Beauty
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Toffee Makeup Is Winter’s Warmest Beauty Trend For Black Women
A celebrity makeup artist breaks down how Black women can achieve the toffee makeup look—and best products to do it with.
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Dec 30, 2025
Why The Martini Makeup Trend Is Perfect For New Year's Eve
Going to a holiday party? A makeup artist breaks down the martini makeup trend's decadent olive eyeshadow and rose-beige lip.
Beauty
Dec 25, 2025
The Ultimate Cold Weather Glam, According To MUAs
From skin prep and brush techniques, to their go-to products, these makeup artists are giving us everything we need this season.
Beauty
Dec 25, 2025
Makeup Routines Should Be On Your “Dopamine Menu” This Holiday Season
In need of a spirit-lifter? Get inspired by these expert makeup artists’ mood-boosting makeup routines this holiday 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.
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.
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 15, 2025
How Black Women Can Achieve The Trending "Toasty” Makeup Look This Fall
Instead of transitioning into lighter, cool shades, Black women are opting for warm, golden tones in this season’s “toasty makeup” trend.
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Juvia's Place Surprised Us With Two New Gorgeously Vibrant Palettes
Get a load of all those highly pigmented, absolutely beautiful shades.
Eyes
Apr 10, 2017
Yes, Lace Front Eyebrows Are Still A Thing
And they’re not going anywhere. Would you rock them?
Eyes
Mar 29, 2017
Condola Rashad's Cobalt Cat Eye Is Makeup Goals
Clad in a boldly printed dress with blue detailing, Condola’s bold eye makeup ended up being the perfect accent for this head-to-toe look.
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Sep 17, 2024
Product Of The Week: Grande Cosmetics Grande BROW-LAMINATE
One ESSENCE beauty writer discusses why this product, that keeps her brows in place all day, is her new go-to.
Beauty
Sep 2, 2024
Are Lash Businesses On The Decline? Here’s What Techs Say
Lash techs weigh in on the current state of the lash extension business and how consumers can support them.
Beauty
Aug 25, 2024
I Tried Eyebrow Tinting— Here’s How It Went
Licensed esthetician Maya Nelson discusses everything you should know about eyebrow tinting: from its benefits to aftercare.
Beauty
Aug 6, 2024
Glossier’s Best-Selling Boy Brow Wax Gets A New Arch
Celebrity makeup artist Harold James breaks down the cult brand’s latest product, rise of boy-ish beauty trends, and his pro tips for the perfect brow arch.
Beauty
Jul 20, 2024
Your All-In-One Guide To Lash Lifts With Jas Imani
Esthetician Jas Imani tells you everything you need to know about the low maintenance lash extension alternative.
Beauty
Jul 9, 2024
Product of the Week: Althaea Skin Awake Eye Gel
An ESSENCE beauty writer shares how this luxury eye gel reduces puffiness around his eyes.
Beauty
Jun 6, 2024
How To Keep Your Makeup Lasting All Day At ESSENCE Festival 2024
Ahead of ESSENCE festival, a makeup artist shares pro tips to avoid sweating your makeup off in the NOLA heat.
Beauty
Apr 30, 2024
Product Of The Week: Pat McGrath Labs Blurring Under Eye Powder
An ESSENCE beauty writer tells us about the powder that perfectly sets and blurs her under eyes.
Beauty
Apr 29, 2024
Dry Skin-Friendly Foundations You Need Right Now
Long-gone are the days of dry, flaky makeup. Keep your skin hydrated and radiant with these products.