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5 days ago | 
girlsunited.essence.com | Larry Stansbury
Zaya Wade is no stranger to the spotlight, but she’s not here to live in anyone’s shadow. The 16-year-old style maven, trans advocate, and founder of the nonprofit Translatable is blazing her own trail—and now, she’s adding beauty muse to her growing résumé. In her latest partnership with MAC Cosmetics, Zaya stars in a new campaign for Lipglass Air, a featherlight, high-shine remix of the cult-classic Lipglass.
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6 days ago | 
essence.com | Larry Stansbury
As we settle into spring, beauty’s latest vibe is clear: soft glam is blooming. Think: radiant skin, diffused blush, and a glossy lip that feels more effortless than edited. But don’t confuse this look for bare or basic. According to top Black makeup artists, 2025’s soft glam is a love letter to melanin, blending technique, tone, and intention to celebrate what’s naturally ours.
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1 week ago | 
essence.com | Larry Stansbury
Courtesy of L’Oréal Paris When it comes to the Met Gala, Halle Berry knows exactly how to command the carpet—and this year, she did it as the ultimate LaQuan Smith muse. For the 2025 theme, which called for fine tailoring and archival elegance with a futuristic lens. “What excited me most was being able to see LaQuan’s interpretation of the theme,” Berry tells ESSENCE.
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1 week ago | 
essence.com | Larry Stansbury
Courtesy of Bath & Body Works Jessica Williams is no stranger to a good scent memory. Like many of us who grew up rushing to Bath & Body Works with allowance money in hand, she still vividly remembers her cucumber melon era. “You couldn’t tell me nothing,” she tells ESSENCE. “There was no subtlety. Glitter all over my lids and that anti-bac gel with the little beads?
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1 week ago | 
essence.com | Larry Stansbury
As I’ve gotten older, I’ve noticed my skin telling its own story—a tale marked by dark spots that linger long after acne flare ups fade. No matter how many $100 serums or masks I try, the stubborn hyperpigmentation and dark spots seem to hang on for dear life. A few months ago, I decided to level up my self-care game with an UltraClear facial. You’re probably raising an eyebrow… but, trust me, this isn’t your average facial.
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2 weeks ago | 
cosmopolitan.com | Shadé Owomoyela |Larry Stansbury
Skip to ContentWe earn a commission for products purchased through some links in this article. From strappy sandals to sexy stilettos, we found a pair that matches each sign’s best self ✨By Larry Stansbury and Shadé OwomoyelaPublished: 30 April 2025for the ariesNike Air Max 90 Womens Shoes You’re a certified fire starter, Aries. And you know you don’t tiptoe — you stomp into the room like you own it (because you do). That’s why a pair of sporty trainers is your must-have this spring.
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2 weeks ago | 
huffpost.com | Larry Stansbury
If you’ve ever sat through a power outage watching your phone battery tick down — or worse, found yourself off the grid with no way to call for help — then you already know how clutch a backup power source can be. Unlike bulky generators or battery packs that need to be charged in advance, we found a smart little device that runs on something you’ll always have: your own energy.
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2 weeks ago | 
flipboard.com | Larry Stansbury
Josh Duhamel Likes to Visit His 'Doomsday Cabin' in This Midwestern State—What to Know About His Off-grid AdventuresThe actor opens up about his remote place in Minnesota. Josh Duhamel may seem like a Hollywood guy, but it turns out, he's most at home in the middle of nowhere with as few special amenities as possible. And it's a lifestyle that, frankly, sounds like a lovely little vacation from the day-to-day …
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2 weeks ago | 
cosmopolitan.com | Larry Stansbury
Khadija Horton/Getty ImagesWe may earn commission from links on this page, but we only recommend products we love. Promise. If you’re anything like us, you’ve already blamed your group chat drama, dating fails, and random emotional meltdowns on astrology (and honestly, you were probably right). But your birth chart doesn’t just spill tea about your love life, it can actually tell you exactly what kind of bedtime routine you need to thrive.
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2 weeks ago | 
essence.com | Larry Stansbury
LaylaBird / Getty Images Let’s be real—when it comes to skincare and grooming, Black men have long been overlooked in the beauty aisle. But now, BLK/OPL, a legacy brand that’s always centered Black and Brown skin, is changing the game with its newest launch: the BLK/OPL Men’s Grooming Collection. And yes, it’s everything.
