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Are you a fan of The Mane Choice hair care products? CEO and founder Courtney Adeleye will be visiting Birmingham, Alabama to showcase her products.
There will be door prizes and fun giveaways! Meet Courtney and view the hair care line at Walmart on Hackworth Road.
Click here: THE MANE CHOICE MULTICULTURAL HAIR AND BODY BRAND: FOUNDER COURTNEY ADELEYE
African Pride, a hair care manufacturer with more than 30 years of experience creating quality, affordable products, introduces its Black Castor Miracle collection. The eight-product range provides women with a simplified regimen to change the way they care for their hair before, during and after wearing protective styles; which include braids, locs, weaves, wigs or any other hairstyle that tucks the ends of your hair away from constant manipulation.
African Pride’s NEW Black Castor Miracle Collection
Each product in the Black Castor Miracle line was specifically formulated with black castor oil; the number one ingredient associated with hair growth and premium, all-natural ingredients like coconut water, jojoba, tea tree, peppermint, coconut and soybean oils, coconut milk and shea butter.
“Through our research, we know that within the past 12 months, more than 65 percent of African-American women have worn their hair in a protective style,” said Kendria Strong, Director of Marketing. “We also know that consumers experience breakage and damage while wearing these styles due to lack of knowledge around proper hair care so we made sure that Black Castor Miracle products were simple, multi-functional and created with the highest quality ingredients to help them protect what’s theirs.”
The simplified Black Castor Miracle regimen covers the key phases or steps in the life cycle of a protective style: (Step 1) moisturize and prep, (Step 2) style and protect, (Step 3) refresh and seal and (Step 4) takedown and detangle, all while nourishing the hair and scalp, sealing in moisture and protecting against styling damage that may cause breakage; helping to retain length while promoting healthy hair growth.
The eight-piece Black Castor Miracle collection includes:
Each item in the Black Castor Miracle collection is priced between $4.49 – $4.99 and is available beginning February 2019 at beauty supply stores nationwide. The Black Castor Miracle collection will be featured in Cosmopolitan Magazine’s popular series ‘THE BRAID UP’ on YouTube in mid-February 2019.
About African Pride
For 30 years, African Pride has addressed the hair care needs of all hair types and textures whether natural or relaxed with brands like Black Castor Miracle, Moisture Miracle, Shea Miracle, Olive Miracle, and Dream Kids. We believe in the unspoken power of a great hair day. The boost of energy that’s given when your beauty and confidence is intertwined should be accessible to all women. That’s why we created African Pride products with premium, natural ingredients at an affordable price to ensure that you’re less stressed about your hair and more focused on stepping into your best self.
Rebecca Minkoff showcased her “See Now, Buy Now” Spring/Summer 2019 Collection at New York Fashion Week, featuring a bright “wash of color” nail by Gina Edwards, Lead Manicurist for KISS Products Inc.
The nails were created using KISS Salon Acrylic Natural Nails in Forbidden, KISS Nail Artist Paints and KISS Salon Secrets Nail Art Starter Kit.
Select models wore black imPRESS Press-On Manicure for a runway-ready mani in just minutes!
Eve presented at the 61st Annual Grammy Awards Los Angeles Sunday, February 10, 2019. She was stunning as she pairs her Ashi Couture dress with Over 140 ct of White and Fancy Yellow Diamonds.
GISMONDI1754 New Diva Collection
Necklace, 110.2 Ct White Diamonds Ghiaccio Collection
Three Tennis Bracelets 2 large white D color white diamonds / 1 Small D Color white diamonds
Solstizio Collection
Earrings, 20 ct Fancy Yellow Diamonds, 3.2 ct White Diamonds
Bracelet, 20 ct Fancy Yellow Diamond, 12 ct White Diamonds
Rugiada Collection
Ring, 10 ct Emerald
Jewelry to GISMONDI1754
Instagram: @Gismondi1754
Gown By: Ashi Couture @AshiStudio
Styled By: Jason Bolden @JasonBolden
About Gismondi 1754:
Seven Generations – One Passion. The excellence and expertise of the Genoa-based high-jewelry brand renowned for jewelry as art, Gismondi combines centuries of craftsmanship and rich history of design over seven generations. With meticulous attention to modernity and references to the artisans of the past, it is a perfect link; connecting the memory of the past and the radiant future. In Gismondi jewels, the manufacturing excellence of the family tradition combines beauty with passion and technology under the leadership of its youngest family descendent, Massimo Gismondi. Gismondi 1754 is sold in the US and globally at fine jewelers as well as in its signature stores in Portofino, Genoa, Capri, Milan, London, and St. Moritz.
