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7 Ways to Catch Fiyah in 2018!
By Erickka Sy Savané2018 is here and once again we are faced with that question: Do I set another New Year’s Resolution?You know it’s hard putting on the same pair of jeans year-after-year because the...
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SLEEKEST Bun on Kinky Hair EVER For Type 4a/4b/4c
ZaraHey Ladies,Wanna know how to get kinky hair into a sleek and LAID bun, no extensions? Hair vlogger Zara has got you with this stress-free approach to the sleek bun, which takes a lot less...
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It Was Supposed To Be A Quick Trim...
By Erickka Sy SavanéIt was supposed to be a quick trim before an event. My husband had been cutting my hair for the past few years and was largely responsible for my hard fought independence from hair....
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Raven-Symoné On Wigs, Weaves And Why You Won’t Be Seeing Her Natural Curls
Raven-SymoneBy Toya Sharee via Madamenoire.com After once giving us a glimpse into the up’s and down’s of being a child star and discovering image and self-worth in front of the camera her whole...
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Choose Who You Want To Be.
ContinueYou can’t be both your old, limited self and your real SELF. It’s either one or the other, because the ONE replaces the other!So in each moment, you must choose. You have to #StayWoke enough...
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You Love Your Friend, But Can’t Stand Her Kids
By Erickka Sy Savané‘You guys wanna come over for a playdate?’ reads the text from my friend. It’s the third time she’s reached out to me this week and the third time I’ve brushed her off. I hate...
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Braided: Elle Magazine's Documentary On Braids Will Give You All The Feels!
Karrueche Tran Not all documentaries are created equal. But Elle Magazine's 'Braided: An American Hair Story' taps celebs like Lupita Nyong'o, Young M.A., and Karrueche Tran, as well as stylist to the...
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Founder of SheaMoisture, Richelieu Dennis, Acquires Essence From Time Inc.
Rich Dennis By Angela HelmEssence Communications Inc., the 47-year-old mutliplatform brand that owns Essence magazine and the annual Essence Festival, has gone back to black (ownership), having been...
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Who's To Blame? Is It Possible To Have A Physical Relationship Without...
By Vince LakeShe said I love you...and I was an asshole. An asshole like that episode of ‘Friends' with Ross when he said I love you to Emily, and she replied, “Thank you.” No, more like an asshole by...
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5 Ways A'mara le Negra Has Inspired Us To Rock Out in 2018!
A'mara le Negra By Michelby WhiteheadIf 2017 was the year of Cardi B, then one can only nod in agreement that 2018 will be the reign of A'mara le Negra, the breakout cast member on Vh1's Love n Hip Hop...
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Idris Elba's Daughter Isan Turns Sweet 16 & Dad Is So Proud!
Isan ElbaBy Erickka Sy SavanéAin't nothing like an adoring dad, and when that dad is none other than sexy ass Idris Elba, well, we all gotta stand up and cheer- Go Daddy! Idris's oldest daughter Isan,...
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Shola is Naturally Glam & a Helluva Makeup Artist!
SholaBorn and raised in Queens, New York, Olusade, aka Shola, which means 'one who is blessed' in Yoruba, is a hair and makeup vlogger who will instantly become your bff in your head! Find out her fav...
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Grown-ish Gives Us the Real on Millennial College Life
Yara Shahidi & the cast of Grown-ishBy Mwabi KairaFans of the Johnson family on ABC’s hit show Black-ish now have Grown-ish to fall in love with. The oldest of the Johnson clan, Zoey played by Yara...
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Is Your Femininity Defined By What Others Think Of You?
By Jashima Wadehra Growing up, the horizons of beauty and what is sexy were not as broad as they are today. I neither had long voluminous locks nor child bearing hips. Instead my parents genes graced...
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10 Signs You’re So Vain
By Erickka Sy SavanéWe live in a society where vanity is practically celebrated, until you're locked in a room with said vain person and then it's not so fun. Are you vain? If you can't answer with a...
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And OUR Winners Of Last Night's Golden Globe Awards Are...
Alvina & Anthony Anderson, Lena Waithe, Issa RaeBy Erickka Sy SavanéIn case you missed last night's Golden Globes it was perhaps the most refreshing award shows in recent history because the focus...
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These Chocolate Mommies Of Birmingham Are Taking Breastfeeding To New Heights
Photo: Lakisha CohillBy Winnie Gaturu Some of the best things in life come free of charge; sunlight, oxygen and breast milk for babies. ContinueBreastfeeding has all the nutrients babies need, it...
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Relationship Cliches: Does Your Man Have To Be Your Best Friend?
By Veronica WellsI like to joke that my father ruined me when it comes to public declarations of romantic love. From an early age, I remember watching some romantic comedy and him, leaning over to tell...
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4 Ways To Hold Companies Accountable When Consumers Of Color Feel Disrespected
By Michelby Coco WhiteheadAt the 75th Golden Globes Oprah said something that will carry us all throughout the year no matter what we are facing. She said “speaking your truth is the most powerful tool...
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This Black, Female-lead Organization is on a Mission to Mobilize 1 Million...
Glynda C. Carr (center) & Kimberly Peeler-Allen in discussion with Alexis McGill Johnson (Photo courtesy of Glynda C. Carr)By Sharon PendanaSince 2013, Higher Heights for America has been at the...
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