• Hairdresser Trims Way to Int’l Skills Competition - iChongqing

    Hairdresser Trims Way to Int’l Skills Competition  iChongqing
  • Spelman College Students Win Goldman Sachs’ Investing Competition And $1 Million Grant

    Spelman College Students Win Goldman Sachs’ Investing Competition And $1 Million Grant
    By Jasmine Browley ·Updated April 27, 2024Some Spelman students have helped the college earn a huge cash prize thanks to their commitment to becoming more financially literate. Goldman Sachs held its fourth-annual Market Madness competition, an event that culminates a semester-long immersive introduction to key financial concepts and real-world applications for HBCU students. For the third year in a row, Spelman College secure first placeand a $1 million grant. The program aims to teach s
  • Blakk Tatted Shares How He Tapped Into The Hookah Market To Build A Million-Dollar Empire 

    Blakk Tatted Shares How He Tapped Into The Hookah Market To Build A Million-Dollar Empire 
    By Jasmine Browley ·Updated April 27, 2024The hookah tobacco market reached $ 824.8 million USD in 2021 and is expected to reach more than $1.3 billion by 2025 per recent data. A large part of its consumer base is made up of people of color, but most producer of hookah products are non-minority. Cardell “Blakk Tatted” Bradley didn’t much care about being the one of the only people that looked like him when created Blakk Smoke, his tobacco and nicotine-free hookah al
  • Venus Williams To Host New Podcast For Carnegie Museum Of Art

    Venus Williams To Host New Podcast For Carnegie Museum Of Art
    Photo Credit: Laura Metzler Photography By Okla Jones ·Updated May 1, 2024Today, Carnegie Museum of Art announced that Widening the Lens: Photography, Ecology,  and the Contemporary Landscape, will be on view from May 11, 2024, to January 12, 2025, in the museum’s Heinz Galleries. The following month, a podcast amplifying the voices of artists, writers, and scholars will debut, with its host being  tennis champion and arts advocate Venus Williams.The 6-episode podcast seri
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  • A Conversation With Ruth E. Carter

    A Conversation With Ruth E. Carter
    Getty Images By Robyn Mowatt ·Updated May 1, 2024Ruth E. Carter has never sought the approval of white Hollywood. Carter, a lauded costume designer, and the sole Black woman to have won an Academy Award for Best Costume Design, has thrived due to her grit and fixation on telling Black stories through compelling and striking clothing. If you grew up in a Spike Lee-obsessed household like me, you may have heard of Carter before. Alternatively, you might have discovered the politically charg
  • I Tried PRP Hair Restoration – Here’s How It Went

    I Tried PRP Hair Restoration – Here’s How It Went
    Shutterstock / andreonegin By Tira Urquhart ·Updated May 1, 2024When it comes to rocking a flawless hair>JAMA Dermatology medical journals, thinning edges on Black women, also known as traction alopecia, could be caused by wearing certain hair>Vitiligo has contributed to thinning edges. This has left me on the hunt for a natural solution to promote a thicker, stronger hairline. That’s where PRP (or Platelet-Rich Plasma) therapy came in.PRP uses your own blood to kickstart heal
  • Taylor Rooks Is Bringing Mental Health To The Forefront With LG’s ‘Transparent Conversations’

    Taylor Rooks Is Bringing Mental Health To The Forefront With LG’s ‘Transparent Conversations’
    By Shelby Stewart ·Updated May 1, 2024Sports journalist Taylor Rooks has earned widespread respect across the sports industry for offering valuable insights as an NBA and NFL broadcaster. Now with some skin in the game, she’s adding a handful of new titles to her repertoire, including her new podcast Two Personal with her friend and co-host Joy Taylor as well as becoming the season two host for LG’s Transparent Conversations. The latter of which is a traveling podcast series i
  • Designer Spotlight: Selasi Was Created Out Of Desire

