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Hair

How to Grow Out Your Relaxer With Minimal Breakage

Experts explain what it takes to transition from a perm to natural hair.
Hair

We Are on the Cusp of Another Natural Hair Movement

One TikTok creator’s viral comments about wigs and weaves are resurfacing a divided conversation about embracing your natural texture.
Bring On The Heat

How to Silk Press Your Hair Without Getting Heat Damage

Experts break down how to get silky straight strands without frying your hair.
Hair

How to Wash Box Braids So They Don't Get Frizzy or Moldy

Just because your hair is in a protective style doesn't mean you can skip the shampoo.
Skin

The Skin-Care Routines of 8 Black Dermatologists

These experts share the serums, moisturizers, and sunscreens that get them through their day. 
Product Review

4 Allure Editors Try Grow-Good, Cardi B's New Hair-Care Line

She says these formulas are the secret sauce behind her waist-length hair.
INTERVIEW

Keke Palmer on Her Pixie Cut Era and Going Back to Relaxers

The actor talks about maintaining her big chop and permitting herself to choose ease when it comes to her hair.
Style

Boho Braids Give Classic Box Braids an Effortless Upgrade

The looks combines the structure of braids with romantic, free-flowing curls and waves.
Hair

18 Black-Owned and -Founded Hair-Care Brands for Natural and Textured Hair

Some of our favorite shampoos, conditioners, and stylers hail from these brands
Skin

18 Black-Owned Skin-Care Brands That'll Elevate Your Routine

We found complexion-perking finds for basically every skin type.
Hair

The ’90s Fluffy Bob Will Make You Excited to Get a Silk Press

The voluminous chop captures the same je ne sais quoi that Nia Long, Halle Berry, and Naomi Campbell embodied during that era.
Hair

Miracle Knots Give You Salon-Level Boho Braids At Home

The braiding method has gone viral for how easy it is to do yourself.
Hair

The Top Natural Hair Trends of 2026 Prioritize Low Tension

This year is all about doing less pulling, heating, and manipulating.
Hair

The Curl Pattern Chart Is Long Overdue for an Upgrade

The 30-year-old system that classifies hair texture with letters and numbers overlooks science and enforces racial biases.
Hair

12 Natural Bridal Hairstyles That Will Elevate Your Wedding Day Look

These textured hairstyles are as elegant as they come.
Hair

This Is How the Woman With the World's Largest Afro Retains Her Length

Plus more tips from pros for growing long curls and coils.
Eczema & Psoriasis

5 Black Dermatologists on How They Handle Their Eczema

What works for them, what doesn’t, and what you may want to try too.
The Melanin Edit

How One Woman Turned Her Battle With Eczema Into a Lifeline for Others

“Before I started running this group, I suffered in silence.”
Hair

I Tried Unruly, the Hairstyling Service That Sends a Braider to Your House

The were no surprises, no damaged edges, and no last-minute “hey boo” texts.
BREAKING NEWS

Kim Kardashian Hired Ami Colé Founder Diarrha N’Diaye-Mbaye to Lead Skims Beauty

This gives us some major insights into how Skims Beauty will operate.