Mourning Expectations
Every day for 29 years, I led my mind to believe that perfection was possible. I just needed to work a little harder and push myself just a little more. As I continued to move the finish line of what
Is Fenty Pro Filt’r Breaking Me Out?
If you haven’t heard of Fenty Beauty, I can’t help but question what’s wrong with you? Where have you been? Rihanna is the brainchild of Fenty Beauty which launched in September 2017. Since its conception, Fenty has become a widely
An Open Letter Between a Mother and Daughter: Am I Beautiful?
What people deem as beautiful in 2018 is a million dollar question that many are struggling to answer for themselves, even through adulthood. Raising a child in this technology driving world can be hard on both the parent and child.
The Black Bottom Line
Nothing sets a snatched colorful eye look off like a bold matte black eyeliner. My beloved Inglot Cosmetics AMC Eyeliner Gel in the shade 77 was bone dry. With no beauty supply store close by, I had to settle for
Juvia’s Place- The Saharan Blush Bundle Review
I can’t lie, I’m a blush snob! I only wear NARS, Black Radiance, or Milani. These brands have mastered the art of having insanely rich pigmentation, that applies buttery smooth to the skin. Most importantly, the blush is buildable and
7 Tips to Survive the HBCU Experience
There is nothing on EARTH like the HBCU Experience. Here are 7 tips to make it to graduation day! #1. If You’re Going to do Wrong, do it Right! Please use protection, get tested, and have a designated driver (DD) you can
How to Deal with a Braggadocios One Upper
Have you ever had someone constantly disclose unnecessary materialistic details that add absolutely no value to their story? If you mention anything bad or good about your life, they have to share a similar experience with a side of extra
Liz Loves: Kiss Impress Press-on Manicure, I’m Impressed
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Losing My Crown of Glory… And How I Got It Back
In April of 2013, I married my best friend and decided to follow him anywhere the military took us. As a Naturalista, I began to panic. What was I going to do with my hair? I was 3 years natural