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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

Spring Renewal: 6 Reminders to Revitalize Your Spirit

By GG Renee Hill When I woke up and looked outside at the unexpected snow the other day, I cried. I literally shed tears over a few inches of snow. Why? Well, I’m tired of it. Similarly, when my three year old daughter is sleepy and her brother won’t stop staring at her, she cries. When I’m... View Post

Blake Von D: BlakeVonD.com

Spunky style blogger, Blake Von D, showcases her unique, artistic flavor on her site BlakeVonD.com. Her interesting combinations of pieces from cool and funky to super chic have earned her features at Glamour.com, The Budget Fashionista, Essence.com, Refinery29 and Fashion Bomb Daily. Currently a... View Post

True Beauty Starts from Within

By Dana Hill I’m proud to say I turned 48 years old several months ago—and mouths drop in disbelief when I reveal my age. I get the inevitable questions: “What do you do? What do you eat? What products do you use?” Younger women, and even teenaged girls, are curious because they want to start p... View Post

Dana Hill

Dana Hill is our CEO here at COCOTIQUE. Her passion for beauty, health and fashion inspired her to create a brand where she could share her knowledge with other women of color, and help them to find the Holy Grail products that are perfect for their hair and skin. Dana is no stranger to the entre... View Post

Inside the Brand: Shea Radiance

Shea Radiance is a Maryland-based eco-luxury brand that creates sustainable beauty products with Shea butter as their key active ingredient. From home-based business to beauty brand, Shea Radiance has grown by leaps and bounds since its start in 2005, but they are most proud of the opportunities ... View Post

Inside the Brand: Pink Sugar Cookie Bath and Body

If you have a love for all things pink and sugary sweet, you will have a penchant for Pink Sugar Cookie Bath and Body. The brand, named for owner Inga Rheams’ favorite things, puts a fresh and saccharine spin on body and skin care with luxurious crèmes, scrubs, soaps, oils and butters. Get ready ... View Post

6 Lipsticks to Try right Now

By Christene Carr It is our firm belief that a great lipstick can change the trajectory of your whole day...maybe even your life. Sometimes you might not have 15 to 30 minutes to do a full face of makeup but who doesn't have a minute for a swipe or two of a great lip color? Here are 6 lip produ... View Post