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Based in Brooklyn, New York, Janell M. Hickman is Digital communications strategist + copywriter 

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Essence: Why YouTuber and Wig Maker Peakmill Is The Top Beauty Boss of 2016
Jan 31

Jan 31 Essence: Why YouTuber and Wig Maker Peakmill Is The Top Beauty Boss of 2016

Janell Hickman
Profile, Hair

The incredibly relatable hair and makeup guru has racked up more than 400k+ Instagram followers and 850k+ YouTube subscribers since 2011.

 

Man Repeller: Holiday Makeup That's 100% Fun, 0% Cheesy
Jan 18

Jan 18 Man Repeller: Holiday Makeup That's 100% Fun, 0% Cheesy

Janell Hickman
Makeup, Tips

I don’t know about you, but I do not have 45 minutes for an in-depth “face beat” with 20+ steps (no shade to those who do) just for a holiday party.

 

Bevel Code: What Changing Temps in Winter Can Mean For Your Skin
Jan 17

Jan 17 Bevel Code: What Changing Temps in Winter Can Mean For Your Skin

Janell Hickman
Grooming, Skincare

We spoke to a handful of skincare experts to help you conquer winter like a boss.

Man Repeller:  5 Rules For Fixing Ashy Skin
Jan 8

Jan 8 Man Repeller: 5 Rules For Fixing Ashy Skin

Janell Hickman
Beauty, Skincare

Selfishly, I spoke to a few more experts to help myself (and all of you!) banish dry skin woes for real. Read on for five simple rules to follow.

 

Teen Vogue: How I Learned To Cut, Style, and Love My Natural Hair
Jan 8

Jan 8 Teen Vogue: How I Learned To Cut, Style, and Love My Natural Hair

Janell Hickman
Natural Hair

Before #teamnatural became a hashtag, I had proudly been rocking a relaxer since the early age of 6 years old.

 

BET: Virgil Abloh Opens Up About His Denim 'Diary'
Jan 8

Jan 8 BET: Virgil Abloh Opens Up About His Denim 'Diary'

Janell Hickman
Style

We caught up with the man behind the brand in the whirlwind Paris Fashion Week to get his take on America’s favorite fabric. Here’s an excerpt of Abloh’s denim diary. 

Glamour: 5 Things Every Woman With Textured Hair Should Know
Jan 7

Jan 7 Glamour: 5 Things Every Woman With Textured Hair Should Know

Janell Hickman
Haircare

My natural hair journey started back in 2011.

StyleCaster: The Ultimate Guide to Color Correcting Dark Skin Tones
Jan 7

Jan 7 StyleCaster: The Ultimate Guide to Color Correcting Dark Skin Tones

Janell Hickman
Beauty, How-Tos

Thankfully, a little art class 101 makes the latter—color correcting—pretty easy to understand.

ESPN: THINX Co-Founder Miki Agrawal puts an end to period-shaming
Jan 7

Jan 7 ESPN: THINX Co-Founder Miki Agrawal puts an end to period-shaming

Janell Hickman
Health, Interview

Miki Agrawal is passionate about periods. 

Today: 21 drugstore skin-fixers celebrity makeup artists love
Jan 6

Jan 6 Today: 21 drugstore skin-fixers celebrity makeup artists love

Janell Hickman
Beauty, Makeup Artists

Read on to discover the drugstore purchases these beloved experts turn to in a pinch for clear, smooth and radiant skin.

 

Bevel Code: The Art of Etiquette
Jan 5

Jan 5 Bevel Code: The Art of Etiquette

Janell Hickman
Interviews

Thankfully, when it comes to the art of proper manners, AUTHOR, entrepreneur, and new father, Enitan Bereola II exudes class. 

 

Teen Vogue: What To Say When Someone Comments On Your Hairstyle At Work
Jan 5

Jan 5 Teen Vogue: What To Say When Someone Comments On Your Hairstyle At Work

Janell Hickman
Natural Hair

I spoke to a virtual panel of career experts, from headhunters to lawyers, to help you navigate the tricky topic with confidence.

 

The Coveteur: How Six Editors Of Color Beat Dark Circles
Jan 4

Jan 4 The Coveteur: How Six Editors Of Color Beat Dark Circles

Janell Hickman
Interviews

Because for this crew, looking rough, tumbled and tired is not an option.

 

Essence: Fantastic Voyage: 49 Vacation-Ready Hair Styles
Jan 4

Jan 4 Essence: Fantastic Voyage: 49 Vacation-Ready Hair Styles

Janell Hickman
Hair

To help you settle into vacation mode even faster, we found 29 warm-weather styles we know you'll love.

 

StyleCaster: 5 Life-Changing New Beauty Products You Need Now
Jan 4

Jan 4 StyleCaster: 5 Life-Changing New Beauty Products You Need Now

Janell Hickman
Product Reviews, Beauty

We get to see it all: the good, the bad and the peculiar, and we test it all out so that we can report back to you, our readers, exactly which new products are worth your time and your money.

 

Teen Vogue: How This Wharton Graduate Turned Her Blog Into A Full-Blown Online Shop
Jan 4

Jan 4 Teen Vogue: How This Wharton Graduate Turned Her Blog Into A Full-Blown Online Shop

Janell Hickman
Interviews

Christina took some time to talk with Teen Vogue about balancing it all like a boss while inspiring others to tap into their entrepreneurial side.

 

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