Beauty
Jun 18, 2025
Solange Collabs With ILIA Beauty On An Eldorado Ballroom Edit
The artist curated all of her favorite ILIA Beauty products to wear to her six-night performance series in Houston.
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Jun 13, 2025
MakeUp HerStory: Sabrina Elba Is Championing A-Beauty
The entrepreneur discusses her career journey, new S’able Labs Lip Balm, and more.
Beauty
Jun 16, 2025
I’m Dry But My Skin Isn’t—Here’s How Cutting Alcohol Changed Everything
One writer details how a year without alcohol changed everything about her skin and health.
Beauty
Jun 4, 2025
In The Chair With: Naïma Bremer
The Fenty Beauty Global Artistry Ambassador shares her favorite makeup looks, top makeup tips, and the products she can’t live without.
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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.
Beauty
Jun 25, 2025
Inside Celebrity Hair Artist Kim Kimble’s New Extensions Bar
The iconic hairstylist gave ESSENCE a private tour of her new salon that’s all about hair extensions, scalp health and more.
Beauty
Jun 11, 2025
Simone Biles On Her Hair Routine & Starring In K18's Latest Campaign
The most decorated gymnast of all time discusses the products behind her hair routine, her partnership with K18, and more.
Beauty
Jun 6, 2025
Cynthia Bailey And Dana Hill Robinson Are Entering Their Glow Era
The RHOA alum and beauty experts tell ESSENCE all about their new skincare line, beauty secrets, and self-care.
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Jun 30, 2025
These Are The Makeup-Friendly Sunscreens You Need For Essence Festival
One beauty writer puts a round of makeup-friendly sunscreens to the test.
Beauty
Jun 29, 2025
Experts Explain What Black Women Should Know About PCOS & Facial Hair
The Polycystic Ovary Syndrome community is growing online. But how do the symptoms affect Black women specifically? Experts weigh in.
Beauty
Jun 27, 2025
These Are The Expert-Approved Summer 2025 Beauty Trend Predictions
Danessa Myricks, Ngozi Olandu Young, and Theo Turner reveal the skin finishes, shimmer tricks, and soft glam staples defining this season.
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Jun 23, 2025
The 30 Best Editor-Approved Beauty Products That Will Have You Glowing All Summer Long
Each one has been personally tested by a beauty expert.
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Jun 10, 2025
Product Of The Week: Design Essentials Honey Créme Moisturizer Retention Masque
One beauty writer puts the increasingly popular hair mask to the test—but, does it work?
Beauty
Jun 5, 2025
8 Black-Owned Beauty Drops That Deserve The Hype
All—candles, serums, oils, and more included—deliver care, culture, and next-level results.
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Beauty
Jun 18, 2025
Not All Facial Technologies Are Made With Melanin In Mind—But The Secret Duo Is
An ESSENCE beauty writer shares his experience testing this facial to treat hyperpigmentation.
Beauty
Jun 17, 2025
Is Affordable Skincare More Effective Than Luxury Brands?
An ESSENCE beauty editor prefers pharmacy skincare over expensive, buzzword products—here's why.
Beauty
Jun 17, 2025
Product Of The Week: Aesop Aurner Eau De Parfum
An ESSENCE beauty editor explains how Aesop’s new parfum, inspired by Nina Simone, converted her into a floral fragrance lover.
Beauty
Jun 16, 2025
These Are The Hairstyles Our Editors Are Wearing To The 2025 Essence Festival
From pixie cuts to sisterlocks, 6 ESSENCE Editors share the hairstyles they’ll be wearing to New Orleans.
Beauty
Jun 16, 2025
ICYMI: FKA Twigs Goes Ginger, And More
In case you missed it, here are 9 of last week's best celebrity beauty moments.
Beauty
Jun 16, 2025
Celebrity Beauty Brands Are Everywhere — But Are They Worth Your Money?
An honest look at whether star-powered beauty brands are worth your money — or if drugstore staples do it better.
Beauty
Jun 15, 2025
These Are The Beauty & Confidence Lessons ESSENCE Editors Learned From Their Dads
In honor of Father’s Day, 8 of our editors chat about the most important beauty and confidence lessons they’ve learned from their fathers.
Beauty
Jun 14, 2025
It’s Time Dads Dive Into Skincare Routines This Father’s Day
Esthetician Wanda Chandler gives us insight into how dads can start their skincare routines this Father’s Day.
Beauty
Jun 13, 2025
My Father Passed, But This OG Scent Will Always Remind Me Of Him
A son's reflection on grief, memory and the powerful connection between scent and love.