Brighten Up Your Look
Brighten up your look
If you like cake listen up! Cake in ancient Greek means “flat”. Cake can be classified for special occasions. Cake is sometimes sweet, savory and bright. With this new makeup product, I am about to share you will sure want this sweetness in your life.Anastasia Beverly Hills is back at it again with is this unique eye makeup package you will want to get your hands on it quick. This exclusive brand is called Norvina. Norvina was founded by the daughter of Anastasia Soare.
Anastasia Beverly Hills is one of any brands that you can rely upon to have items that were really endeavored and embraced by the substance of the brand from beginning to end. Catch everybody's attention at your next celebration with amazingly splendid look. Norvina Electric Cake Liners by Anastasia Beverly Hills is a trio of water-initiated cake cosmetics stacked with striking, dark shading for master quality face and body painting. These top-notch paints convey long-wearing look with extraordinary shading. Just soak a brush, dunk into the shading and apply for a series of measure of looks, from fine ordered lines to full-body craftsmanship. Accessible in 2 distinctive shading sets. Fun fact about the product it is vegan and cruelty free. I have no doubt this will become your new party look for the summer.
PhotoCredits: Anastasia Beverly Hills
Report: Tykaia Rose
Green Looks Better Than White
This new product will make you want all moisturizer to have a secret ingredient that I am willing to share!
One thing about me I love trying new skincare products. Specially moisturizers over the summer my skin is always oily because of the heat and dehydration. But I have found a moisturizer brand that works really well called Belif. Normally I switch between the gel and cream during the summer and winter because of my oily and dry skin type. This new product will make you want all moisturizer to have a secret ingredient that I am willing to share! Belif was established by Duncan Napier. He had suffered from an incessant hack. In his way , he decided to make a cure out of herbs. With this herb studies for many years he was also able to create natural formulas for the skin. Belif is 100% safe with dermatologically tested. The key ingredient in this moisturizer is Aloe Vera which is known as the "desert lily" for its capacity to endure flaky and dry atmospheres. This new lightweight moisturizer is made of Aloe Vera for a cooling gel that alleviates dry and sensitive skin. Aloe Vera has been utilized for a considerable length of time for its properties. Fun fact of Aloe Vera is known as the “plant of immortality”. This will become your new go-to moisturizer this summer.
Photo Credits: Belif
Report: Tykaia Rose
19 Women-Owned Small Businesses to Follow
In the midst of influencers, department stores, fast fashion, and big beauty brands, it can be easy to forget how important it is to support small businesses.
In the midst of influencers, department stores, fast fashion, and big beauty brands, it can be easy to forget how important it is to support small businesses. They help shape and support our communities, and put more focus on the quality and craftsmanship of their products. The Small Business Association states that independent businesses can help reduce unemployment rates, and estimates that “small business owners create two out of every three net new jobs in the U.S, [which could increase] if consumers shifted just 10 percent of their business to local organizations.” Next time you are about to buy something from a large corporation, take a moment to think how you could be supporting these 19 (women-owned!) small businesses instead.
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Report: Libby Ayers
5 Beauty Brands Helping People During the Coronavirus Pandemic
With the coronavirus going around and putting people’s lives at risk, beauty brands are taking the initiative to give back to people in need during the pandemic.
With the coronavirus going around and putting people’s lives at risk, beauty brands are taking the initiative to give back to people in need during the pandemic. For the next 30 days, clean skincare brand Farmacy would be donating 10,000 meals a day to Feeding America, the nation's largest hunger relief organization. With a shortage of surgical masks in hospitals and urgent care clinics, The Crème Shop pledged to donate N95 masks to customer and hospitals running low on supplies. LVMH, which owns Dior, Fenty, and Sephora would be using their perfume factories to produce hand sanitizer. It would then be distributed to French health services and hospitals for free. The French beauty brand, L’Occitane announced that they would send their hand creams to hospital to help with dryness caused by constant cleaning for nurses and doctors. L’Oréal announced their initiative early last week. Their initiative includes using their factories to produce hand sanitizer and distributing it to the authorities. Their skincare brand, La Roche Posay will be providing hand sanitizers to partner French pharmacies, hospitals and care homes. While their haircare brand, Garnier will be supplying free hand sanitizer to European food distribution customers to help protect their employees and customers from the virus. They will also be donating 1 million euros to their non-profit partner organization, which will work to offer essential hygiene kits to social workers, volunteers and beneficiaries.
Report: Amanda Lou
Shea Moisture Transitional Hair Repair Routine
Shea Moisture has you set with adding moisture back to your hair. While the cooler air can leave your hair brittle, this regiment of products is sure to bring moisture and life back to your hair. What's your favorite Shea Moisture routine?