MULTI- NOMINEE Cardi B ARRIVES AT THE 61st Annual Grammy Awards in a “cloud” of white diamonds from Nuvola Bianca [White Cloud] Collection, 28 Carat Perfectly Paired D colored Double-Drop Diamond Earrings by Gismondi1754.
ISMONDI1754 Nuvola Bianca Collection Earrings, 28.00 ct. D Color White Diamonds
New for 2019, and seen for the first time on the Grammy Carpet, the Nuvola Bianca / “White Cloud” Collection by Gismondi 1754 is an exceptional, perfectly paired white diamond collection, that like the beauty of clouds are all individual master designs just based on their natural shape, crafted with a most minimal setting to give the appearance they are simply floating on air, just as the brightest, whitest clouds appear to be floating in the bright blue sky.
Please credit jewelry to GISMONDI1754
Instagram: @Gismondi1754
Styled By: Kollin Carter @KollinCarter
Makeup By: Erika Roman @Erika_LaPearl_MUA
Hair By: Tokyo Styles @TokyoStylez
About Gismondi 1754:
Seven Generations – One Passion. The excellence and expertise of the Genoa-based high-jewelry brand renowned for jewelry as art, Gismondi combines centuries of craftsmanship and rich history of design over seven generations. With meticulous attention to modernity and references to the artisans of the past, it is a perfect link; connecting the memory of the past and the radiant future. In Gismondi jewels, the manufacturing excellence of the family tradition combines beauty with passion and technology under the leadership of its youngest family descendent, Massimo Gismondi. Gismondi 1754 is sold in the US and globally at fine jewelers as well as in its signature stores in Portofino, Genoa, Capri, Milan, London, and St. Moritz.
Hello, Spring is that you around the corner? I am prematurely hoping that the weather will change soon. Why? Because for as long as I could remember I love the warmer temperatures.
There’s something about walking around barefoot in the sand or running errands in shorts. Until that day happens I am still digging for jackets and boots.
The inspiration for this look came from seeking a relaxed outfit on this particular Sunday. I wanted to play with the design of the blouse and texture of the slacks.
Color blocking is one of my favorite fashion techniques. It’s the mixing and combining of hues that are opposite on the color wheel. Lately, I have been sharing the importance of color and how it can elevate your personal style.
The ROMme Color Block Blouse was lightweight and the back draped nicely. I will definitely wear this blouse again and share an additional photo on this site.
Additional style options:
ROMwe Color Block Blouse: Amazon | Pull-On Bootcut Slacks: New York & Company | Bracelet: PANDORA Jewelry
It’s all about the prep when it comes to a great Valentine’s Day look. Feel and look your best for date night or a girls night out with these essential products from Erborian, Ban, and John Frieda Hair Care.
Erborian BB Shot Mask ($8, Erborian.com)
Bring your skin to life with this instant beauty-boosting sheet mask that acts as a true concentrate for a flawless complexion. Delivering results comparable to those of serum, it immediately helps to plump skin with moisture, smooth and refine skin’s texture and illuminate the complexion, leaving you and your skin ready to take on the night.
Erborian Glow Crème ($42, Erborian.com)
Glow Crème offers a luminous blur effect and a fresh complexion in a simple step. Enriched with licorice extract, this multi-benefit crème helps to brighten, beautify and moisturize, while also helping to smooth the skin. Subtly pearlescent, your skin will illuminate with an ultra-radiant glow effect leaving you feeling date night ready.
