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Why I refuse to Age Gracefully
“Age gracefully” often sounds like a polite way of saying “shrink yourself quietly.” In this essay, Funlayo unpacks why she refuses that script and chooses instead to age loudly, beautifully,...
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Beauty and Aging
Aging is not the enemy of beauty—it’s a new chapter of it. As fine lines, dryness, and texture changes begin to show up, your skin simply needs a different kind...
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The Mature Woman’s Guide to Body Care
As we age, the skin on our body often tells the story first—crepey texture on arms, flaking shins, or rough patches on elbows and knees. The good news? With consistent...
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The Art of Layering
If your routine feels crowded but your skin is still dry, the problem may not be what you’re using—but how you’re layering it. Applying products in the right order helps...
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Melanin Poppin on Juneteenth
Juneteenth is a time to celebrate freedom, tell the truth about our history, and honor the resilience of Black communities—right down to the skin we live in. As we mark...
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My Favorite Summertime Body Care Products
Summer means more sun, more skin on display, and more chances for dryness to show. The right body care products can keep your arms, legs, and shoulders looking smooth instead...
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Assess your Summertime Body Care Routine
Before the temperature rises for good, it’s worth asking: is your current body care routine truly summer-proof? Heat, sweat, and sun exposure can quickly reveal what’s missing—especially if your skin...
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Trade Not Aid: Join the Movement
Every jar of shea butter tells a story. Behind it are women in West African communities who gather nuts, process kernels, and handcraft the “women’s gold” that nourishes your skin....
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Sustaining the Vision through Meaningful Partnerships
A powerful vision can start in a kitchen, but it takes a village to carry it into the world. For a mission-driven brand like Shea Radiance, meaningful partnerships—with cooperatives, retailers,...
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How We Source Our Premium Quality Shea Butter
Not all shea butter is created equal. The rich, creamy butter that transforms dry skin comes from careful hands and a respectful supply chain. We work directly with women’s cooperatives...
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It Takes a Village to Build a Brand
Behind every product on a store shelf is a long line of dreamers, doers, and supporters. From family and friends to mentors, investors, and farmers in our supply chain, Shea...
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Women’s Gold - Expanding Economic Opportunities with Shea Butter
In many West African communities, shea butter is more than a beauty ingredient—it’s a lifeline. Millions of women gather and process shea nuts, using the income to feed their families,...
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Celebrating My Iconic Mother
Some women quietly shape the course of our lives while cheering us on from the sidelines. My mother is one of those women—my confidant, hype woman, and steady source of...
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Amplifying Women's Voices
When women speak about their work, their dreams, and their challenges, we get a clearer picture of what real change looks like. The women who harvest and process shea nuts...
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Women's History Month
Women’s History Month is more than a date on the calendar—it’s a reminder that progress has always been powered by women who dared to think differently. From activists and inventors...
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What Black History Means to Me
Black history is inseparable from American history, yet too often it’s pushed to the margins. For me, Black history is about truth-telling, creativity, and the everyday courage of our ancestors....
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Why You Need to Moisturize with Shea Butter Daily
If your skin feels tight again just hours after moisturizing, your routine may be missing shea butter. This nutrient-rich fat forms a soft, breathable shield on the skin, helping lock...
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Get your Skin Winter Ready
Winter can be brutal on dry or sensitive skin. Cold air outside and heated air inside combine to strip away moisture, leaving skin rough, tight, and irritated. The key to...
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No More Resolutions
Every January, we’re bombarded with messages about “fixing” ourselves through strict resolutions that rarely last beyond a few weeks. What if, instead, we chose to care for ourselves consistently in...
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How to Fade Dark Spots from Hyperpigmentation
Dark spots and uneven tone can linger long after acne, inflammation, or bug bites have healed. Hyperpigmentation is especially common on melanated skin, but the right routine can noticeably fade...
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Caring for Sensitive Skin
If your skin reacts to everything—from fragrance to weather changes—you’re not alone. Sensitive skin needs a simple, soothing routine that prioritizes barrier support over aggressive treatments. Here, we share how...
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Managing Baby Eczema Flare Ups
Watching a baby struggle with itchy, inflamed skin is heartbreaking—especially when eczema patches seem to pop up overnight. We know this journey personally, which is why gentle, effective care for...
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Finding the Best Moisturizer for your Skin
Walk down any beauty aisle and you’ll see shelves full of moisturizers promising miracles—but not every texture or formula is right for your skin. The key is understanding what your...
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My Self Care Get Away at the Revival Baltimore Hotel
Sometimes the best gift you can give yourself is a change of scenery. My stay at the Revival Baltimore Hotel reminded me how powerful it is to step away from...