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Black Owned Beauty Brands to Shop this Black History Month AND Beyond
Black Owned Beauty Brands to Shop this Black History Month AND Beyond

In recent years I have been making it a point of duty to support brands and companies that are black owned.  I don't support or encourage mediocrity so I am not only supporting these companies because they are black owned, I am supporting because they are black owned AND they have amazing products.

Review + Giveaway: All About Eyes with Olay

Olay recently introduced a collection of eye creams formulated to treat the concerns affecting 95% of women. Check out my review and enter to win all 5 eye creams. 

Mario Badescu and Clarisonic -- A Match Made in Skincare Heaven
3 Products to Treat Hyperpigmentation (Dark Spots)
Destination Beauty: Vivrant Beauty - Harlem's Newest Gem
Use this RoC Skincare Night Cream as an Overnight Sleep Mask
Get the Glow with Olay Regenerist Luminous
5 Products to Brighten Skin Tone and Even Texture
Product Review: H&M Body Cream
Got Acne? Here's How to Care For Your Skin During Winter
Hair + Makeup
How to Care for Porous Hair
How to Care for Porous Hair

Is your hair always dry and frizzy? Does it seem like too much product is never enough? You may have porous hair.  Here are some dos and don'ts to help you care for your hair, as well product recommendations from certified hair experts.

Anti-Shampoo? Here Are 5 Cleansing Conditioners and Co-Washes to Try
Anti-Shampoo? Here Are 5 Cleansing Conditioners and Co-Washes to Try

The number one battle for women with curly hair is moisture retention. So, any product that promises to leave moisture behind rather than taking it down the drain will be a hit.  Here are 5 Cleansing Conditioners/Co-washes to try.

Requested: Hair Tutorial for my Super Easy Top Knot
Requested: Hair Tutorial for my Super Easy Top Knot

Making this top knot on clean hair now takes me less than 3 minutes and I don't even need a mirror.  Here's how you can do it, too.

The Color Correctors You Need if You Have Dark Skin

It seems a new makeup color corrector is released every 5 minutes. This time last year contouring and strobing were all the rage and I only few social media posts were dedicated to color correctors -- now, they are everywhere! Dark skin? Here are the ones you need.

Twist Out Win: Cantu, Beautiful Textures and Naturals by Gina B
Current Favorites: Hair Care Products for 4C Natural Hair
How I Regrew My Eyebrows in 3 Easy Steps
Inglot Launches 17 new shades of Stick Foundation
8 Foundations for Dark Skin
Contouring on Dark Skin Using Cover FX Contouring Palette
Hand + Nails
Current Favorites: 5 Top Coats I'm Loving Right Now
Current Favorites: 5 Top Coats I'm Loving Right Now

These 5 top coats, paired with most of the polishes I have used in the last several months, have given me at least 6 days of chip-free wear. 

Basics for Long Lasting DIY Manicures
Basics for Long Lasting DIY Manicures

All manicures are not created equal.  Not even those that can run you upwards of $30 at the salons. Here are my proven steps for long lasting do-it-yourself manicure. 

2015 Favorites: Top Nail Polishes

If you check  #CNCmani on Instagram you will notice I didn't do nearly as many manicures in 2015 as I did the year before. Here are my favorites paint jobs from the last 12 months.

Shop the Alexa Chung x Nails Inc Collection at Sephora
Food + Drink
Recipe: Fig and Gorgonzola Bruschetta
Food Essentials: Lemons
Recipe: Lemon Rosemary Branzino
Healthy Newark Restaurants
Pumpkin Pancakes with Bacon Walnut Maple Syrup
Pumpkin Pancakes with Bacon Walnut Maple Syrup
Recipe: Fig Pizza
Tomato Arugula Salad with Basil Pesto Dressing
Tomato Arugula Salad with Basil Pesto Dressing
Vegan Sweet Potato Pie Smoothie Recipe
Cocktail Corner: Strawberry Mojito
Cocktail Corner: Fresh Apple Martini
Health + Fitness
Achieving Your Best Body
Don't Want to Exercise? Blame Your Dorsal Medial Habenula
Update to My Scientific 7 Minute Workout Routine
4 Tips to Help You Workout Regularly
Science Says All You Need For a Good Workout is 7 Minutes
Jumping Rope - Good for Body and Brain
10 Minute Workout
Back to the 80s on the Stairmaster
Running is Not For Me
Walking is Better than Sitting on the Couch
Fashion + Style
Rocksbox - Jewelry Subscription Box With a Twist
DIY Spike Threader Earrings with Pearl Studs
Halle Berry Launches Affordable Lingerie Line (and I'm Here For It)
What I Wore: Featuring Mossimo, Nine West and West Elm
My Thoughts on Vogue's Kimye Cover
ASOS Offers Clothing Options for Tall Women
9 Fashion Fails
How to Extend the Life of Your Forever 21-ish Purchases
My 18 Rules of Fashion Week
Ideas + Entertainment
Join the Face Flawless Skin Crew at The Makeup Show Atlanta Pop-up Shop

After hosting three successful events in New York City, the Face Flawless Skin Crew will make a guest appearance at The Makeup Show Atlanta Pop-up Shop on June 18, 2016 at 4:15pm.

Face Flawless Skin Clinic - What You Missed and Why You Should Care
The Jill Scott 2015 Tour Hits NJPAC in July!
DMX, Big Daddy Kane, Rakim and More at NJPAC
Patti Labelle at NJPAC Thanksgiving Weekend
Why I Don't Watch Reality TV
Now in Newark: Ready or Not Exhibit at Newark Museum
My 2013 New Year's Resolutions Update
The Endangered Politician and Hypocrisy
Plankton Attraction

Featured Favorite

Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid

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When you roll strong you don’t have to roll deep💍. #bridesquad #bride #maidofhonor #roadtoliburd #staceysmomhasgotitgoingon She’s on a very short list of people who would get a kidney if needed.  Cheers to bride to be and my bestie, @dearstacey. #roadtoliburd Hmmm... “After a visit to the beach, it’s hard to believe that we live in a material world.” #packlight #beachlife

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