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Author: Samantha Callender

It’s Not Just A Hairstyle: Why Kim Kardashian’s Crediting of Bo Derek As A Fulani Braid Inspiration Is Problematic
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It’s Not Just A Hairstyle: Why Kim Kardashian’s Crediting of Bo Derek As A Fulani Braid Inspiration Is Problematic

By Samantha Callender · Feb 5, 2018
Tamar Braxton Breaks Silence On Divorce From Vincent Herbert, Says She Couldn't Stay Married For 'Face Value'
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Tamar Braxton Debuts A New Pixie Cut, That's Fierce and Super Sexy

By Samantha Callender · Feb 2, 2018
Teen Hopes To Start Self-Love Movement After Bully Rips Wig Off Her Head In $5 Bet
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This Hair Company Just Donated a New Wig to Bullied Teen Lauren 'Lulu' Williams

By Samantha Callender · Feb 2, 2018
Colour Is The Easy-To-Use Hairstyling App Every Black Women Should Download
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Colour Is The Easy-To-Use Hairstyling App Every Black Women Should Download

By Samantha Callender · Feb 1, 2018
Meet Billie, The Affordable Monthly Beauty Club That Also Gives Back
Beauty

Meet Billie, The Affordable Monthly Beauty Club That Also Gives Back

By Samantha Callender · Feb 1, 2018
Tracee Ellis Ross Has the Best Beauty Hack For Concealing Uneven Hair Strands
Beauty

Tracee Ellis Ross Has the Best Beauty Hack For Concealing Uneven Hair Strands

By Samantha Callender · Jan 31, 2018
Check Out Lupita Nyong’o’s Royal Look At The 'Black Panther' Premiere
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Check Out Lupita Nyong’o’s Royal Look At The 'Black Panther' Premiere

By Samantha Callender · Jan 30, 2018
Angela Bassett Glows On The 'Black Panther' Red Carpet
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Angela Bassett Glows On The 'Black Panther' Red Carpet

By Samantha Callender · Jan 30, 2018
'90s Cartoon-Inspired Makeup is the Latest Beauty Trend to Hit Instagram
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'90s Cartoon-Inspired Makeup is the Latest Beauty Trend to Hit Instagram

By Samantha Callender · Jan 26, 2018
Sanaa Lathan is Bald And Absolutely Beautiful In Her Latest Photo Shoot
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Sanaa Lathan is Bald And Absolutely Beautiful In Her Latest Photo Shoot

By Samantha Callender · Jan 26, 2018
Cynthia Bailey Shows Off A Makeup-Free Face On the 'Gram
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Cynthia Bailey Shows Off A Makeup-Free Face On the 'Gram

By Samantha Callender · Jan 26, 2018
Black-Owned Beauty Brand 'The Doux' Blends Love Of Natural Haircare And Classic Hip-Hop
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Black-Owned Beauty Brand 'The Doux' Blends Love Of Natural Haircare And Classic Hip-Hop

By Samantha Callender · Jan 26, 2018
This Husband’s Heartfelt Thank You To Fenty Beauty Is Too Sweet
Beauty · Love & Sex

This Husband’s Heartfelt Thank You To Fenty Beauty Is Too Sweet

By Samantha Callender · Jan 24, 2018
7 Jaw-Dropping Beauty Trends We Need To Leave in 2017
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7 Jaw-Dropping Beauty Trends We Need To Leave in 2017

By Samantha Callender · Dec 22, 2017
The #blackmom Approved Beauty Brands that Make Perfect Christmas Gifts
Beauty · Christmas

The #blackmom Approved Beauty Brands that Make Perfect Christmas Gifts

By Samantha Callender · Dec 4, 2017
Aja Naomi King Is The New Face of L'Oréal Paris And We Couldn't Be Happier
Beauty · Celebrity

Aja Naomi King Is The New Face of L'Oréal Paris And We Couldn't Be Happier

By Samantha Callender · Dec 1, 2017
Diana Ross Launches New Fragrance 'Diamond Diana' With HSN
Beauty · Celebrity

Diana Ross Launches New Fragrance 'Diamond Diana' With HSN

By Samantha Callender · Nov 30, 2017
15 Amazing Solange-Inspired Beaded Hairstyles You Have To See From Instagram
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15 Amazing Solange-Inspired Beaded Hairstyles You Have To See From Instagram

By Samantha Callender · Nov 12, 2017
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