This year’s weather has been unpredictable with the increase of warmer temperatures and the sudden change back to colder climates. As this can disrupt our skin, it can also damage our hair texture. The sudden change back to cool weather can result in dehydrated ends and lackluster shine. While Shea Moisture’s products are developed in collections, one of the best ways to revitalize your hair is by using products from different collections together bringing your hair back to life. Thanks to Shea Moisture, we have the repair routine for the transitioning season.
Start by giving your hair a deep, well-deserved cleanse with the African Black Soap Bamboo Charcoal Deep Cleansing Shampoo and Balancing Conditioner. Both help resolve dry scalps encouraging healthy hair. One new product to use next is the Cannabis Sativa (Hemp) Seed Oil Lush Length Lite Leave-In to detangle and nourish.
If looking for a silicone-free option, Shea Moisture’s Silicone Free Miracle Styler Leave-In Treatment uses Sugarcane Extract and Meadowfoam Seed to provide slip in place of silicones, which can weigh down fine hair. At the end of the week, treat your hair to the Purple Rice Water Strength + Color Care Masque. Formulated specifically for color-treated hair, this masque uses Purple Rice Water to strengthen strands and add shine while locking in color and preventing brassiness. By the time summer arrives, your hair will be thanking you for the much needed TLC.
Shop The Entire Routine Here!
Report: Necole Jackson.
Paris Fashion Week Spring 2020 Trend Recap
As Paris Fashion Week has come to an end last week, take note of upcoming trends from fall. Our favorite runway trend includes all-black outfits with bold pops of red showing your boss attitude and femininity.
Alexander McQueen - Fall Ready To Wear 2020
Chanel - Fall Ready To Wear 2020
As Paris Fashion Week and Fall 2020 Ready-To-Wear collections wrapped up a week ago and the weather transitions to Spring, now is the time to consider pieces, styles, and colors to incorporate in your wardrobe for Fall. Fall 2020 Ready-To-Wear notes collections from renowned designers, including Chanel, Saint Laurent, Yeezy, Sacai, etc. Each has their own interpretation of what the modern millennial woman should be wearing, but as great minds think alike, there are trending looks you should be paying attention to. While there are many trends to follow, our favorite and affordable trend includes all-black pieces with red statement pops. While each was designed differently, all featured the predominant black outfit featuring a pop of true red showing a bold, boss woman ready to take on the world.
Alexander McQueen included a deep-necked black suit and patent leather heels. The suit, not average, featured a detailed, elaborate sleeve, which also is in trend, in red. Chanel followed with a different approach to the trend featuring a dramatic, black evening gown with red accessories, including belts and handbags. Stella McCartney’s collection proved to be a favorite with a black and red flannel pattern in a two-pieces sweater and skirt with cutouts. As we will transition into Fall in the coming months, we are sure to see this black and red statement trend made affordably in fast-fashion stores like Zara, H&M, and ASOS.
Stella McCartney - Fall Ready To Wear 2020
Words by Necole Jackson.
Photo Credits: Vogue.com, Gorunway.com, Isidore Montag, Alessandro Lucioni/ Filippo Fior.
Look for BlackGirlSunscreen on Your Next Trip to Target!
BlackGirlSunscreen has now become the first black indie sun care brand to have full time placement in a major retailer, Target.
BlackGirlSunscreen was created in 2016 for the “need of melanin women to have a sunscreen brand that caters exclusively to them.” Many people falsely believe that people and women of color don’t need the extra protection from the sun that sunscreen provides, but there is still a major risk for burns, sun damage, and skin cancer for people of all skin types.
The creator, Shontay Lundy, wanted to be able to go into a major retail store and find a sunscreen product made specifically for her, as well as other black and brown women. After years of dedication and hard work, BlackGirlSunscreen has now become the first black indie sun care brand to have full time placement in a major retailer. You can pick it up at your local Target today! The formula is cruelty free, vegan, reef safe, and contains a high SPF of 30. It is also infused with natural ingredients such as avocado, jojoba, cacao, carrot juice, and sun flower oil that make it perfect for everyday use. BlackGirlSunscreen provides protection from the sun while simultaneously moisturizing, and doesn’t leave the aggravating white residue on the skin that is common with most sunscreens.
Shop today to not only protect and nourish your skin, but to also support a black-owned beauty brand!
Report: Libby Ayers
BCBGeneration Launches Makeup and Skin-Care Collection, Gen Beauty
BCBGeneration Has Launched it's First Makeup and Skin-Care Collection, Gen Beauty
BCBGeneration has just launched its first makeup and skincare collection, Gen Beauty. The brand was founded in 1989 by Max Azria, and over the years became a highly successful premiere American fashion brand called BCBGMAXAZRIA. In 2008 Azria created BCBGeneration, which made the brand more accessible and affordable for women of all generations.