Ban Purely Gentle Roll-On Deodorant ($10, Amazon.com)
Throw this roll-on deodorant in your purse for that quick touch up you need before your plans. This formula glides on clear and clump-free, leaving your skin feeling smooth and instantly refreshed. It’s made with a gentler formula, that provides 24-hour protection against underarm perspiration even for those with sensitive skin.
John Frieda Day 2 Revival Dry Shampoo ($9.49, Amazon.com)
Save time and instantly refresh second-day hair without leaving a visible residue. This lightly scented dry shampoo quickly absorbs oils and reactivates style leaving hair looking and feeling clean.
John Frieda Day 2 Revival Wave Refresh Spray ($9.49, Amazon.com)
Give yesterday’s waves a spritz with this refreshing spray that contains a unique blend of Acai and Avocado Dry Oil. This will add texture and grip to-day 2 hair, making getting ready for valentine’s day that much easier.
Tyrelle Davis and Faith Fennidy, both 11- years old, made headlines when they were sent home from school because of their hair extensions. Eleven-year-old Jorja Orrick was bullied for having short hair, which prompted her sister Sarah to cut her own locks in solidarity. With real stories like these and a history of helping young girls build self-esteem, Dove was inspired to join forces with Kelly Rowland to write and produce an original song titled, “Crown” — a power anthem that aims to break down the narrow definition of beautiful hair and encourage girls to feel confident in wearing it how they choose. The resounding call: “Wear it proud. #MyHairMyCrown.”
“Growing up, I felt many of the pressures young girls face today when it comes to embracing their hair, but my mom would always tell me that your hair is your crowning glory and you should wear it proudly,” said Kelly Rowland. “This song is very personal to me and, having met many of the real girls who inspired it, I am incredibly proud to be partnering with Dove to spark this conversation and encourage girls everywhere to love their hair.”
Dove has long been committed to celebrating all hair types and styles through campaigns such as Love Your Curls and Love Your Hair. To further these efforts, the brand conducted a survey to better understand how to inspire hair confidence in young girls. The study found that 65 percent of young girls view their hair as a form of self-expression, however, nearly 50 percent say their hair can make them feel self-conscious. The brand also discovered that 71 percent of girls look to music as an influential factor in their lives, which inspired the brand to reach girls through this medium with the creation of “Crown”.
“Dove wants all young girls, and women, to have the confidence to wear their hair any way they choose and to see their hair as a source of confidence, not anxiety,” said Piyush Jain, Unilever Vice President of Marketing and General Manager of Hair Care. “As a brand, we are committed to celebrating all hair types, especially for young girls who start thinking about their hair’s appearance as early as age 7. Working with Kelly Rowland to produce ‘Crown’ allows us to share that message in an exciting way that we believe will resonate with girls everywhere.”
To help spread the anthem’s inspiring message, the brand will make a cameo during “E! Live From The Red Carpet: The 2019 Grammy Awards” ahead of the biggest award show in music on February 10, 2019. The special two-minute, a televised spot will feature clips from the music video for “Crown”, directed by Hannah Lux Davis, and a special message from Kelly Rowland to inspire people everywhere to join in the #MyHairMyCrown conversation.
Additionally, Dove Global Self-Esteem Ambassador, Jess Weiner, and Dove Self-Esteem Educator, Dre Brown, will lead an impactful workshop specifically designed to address topics around expressing self-confidence through embracing and celebrating all hair types. Kelly Rowland will reveal the curriculum and serve as a mentor during the workshop with young people from a local Boys & Girls Club. Dove is the largest provider of self-esteem education in the world. Through the Dove Self-Esteem Project, we have reached 29 million young people with a goal to reach another 20 million by 2020. Dove is encouraging young girls and women from all over to join in spreading this anthem far and wide. Head to YouTube and Vevo to watch and share the music video and exclusive behind the scenes content featuring the real girls who inspired the song.
Debuting February 6, 2019, the single will be released on Universal Music’s Island Records UK and available to stream on all streaming platforms.
