If you’re a fan of Miss Jessie’s products then you’ll love that the cutting-edge brand for curly-haired beauties has launched several brand new how-to videos on its website.

From getting the perfect ringlets to cute coils, these videos show viewers step-by-step how to obtain coveted curly styles with the use of their products such as the popular Curly Pudding and Curly Meringue.

I’ve only recently started checking out online DIY hair videos for natural style inspiration and have been pleased with the content I’ve found.

Click here to check out the videos.

Do you watch how-to videos to check out new hairstyles? If so, who are some of your favorite hair vloggers? Also, do you use Miss Jessie’s products?

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Jill Scott is back and feeling blissful with her brand new single, “Blessed.” Not only is Jilly from Philly seemingly full of gratitude, but the Grammy-winning singer looks downright gorgeous in her video for the aforementioned feel-good song.

If you’re wondering how she got those soft, bouncy curls, Scott’s hairstylist used Ouidad products including: Botanical Boost Deep Treatment, Double Detangler, and Moisture Lock Leave-In Conditioner to create the easy, breezy curly look.

I have yet to try the products, but I’ve heard amazing things about the curl-catering brand. Stay tuned for my full review in a few weeks. I did try the Double-Detangler comb and it’s a curly-haired girl’s dream!

Check out Jill Scott’s “Blessed” video below:

Have you ever used Ouidad products? Do you like Jill Scott’s new song? 

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Giving back is the real key to living a beautiful, fulfilling life. That’s why for this final installment of Aveeno’s Beautiful Change Challenge, I encourage each of you to spend some time in your communities volunteering, mentoring, or simply cleaning up your neighborhood. No act is too big or too small.

Whether you spend an hour in the evenings tutoring students at your local public library, serving food at a battered women’s shelter on the weekends, or picking up litter alongside your city’s shoreline on Saturdays, helping others and/or contributing to the betterment of our environment exemplifies true beauty.

Picking up litter is a great way to help give back to the environment. Although not shown in this photo, I highly recommend using gloves while cleaning up public areas.

To  celebrate those making a difference, Aveeno is awarding eight grants in the amount of $10,000 to continue their efforts. You can apply to Be An Active Natural on Aveeno’s Facebook page.

How do you give back to your community?

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It’s no surprise that PEOPLE magazine has named Beyoncé the most beautiful woman in the world. The new mom, 30, seems to beam with beauty ever since giving birth to her daughter, Blue Ivy Carter earlier this year.

On the coveted annual special double-issue cover she looks stunning while wearing eye-catching turquoise jewelry. This marks the ninth time that the superstar has made the popular list.

Inside the issue,  the “Love On Top,” singer dishes about motherhood and shares several beauty secrets and tips.

“I feel more beautiful than I’ve ever felt because I’ve given birth,” she tells PEOPLE in the exclusive interview. “I have never felt so connected, never felt like I had such a purpose on this earth.”

“She’s just the cutest thing,” Beyoncé says her daughter. When asked who does the baby most resembles, the singer gushes, “She looks like Blue.”

“The best thing about having a daughter is having a true legacy,” she tells the magazine. “The word ‘love’ means something completely different now.”

For more of Beyoncé’s exclusive interview, be sure to pick up the special issue when it hit newsstands on Friday, April 27.

Do you agree with PEOPLE’s choice? Who do you think is the most beautiful celebrity? 

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What can turn a soggy Sunday in New York City into a fun, Bellini-flowing soiree celebrating our beauty as black women? Well, this past weekend, “Brunch with EDEN,” hosted by EDEN BodyWorks did just that.

Held at the trendy and incredibly eclectic brunch hotspot Beauty & Essex, beauty and style bloggers/writers gathered to celebrate the launch of EDEN BodyWorks’ new JojOba collection, nibble on delectable bites, and partake in an interactive panel discussion about the always-interesting hot topic -– our hair.

Moderated by T. Bernie, founder of COCOACHiC, panelists Geneva S. Thomas, Style Editor for Ebony.com and trichologist Dr. Kari Williams lead the conversation about whether there’s a real division between naturalistas and women who chemically straighten their strands and the immense impact certain hairstyles have on our careers, love lives, and everything in between. It was an awesome way to spend an otherwise wet afternoon.

Stay tuned for a review of the natural-based product line, which was founded by entrepreneur Jasmine Lawrence at the age of 13 several years ago.

 I can’t wait to test them on my tresses!

Have you ever tried Eden BodyWorks? What are some of your favorite natural haircare products?

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While I try to do my part of being environmentally responsible, I know there’s always room for improvement. That said, I’ve been using a few bath & body products from The Body Shop that are an eco-conscious girl’s best friend.

Their new line of Earth Lovers shower gels are 100% completely biodegradable, soap-free, contain no parabens or colarants, and smell downright heavenly.

Being a beauty buff, I have tons of products that aren’t biodegradable so when I come across products that are, I try to spread the word. Plus, these refreshing gels are made with organic aloe vera from Guatemala, which have incredible healing benefits for the skin that won’t leave it feeling tight or dry. With scents such as Lemon & Thyme, Watermelon & Eucalyptus, and Pear & Lemongrass you’ll want to wash with these gels ten times a day!

If there’s one eco-friendly product line out there that’s actually conducive to conserving the Earth while making you feel so fresh and so clean it’s these gels.

What are some of your favorite eco-friendly products?

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