Maybe it’s your go to breakfast because you don’t have time in the mornings. Maybe you hate actually eating veggies and fruits but you know they’re good for you so you’re trying your best. Smoothies are popular for a reason, and everyone’s got their own reason for loving them and wanting to make them. Here’s mine. I…
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Flawless by Gabrielle Union – The Afrobella Interview
One of the things I admire most about Gabrielle Union is how grounded she is. I’ve had the pleasure of meeting her a few times — I believe we first met at the Essence Black Women in Hollywood event, and then again when we did Essence Magazine’s Upfront event in 2013. That was a panel…
FORM in Formation — Why I’m Loving This New Natural Hair Product Line
When I learned that a friend of mine with an impeccable grind had been hired by Walker & Company — maker of genius shaving brand Bevel — I had a suspicion that something amazing was afoot beyond the world of men’s grooming. Tristan Walker is a savvy entrepreneur who’s in this for the long haul. For…
Afrobella for GeenieBox — I Curated a Beauty Box for Charity! Check It Out!
I’m 11 years deep in the beauty game, so yes — I’ve been approached a few times to curate a beauty/hair/lifestyle subscription box. I’ve held out or it hasn’t worked out, so many reasons in the past why it wasn’t the right time or the right fit. Then I was approached by the creator of GeenieBox ….
4 Facts You Should Know About P&G Beauty
This post is sponsored by MBIB I had a ball at the Cincinnati Music Festival! My visit to the area was a whirlwind of fun, food and music – but in the midst of it all, I got to experience a really special, insightful afternoon in house with some of the biggest beauty and…
Inside My Cincinnati Music Festival Experience with MBIB!
Summertime and all I want to do is enjoy the season in my favorite way – by going to music festivals all season long! If you follow me on Instagram, you already know that I love a live concert experience. From world music and soul, rock or jazz, hip hop and R&B – I am…
On Learning to Love Your Difference
When I was in high school, I wanted to look like anyone but myself. I thought I was too big, too dark but not dark enough at the same time, with acne and dark marks from picking at my face. My hair wasn’t long enough for my liking. I felt uncomfortable in my own skin….
Beauty Brand History – Vaseline, from Skin Healing Past to Cocoa Radiant Present Day
This post is sponsored by Mirum for Vaseline Cocoa Radiant When I look back at my own beauty history, it was the very first product for me. That would be Vaseline — the multi-use balm that’s safe enough to protect against diaper rash. Honestly, it was probably your very first beauty product too — Vaseline…
It’s Amazon Prime Day! 12 of the Best Prime Beauty Selections
Happy 7-11 everyone! If you’ve been conscious and had online access in the last month, you may be aware that today is also Amazon Prime Day! I’ve been a Prime member for years now, and I feel like in this safe space I can admit to being a bit of an Amazon addict. My wish…
Afrobella on Windy City LIVE — Beauty Products to Keep You Looking Cool this Summer
I always say that this career is a never-ending exercise in rising to the occasion. I have been avoiding TV for years, because of my own fear and anxiety and self-consciousness. For years. I’ve been asked to appear on many a program and always found some reason why it wouldn’t be a good idea or…