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Don’t let Halloween “trick” you into too many “treats” this year! I know, I know, I know…this candy indulgent holiday only comes once a year. But don’t be fooled, we have a couple more sweet-infested holidays right around the corner. So this year indulge with out the extra bulge with these easy tips: Must Read: […]

HelloBeautiful! You emailed us and as promised, we answered. Check out this week’s Strand Therapy Q&A for natural hair. Keep the questions coming. Be sure to send them to strandtherapy@gmail.com. We love this stuff! Hello, I want to have natural hair I’m sick of having chemicals in my hair. I was thinking of getting box braids when […]

I live for the opportunity to give you beauties the lowdown on beauty products–what they do, how they work, is it worth buying? Tarte Cosmetics first came into my scope 4 years ago and our love affair is still going strong. At first glance many women of color, including myself, downplayed the brands’ ability to develop […]

What makes an accessory a necessity? I believe it’s the perfect combination of a classic color and innovative shape. And whether it’s bags, shoes, or jewelry, every so often I sit and lust over items that I could only afford if I skip one months rent. For now (until I marry rich) I’ll just obessorize […]

Health

It’s been over a week, but you’re still coughing. Why? Celebrate great health! LIKE BlackDoctor.org on Facebook! Your Cold/Flu Has Irritated Your Airways Unfortunately, the…

Sex & Relationships

Yes, both men and women can be guilty of things that not only make a harmonious union more of a challenge, but sometimes even sabotage…

“Sparkle” actress, Carmen Ejogo, steps out in high-fashion couture for the premiere of Los Angeles premiere of “Alex Cross” at ArcLight Cinemas Cinerama Dome. She works the red carpet in a revealing sheer embroidered peplum detailed top and paisley print pencil skirt from Etro’s Fall 2012 collection. MUST READ: FAB OR FUG: Ciara’s Black Tuxedo Suit […]

According to Earvin “Magic” Johnson, his decision to endorce OraQuick, the first FDA-approved home HIV test, comes from what he knows personally about the factors…

Now that fall is here and you’re looking to add some warm hues to your home, you don’t have to spend a ton of money by bringing in big ticket items. Incorporate color by adding a few accessories here and there, and why not start with these red-hot lamps! Vicco Table Lamp $64 at walmart.com […]

Academy Award-Winning actress Octavia Spencer recently attended amfAR’s 3rd Annual Inspiration Gala at Milk Studios in Los Angeles, California. Octavia walked the red carpet in a custom-made black and beige embroidered peplum cocktail dress by Tadashi Shoji, classic black peep-toe pumps, and an adorable little black chain-strap purse. It’s no surprise that Tadashi is a fave […]

It was 8:45am on a bright sunny Saturday morning and I was sitting bedside with tears in my eyes. Not because of another sad love song, or anything quite that mushy but because I am what our aunties and grandmothers have referred to as “tender-headed”. Can we talk about the struggle to comb through two-week old […]

Ciara arrived on the Black Girls Rock! red carpet in an all black tuxedo-ish suit from Givenchy with white pumps and an apron wrap. I adore fashion, and all it’s weirdness, so I personally enjoyed the look. It was daring and I can always appreciate a girl who is about style challenges. But as I […]