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

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Teen Vogue: How I Learned My Melanin Doesn’t Protect Me From Sunburn
Mar 23

Mar 23 Teen Vogue: How I Learned My Melanin Doesn’t Protect Me From Sunburn

Janell Hickman
Dermatology, Skincare, Interviews

Don't skip the SPF.

The Fashion Spot: 6 Ways to Spring Clean Your Skin Care Routine
Mar 22

Mar 22 The Fashion Spot: 6 Ways to Spring Clean Your Skin Care Routine

Janell Hickman
Skincare

We spoke to three lauded skin experts to get the skinny on the best ways to transition your face and body skin care routine, all without stressing your budget.

The Coveteur: Gabrielle Rainbow Talks Semi-Permanent Faux Freckle Tattoos
Mar 19

Mar 19 The Coveteur: Gabrielle Rainbow Talks Semi-Permanent Faux Freckle Tattoos

Janell Hickman
How-Tos

Move over, microblading, there’s a new semi-permanent technique in town—freckle tattoos.

The Fashion Spot: 10 New Spring Perfumes That Are Perfect for Warm Weather
Mar 19

Mar 19 The Fashion Spot: 10 New Spring Perfumes That Are Perfect for Warm Weather

Janell Hickman
Fragrance

The smell of spring is literally in the air — a fresh crop of gorgeous scents are ready for the picking.

Man Repeller: 6 Women on Wearing Their Natural Hair
Mar 19

Mar 19 Man Repeller: 6 Women on Wearing Their Natural Hair

Janell Hickman
Natural Hair

In recent years, the term “going natural” — as it pertains to black women’s hair — feels like it’s finally cemented itself in the mainstream cultural lexicon.

Today: 11 Best New Drugstore Skin Care Launches of 2017
Mar 19

Mar 19 Today: 11 Best New Drugstore Skin Care Launches of 2017

Janell Hickman
Product Recommendations

From acne-fighting gels to beer-infused body wash, here are our favorite newcomers in the drugstore aisle — at least when it comes to the skin care section.

Today: How to Shop for Drugstore Foundation, According to Top Makeup Artists
Mar 7

Mar 7 Today: How to Shop for Drugstore Foundation, According to Top Makeup Artists

Janell Hickman
Product Recommendations, Product Reviews

TODAY Style spoke to three celebrity makeup artists to help take the frustration out of foundation shopping. Read on for six key tips to keep in mind.

Teen Vogue: 13 Women-Owned Beauty Brands to Support Now
Feb 19

Feb 19 Teen Vogue: 13 Women-Owned Beauty Brands to Support Now

Janell Hickman
Profiles, Female Entrepreneurs

Prepare to be inspired.

The Coveteur: Your Hair is Getting Damaged While You Sleep
Feb 19

Feb 19 The Coveteur: Your Hair is Getting Damaged While You Sleep

Janell Hickman
Hair Tips, Haircare

What’s happening, and how to put an end to it.

The Stir: 12 Discontinued Beauty Products & New Faves to Replace Them
Feb 19

Feb 19 The Stir: 12 Discontinued Beauty Products & New Faves to Replace Them

Janell Hickman
Product Recommendations

We spoke a handful of experts to find out to learn about the best #TBT products were, plus have them divulge on their new (possibly improved) replacements.

Teen Vogue: Best Hair Color Trend Predictions 2017
Feb 19

Feb 19 Teen Vogue: Best Hair Color Trend Predictions 2017

Janell Hickman
Celebrity, Hair

Mane moves.

Allure: 8 Black Hair YouTube Vloggers You Need to Know Now
Feb 19

Feb 19 Allure: 8 Black Hair YouTube Vloggers You Need to Know Now

Janell Hickman
Hair, Interviews

Although there are way too many too count these days, here are eight hair gurus you should get to know.

Bevel Code: Acne Scarring + The Road to Healing
Feb 19

Feb 19 Bevel Code: Acne Scarring + The Road to Healing

Janell Hickman
Dermatology, Grooming

We spoke with a panel of experts to truly understand acne from the inside out, and how to improve the appearance of your complexion sooner than you think.

The Coveteur: The Items in Your Beauty Bag You Need to Toss ASAP!
Feb 19

Feb 19 The Coveteur: The Items in Your Beauty Bag You Need to Toss ASAP!

Janell Hickman
Expert Tips, Product Recommendations

What to keep and what to toss in 2017, according to six experts who tend to Selena Gomez, Khloe Kardashian, and Anna Wintour.

Bevel Code: Coming Up Clinton Hill: Charnier Corey of Leisure Life
Feb 13

Feb 13 Bevel Code: Coming Up Clinton Hill: Charnier Corey of Leisure Life

Janell Hickman
Profile, Interviews

We caught up with Corey before the crazed holiday season to get schooled on what’s next for Clinton Hill, wardrobe 101, and of course in true BevelCode style, his grooming secrets.

 

The Fashion Spot: 43 Gorgeous Updos for Short Hair
Feb 2

Feb 2 The Fashion Spot: 43 Gorgeous Updos for Short Hair

Janell Hickman
Hair, Holiday

Keep clicking for 43 braided, wrapped and pinned up-dos for short hair that will have all eyes on you — for all the right reasons, of course!
 

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