Beauty on a Budget

Beauty on a Budget

Check out this week’s video tutorial with new makeup from Black Opal. Black Opal offers limitless possibilities in cosmetics and skincare to enhance the diverse beauty and address the unique needs of skin of color. With this targeted focus, Black Opal has...
Flawless Face Tips

Flawless Face Tips

I’m sure you’ve heard it before: “Black don’t crack, girl! I don’t need no sunscreen! I have extra melanin in my skin!”  I must agree there is some truth to that: melanin DOES provide darker skin tones with a natural sun protectant; however, this does NOT...
My Makeup Show Chicago Experience

My Makeup Show Chicago Experience

This past weekend I attended, for the third year in a row, The Makeup Show Chicago. This was a much-needed break for me because my kids are out of school for the summer. I honestly was most looking forward to spending time with some grown folks for a few days!...
6 Brands to Visit at The Makeup Show

6 Brands to Visit at The Makeup Show

If you are a Makeup Artist, the place to be in Chicago this weekend is The Makeup Show. I attend this event every year as a guest blogger and it is my honor and pleasure to share highlights with you. Every year is like a“big ole’ makeup reunion,” because I get to see...
Beauty Trend & Lack of Shades for Women of Color

Beauty Trend & Lack of Shades for Women of Color

Article Credit: www.Today.com Sade Strehlke wasn’t looking to make a statement– she just wanted to buy a BB cream. The fashion blogger was eager to try out the makeup trend she’d been hearing about everywhere, a lightweight cross between primer, foundation, sunscreen...