About Dove Hair offers a wide range of solutions that provide deep nourishment and repair to meet women’s specific hair needs, whether it is dry, frizzy, in need of volume or damaged. The range includes shampoo, conditioners, treatments and styling products.
About Unilever United States, Inc. Unilever is one of the world’s leading suppliers of Beauty & Personal Care, Home Care, and Foods & Refreshment products with sales in over 190 countries and reaching 2.5 billion consumers a day. In the United States, the portfolio includes brand icons such as Axe, Ben & Jerry’s, Breyers, Caress, Degree, Dollar Shave Club, Dove, Good Humor, Hellmann’s, Klondike, Knorr, Lever 2000, Lipton, Love Beauty and Planet, Magnum, Nexxus, Noxzema, Pond’s, Popsicle, Pure Leaf, Q-tips, Schmidt’s Naturals, Seventh Generation, Simple, Sir Kensington’s, St. Ives, Suave, Sundial Brands, Talenti Gelato & Sorbetto, TAZO, TIGI, TONI&GUY, TRESemmé and Vaseline. All of the preceding brand names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the Unilever Group of Companies. Unilever employs approximately 8,000 people in the United States – generating more than $9 billion in sales in 2017. Unilever’s Sustainable Living Plan underpins the company’s strategy and commits to:
● Helping more than a billion people take action to improve their health and well-being by 2020.
● Having the environmental impact of our products by 2030.
● Enhancing the livelihoods of millions of people by 2020. The USLP creates value by driving growth and trust, eliminating costs and reducing risks. Globally, the company’s sustainable living brands grew 46% faster than the rest of the business and delivered more than 70% of the company’s growth in 2017.
For more information on Unilever U.S., its brands, and the Unilever Sustainable Living Plan visit: www.unileverusa.com
ESSENCE, the number one media, technology and commerce company serving Black women, announces its first-ever digital cover. It was announced today by ESSENCE Chief Content Officer MoAna Luu. The inaugural cover, featuring Grammy-nominated sister act and Grown-ish stars Chloe x Halle, launches on Wednesday, February 6th. The launch follows the musical duo’s outstanding Super Bowl LIII performance of America the Beautiful.
Each month, ESSENCE’s digital cover will showcase a sleek, eye-catching design as well as an interactive rollout. The cover reveal will live on ESSENCE.com’s homepage as a premium featured article and touted across all of ESSENCE’s digital and social platforms. Other offerings include exclusive custom video content, such as “Uncovered” which will feature behind-the-scenes interviews; “B-side,” a game featuring cover talent; social media take-overs and more. In addition, content will also be included in ESSENCE’s monthly print newsstand edition.
“We are thrilled to have stunning sisters Chloe x Halle to grace ESSENCE’s inaugural digital cover,” said Luu. “The launch of our new digital covers is a natural progression for us, as ESSENCE’s platforms continue to reflect what is new and next in our community. It will allow us to capture the spirit of the global community of multicultural women by sharing their stories and building a platform for their voice.
We will be able to elevate our audience’s experience with a vibrant, fresh and bold new look. We are excited to be able to connect with today’s Black woman as one global community—from the United States, Africa and across the Afro-diaspora.”
In the cover story Dream Catchers—written by ESSENCE’s Fashion and Beauty Director Julee Wilson—the sisters share their reaction to their first-time Grammy-nomination, the success of the runaway hit series Grown-ish and their unbreakable bond. The cover story—shot against the stunning backdrop of the Mojave Desert—was photographed by Djenaba Aduayom and styled by Zerina Akers.
Halle tells ESSENCE: “We still feel like we’re dreaming about the Grammy nominations. We’re forever grateful, and we know that no more matter what happens, this honor, it will stay with us for the rest of our lives—and it just inspires us to keep going…”
For more on ESSENCE’s inaugural digital cover, visit ESSENCE.com.
About Essence Communications Inc.