After years of keeping up with the latest fashion trends, BCBG is now releasing their first ever makeup and skincare line, Gen Beauty. As of right now, there are 22 skincare products- ranging from collagen gel masks to coconut aloe facial mists, pore strips to cleansing brushes, and even day and night creams. The makeup selection features a series of highly pigmented eyeshadow palettes, mascaras, highlighters, lip glosses and balms, and much more.
BCBGeneration is known for their affordable prices, and stays loyal to this tradition with Gen Beauty. Everything in the collection is priced between $6 and $20. Ready to shop? All Gen Beauty products are available now at bcbgeneration.com
Words by Libby Ayers.
Access Exclusive: Ama Osei
Influencer, Ama Osei, speaks with Access PR to discuss her take on the beauty industry.
Influencer, Ama Osei, speaks with Access PR to discuss her take on the beauty industry. During this time I was able to ask about her reasoning for choosing a path in the beauty community, advice she would give to others and her personal style. Read more from our chat below.
Can you explain your current role in the beauty industry?
“I am not genuinely sure if I actually have a “role” in the beauty industry... But, what I try my best to do, if applicable, I try to bring an item that’s black owned on set to support my brothers and sisters and share it amongst the team. Some people in the industry genuinely have never heard of certain dope designers, so I feel like it is my responsibility to share my opportunities with them even if they aren’t present on set. “
What made you want to choose this path?
“It was completely random. An associate of mine encouraged me to pursue it. She saw my potential and with that small seed she planted I prayed on it and God has made things beautiful in his time.”
What is your favorite thing about your current spot in your career?
“The glam! I am big on self care. Being on set, getting my makeup done, hair done, facial massage, taking photos ignites this fire in me and gives me that ultimate confirmation that this is where I am supposed to be.”
Can you tell me about your personal style?
“I would describe my personal style as sexy chic. No matter your age, I think it doesn’t hurt to be a little sexy and still maintain a sense of elegance.” #foreversexy
What have you learned throughout your growth in this industry?
“Being on set and interacting with people of all different backgrounds and visions teaches me how to adapt, how to communicate properly and learn how to improve my craft while picking up various skills from others while working. You can never know everything, and if you show people that you’re willing to learn, they will be even more willing to share.”
Do you ever feel pressure from social media? If, yes how do you overcome it?
“I used to feel pressure, but that was mainly because I was looking at everyone else and not focusing on what God wants from me. I overcame by not looking at the next person and focusing on God alone. He is the only one that will bring my helpers and put me in places with people I could only dream of by making it a reality.”
Where do you see yourself in five years?
“I see myself as a BIG brand, sharing my story and encouraging young black women to be still, you will make it. Continue to stand on God’s promise for your life. He is the only one that will see you through.”
What advice would you give someone who has an interest in this industry?
“The same thing I tell myself daily is to: stop looking at people and look at Jesus. Ask God to fulfill His purpose for you wanting to be in the beauty industry and to let your dream die so his can shine through you!”
Follow Ama on Instagram: @amaosei_
Interview by Access PR Editorial Intern, Khayla B.
Beautle x Access Partnership
We're so pleased to announce our latest partnership with mobile beauty service Beautle!
We're so pleased to announce our latest partnership with mobile beauty service Beautle! For more details on the new partnership, check out our press release. Visit beautle.co for more information on the brand.
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Links We Love - No.3
The latest and greatest links from this past week & more...
Why Minimal Doesn’t Have To Mean Boring
"From clever cuts to lovely construction, minimal fashion doesn't give it all away immediately"
via refinery29.com
Audio: Justin Timberlake, “Can’t Stop The Feeling”
"Justin Timberlake breaks his hiatus with a flirty, upbeat summer jam, 'Can’t Stop the Feeling.'”
via saintheron.com
Zoë Kravitz Is The New Face of YSL Beauty
"As part of her collaboration with YSL, the actress and fashion muse will share some of her beauty tips and favorite looks as well as star in a corresponding video project."
via saintheron.com
Lupita Nyong'o Graciously Shuts Down Vogue's Comparison to Audrey Hepburn
"Lupita cited Nina Simone as one of her sources of inspiration. However, Vogue reported that Lupita's mane was reminiscent of a shoot the magazine did (below) with Audrey Hepburn in 1963."
via popsugar.com
Rolls-Royce Wraith Luggage Collection
"Designed in the same studio by the same people that brought the car to life, the Rolls-Royce Wraith Luggage Collection is the perfect accompaniment for a long trip."
via uncrate.com
At the rise of Covid-19 many of us first questioned the timeline of fashion week and would we see the regular calendar continue - the question weighed over many of us for months! It was refreshing to see design houses and designers across the globe take advantage of the uncertainty and plow into production mode - thus my interest in Jerri Reid New York - The Black Designer based in Brooklyn New York wow’d instagram with his latest collection paying homage to the Black Is King film which debuted earlier this year in July. I was taken aback at quick of a turn round the young designer produced and released his well crafted designs reflecting some of the films most memorable moments.