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8 Beauty Brands Worth Shopping This Holiday, According To A Beauty Director
Here's a mix of affordable and high-end beauty brands to shop this holiday season, and they're all black-owned!
Just Like The Rest Of Us, Viola Davis Had To Unlearn Things About Her Beauty
Viola Davis talks about her childhood insecurities and what it now means to be the face of the largest global beauty brand.
How 8 Black Girls Stay Lit When The World Gets Too Dark
No matter how dreary the weather or news cycle, these black girls stay lit from the inside-out with the help of self-care and makeup!
Your Opinions On These Current Fashion Trends Will Tell Us If You're A Millennial Or Gen Z
Your style says a lot about you, like which generation you belong to!
18 Secrets No One Tells You About Coachella
Write this down!
36 High Fashion Brands And Designers That Don't Use Blackface
High fashion labels like Gucci, Prada and Burberry have recently come under fire for what many considered to be racially insensitive designs, but there are tons of other luxury fashion brands to shop, and they're black owned!
These 23 Wild Work Stories Will Make You Never Want To Work Again
After reading these stories, you'll either love or hate your work office, lol.
Meet Faithe Herman, The "This Is Us" And "Shazam" Star Proving Age Is Just A Number
The 11-year-old star is coming to a silver screen near you this spring!
Bebe Rexha Calls Out Designers Who Said She Was Too Big To Dress For The Grammys
Grammy nominated singer Bebe Rexha claims that high-end designers won't dress her for the award show because she's "too big."
34 Things Some Men Believe About The Female Body That Concern Me
I think it's time for us to have an adult sex-ed class because WHEW, child.
Here's What Muslim Activist Noor Tagouri Has To Say After Vogue Misidentified Her
Journalist and activist Noor Tagouri tells BuzzFeed's As/Is that she's also been misidentified by Brides magazine, published by Vogue's media company Condé Nast, and she's been misidentified several times by other outlets as the widow of Orlando nightclub shooter, Noor Salman.
I Counted Down 10 Of Michelle Obama's Best Looks And This Is Not Up For Debate
Everything Michelle Obama wears is gorgeous anyways, but I really had to challenge myself.
Gabrielle Union's Two-Month Old Daughter Is The Most Hilarious, Shady Person On Instagram
Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade's two-month-old baby, Kaavia James, goes by #ShadyBaby on Instagram and we agree with everything she says.
What Had Happened Was: An Oral History Of An Iconic "Martin" Episode From Tichina Arnold
"Biggie was the first guest star that we had on the show who literally had everyone in awe. Like all of us were there with our mouths open, total fans."
A Top Modeling Agency Told Me I Was Too Fat To Sign
I hadn't realized how much influence a stranger had on my mind and my perception of beauty, just from a 20 minute meeting.
La La Anthony On Becoming The Multimedia Mogul People Said She'd Never Be
I promise you, when I was on the radio, they told me, "You'll never be on TV." When I was on TV as a VJ: "You'll never be an actress." When I was an actress: "You'll never be a producer.
Ayesha Curry Is Building A Massive Food Empire To Make Our Lives Way Easier
"I feel like I can help people keep their family relationships alive and bring people together through food. Who wouldn't want to do that?"
The Best Backstage Instagrams From The 2019 Golden Globes
If you didn't 'gram it, did it really happen?
I'm Black, My Boyfriend's Asian And We're Living The Rom-Com We'd Love To Watch
Diverse images of desirability do, in fact, have the power to provoke a fundamental change in the way others think; and not just about desiring and dating Asian men and black women.
I Never Knew 3D Hair Beads Existed Until I Saw These Louis Vuitton Ones And Now Me And Twitter Want Some
When you don't see what you want, you create your own and post it on Instagram.
34 Historic Moments That Should Have Happened Waaay Before 2018
These inspirational people are paving the way for future generations.
This Singer Was Forced To Choose Between Basketball And Opera. Now She's Performing Worldwide With Zero Regrets
"I've spoken to a lot of people and they think this is for only rich white people, and it's just not the truth, you know?"
7 Things I Know Are Worth Your Money Because I Tried Them In December
Seven beauty editor-approved products and practices that are worth trying.
