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Natasha Norris is not just a skincare entrepreneur—she is a trailblazer, a veteran, and a champion for self-care and empowerment. After dedicating 26 years of her life to serving in the U.S. Navy, Natasha faced a personal challenge that would shape the next chapter of her life: struggling with problematic skin and the impact it had on her confidence. She realized firsthand how much our skin affects not just our appearance but also how we feel about ourselves. From this experience, Skincare by CMG was born—a plant-based skincare line rooted in healing, self-love, and empowerment.

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Founded by Haitian professional cosmetologist Francisca Francois, Aeva Beauty was born from over a decade of hands-on experience in the beauty industry and a deep desire to fill a glaring gap. After more than ten years behind the chair and beauty counters, Francisca saw what so many women with deep melanin tones already knew—there simply weren’t enough products that truly celebrated and complemented their skin.

That realization became her motivation. In 2018, Aeva Beauty came to life—an inclusive beauty brand dedicated to dark-skinned Black women. For Francisca, Aeva Beauty isn’t just a brand—it’s a mission, a movement, and a love letter to the richness of deep complexions that deserve to be represented, celebrated, and catered to with care.

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Beauty is more than skin deep—it reflects how people care for themselves, their health, and their communities. Joy of Beauty was founded with this philosophy at its core, creating products thoughtfully formulated for sensitive skin and health-conscious individuals, including those living with chronic illnesses, diabetes, or sensitivities to harsh chemicals.

Because the skin is the body’s largest organ, it absorbs much of what it comes in contact with. Many conventional skincare products contain harmful ingredients that can disrupt the body’s natural balance, affect mood, and cause irritation or health concerns—especially for those who are health-sensitive. Joy of Beauty offers a safer alternative. Every product is made from natural, plant-based ingredients that nourish and support a cleaner, more balanced lifestyle.

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Resilience is often described as the ability to cope mentally and emotionally with adversity—bouncing back from challenges and, ideally, emerging even stronger. But somewhere along the way, we started believing that resilience must be earned through hardship, that little Black boys have to “go through something” to grow into strong men. I don’t believe that’s true.

I believe resilience can be taught through awareness, emotional connection, and intentional conversations—without having to manufacture struggle.

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When it comes to caring for sensitive skin, few things are as personal—or as powerful—as a mother’s determination to find relief for her child. That’s the story behind Chatham Natural Skin Care, founded by Chaundra Turner, whose journey began when her daughter was diagnosed with eczema at just nine months old.

Like many parents, Chaundra faced the frustration of trying countless products that promised moisture and comfort, only to find that her daughter’s skin would dry out again within an hour or two. Instead of settling for “good enough,” Chaundra decided to create something better—something that truly worked.

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For years, I treated sleep like a luxury—something I would get to only after everything else was done. I was the person staying up packing boxes until 4 a.m., believing that productivity required sacrifice. Everything changed after my car accident. As a traumatic brain injury survivor, I learned firsthand that sleep is not optional—it's medicine. My brain neededdeep rest to heal, and I had to completely redefine my relationship with sleep. Pushing through exhaustion was no longer an option; honoring my body became the priority.

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From November 5 to December 2, a coordinated economic blackout is taking place—an intentional pause during the height of consumer spending. At first glance, it might seem radical to step away from the holiday rush when stores slash prices and marketing tells us to “treat ourselves” and “buy more.” But this year, many of us are choosing something different. Something quieter. Something more powerful.

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WIth the federal governement now in a partial shutdown, many Americans are wondering what this means for their daily lives and financial stability. Below is a quick breakdown of what's happening, what's affected, and what you can expect in the days ahead.

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BLK + GRN Is Growing: Expanding Beyond Personal Care to a Holistic Lifestyle Marketplace

From the beginning, BLK + GRN has always been more than a marketplace—it’s been a movement. What started as a space to connect conscious consumers to non-toxic personal care products handcrafted by Black women artisans has blossomed into something bigger.

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As caregivers, nurturers, and helpers, our instinct is often to protect the people we love from pain. We see someone struggling—a child, a friend, a colleague—and our first reaction is to step in, to make things easier, to catch them before they fall. But what if, in doing so, we aren’t catching them at all? What if we’re holding them back from the very lesson life is trying to teach them?