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

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Women's Health: Cheer Up Your Coworkers with This Excellent Beauty Gift Exchange
Dec 11

Dec 11 Women's Health: Cheer Up Your Coworkers with This Excellent Beauty Gift Exchange

Janell Hickman
Gifts, Beauty

We did it, it was a-d-o-r-a-b-l-e, and you should start one too.

Cosmopolitan: The Coworker Gift Swap That's Even Better Than a Holiday Party
Dec 11

Dec 11 Cosmopolitan: The Coworker Gift Swap That's Even Better Than a Holiday Party

Janell Hickman
Beauty, Gifts

Cause...presents!

Oprah Magazine: Bring Holiday Cheer to Your Office with a Coworker Gift Exchange
Dec 11

Dec 11 Oprah Magazine: Bring Holiday Cheer to Your Office with a Coworker Gift Exchange

Janell Hickman
Beauty, Gifts

Our team loved it—and yours will too!

In The Know: Dry Winter Scalp? You Aren't Alone
Dec 3

Dec 3 In The Know: Dry Winter Scalp? You Aren't Alone

Janell Hickman
Beauty, Haircare, Product Recommendations

A flake-free forever is possible with these dependable anti-dandruff hair products.

Refinery29: 7 Holiday Beauty Products Sparking Joy For R29 Unbothered Editors
Dec 3

Dec 3 Refinery29: 7 Holiday Beauty Products Sparking Joy For R29 Unbothered Editors

Janell Hickman

Check out the beauty products from Ulta Beauty that R29 Unbothered editors are shopping to uplift their mood (and spirits) this holiday season.

In The Know: 10 Black-Owned Beauty Gift Sets
Dec 3

Dec 3 In The Know: 10 Black-Owned Beauty Gift Sets

Janell Hickman
Beauty, Hair, Skincare

These beauty items aren’t just top-notch gifts. They also support Black entrepreneurs and creators.

Byrdie: This Natural Oil Protects Against Faded Hair Color and Split Ends (Really)
Nov 20

Nov 20 Byrdie: This Natural Oil Protects Against Faded Hair Color and Split Ends (Really)

Janell Hickman
Hair, Haircare, Ingredients

You’ve likely heard all about Moroccan, argan, and perhaps even pracaxi oil, but what about moringa oil?

BRIDES: The Beauty of Black Love
Nov 19

Nov 19 BRIDES: The Beauty of Black Love

Janell Hickman
Weddings

"Simply put, Black love matters because all love matters."

Heyday's Skin Deep: Keeping Acne + Breakouts At Bay
Nov 19

Nov 19 Heyday's Skin Deep: Keeping Acne + Breakouts At Bay

Janell Hickman
Skincare, Product Recommendations

Zits, pimples, blackheads, whiteheads, acne, breakouts...whatever you want to call it, it’s a skincare issue that most of us want to avoid.

Heyday's Skin Deep: How to Deal with Dehydrated Skin
Nov 19

Nov 19 Heyday's Skin Deep: How to Deal with Dehydrated Skin

Janell Hickman
Skincare, Product Recommendations

A common skin condition that’s 100% manageable.

In The Know: How This Black-Owned Hair Company Thrived During The Pandemic
Nov 19

Nov 19 In The Know: How This Black-Owned Hair Company Thrived During The Pandemic

Janell Hickman
Black-Owned Business, Female Entrepreneurs, Hair

Meet DreamGirls, where family comes first.

Heyday's Skin Deep: The Importance of Exfoliation in The Winter
Nov 16

Nov 16 Heyday's Skin Deep: The Importance of Exfoliation in The Winter

Janell Hickman
Skincare, Product Reviews, Product Recommendations

Winter is coming, and whether you get the “Game of Thrones” reference or not, it’s super important that you prep your skin accordingly.

In The Know: The Secret to Vibrant Hair is Color-Depositing Shampoo
Nov 16

Nov 16 In The Know: The Secret to Vibrant Hair is Color-Depositing Shampoo

Janell Hickman
Hair, Trends, Natural Hair

Vibrant color is just a wash away with these color depositing shampoos.

In The Know: Are Makeup Wipes *Actually* Bad for Your Skin?
Nov 16

Nov 16 In The Know: Are Makeup Wipes *Actually* Bad for Your Skin?

Janell Hickman
Skincare, Makeup, Expert Tips

Maybe makeup wipes aren’t as bad as they seem…

Heyday's Skin Deep: Introducing The Black-Owned Brands Gracing Our Shelves
Oct 30

Oct 30 Heyday's Skin Deep: Introducing The Black-Owned Brands Gracing Our Shelves

Janell Hickman
Skincare

Diversity and inclusion is a long-term game.

The Knot: 6 Things I Learned From Re-Planning My COVID Wedding in Just 90 Days
Oct 30

Oct 30 The Knot: 6 Things I Learned From Re-Planning My COVID Wedding in Just 90 Days

Janell Hickman
Weddings

Making your micro-wedding major doesn't have to be stressful.

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