50 Tweets That Made Women Piss Their Pants With Laughter In 2018
"Girls don't actually shop we just walk round touching the clothes saying 'this is cute'"
Shonda Rhimes Is Saying Yes To Saying No
BuzzFeed's women's lifestyle platform As/Is caught up with TV titan Shonda Rhimes at the Girl Collective launch event, hosted by the Dove Self-Esteem Project.
30 Amazing Gifts You Can Get From Black-Owned Brands
Bookmark this list of black-owned brands and products and gift your loved ones while also investing in the culture this holiday season.
Meet The Women Changing The Asian Music Scene For The Better
As a Taiwan transplant in NYC studying jazz and a Korean artist who completed the longest U.S. tour ever for a Korean act, it's safe to say 9M88 and Cifika, respectively, have their music career sights set on the entire world.
What Had Happened Was: An Oral History Of Mario's Teenage Slow Jam "Braid My Hair"
In the wake of his new album "Dancing Shadows," Mario opens up about the making of his 2002 classic hit "Braid My Hair," the power of black love and culture, and his journey from teen crooner to renaissance man.
Dave Chappelle Broke His No-Photos Policy To Photobomb This Couple's Engagement Shoot, So Now He's Invited To The Wedding
He laughed and said, 'We’re gonna go viral, man.'
Meet All Of The Model Newcomers And Alums Walking In This Year's Victoria's Secret Fashion Show
From Adriana Lima to Jasmine Tookes to Duckie Thot, See who slayed the runway at the world's most-watched fashion event of the year.
Here's What Everyone Wore To The 2018 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show
The 2018 Victoria's Secret Show took place in New York City last night.
Singer Jamila Woods Cut Her Signature Afro To Remind Herself There's More To Love Than Her Hair
The Dressing Room spotlights fascinating people as they get ready to do their thing. We spoke with singer/songwriter/poet Jamila Woods while she got ready for her set at AFROPUNK FEST in Brooklyn, NY.
Idris Elba Is This Year's Sexiest Man Alive, So Folks Are Starting To Forgive People Magazine For Blake Shelton's 2017 Win
"Can y’all believe that we sat around for a whole year and just accepted Blake Shelton as the Sexiest Man Alive and we were met with this gift???"
CoverGirl Just Proved That You Don't Have To Test On Animals To Make Good Makeup
"Covergirl's certification demonstrates to the world that it is possible to be a global, accessible and innovative brand without inflicting suffering on animals."
Beyonce And Jay-Z Just Won Best Couples Halloween Costume By Honoring Two Olympic Icons
"Seeing Beyonce as Flo brought back so many memories of feeling invincible as a teen. Flo is black excellence."
83 Halloween Costumes That'll Make You Say "We're So Damn Extra But I Love It!!!"
BBQ Becky, a barber shop poster, Sister Mary Clarence, and lots of Cardi, Rih, and Bey.
Here's How A Bunch Of Celebrities Dressed Up For Halloween
Rita Ora as Post Malone? NAILED IT!
7 Things I Actually Tried This October Before Telling You How Great They Are
When your president tweets, money-saving apps, lipstick, a new energy-saving philosophy, and more help me to find joy in the simple things.
Beyonce Was Toni Braxton For Halloween, Continuing Her Tradition Of Celebrating Black Women Music Icons
"Sending love and adoration to one of our talented legends." — Beyoncé
Beauty Mogul Huda Kattan Says Losing Her Job Was Her Biggest Blessing
Huda Kattan of Huda Beauty talks being laid off, what influencers should invest in, and what she wants her daughter to be most proud of.
18 Things Every Woman Knows To Be True
Raise your hand if any of these apply to you *raises hand*
I Bet You Can't Guess Which Sandra Oh Is Younger
I'll say it loud for the folks in the back: ASIAN DON'T RAISIN.
33 Aww-Worthy Sibling Tattoos That Parents Can't Even Be Mad About
How could their hearts NOT melt?
Which "The Haunting Of Hill House" Sibling Are You?
It's time to find out which Crain you really are...
This Line On "Say My Name" By Destiny's Child Is Not What You Thought It Was And Men Can't Be Trusted
Sooo life is one big lie.
Hong Kong's Clockenflap Festival Is Asia’s Answer To Coachella
Artists from China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Korea, Japan, the U.S., UK, Canada, etc. — plus art installations and an incredible view of a bustling urban skyline? Can't be beat.
