Posts Tagged ‘Beauty’
Chris Gees shares his journey in the hair industry
A veteran hair and makeup artist, Chris Gees owns CANNACARE, a complete CBD haircare system. To watch his full segment, click play above.
Read MoreAM Wake-Up Call welcomes guests who are building a legacy
AM Wake-Up Call kicked off the weekend with guests who are building a legacy, including LaTruth and Mrs. LaTruth, Chris Gees and Kenny Lloyd. To watch the full show, click play above.
Read MoreCreme of Nature launches $100K scholarship program for HBCU students
Creme of Nature recently announced the launch of its multi-tiered “Legacy of Leadership” scholarship fund for Historically Black College or University (HBCU) students. Beginning this year, students currently enrolled at an HBCU will compete for $100,000 in scholarships. The fund will be administered by the United Negro College Fund (UNCF). For more than 100 years,…
Read MoreMagali Beauvue shares her makeup journey on AM Wake-Up Call
Magali Beauvue is a transformational makeup artist who changes her own face to mirror the faces of countless celebrities. Originally from Paris, Magali has created her own world through makeup. She shared how she achieved her freedom of expression through beauty. Beauvue spoke with rolling out to discuss future projects and how she became the artist…
Read MoreAM Wake-Up Call covers culture, beauty and music
This episode of the AM Wake-up Call discusses culture, beauty and music, and includes special guests such as Magali Beauvue, BRS Kash and Shawn Perkins. To watch the full episode of the AM Wake-up call, click play above.
Read More12 Black-owned businesses to support online in 2021
This year has been undeniably unlike any other. It’s no secret many U.S. businesses may not survive the recession. That’s why it’s important to support Black-owned businesses and culture. As we head into the new year and stick to our resolutions and live by the mantra, “new year, new me,” shop online and support these…
Read MoreCamille Rose CEO Janell Stephens shares gems about innovation in hair care
When Janell Stephens, the founder and CEO of Camille Rose, set out to create handmade products as a solution for her children’s chronic eczema. The mother of five was at the forefront of the radical shift in the beauty industry when she launched Camille Rose in 2011. Her focus on product quality, integrity, the avoidance…
Read MoreBeauty industry pro Tie Cooper launches Beau Tie Cosmetics for women of color
Ladies, get ready because there is a new makeup line on the market. Makeup artist, beauty editor and philanthropist Tieshia “Tie” Cooper is transforming her passion for beauty into a new brand — Beau Tie Cosmetics. Beau Tie Cosmetics officially launched Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2020, and will feature a line of products with a focus on…
Read MoreAesthetician Terrelle Hunt specializes in acne treatment for African Americans
Terrelle Hunt is a medical aesthetician at B-New Beauty Studio in Atlanta. Hunt works to help her clients illuminate their natural beauty. She offers services including facials, dermaplaning, microneedling and more. Not only does Hunt focus on providing quality treatments for her clients, but she also prides herself on helping them understand their skin. We spoke…
Read MoreJesseca Dupart elevates her empire while inspiring others
Jesseca Dupart is the walking definition of a boss. Besides leading a multimillion-dollar beauty empire, Dupart is balancing being in a loving relationship with rap star Da Brat and giving back to her hometown, New Orleans. Dupart was a hairdresser for 20 years before she took a chance on creating hair products. Armed with a personality…
Read MoreBlack Girl Sunscreen CEO Shontay Lundy creates solution for women of color
If you’ve been searching for a good sunscreen that is just right for your melanin-infused skin, look no further than Black Girl Sunscreen. Shontay Lundy created Black Girl Sunscreen in 2016 after she became fed up with using sunscreens that left behind a white residue. The clear-drying SPF 30 formula provides women of darker complexions…
Read MoreHairstylist Larry Sims partners with Gabrielle Union for Flawless relaunch
In 2017, while Gabrielle Union was ruling BET with her hit show “Being Mary Jane,” she also launched her hair care brand, Flawless by Gabrielle Union. Despite her fame, Union still deals with the same struggles as many other Black women. While privately going through in vitro fertilization therapy, she began dealing with unforeseen hair…
Read MoreHairstylist Najah Aziz describes creating the popular ‘Kelly’ cut
Najah Aziz is the owner of Like The River The Salon in Atlanta. Her dedication to professionalism and innovation has changed the hair industry and inspired hairstylists all over the country. Aziz opened her hair salon 12 years ago as a haven for beautification and pampering with exceptional customer service. She possessed a commitment to…
Read MoreMakeup artist to the stars Malika James says ‘beauty is an inside job’
Malika James is a celebrity makeup artist who has worked with some of the biggest names in Hollywood, including Gabrielle Union, Yara Shahidi, Keke Palmer, Janelle Monae and more. Among her many TV credits are “Grown-ish,” “America’s Got Talent” and “The Walking Dead,” among others. We spoke with her about working in the industry, maintaining…
Read MoreCURLFEST’s Melody Henderson connecting women globally with virtual event
CURLFEST is the “largest natural beauty festival in America,” according to the organization’s website. The event that started in New York in 2014 and expanded to Atlanta last year is a cultural beauty movement. Each year it brings together about 40,000 people to celebrate Black women in all their glory. Unfortunately due to the pandemic,…
Read MoreBlack Radiance’s Lana Gregg extols beauty of ‘My Shade is Everything’ campaign
Lana Gregg is a brand manager at Markwins Beauty Brands Global. In her role, she oversees marketing efforts and strategies for Black Radiance, a mass retail cosmetics brand that caters specifically to African American women. Gregg’s background spans across digital marketing, social media, content development and retail merchandising. During her time at Markwins Beauty Brands…
Read More5 Black-owned makeup brands to support on National Lipstick Day
As we celebrate National Lipstick Day on Tuesday, July 29, we encourage all you beauty aficionados to take time to sample a variety of shades, from bold reds to pale nudes and even bright neons. While you’re on the hunt for that perfect lipstick to accentuate your look, don’t overlook the many Black beauty businesses…
Read MoreMakeup artist Mimi J shares quarantine beauty tips
Mimi J The Glamatory, is a celebrity makeup artist who uplifts women not only through beauty, but also through business. Mimi, who is a Clark Atlanta University graduate, owns two businesses, The Glamatory and Grind Pretty. Mimi has worked with celebrities including Angela Simmons, Kenya Moore, Issa Rae and more. The Glamatory is a vegan makeup…
Read More‘Insecure’ actress Yvonne Orji shows off new haircut
Whether she’s making us reflect on our friendships with her role as Molly on “Insecure” or making us laugh with her HBO comedy special “Momma I Made It,” Yvonne Orji always brings us joy. The Nigerian actress, who is known for switching up her hairstyles from braids, to bobs, to long, to color, always comes…
Read MoreCandera Thompson creates beauty brand to help women with postpartum shedding
Like many women who suffer from postpartum shedding, Candera Thompson was left feeling hopeless trying to find a remedy to stop her hair from excessively breaking. After joining many Facebook groups, she resorted to natural DIY remedies to try to solve her woes. In 2014, Thompson, who was born and raised in the Bahamas, founded…
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