Is This Finally The End of Skin Bleaching?
In spite of how it is naturally pre-determined by the amount of melanin in our bodies, skin color…
Dermatology Has a Race Gap: We Need More Black Doctors to Fill It
When California dermatologist Dr. Laura Scott, MD, was a resident, she met with a new patient who sought…
Brooklyn Museum to Honor Malian Mud Cloth Legend Chris Seydou in Largest Fashion Exhibition of Its Kind
Bursting with vibrant, colorful heritage and tradition, African fashion is as rich and innovative as the continent itself.…
How ‘The Beauty Genie’ Is Turning Black Hair Deserts Into Sanctuaries of Accessibility
For many people of color, hair is something of a wonderful showpiece – a beautiful tool we use…
Supporting Black Business in Beauty Is More Than Just Buying Products
In 2020, when the United States was in the midst of an overwhelming moment in history, white and…
Experts Explain Why Iron Deficiency Could Be a Main Cause of Hair Loss in African Americans
If you’ve been experiencing hair thinning – and you aren’t in the throes of a major medical situation…
How New York City Bodegas Became Cultural Hubs for Beauty
For some, a bodega is just a small-scale grocery store. But for many of us New York City…
Janelle Monáe Revives the Legacy of Harlem Renaissance Icon, Lois Mailou Jones
The Harlem Renaissance is arguably one of the greatest landmarks in Black cultural history. As a place for…
Operation ‘Battle Curls’: Black Servicewomen on the Frontlines of the Natural Hair Movement
Just like a shadow, America’s debates on Black women’s hair cannot be escaped…and the military is no exception.…
Conscious Body Art: How Ink the Diaspora Is Redefining the Tattoo Industry
For over 40 centuries, the history of African body art – tattoos especially – has been a beautifully…
The True Cost of Freedom: the Extraordinary Life of Fashion Designer Elizabeth Keckley
As we near the end of Women’s History Month and reflect on so many amazing women, it is…
These Black Female Photographers Are Reclaiming Beauty and Space With Their Art
As we continue to honor women and their accomplishments during Women’s History Month, it is important to recognize…