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Birmingham’s Kenya Staples on Refreshing Your Skin and Renewing Your Spirit

By Nicole S. DanielThe Birmingham Times Kenya Staples, owner of Dear Sunday Skincare, a small business in the beauty field, has a background in chemistry, but it is her military training that has molded her, she said. “I joined the military my senior year in (Ramsay High School), said Staples, who was raised on the north side of Birmingham in a single parent household with … Continue reading Birmingham’s Kenya Staples on Refreshing Your Skin and Renewing Your Spirit

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How Amber Jones’ Sweet Dream Became a Reality in Birmingham

Nicole S. Daniel For Birmingham Times For someone who has never spent a day in culinary school, Amber Jones, owner of Sweet Jones & The Sugar Shack, has done well. The self-taught baking and pastry art professional has made her mark in the metro Birmingham area with her treats and cakes. “I’m not a culinary art student or anything like that I’m a YouTube student … Continue reading How Amber Jones’ Sweet Dream Became a Reality in Birmingham

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N-Finite Spirits Tour Birmingham, AL for New Launch

Tequila is in high demand and there is an increasing number of Black owned brands entering the market. According to Forbes, the Mexican spirit, made from agave plants is on track to beat out vodka and whiskey to become the top liquor in America. This past weekend, Apryl Fort celebrated being the first Black female to own a tequila and get it in Alabama alongside … Continue reading N-Finite Spirits Tour Birmingham, AL for New Launch

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Meet Shecovia ‘CoCo’ Moore: Birmingham’s Beauty Enhancer

Shecovia ‘CoCo’ Moore, owner of Coco Moore Makeup. (PROVIDED PHOTO) By Nicole S. DanielFor Birmingham Times Shecovia ‘CoCo’ Moore owner of a cosmetics business in Birmingham doesn’t like to say she “makes over” or “reinvents” her clients. “I ‘enhance’ what’s already there,” she said. “I do that because I want women to feel good about what they see when they look in the mirror without … Continue reading Meet Shecovia ‘CoCo’ Moore: Birmingham’s Beauty Enhancer

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V.Monet Creates Swimwear to Compliment Black Women

Summer is here and having the right clothing can make all the difference in how you feel on your vacation, especially your swimwear. As Black women, with fabulous curves, finding the perfect swimwear can truly be a work of art. Many of us find ourselves doing more research into the cuts and styles that not only make us feel sensuous but also keep us secure … Continue reading V.Monet Creates Swimwear to Compliment Black Women

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Skincare Expert Suggest Routine Facials for Healthy Glowing Skin

When was the last time you’ve touched the skin on your face and felt how soft and silky it is? You can’t remember, or it’s not that soft? It’s probably time that you go to a trusted esthetician for a facial. So many of us thinks just because we have a solid skincare regimen at home we shouldn’t be pampered and treated by a skincare … Continue reading Skincare Expert Suggest Routine Facials for Healthy Glowing Skin

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Taylor Young Opens Birmingham Clothing Store in Family-Owned Shopping Plaza

Nicole S. DanielBirmingham Times When Taylor Young held a recent grand opening for her clothing store in West Birmingham it was also a homecoming. The 27-year-old entrepreneur opened her location in a shopping plaza on 3rd Ave. West owned by her family. Family, friends and consumers joined Young in October to celebrate Retrograde Dept., a high-end street wear store where shoppers can also buy, sell … Continue reading Taylor Young Opens Birmingham Clothing Store in Family-Owned Shopping Plaza

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How Facials Can Improve Your Mental Health

In todays fast-paced world, it can be extremely difficult to set aside some time for yourself. However, it’s important to pamper yourself every now and then for both physical and mental health reasons. Nothing will make your face feel more amazing than a facial. While many may think getting a facial is a luxury experience, its actually a necessity. Regular facials will keep your skin … Continue reading How Facials Can Improve Your Mental Health

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Reasons Women Should Groom Their Eyebrows According to Birmingham’s PMU

Wanting the perfect arch, volume, or enhanced facial appearance can be complicated but, the journey to fuller brows does not have to be so complex. So many women are spending a good amount of time every morning making sure that their brows are perfectly groomed. I use to be one of those women, but a recent visit to the Correct Eye Q, owned by Franquashia … Continue reading Reasons Women Should Groom Their Eyebrows According to Birmingham’s PMU

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