, 2018
5 Signs Your Summer Relationship Will Last Past Labor Day
Love & Sex · Relationships

5 Signs Your Summer Relationship Will Last Past Labor Day

The end of summer is fast approaching, ladies. Are you already starting to worry whether your fiery summer romance with bae will last past Labor Day? We get it. Without […]
By Michelle Darrisaw · Aug 10, 2018
How Serena Williams Plans To Teach Baby Olympia About Her Ancestors and Her Roots
Celebrity · Celebrity Moms

How Serena Williams Plans To Teach Baby Olympia About Her Ancestors and Her Roots

It’s evident that Serena Williams and Alexis Ohanian’s 11-month-old daughter, Alexis Olympia, has a one-of-a-kind personality. Thanks to a recent revelation the tennis champ shared with ESSENCE, baby Olympia has already […]
By Michelle Darrisaw · Aug 10, 2018
12 Years After Tying The Knot, These High School Sweethearts Finally Went On Their First Honeymoon
Love & Sex · Relationships

12 Years After Tying The Knot, These High School Sweethearts Finally Went On Their First Honeymoon

When Carline and Vershumn Smothers, both 35, celebrate their 12-year wedding anniversary in December, the couple will have another milestone to honor: going on their very first honeymoon since walking […]
By Michelle Darrisaw · Aug 9, 2018

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