    Designer Spotlight: Selasi Was Created Out Of Desire
    By Kerane Marcellus ·Updated May 1, 202429-year-old Ronan McKenzie found herself wanting to do more with her hands during the pandemic. In 2020, she started making clothing for her enjoyment and to pass the time of isolation. Through her continuous free time, she leaned into the medium of clothing design as well as drawing, painting, and clay making. The self-taught designer saw making clothing as a way to bring herself joy. “It started as something I just did for fun, but after peo
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  • Should You Wrap Your Cellulite In Seaweed? Experts Weigh In

    Should You Wrap Your Cellulite In Seaweed? Experts Weigh In
    joSon / Getty Images By India Espy-Jones ·Updated May 1, 2024Wrapping your cellulite in seaweed may be the skincare treatment you didn’t know you needed. That said, “understanding the nature of cellulite is crucial,” holistic esthetician and Klur founder Lesley Thornton tells ESSENCE. Characterized by a dimpled texture (similar to an orange peel) over the thighs, hips or buttocks, cellulite is known to be harmless, although a difficult skin condition to remove. However,
  • Family Of Black Teen Shot In Head After Ringing Wrong Doorbell Takes Legal Action

    Family Of Black Teen Shot In Head After Ringing Wrong Doorbell Takes Legal Action
    GoFundMe By Rayna Reid Rayford ·Updated May 1, 2024On Monday, the family of the Black teen who was shot in the head after ringing the wrong doorbell, took legal action, filing a lawsuit against the home owner’s association (HOA) and the gunman.Over a year has passed since the then 84-year-old white man shot the 16-year-old without issuing any warnings on April 13.According to the seven-page complaint, “‘At all times relevant, Plaintiff (Ralph Yarl) never posed or issued
  • WATCH: In My Feed – Celebrate Your Birthday with These Freebies

    WATCH: In My Feed – Celebrate Your Birthday with These Freebies
    By Essence ·Updated May 1, 2024 Explore these amazing spots offering birthday freebies to make your celebration the tastiest and most delightfully frugal one yet.TOPICS:  birthday birthday freebies The post WATCH: In My Feed – Celebrate Your Birthday with These Freebies appeared first on Essence.
  • WATCH: In My Feed – Best of Black Love in April

    WATCH: In My Feed – Best of Black Love in April
    By Essence ·Updated May 1, 2024 From Ashanti and Nelly’s recent engagement and pregnancy news to sweet anniversary posts, our favorite Black celebrity couples showered each other in love. TOPICS:  Ashanti Black Love Gabrielle Union nelly Tabitha Brown The post WATCH: In My Feed – Best of Black Love in April appeared first on Essence.
  • WATCH: In My Feed – Beauty Events, Premieres, TIME100 Gala, and More

    WATCH: In My Feed – Beauty Events, Premieres, TIME100 Gala, and More
    By Essence ·Updated May 1, 2024 Black celebrities lead the charge on the publication’s annual list of entertainers, innovators, and influencers, and exuded excellence on red carpets across the country. TOPICS:  Rihanna The post WATCH: In My Feed – Beauty Events, Premieres, TIME100 Gala, and More appeared first on Essence.
  • Porsha Williams Believes Simon Guobadia Is Trying To Ruin Her Career

    Porsha Williams Believes Simon Guobadia Is Trying To Ruin Her Career
    By Elizabeth Ayoola ·The post Porsha Williams Believes Simon Guobadia Is Trying To Ruin Her Career appeared first on Essence.
  • I’m In Love With Cynthia Erivo’s Issey Miyake Gala Look

    I’m In Love With Cynthia Erivo’s Issey Miyake Gala Look
    Robyn Mowatt ·The post I’m In Love With Cynthia Erivo’s Issey Miyake Gala Look appeared first on Essence.
  • Justice For Sade Robinson: Suspect Pleads Not Guilty In Murder Of Black Wisconsin College Student After First Date