Only A True Horror Buff Has Seen 40 Out Of These 48 Movies
So you're telling me you haven't seen "The Evil Dead" or "It Follows"?!?!
Universal Standard Has A New Collection In Sizes 00-40 And The Campaign Is Beautiful
Finally an essentials line that's size-inclusive and looks GOOD!
Tracee Ellis Ross Made 10 Black Fashion Statements While Hosting The American Music Awards
"I’ve featured black designers in all of my @AMAs press looks, and will do the same for all my show looks tonight!"
28 Seriously Impressive Costumes That Prove Comic Con Beats Halloween, Hands Down
This year's New York Comic Con featured everyone from Venom to Domino to Moana and Maui!
Can You Name These 50 K-Pop Ladies?
Do you know your Hyuna from your Hwasa?
Rihanna's New Meme Of Herself Is Hilarious But Also Real AF
Rihanna says she feels "attacked" in response to the Navy hounding her about new music.
12 Fitness Influencers Who Aren't A Size 2 And Don't Want To Be
"These women are encouraging others to confidently enter the fitness world and continue to get stronger, and that is a message that we stand behind."
A Woman Just Shared Horrifying Videos Of Her Alleged Stalker Incident Because People Might Not Have Believed Her Otherwise
"Since Saturday night I keep replaying the incident over and over, thinking of the many factors that could’ve caused a different outcome."
Close-Up: Kelly Rowland Doesn't Care What You Think Anymore
Pop culture icon Kelly Rowland on colorism, realizing her worth, and being a beauty icon.
16 Hilarious "Overheard" Tweets That'll Make Your Stomach Hurt From Laughing So Hard
We love eavesdropping, honestly.
People On Twitter Are Remembering The First Episode Of "Friends" And The Wonderful Memories With It
The series lasted 10 seasons and starred Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, Matthew Perry and David Schwimmer.
17 Ways Women Have Successfully Gotten Raises Or Promotions
Four letters to describe you: B-O-S-S.
Adele Just Wrote Lauryn Hill The Sweetest Thank You Letter And People Are Rolling In The Deep
"Thank you for the record of a lifetime, thank you for your wisdom! Thank you for existing."
Meghan Markle Has Been Volunteering And These Twitter Reactions Will Make Your Day
The proceeds from the cookbook will go to ensuring the kitchen can serve the global community.
The World's Most Famous Model With Down Syndrome Plans To Be A Victoria Secret Angel
The 21-year-old Australian model with Down syndrome doesn't plan to let anyone hold her back.
James Corden Wanted #EmmysSoWhite To Go Viral, Wellll...Be Careful What You Wish For
Out of the 26 winners, only three were people of color.
15 Things To Talk About With Women In Their 30s
Fun fact: Women are multi-dimensional human beings who can have conversations that have nothing to do with marriage and motherhood.
Zoë Kravitz's Was Offered A Man's Role And She Shared Her Thoughts In Harper's Bazaar
Zoë Kravitz's cover photos for Harper's Bazaar were unedited and they look breathtakingly gorgeous.
13 Instagram Sex Experts Who'll Make You Feel Waaaay Less Awkward About Sex
It's the pleasure principle.
18 Things That Definitely Happen In Your Thirties
30 is the new 30, so calm down.
Here's What Everyone Wore To Rihanna's Annual Diamond Ball
Hands down, Rihanna wins New York Fashion Week. Again.
28 Things That Mean Something Different In Your 20s Than Your 30s
What a decade of difference does.
If You’ve Done Any Of These Things Today, You’re Actually Doing Better Than You Think
Because life is really, really hard.
Twitter Is Cancelling Revolve After This Fat-Shaming Shirt Went Horribly Wrong
A shirt from Revolve has many people upset and protesting the brand for body shaming fat people.
Nigeria's Super Stylish World Cup Jersey Might Win A Fashion Award
Rihanna's Fenty Beauty is also a nominee.
Beyonce And An Original Destiny's Child Member Reunited And We Have All The Feels
Beyonce and childhood friend and former Destiny's Child bandmate LeToya Luckett reunited, and fans are overwhelmed with emotion.
A Curvy Model Wore A "Sample Size" T-Shirt During New York Fashion Week And Twitter Is Cheering
It's time fashion started properly reflecting the people who wear and support it.
