Black-owned brand Design Essentials pledged $250,000 to Spelman College in a long-term financial commitment that supports and empowers the next generation of female chemists and innovators. Earlier ...

In celebration of its 25th Anniversary, Design Essentials hosted a media brunch and drew in beauty influencers at the mid-winter Bronner Bros. hair show in Atlanta. Take a look at some of the best ...

My social life may not be flourishing during quarantine, but my hair sure is. The extra time at home has allowed me to really pay attention to haircare regimen. It also gives me a chance to try ...

Wearing an afro has long been a symbol of resistance—presented on the likes of Angela Davis, the Black Panther Party, and Diana Ross. But, there was something missing. “The natural hair movement was a ...

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Design Essentials is supporting the next generation of female chemists and innovators at Spelman College through a $250,000 commitment. The Black-owned, Atlanta-based beauty brand made a bold ...

The Beauty Brand Leading in Healthy Hair Care Systems Upholds Commitment to Future Leaders with Impactful Donation to Spelman College and Howard University Design Essentials aims to make a meaningful ...