Melanin Edit
Old School Flare
The Classic ‘90s French Roll Hairstyle Is Making a Comeback on TikTok
Whitney Houston would be so proud.
By Annie Blay
THE MELANIN EDIT
If Grants for Black-Owned Businesses Are Eliminated, Your Favorite Beauty Brands Could Be Too
Black founders share the reality of keeping their business afloat amid the dismantling of many DEI initiatives.
By Kayla Greaves
Braids Galore
Fulani Braids Are the Perfect Hybrid Protective Style
The versatile hairstyle will put an end to your indecision.
By Annie Blay
CURL CLASS
A New Law Requires All Cosmetology Students in New York State Learn to Style Textured Hair
In the past, students would have to seek additional courses for specialized training.
By Kayla Greaves
BEAUTY SPOTLIGHT
20 Black-Owned Skin-Care Brands That'll Elevate Your Routine
We found complexion-perking finds for basically every skin type.
By Annie Blay
BLACK BEAUTY
11 Black-Owned and -Founded Makeup Brands That Stay in Our Bags
These brand founders have set a new level of artistry.
By Annie Blay
BRAND DISCOVERY
17 Black-Owned and -Founded Hair-Care Brands That Will Elevate Your Routine
Make space in the shower for these gems.
By Annie Blay
It's Textured
For Black Women, Traction Alopecia Costs Us More Than Our Hair
Three women share their journey with traction alopecia.
By Annie Blay
Here Comes The Bride
8 Natural Bridal Hairstyles That Will Elevate Your Wedding Day Look
These textured hairstyles are as elegant as they come.
By Annie Blay
Silky Smooth
Everything To Know Before Getting a Keratin Treatment on Natural Hair
Longer silk presses sound amazing—but what’s the catch?
By Annie Blay
P(R)ETTY POLITICS
Representative Jasmine Crockett: “I'm Nobody's Punk”
The congresswoman dives into everything wrong with the infamous eyelash incident.
By Jessica Cruel
Shelf Life
Taraji P. Henson Has a Fully Functional Nail Salon in Her House
She's even doing her own nail extensions on the set of her latest movie.
By Annie Blay
COVER STORY
Willow’s Bold Moves and Big Feelings
In music and in life, Willow Smith sees no limits: “I just have to trust myself.”
By Jessica CruelPhotography by Zhong Lin
BOO WHO?
Black Women Are Fed Up With Instagram Hairstylists
Deposit demons, “hey boo” texts, and lengthy policies.... How did things get this bad?
By Annie Blay
Just Asking
How Issa Rae Has Kept Her Edges in Tact All These Years
The actor shares her favorite hairstyles, her best DIY skin-care tip, and the one beauty trend she can’t stand.
By Annie Blay
COVER STORY
How Saweetie It Is
The star is back with new music, a sharper vision, a budding acting career, and the grit to make this new phase her best yet.
By Lakin Imani StarlingPhotography by Dan Beleiu
FIRST IMPRESSIONS
Beyoncé's Mom Gave Me a Haircut Using Cécred Products
Here are my honest first impressions of the singer's highly anticipated hair-care line.
By Jessica Cruel
Hair
A New California Bill Aims to Ensure Incarcerated People of Color Have Access to Suitable Hair Products
The Culturally Competent Hair Care Act recognizes that curl-focused formulas are a need, not a luxury.
By Marci Robin
JUST ASKING
How Ziwe Uses Makeup to Look Like “a Goo-Goo Ga-Ga Young Gen Z Baby”
The author and comedian talks beauty trends, writing a book, and her new collab with Urban Decay.
By Annie Blay
CENTER STAGE
This Wig Designer Is Trying to Fix Broadway’s Hair Inclusivity Problem
Nikiya Mathis made Broadway history as the wig and hair designer for Jaja’s African Hair Braiding. Now, she’s on a mission to make all Black actors feel more cared for behind the scenes.
By Houreidja Tall