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Inside the Brand: Harvey Prince

Fragrance can tell a story about the woman who wears it—whether it’s a bold declaration or a string of subtleties. Let Harvey Prince take you on a journey scented with purpose, where each scent is crafted to be as unique every woman, and to vary just as customers’ lifestyles vary. Learn more abou... View Post

Inside the Brand: Karen's Body Beautiful

Karen’s Body Beautiful started out in Karen Tappin-Saunderson's kitchen before she and her husband decided to turn it into a full time business. With trial and error, and the desire to make the most effectively moisturizing and nourishing products for textured hair, they brought their all-natural... View Post

Inside the Brand: NATURALICIOUS

NATURALICIOUS goes by the mantra that “everyone deserves to live their most delicious natural life”—so you won’t find any pesky sulfates, parabens, mineral oils, petrolatum or phthalates in their products; just ingredients that are good for you, your family and the environment. Started by CEO Gwe... View Post

Celeb Worthy Easter Egg Inspired DIY Mani

By Christene Carr Would Easter fashion be the same without pastels? We think not...but as can be seen in this in this post, creamy pastels are for more than just clothing, accessories and fancy Easter hats, we love the season's muted tones on nails. Manicurist, Jin Soon Choi, whose work has... View Post

Product Review: Specific Beauty Night Treatment

By Christene Carr I have not had much luck with Retinol products. The usual result with these products is that my skin becomes extremely dry and flaky and, because of this, I never stick with them long enough to witness any kind of skin transformation. I know the power of retinol, so, I keep try... View Post

6 Products for Glowing Even Toned Skin

By Christene Carr Nobody likes dull, lifeless skin. While you can fake a healthy glow with the right foundation, bronzer and highlighter, nothing beats taking off all your makeup to reveal healthy, glowing, even toned skin. While cosmetics can transform your face in a matter of minutes--produc... View Post

Spring's Perfect Pastel Polishes

By Christene Carr One of the quickest beauty pick-me-ups available is a manicure. Perfectly polished fingers remind us that life is actually pretty good. A change from deep, rich jewel tones to soft pastels signals the changing of the season and the promise of brighter, fun filled days. Here are... View Post

10 Brown Girl Approved Sunscreen Products

By Christene Carr How often do you wear sunscreen? If your answer isn't an emphatic 'everyday' keep reading. The number one complaint among women-of-color, regarding sunscreen, is that it leaves a gray to whitish cast on the skin. That might have been a valid complaint and a reason to skip sunsc... View Post

Inside the Brand: I AM SCENTUAL

Robyn and Shirley, the partners behind I AM SCENTUAL, started out with a shared love of womanhood and pampering, that they would soon turn into a joint venture. They created Scentuality, the I AM SCENTUAL signature scent, to awaken your senses and remind you of your divine nature. This product no... View Post