15 Stunning Fashion And Beauty Influencers Who Wear Hijabs
These women are breaking barriers in the fashion and beauty industry.
19 Models Who Prove That Gap Teeth Don't Always Need Braces
The bigger the gap, the better the snap.
This Actress Calling Kim Kardashian An Agent For Patriarchy Is Trending On Twitter
Jameela Jamil got very candid about society's obsession with vanity and sending unhealthy messages to women.
This Woman Died After A Legal Butt Lift Surgery
Leah Cambridge, a mom of three, died during a legal Brazilian butt lift surgery. Celebrities like K. Michelle and Cardi B. have also spoken up about complications from illegal butt enhancement procedures.
Tess Holliday Is On The Cover Of Cosmopolitan And She Looks And Feels Incredible
The supermodel opened up about the #MeTooMovement, learning to love herself, and how she will keep fighting for size inclusivity, despite the haters.
People On Twitter Are Sharing What It's Like To Have A Disability Others Can't See
A very important Twitter thread is shedding light on the everyday experiences of people living with invisible illnesses or disabilities.
Amandla Stenberg Spoke Out About The Light Skin-Privilege She And Biracial Actresses Yara Shahidi And Zendaya Receive
"Something interesting has happened with me and Yara and Zendaya — there is a level of accessibility of being biracial that has afforded us attention in a way that I don’t think would have been afforded to us otherwise."
11 Celebrity Photos From This Year's Black Girls Rock Awards Show
Featuring gorgeous looks from Janet Jackson, Ciara, Ava DuVernay, and more.
We Found The World's Most Beautiful People, And It's Not An Opinion
If anyone needs us we'll be scrolling and jamming to A Seat At The Table softly in the background.
27 Movie And TV Characters That Really Made Us Feel Good About Ourselves
Hopefully these diverse characters challenge media to continue expanding what representation looks and feels like.
31 Beauty Icons Who Are Powerful And Brilliant
The Kardashian-Jenner influence is as undeniable as the power of representation.
The Model Alliance Has Responded To Kendall Jenner's Recent Controversial Comments
Kendall Jenner, the world's highest paid supermodel, claims she was misquoted in a recent article, but some people still aren't buying it.
13 Reasons Why "Crazy Rich Asians" Is Not Just A Movie, It's A Movement
"This is the film that I’ve been waiting for all my life!"
20 "Crazy Rich Asians" Reactions That Will Make You Hit That Retweet Button
Hubba, hubba — representation is sexy! Also, lots of tears.
17 Models Whose Freckles We Want To See In The Next Beauty Campaign
Who needs concealer when you can show off these beauty marks?
Lena Waithe's Reason For Cutting Off All Her Hair Is Actually A Master Class In Zero-Fucks Living
"And I'm here with a Prada suit on, not a stitch of makeup, and a haircut, and I feel like why can't I exist in the world in that way?"
This Artist Perfectly Reimagined Hermione From Harry Potter And People Are Saying It's The Best Depiction Yet
"This is truly one of the most wonderful Hermiones I've ever seen or imagined."
Princess Tiana Is In Wreck-It Ralph 2 And She Looks A Lot Different From How We Last Saw Her
The first black Disney princess, Tiana, makes an appearance in the "Wreck-It Ralph 2" trailer and fans have a lot of feelings about her skin tone and natural hair.
82 Thoughts I Had While Watching The "Insecure" Season Three Premiere
From broken p***y to dry p***y, somethings never change.
Halsey Shut Down Trolls Who Said Her Real Hair Was A Wig
Singer Halsey showed what her real hair looks like after a year of wearing wigs.
21 Tweets You Should Send To Your Significant Other ASAP
"He lets me put my freezing cold feet on his warm body at night, even though he doesn’t enjoy it."
Here's Why Beyoncé's Vogue Cover Is The Blackest Vogue Cover Of All Time
"This is the first ever Vogue cover shot by an African American photographer" - Beyoncé.
Beyoncé Told Vogue She Has A FUPA And We've Never Felt More Seen
"But right now, my little FUPA and I feel like we are meant to be."
Here Are The Best Reactions To Beyonce's Vogue Cover
Beyonce is on the September issue of Vogue and the Internet has the best reactions.
