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How to Look and Feel Your Best This Summer (and Always): Eat Breakfast
And here are 8 reasons why: 1. Eating breakfast helps you maintain a healthy metabolism. While your body won’t automatically shift into “starvation mode” or anything, skipping meals can cause your resting metabolism to slow down, since there’s nothing in your system for it to burn. Fueling your body first thing in the morning ensures that […]
Don’t Sleep on Soul Singer Nneka
You’ve probably never of heard of Nneka, but trust us on this one, she’s someone you want to know about. The Nigerian singer rarely receives local airplay and her videos usually don’t make it to the top ten countdowns, but that isn’t because she’s not worthy — her raspy vocals and true-to-life lyrics could put […]
5 Signs He’s More Than Just a Friend
Between his flirty smiles and one-word texts, you can never quite tell what your crush is thinking — until now. Check out these 5 ways to tell if your guy BFF might want to be more than just that. 5. He always finds a way to touch you: It can be as simple as a playful […]
We are the Dream and the Hope of the Slave. Not Somebody’s Stereotype
You may write me down in history With your bitter, twisted lies, You may trod me in the very dirt But still, like dust, I’ll rise. – Maya Angelou Just in case you hadn’t heard… Social media outlets exploded last month when the satirical website, The Onion, called Oscar nominee Quvenzhané Wallis the “C” word. […]
6 Skin-Saving Secrets for Black Girls
Beat the ash and get gorgeous skin all year long with these easy tips: 6. Fall in Love with Water But not why you think. We’re not talking about forcing down eight or nine glasses; in fact, according to Discovery Fit & Health, drinking excess water does not affect your skin in any way. Splashing […]
See the World on a Student Budget
You’re the type of girl who’s gonna need more than a quick spring break trip to satisfy that itch for adventure. You want to see far off lands, learn a new language, be immersed in a different culture, and, of course, sample all of the exotic food you can. Solution? Spend a semester abroad! Studying […]
She’s Just a Girl and She’s on Fire
You’ve got big dreams — but if you think you have to wait until you’re older to make them come true, think again and check this out. Who’s that Girl? Davanna Booker (aka Diva Davanna), a 13-year-old eighth grader hailing from Jersey, is a model, aspiring fashion designer, and entrepreneur. You may have seen her on […]
Please Pass the Mic…
… far, far away from Weezy. And drop some #BlackHistory knowledge on him, too, while you’re at it. In case y’all hadn’t heard, the interwebs is abuzz with Lil’ Wayne’s totally disrespectful reference to Emmett Till (pictured above) in his remix of “Karate Chop,” where he actually raps, “Beat that p—- up like Emmett Till.” […]
Behind-the-Scenes: Spring Issue 2013
Get a sneak peak of the #sesimag #springissue by checking out our behind-the-scenes photos of today’s #prombeauty shoot on Pinterest and Instagram!
Happy V-Day: 8 Date Ideas You’ll Love
Your boo thang knows you love flowers, candy, and singing cards — but when it comes to finding a sweet gift he will enjoy, leave that stuff behind and plan a romantic date, instead. Here’s how: 8. Make a To-Do List A few weeks before the big day, have your date make a list of […]
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