Essence Communications is the number one media, technology and commerce company dedicated to Black women and inspires a global audience of more than 17 million through diverse storytelling and immersive original content. With a multi-platform presence in publishing, experiential and online, ESSENCE encompasses its signature magazine; digital, video and social platforms; television specials; books; as well as live events, including Black Women in Music, Black Women in Hollywood, Street Style and the ESSENCE Festival. Essence Communications is owned by Essence Ventures, an independent Black-owned, technology-driven company focused on merging content, community, and commerce to meet the evolving cultural and lifestyle needs of people of color.
Macy’s and the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women movement has teamed up this February, American Heart Month, to raise awareness about the importance of physical activity to women’s overall health, and to provide easy, accessible tools and resources to inspire women to get active. Macy’s has raised more than $69 million for Go Red for Women since the movement was launched in 2004, and every dollar raised helps fund lifesaving research and awareness that adds more time to women’s lives.
“As the number one killer of women, this cause is near and dear to our hearts, affecting customers and colleagues in our local communities. By providing different ways for our customers to give back, together we are helping women of all ages and backgrounds live longer, healthier lives.”
Throughout the month of February, Macy’s will give colleagues and shoppers the opportunity to help raise awareness and funds in a variety of ways.
Make Good Cents for Go Red for Women
Through Macy’s charitable round-up program, Make Good Cents, customers are invited to round-up their in-store purchase to the nearest dollar (up to $.99) and donate their change to Go Red for Women from Friday, Feb. 1 through Thursday, Feb. 28. Funds raised will be used to support education, resources, and tools for women to improve their health and well-being through physical activity.
Merchandise That Gives Back
Throughout the month of February, 10 percent of the purchase price of Macy’s exclusive red dress will benefit Go Red for Women. The limited-edition dress, by Calvin Klein ($119), will be available in select stores and on macys.com/GoRed.
Macy’s colleagues are also invited to wear red in-store to celebrate National Wear Red Day on Friday, Feb. 1. To further celebrate, Macy’s Herald Square will help to light the night sky by turning its lights red.
“Through Macy’s commitment to supporting women’s heart health, we have contributed more than $69 million to Go Red for Women since 2004,” said Sam Harrison, vice president of giving and volunteerism at Macy’s. “As the number one killer of women, this cause is near and dear to our hearts, affecting customers and colleagues in our local communities. By providing different ways for our customers to give back, together we are helping women of all ages and backgrounds live longer, healthier lives.”
The American Heart Association’s® Go Red for Women® Red Dress Collection®, Supported by Macy’s
As a platinum sponsor of the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women Red Dress Collection, Macy’s helps shine a spotlight on the issue of heart disease in women. The Red Dress Collection has kicked off New York Fashion Week since 2003 and will be staged this year on Thursday, Feb. 7 at 8 p.m. at The Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City. The star-studded event will feature strong and inspiring female celebrities, as well as Macy’s own colleague and heart disease survivor, Emily Straley. These powerful women will walk the runway in gowns created by both world-renowned and up-and-coming designers. Two of the red dresses featured on the runway will be created by designers in fashion incubator programs, which are housed at Macy’s locations and develop the next generation of fashion trendsetters. The designers-in-residence featured are Madelange Laroche from Philadelphia Fashion Incubator and Rakan Shams Aldeen from Chicago Fashion Incubator.
About Macy’s
Macy’s, the largest retail brand of Macy’s, Inc. (NYSE: M), delivers fashion and affordable luxury to customers at approximately 650 locations in 44 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and Guam, as well as to customers in the U.S. and more than 100 international destinations through its leading online store at macys.com. Via its stores, e-commerce site, mobile and social platforms, Macy’s offers distinctive assortments including the most desired family of exclusive and fashion brands for him, her and home. Macy’s is known for such epic events as Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks® and the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade®, as well as spectacular fashion shows, culinary events, flower shows, and celebrity appearances. Macy’s flagship stores — including Herald Square in New York City, Union Square in San Francisco, State Street in Chicago, Dadeland in Miami and South Coast Plaza in southern California — are known internationally and are leading destinations for visitors. Building on a more than 150-year tradition, and with the collective support of customers and employees, Macy’s helps strengthen communities by supporting local and national charities giving more than $52 million each year, plus 153,000 hours of volunteer service, to help make a difference in the lives of our customers.