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.
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.
From curled bangs to metallic glamour, take a look at 7 of the best celebrity beauty moments from the week.
Mab's first-ever exhibition, hosted at New York's latest Black-owned concept store, blurred the lines between Black beauty and fashion.
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.
Doja Cat is the latest celebrity to go blonde this fall with a glamorous nod to Hollywood.
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.
After the brand founder closed her makeup brand, Kim Kardashian appoints her as executive vice president of SKIMS Beauty and Fragrance.
From richly pigmented palettes to epic community events, the beauty founder has redefined what representation in beauty looks like.
This is must-see wedding makeup for WOC.
“Your face is a canvas.”
If you don’t know Cindy Bruna, you better ask Michael B. Jordan.
Be prepared, these beauties slayed.
Senior Beauty Editor Akili King discusses her favorite Black-owned beauty finds that do it all.
The actress is helping mobilize women to get them back into the workforce.
Next time you’re shopping for new foundation, try this before you buy.
Fresh from fashion week, the makeup artist shares her most viral moments, favorite makeup looks, and the products that never leave her kit.
The ‘Bones and All’ actress attended Dior’s spring-summer 2026 show in a short, curly cut reminiscent of the classic Whitney Houston.
The 24-year-old singer attended Jonathan Anderson’s Dior debut looking every bit of cool.
In honor of our Fall/Winter 2025 cover star, we’re sharing our favorite beauty moments of the Grammy-winning singer.
In honor of the Fall/Winter cover star, we’re sharing our favorite beauty moments of the Grammy-winning singer.
From nourishing oils to grounding scents and skin-brightening drops, these new launches are the perfect way to reset your beauty routine for cooler days.
In case you missed it, take a look back at 8 of the best celebrity beauty moments from the week: warm hair, bright red accents, and more.
The Fenty Beauty founder announced the birth of her daughter, Rocki Irish Mayers, in a baby-soft beauty look.
From statement lips at Labrum to wedding hair at Richard Quin, ESSENCE Beauty wraps up the best trends from London spring/summer 2026.
