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A baby girl, born HIV positive is said to be “functionally cured” of the virus 30 hours after she was born! A “functional” cure means the virus is so small, standard clinical tests can’t detect HIV in the blood and lifelong treatment isn’t needed. It’s being reported that doctors knew the mother of the child […]

Skip the harsh products that promise to work miracles overnight and try out some of the best beauty skin care products from Merle Norman, Sebamed and DECLÉOR. They will help your skin renew while you rest; leaving you with a beautiful complexion in the morning! MUST READ: IMAN BB Crème GIVEAWAY Merle Norman Very Gentle Eye Makeup […]

The 6th Annual ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood Luncheon was held to celebrate some of our favorite starlets who’ve made a tremendous impact in the industry. During the premiere Oscar week event, we caught up with Oprah Winfrey, Gabrielle Union, Mara Brock-Akil and a few others on the red carpet. Check out the video above and find out what these beauties […]

Nicki Minaj teamed up with K-Mart and ShopYourWay for a new lifestyle brand online called “The Nicki Minaj Collection.” The interactive site offers up Nicki’s designs for her Barbz to scramble to their computers to load up their carts. And since Nicki’s been feeling “romantic and sexy” lately, so she wants to dress us all […]

Health

Most people know how to eat right and exercise…right? Maybe, maybe not. At a recent Body Under Construction book signing, I was asked, “Since everyone knows…

Bantu knots (or Zulu knots) are actually great for any hair texture and can help smooth out and define curlier tresses. On the flip side it can add a bit more curl to those with straighter hair. Here’s eight easy steps on creating the perfect knot. MUST READ:  DIY HAIR: 7 Recipes For Delicious Hair […]

Numéro Magazine has now apologized for their “African Queen” fashion spread where they used a White American model, Ondria Hardin, painted in blackface. Even though the model is from the Ford Models agency, where there are a plethora of models to choose from who have Black faces that don’t need painting. Must Read: French Fashion […]

As I expected, PETA is firing more shots at Beyonce for her animal skin sneakers. The bosses over at the animal-rights activist organization wasted no time expressing their opinions on her latest kicks from PMK (Perfectly Made Kicks) that were inspired by King Bey. MUST READ: 10 Photos Of Beyonce Making Normal Things Look Extraordinary PETA […]

Ambitious people rock my world! I am the self acclaimed princess of “go hard or go home,” but I am also the anchor lady for “rest to feel your best.” Every relationship needs balance; even the ones you have with your workouts. Pushing your body to new limits is awesome, but listening to your body […]

Even though Estelle went home empty-handed on Grammy night, the British girl was a winner in our fashion hearts. She wore a custom-made look that she helped to design with Love Collins. We caught up with the designer, who’s niche is custom-made clothing, and we asked her about her passion and her inspiration for the […]

LaLa Anthony stepped out in a bright bold cobalt blue lace dress at the SiriusXM Studios in NYC. The Lover Sara Lace Dress highlighted her curves perfectly and she completed her look with a pair of matching blue Manolo Blahnik Suede BB Pumps. MUST READ: FIRST LOOK: Beyonce’s New Sneaker Wedges By Isabel Marant My only wish is […]

The 6th Annual ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood Luncheon was held to celebrate some of our favorite starlets who’ve made a tremendous impact in the industry. During the premiere Oscar week event, we caught up with Oprah Winfrey, Gabrielle Union, Mara Brock-Akil and a few others on the red carpet. Check out the video above […]