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Inside the Brand: MIZANI

MIZANI, a division of L’Oréal USA, is dedicated to research and innovation, and to elevating the salon business as well as the consumer experience. They devise products that not only treat varying hair textures, but treat the scalp as well, creating solutions that restore hair to its original sta... View Post

5 Summer Beauty Trends to Try Right Now

by Christene Carr Summer is officially here, and if you are anything like us, you simply cannot wait to dive head first into the season’s hottest beauty trends. Here are 5 summer beauty trends to try right now! Orange Lips If you are scared of an orange lip, don't be. With the right lip prod... View Post

Inside the Brand: Beautiful Textures

Learn to embrace your hair’s texture with Beautiful Textures. Their products are designed to help, by providing options whether you wear your hair curly or straight—their new Texture Manageability System is even designed to help you go back and forth between the two. Learn more about the 4 easy s... View Post

Paris Beauty: Labo Ethnik

By Jackie Celestin-Andre The 8th edition of Labo Ethnik Fashion & Lifestyle show was held at La Cité de la Mode in Paris, France, under the leadership of artistic director Vincent Mc Doom. The 4-day event was kicked off by a VIP fashion show, in partnership with Mizani and Maybelline, which ... View Post

Paris Beauty: CANNES Film Festival

By Jackie Celestin-Andre The CANNES Film Festival (which I dream of going to) took place May 14th to 25th in Cannes, France. In it’s 67th edition, Cannes hasn’t gained a wrinkle (no pun intended). The Festival recreates itself not only by the fabulous, fresh, provocative, heart rendering dire... View Post

Product Review: Cover FX Mattifying Primer with Anti-Acne Treatment

By Christene Carr I’m always happy when the weather gets cooler because it means I can wear more of my favorite makeup without the worry of my face turning into an oil slicked canvas. A change in the weather from cooler to warmer usually signals that I need to start looking for products to keep... View Post

Inside the Brand: Black Radiance

Black Radiance understands a woman of color’s desire for products that perfectly accentuate her natural beauty and offers “affordable, luxurious formulas” to help her achieve it. From their products, specially created for a woman of color’s skin tone; to their high quality tooling accessories; an... View Post

Inside the Brand: Miss Jessie's

Founded by sisters Miko and Titi Branch, Miss Jessie’s has been helping natural women to embrace their curls since 2004. The brand has won awards, including the 2009 Redbook MVP Award; been featured in numerous publications including: O, The Oprah Magazine, Allure, Essence, Lucky, Marie Claire, W... View Post

Inside the Brand: Natural Style by FUBU

Healthy, strong and beautiful hair is just as vital to your style as the clothes you wear. And Natural Style by FUBU wants to help you showcase “your style, perfected naturally”. Built from founder Carl Brown’s original iconic lifestyle brand, FUBU, Natural Style by FUBU delivers products for you... View Post