Whether you’re searching for new Black-owned brands to support or upgrading your daily glam ritual, Akili’s top picks will steer you in the right direction.
Sun-kissed cheeks, braided bobs, and more beauty moments from your favorite celebs.
One ESSENCE beauty editor spent her holiday in the Equinox Hotel sleep lab—here’s how to deepen your sleep at home this season.
Both singers, and all of their guests, had flawless hair and makeup moments at single every stop.
Senior Beauty Editor Akili King discusses her favorite Black-owned beauty finds that do it all.
Just in time for silk press season, this beauty writer opens up her home to the on-demand beauty service to experience their new service.
Founder Teri Johnson and Kitt’s daughter, Kitt Shapiro, translated the icon’s legacy and charm into a new fragrance collection.
The fashion and beauty icon is lighting up the Chelsea Table + Stage with live music, legacy, and liberation—streaming live and in person.
From replacing eyeshadow with lashes to niche self-care tools, 6 editors share the beauty and wellness trends they’re looking forward to.
Skin experts explain how to do face yoga, the unexpected risks, and realistic results you can actually expect.
In this iteration of ‘By Us Beauty’ ESSENCE’s Senior Beauty Editor Akili King shares her favorite Black, celebrity-owned beauty launches from 2025.
Even with endless launches crossing their desks, these creators still have the special products they are hoping to receive, splurge on, and gift to their closest friends.
One beauty writer shares her experience with this radiant skin-boosting moisturizer.
One beauty writer discusses how a hair mask is the new essential for the health of her color-processed, natural hair.
One writer details how a year without alcohol changed everything about her skin and health.
One editor shares how she kept her skin calm, hydrated, and glowing through freezing winds and high-altitude dryness on a winter ski trip.
The most influential makeup artist in the world shares a step-by-step guide to her favorite New Year's makeup look to ring in 2026.
A beauty writer shares her experience using this lip mask for dry lips.
Going to a holiday party? A makeup artist breaks down the martini makeup trend's decadent olive eyeshadow and rose-beige lip.
A beauty writer travels to Florida to see if this targeted treatment could finally address fine lines, texture, and hyperpigmentation.
Dermatologist Dr. Howard-Verović gives advice on post-treatment skin repair – and the best products to do it with.
Nail artist Kinaya Haug breaks down the threat of acrylic sets and her pro tips to avoid nail damage this season.
Esthetician and founder of Black Skin Directory, Dija Ayodele tells us everything you need to know about protecting your skin barrier.