    Justice For Sade Robinson: Suspect Pleads Not Guilty In Murder Of Black Wisconsin College Student After First Date
    By Rayna Reid Rayford ·Updated May 1, 2024The suspect accused of murdering Sade Robinson, a Black Wisconsin college student, after their first date has entered a plea of not guilty on all charges. The accused, 33-year-old Maxwelll Anderson wants his day in court, asking for the case to head to trial.During his appearance in court on April 22, Anderson “appeared in person…to formally waive his preliminary hearing.”  Robinson’s family members were not at the Ap
  • Carmelo Anthony Teams Up With Robert Mondavi Winery To Unveil Multi-Year Partnership

    Carmelo Anthony Teams Up With Robert Mondavi Winery To Unveil Multi-Year Partnership
    Dominique Fluker ·The post Carmelo Anthony Teams Up With Robert Mondavi Winery To Unveil Multi-Year Partnership appeared first on Essence.
  • Carmelo Anthony And Asani Swann Team Up With Robert Mondavi Winery To Unveil Multi-Year Partnership

    Carmelo Anthony And Asani Swann Team Up With Robert Mondavi Winery To Unveil Multi-Year Partnership
    By Dominique Fluker ·The post Carmelo Anthony And Asani Swann Team Up With Robert Mondavi Winery To Unveil Multi-Year Partnership appeared first on Essence.
  • 4 Reasons Why The Tracksuit Is The Coolest Uniform

    4 Reasons Why The Tracksuit Is The Coolest Uniform
    Devine Blacksher ·The post 4 Reasons Why The Tracksuit Is The Coolest Uniform appeared first on Essence.
  • Uniting For A Cause: Congresswoman Yvette Clark Takes Action For Haitians Seeking Asylum In The US

    Uniting For A Cause: Congresswoman Yvette Clark Takes Action For Haitians Seeking Asylum In The US
    Anna Moneymaker / Staff / Getty Images By Rayna Reid Rayford ·Updated May 1, 2024Congresswoman Yvette Clarke (D-NY) and the co-chairs of the Haiti Caucus, Ayanna Pressley (D-MA) and Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-FL), are calling on the Biden Administration to assist Haitians seeking asylum in the U.S.More than 50 legislators have signed onto a letter, urging the White House to change their stance on providing humanitarian aid to the Caribbean nation during this time of crisis.“We ur
  • Everything To Know About Stretch Marks On Darker Skin

    Everything To Know About Stretch Marks On Darker Skin
    Igor Alecsander / Getty Images By Larry Stansbury ·Updated April 30, 2024As we age, our bodies go through changes that can often result in stretch marks.  They are natural, and beautiful; often a sign that we’re changing or even just had a baby. But, if, for whatever reason, you’d like to fade these, at times unexpected, marks, it may be difficult to manage with just typical products. Sometimes, it’s best to consult with an expert to better understand what stre
  • It’s Your Winning Season: Your May Horoscope Is Here

    It’s Your Winning Season: Your May Horoscope Is Here
    It’s time to evaluate your motivation and reflect on your innermost desires. Pluto, the most distant planet from the sun, will be transitioning to retrograde in the sign of Aquarius on May 2, while Mercury is transitioning into Taurus from May 15 to June 3. These planetary shifts offer chances for us to dive into the deepest reaches of our hearts and minds—and to confront our dark obsessions or act on life-changing insights. A full moon in Sagittarius will occur on May 23, giving us
  • Carol’s Daughter Partners With CVS To Give Black Doula Organization $32,000—Expands Grant Program

    Carol’s Daughter Partners With CVS To Give Black Doula Organization $32,000—Expands Grant Program
    By Jasmine Browley ·Updated April 27, 2024Black women are more than 2 times likely to experience severe pregnancy-related complications and nearly 3 times as likely to die according to CDC findings. Luckily, companies like respected hair care brand Carol’s Daughter is dedicated to improving these outcomes for Black fmailies everywhere. It recently announced that its Black Maternal Health initiative, Love Delivered is once again providing much needed funding to organizations tha
  • Thriving Against Odds: Charting The Course Of Black Business In Today’s Economy

