Beauty
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Product Of The Week: YES Day Lip Sweetie Lip Mask Vanilla Glaze
A beauty writer shares her experience using this lip mask for dry lips.
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Beauty
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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
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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 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.
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 28, 2025
The Lip Bar Teamed Up With Top Beauty Creators For Its First Lip Kit Collab
The TLB team discusses the holiday collection and why these creators were the perfect fit for the brand’s next evolution.
Awards & Events
Nov 26, 2025
Get Ready With Femme It Foward’s Heather Lowery For The Give Her FlowHERS Gala
The founder offers a glimpse into her pre-gala routine, which blends mindfulness, rest, a bold lip, and a ‘bust down’ hairstyle.
Beauty
Nov 25, 2025
Sweet July Skin Launches New Rum Cake Lip Treatment Inspired By Ayesha Curry’s Jamaican Roots
The ultra-hydrating lip essential delivers warmth, culture, and community care with Caribbean hurricane relief support with every purchase.
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EXCLUSIVE: Naturi Naughton Swatches Her 'Celebrate You' AJ Crimson Line
The ‘Power’ star and renowned makeup artist have teamed up to create the lip gloss line of your dreams.
Lips
Jul 28, 2017
We Tested A Bunch Of Nude Lipsticks So You Don't Have To
We swatched and swiped until we found the best lippies for every shade of brown.
Lips
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Flirt Cosmetics Is Blessing Us With A Kiss-Proof Lipstick
We can’t wait to see some swatches!
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Why I'm Trying Out Frosted Lipstick This Season
An ESSENCE beauty writer discusses why these are the most holiday-ready lipstick shades in her makeup bag.
Beauty
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Florence Oginni's Guide To Winter Lip Looks
TikTok influencer and model Florence Oginni shares her tips on creating stunning lip looks for every winter occasion.
Beauty
Nov 26, 2024
Product Of The Week: EADEM Le ChouChou Lip Balm
An ESSENCE Beauty Writer shares deets on why TikTok’s “it” lip balm is a must have.
Beauty
Oct 23, 2024
How To Nail TikTok’s 'Sade Girl' Makeup Trend This Fall
Expert makeup artists discuss the trend and top tips for achieving the Smooth Operator’s classic look.
Beauty
Oct 9, 2024
The Fall Makeup Trends Your Favorite MUAs Are Looking Forward To
From multidimensional finishes to dark, bold lips, three industry-leading MUAs break down the looks, techniques, and products behind their favorite fall trends.
Beauty
Oct 8, 2024
Product Of The Week: Ryan Destiny X Mac Lip Kit
Ryan Destiny and MAC gave us the lip combo we’ve been waiting for.
Beauty
Oct 3, 2024
The Lip Bar Launches HBCU-Inspired Lip Glosses Just In Time For Homecoming Season
The beauty brand partnered with HBCU Culture Shop on a limited-edition collection of seven new lip gloss shades.
Beauty
Sep 24, 2024
Product Of The Week: Yves Saint Laurent Candy Glaze Lip Gloss Stick
An ESSENCE beauty writer shares the lip gloss and balm combo that kept her lips hydrated in the Mexican desert.
Beauty
Sep 17, 2024
EXCLUSIVE: Glossier Teams Up With WNBA For New Lip Gloss Launch
The first-ever beauty brand to partner with the division is launching three new lip gloss shades in honor of the game.