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.
Makeup
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.
Awards & Events
Dec 10, 2025
Black Beauty Stole The Show At The Annual Critics Choice Association Celebration
From pixies to nude manicures galore, here are all the best beauty moments from The Critics Choice Association's annual celebration of Black Cinema and Television.
Beauty
Dec 9, 2025
Best In Grooming Awards 2025: Venner James
According to the internationally acclaimed celebrity hairstylist and groomer, healthy hair and skin start from within.
Beauty
Dec 9, 2025
Porsha Williams Says This Is The “Little Secret” To Her RHOA Beauty
Reality TV star Porsha Williams shares why professional glam teams aren't always the reason she looks so good on Real Housewives of Atlanta.
Beauty
Dec 8, 2025
ICYMI: Brandy And Monica’s Silky Black Hair And More Of The Best Celebrity Beauty Moments
In case you missed it: long, black hair full brows, classic bobs, nude lipstick, and more beauty moments from your favorite celebrities.
Beauty
Dec 4, 2025
NYC Ballet’s India Bradley Shares Her History-Making Stage Regimen And Post-Show Routine
The history-making ballet dancer professes the beauty tools that can maximize grace and move an audience.
Beauty
Dec 4, 2025
The Evolution Of Tyra Banks’ Top Model Beauty
From the 1990s to now, celebrate the supermodel’s iconic beauty over the years in honor of her 52nd birthday.
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Beauty
Feb 25, 2025
Beauty School: An Expert Look At Extra Long Nails
To kick off our new series, in honor of Black History Month, Sha’Carri Richardson’s nail artist Angie Aguirre breaks down the history behind long nails, how to execute a ’90s look, and more.
Entertainment
Jan 30, 2025
Keke Palmer Talks ‘One of Them Days,’ SZA’s Acting Debut And Producing With Purpose
The multi-talented star opens up about the film’s success and why celebrating female friendships matters.
Celebrity
Sep 11, 2024
Frankie Beverly, Legendary Soul Singer And Founder Of Maze, Dies At 77
On Wednesday morning, Beverly’s family announced that the ESSENCE Festival icon passed away September 10.
Videos
Jul 9, 2015
How Would You Dance If All Eyes Were on You?
How would you dance if you had an entire stage to yourself? That is what State Farm was asking at ESSENCE Fest.
Lifestyle
Dec 12, 2025
A Chicago Hotel Is Bringing Holiday Cheer — And Luxury —To Families With Its Epic Elf Life Suite
The Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk transforms a suite into a holiday haven—complete with Christmas trees, hot chocolate bar, and major cityscape views.
Weddings
Dec 12, 2025
Bridal Bliss: Alexis and Derrick Brought A Touch Of Italy To Their Beverly Hills Mansion Matrimony
Who says you can’t find love in the club? Fifteen years after their first meeting, Alexis and Derrick said “I do” at a mansion frequented by the stars.
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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.
Beauty
Nov 3, 2025
Ami Colé's Diarrha N'Diaye-Mbaye Joins SKIMS As EVP Of Beauty & Fragrance
After the brand founder closed her makeup brand, Kim Kardashian appoints her as executive vice president of SKIMS Beauty and Fragrance.
Beauty
Oct 29, 2025
How Chichi Eburu Built Juvia’s Place Into A Global Powerhouse
From richly pigmented palettes to epic community events, the beauty founder has redefined what representation in beauty looks like.
Beauty
Oct 28, 2025
Product Of The Week: Grande Cosmetics GrandeLASH-Sensitive Lash Enhancing Serum
One beauty writer explains why this gentle peptide formula is perfect for enhancing lashes.
Beauty
Oct 28, 2025
Best Beauty Moments From Howard University’s Homecoming 2025
From fresh fades to soft glam, take a look at all the best beauty moments from this HBCU's highly anticipated homecoming.
Beauty
Oct 27, 2025
How Blackshere Beauty Is Elevating Beauty Service Standards For Black Women
Founded by Starr Blackshere, here’s why Blackshere Beauty should be your new destination for all things glam in Brooklyn.