    Thriving Against Odds: Charting The Course Of Black Business In Today’s Economy
    By Kimberly Wilson ·Updated April 27, 2024Black entrepreneurship is a beautiful thing. Not only do Black entrepreneurs embody resilience, creativity, and the pursuit of economic empowerment, they are taking action in creating opportunities for upward mobility and wealth creation within Black communities.But of course, no good deed goes unpunished. In 2024, the state of Black businesses reflects a mixture of progress and persistent challenges, still as a result of systemic barriers an
  • How These Two Women Are Paving Paths To Success In Franchising’s Diversity Movement

    How These Two Women Are Paving Paths To Success In Franchising’s Diversity Movement
    By Ebony Flake ·Updated April 27, 2024Franchising provides a gateway to entrepreneurship, allowing individuals from varied backgrounds to realize their business dreams. Despite its growing prominence, disparities persist in franchise ownership. Black business owners accounted for less than 3% of all franchise firms, and Hispanic businesses accounted for nearly 5%. Tarji Carter, a franchising expert, emphasizes the distinction between mainstream franchising and opportunities accessibl
  • How Iantha Richardson Is Controlling The Narrative in Hollywood

    How Iantha Richardson Is Controlling The Narrative in Hollywood
    Iantha Richardson arrives at the premiere of “White Men Can’t Jump” held at El Capitan Theatre on May 11, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by John Salangsang/Variety via Getty Images) By Rivea Ruff ·Updated May 1, 2024Iantha Richardson never meant to become an actress. “I just knew I was going to dance overseas in Europe and do contemporary ballet, but life didn’t happen like that,” the star tells ESSENCE. However, through life’s happenstan
  • Product Of The Week: Pat McGrath Labs Blurring Under Eye Powder

    Product Of The Week: Pat McGrath Labs Blurring Under Eye Powder
    Composite by India Espy-Jones By India Espy-Jones ·Updated April 30, 2024In an industry where there is an overwhelming amount of product launches daily, Product Of The Week helps you cut through the noise. To help you find your new beauty and wellness favorites, this series highlights the tried-and-true products that our writers can’t live without. I’m not a full beat connoisseur by any means. I prefer low-coverage foundation with concealer to even the appearance of dark
  • Everything Black Women Should Know About Chemical Peels

    Everything Black Women Should Know About Chemical Peels
    Elke Meitzel / Getty Images By India Espy-Jones ·Updated April 30, 2024Chemical peels are a buzzword skincare treatment. Popular for their resurfacing properties, peels use acids (a dermatologist-preferred alternative to physical exfoliants) to remove dead skin. However, if you have a rich complexion, using chemical cocktails can cause burns or hyperpigmentation if you’re not careful. “Deep chemical peels are generally not suitable for darker skin tones,” dermatologist a
  • Birdman & Friends Join ESSENCE Festival Of Culture Lineup

    Birdman & Friends Join ESSENCE Festival Of Culture Lineup
    NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – FEBRUARY 2: Cash Money Records CEO and Founder Birdman speaks to the audience while being honored during the Emline Ball at The Fillmore New Orleans on February 2, 2024 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Peter G. Forest/Getty Images) By Shelby Stewart ·Updated April 30, 2024As we eagerly approach the milestone 30th birthday of the ESSENCE Festival of Culture, presented by Coca-Cola®, anticipation is mounting for a glimpse into what July holds in store.
  • Diesel Announces Docuseries “Behind The Denim” 

    Diesel Announces Docuseries “Behind The Denim” 
    Getty Images By Kerane Marcellus ·Updated April 30, 2024Diesel has always been known for its denim ever since launching in 1978, it’s ingrained in the brand’s DNA. The brand’s four-decade stance on nonconformity, self-expression, and freedom has brought it to this point. Now, as Diesel continues to uproot the status quo, a new endeavor arises, a docuseries. Entitled “Behind the Denim,” this five-part docuseries imparts the devotion that Diesel has to cre

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