Beauty
Apr 16, 2025
Experts Weigh In On The “Straight Natural” Conversation
With so much internet buzz around the meaning of being “natural,” we sat down with our favorite hair experts on the matter.
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Beauty
Apr 1, 2025
Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone Opens Up About Her Hair Journey & New Olaplex Campaign
The American hurdler discusses her hair journey, what self-care means to her, and starring in Olaplex's new hair campaign.
Videos
Mar 5, 2025
WATCH |’Less Is More’ Beauty Products To Try
Beauty
Jan 20, 2025
In The New Year, We’re Releasing Natural Hair Anxiety
One beauty writer explains why she’s letting go of the desire to be a “perfect” natural.
Beauty
Dec 25, 2024
The Ultimate Winter Wash Day Guide For Natural Hair
We share the ideal wash day routine to protect your curls through the winter season.
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Beauty
Jun 24, 2019
Lizzo Opted For Wood Grain And Natural Hair For Her BET Awards Look
The singer branched out into a creative look that matched from head to toe.
2019 ESSENCE Festival
Jul 6, 2019
Dove And The CROWN Coalition Continue The Fight To Expand Legislation Protecting Natural Hair In The Workplace
The CROWN Coalition needs the help of Black women to sweep this legislation across the country.
Beauty
Jul 1, 2019
California Votes On Bill To Ban Natural Hair Discrimination
Things are looking bright for natural hair beauties in the Golden State.
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Hair
Mar 6, 2019
Watch PRIMP: Ensure That Your 'Wash-N-Go' Lasts For Days With These Tips
Nia Imani gives us every necessary tip and trick to maintain a ‘wash-n-go.’
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Videos
Dec 6, 2022
WATCH | Shop Essence Live: Kin Apparel
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Dec 6, 2022
WATCH | Shop Essence Live: Glow By Daye
Beauty
Dec 1, 2022
Here's What To Gift The Haircare Lover In Your Life
This is for the women who live in the beauty aisle.
Beauty
Nov 9, 2022
A Look At Angela Bassett's Best Hair Moments
From curls to waves and braids, the hair is always laid.
Hair
Oct 24, 2022
The Perm Box Girls: Where Are They Now?
Just one viral tweet brought all the iconic faces on the front of the perm boxes out of hiding.
Videos
Oct 20, 2022
Tracee Ellis Ross On Why The Hair Tales Is A Show About Black Women That's For Everybody
The six-part series executive produced by Ross, Oprah Winfrey and Michaela Angela Davis will debut on OWN and Hulu October 22.