As a teenager growing up in Philadelphia, I remember relishing the issues of Ebony and Jet magazines. But how about launching the first monthly magazine explicitly targeting African American women in May 1970? Imagine the impact of five decades of Black beauty at Essence Magazine. Essence Magazine debuted in May 1970 and is now the […]
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Anti-Aging Beauty Products I use for my Midlife skin
Happy Birthday Original 70s Supermodel Pat Cleveland
Without Pat Cleveland, there would be no Iman, Naomi, or Tyra. Earlier this week, the black fashion icon Pat celebrated a milestone. Let’s all say happy birthday to the original ’70s superstar, Pat Cleveland. Her modeling career began by accident in 1967, and she was one of the first black models to achieve recognition on […]
The Amazon Prime Unique Beauty Products I Use
Let’s make one very clear: I look forward to my monthly facial. At my January visit this past Saturday, my esthetician, Krissy, said my skin looked hydrated with a healthy glow. It was almost a first for me to avoid breakouts or clogged pores. She asked me what I was doing. I suppose it’s the […]
Year In Review, 2019 Marked Defining Moments
In August 2019, I finally launched my Instagram TV channel with the thrill and excitement of including my photo in the September 25th issue. Recently, on Christmas Eve, I added another episode for the AARP: SIsterhood Is Beautiful Essay Contest.ย As a year in review, 2019 marked defining moments.
We Won the AARP; Sisterhood Is Beautiful Essay Contest
August 2019, by far the most exciting month for me as a blogger.ย Why?ย I received notification from InStyle Magazine, a photo I submitted selected for the September 25th Anniversary issue for the Real Style section. Better yet, I entered the essay competition for a one-year-old website celebrating black women: the site, Sisters from AARP.ย […]
My New Hair Restored My Femininity
I’m among the one-third of the male and female population experiencing hair loss. In my six years of blogging, you may not notice, but I have many photographs capturing my unpleasant problem. Do you remember my trip to NYC derailed because of a complimentary hot girl excursion to Miami? Well, this weekend, I finally got […]
Do You Remember Eunice Johnson’s Ebony Fashion Fair?
Hello, Beauties๐ธ Today’s post, Do You Remember Eunice Johnson’s Ebony Fashion Fair?
Beauties Showcasing Workout Gear
Hello, Beauties๐ธ Today’s post, I’m among beauties showcasing workout gear: the group, the Magnificient 8. The Magnificient 8 is a collaboration among eight stylish women from every decade of life, showcasing our style one generation at a time. The mission of this joint effort is to show how ageless style is; how we can […]
Have You Tried The New RoC Retinol Correxion Max Daily Hydration Creme?
Hello, Beauties๐ธย Today’s post asks: Have you tried the new RoCยฎ Retinol Correxionยฎ Max Daily Hydration Creme? First, before I talk about the new RoCยฎ product., I need to talk about age. You know the struggle is real. Do you believe age is just a number?ย I do.
Smile Brilliant Teeth Whitening Review & Giveaway
Hello, Beauties๐ธย Today’s postย is the first part of two for myย Smile Brilliant Teeth Whitening Review & Giveaway. Please stay tuned for my honest evaluation of this professional-gradeย product. By now, you know that here at The Age of Grace, it’s not just about fashion but about aging gracefully. So, it’s no surprise I will address health […]