Beauty
Dec 23, 2025
Blush And Lip Combos Perfect For The Holiday Season
From berry lips to rustic blush, here's the makeup expert guide to blush and lip combos for deeper skin tones this holiday season.
Makeup
Beauty
Dec 22, 2025
ICYMI: Keke Palmer’s Pixie Cut Gets Darker And More Best Celebrity Beauty Moments
From pixie cuts to sculptural braids, take a look at 8 of the best celebrity beauty moments from the week.
Beauty
Dec 21, 2025
The Best Black Woman-Approved Holiday Beauty Gift Kits
As gifting hauls fall out of season, here are 9 of the most intentional beauty gift kits to give your loved ones over the holidays.
Beauty
Dec 17, 2025
In The Chair With: Kim Baker
The super model turned makeup artist and brand founder opens up about her favorite products, her top glam tips, and more.
Beauty
Dec 15, 2025
ESSENCE’s Senior Beauty Editor Shares Her Top WeLoveUs.Shop Picks
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.
Beauty
Dec 15, 2025
ICYMI: Ciara's Jet Black Hair And More Celebrity Beauty Moments From The Week
Sun-kissed cheeks, braided bobs, and more beauty moments from your favorite celebs.
Beauty
Dec 12, 2025
Dionne Warwick's Iconic Beauty Moments
From bouffant coifs to stunning red lips, celebrate the historic entertainer's 85th birthday with her best beauty moments.
Beauty
Dec 10, 2025
The Perfect Self-Care Gifts For Each Astrological Element
Our resident Skin Therapist Samantha Mims teams up with an Astrologist to share a guide to the best wellness items to give your loved ones this season.
Beauty
Dec 10, 2025
The Best Holiday Makeup Products From ESSENCE's WeLoveUs.Shop
From glitter shadow to pigmented lip gloss, up the glamour on your holiday makeup with these Black-owned products from our marketplace.
Makeup
Beauty
May 20, 2019
13 Makeup Looks To Inspire The Bride-To-Be
This is must-see wedding makeup for WOC.
Beauty
May 23, 2019
Yara Shahidi’s Inspiring Get Ready With Me Tutorial Reminds Us To Have Fun With Makeup
“Your face is a canvas.”
Beauty
May 10, 2019
Michael B. Jordan’s Rumored New Love Interest Is Gorgeous Without Makeup
If you don’t know Cindy Bruna, you better ask Michael B. Jordan.
Beauty
Jul 25, 2019
You Have To See These Lion King Inspired Makeup Looks
Be prepared, these beauties slayed.
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Beauty
Feb 27, 2025
'Less Is More' Black-Owned Beauty Products To Try
Senior Beauty Editor Akili King discusses her favorite Black-owned beauty finds that do it all.
Beauty
Jan 26, 2021
Niecy Nash Is Partnering With Skincare Brand No7 For An Awesome Cause
The actress is helping mobilize women to get them back into the workforce.
Beauty
Aug 13, 2020
This Expert Hack For Color Matching Foundation Really Works
Next time you’re shopping for new foundation, try this before you buy.
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Beauty
Nov 17, 2025
7 Budget-Friendly Blushes With High Impact
Flex a gorgeous pop of color with these affordable blushes from Ami Colé, Juvia’s Place, and more.
Beauty
Nov 17, 2025
Our Favorite Beauty Moments From The 2025 Governors Awards
From Queen Latifah’s festive reds to toasty makeup on Teyana Taylor, here are all the best moments from the red carpet.
Beauty
Nov 13, 2025
How To Ensure Your Makeup Will Show Up In Photos This Holiday Party Season
Here's why the secret to makeup that actually shows up in photos is bolder application, strategic layering, and refusing to skip the "optional" steps.
Awards & Events
Nov 11, 2025
Pat McGrath On The Future Of Beauty, Digital Innovation, And Empowering The Next Generation Of Creators
In an exclusive interview with ESSENCE, McGrath shares how she’s shaping the future of beauty and celebrating bold creators with Instagram’s first Rings Awards.
Beauty
Nov 9, 2025
Solange’s Ringlet Bangs, And More Of The Week's Best Celebrity Beauty Moments
From curled bangs to metallic glamour, take a look at 7 of the best celebrity beauty moments from the week.
Beauty
Nov 4, 2025
This Body Air Brusher's Exhibit Was A Nod To Black Divinity
Mab's first-ever exhibition, hosted at New York's latest Black-owned concept store, blurred the lines between Black beauty and fashion.
Beauty
Nov 3, 2025
Black Beauty Took Center Stage At The 2025 CFDA Awards
From host Teyana Taylor's hybrid braids to June Ambrose's big black bow, take a look at all the best beauty moments from this year's red carpet.
Beauty
Nov 3, 2025
Doja Cat Goes Old Hollywood Blonde At The LACMA Gala
Doja Cat is the latest celebrity to go blonde this fall with a glamorous nod to Hollywood.
Beauty
Nov 3, 2025
Taraji P. Henson As Janet Jackson And More Of Our Favorite Halloween 2025 Beauty Looks
From Taraji P. Henson as Janet Jackson and Lizzo as a Quan Millz book, take a look at 21 of the best halloween costumes from this year.