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Tried Fulani braids for the first time and couldn't wait to see the full effect with a full beat!
Yaaaasss!!! Might need to run this look back... What do you think?

Tagged the products I used and replacements where necessary! 😘

#LTKselfcare #LTKgrwm #LTKBeauty

Tried Fulani braids for the first time and couldn't wait to see the full effect with a full beat! Yaaaasss!!! Might need to run this look back... What do you think? Tagged the products I used and replacements where necessary! 😘 LTKselfcare LTKgrwm LTKBeauty

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GXVE Original Me Clean High-Performance Matte Lipstick, Size: 1.5 Oz, Old School Me | Kohl's

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Cognac Lip Pencil + Mocha Shimmer Cool Gloss (plumping + minty!) by Jones Road Beauty gives hydrated, slightly shimmery, effortless everyday glam!

Are you a bold lip girly or is neutral gloss your go-to? 💋

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We love a product that can do double duty, honey 💅

Blush on lips, lips on cheeks, we’re here for it!

Some of my faves:
💕 Saie Beauty Dew Blushes
💕 Well People Supernatural Sticks
💕 Juvia’s Place Blushed Liquid Blushlighters (wearing: Perky Poppy Glow)

Maturing is using blush as lipstick to match your outfit because you have free will!

#LTKootd #LTKgrwm #LTKBeauty

SAVE THIS 🔖 I got to explore so many clean beauty brands, got 2 bags full of free full-size products & samples (stay tuned for the haul & giveaways).

I tagged some of the products I got here below.👇🏽

Plus, I got color matched by @wellpeople founder, Shirley (like how?!)! She is so beautiful & sweet! 🫶🏽

A Clean beauty girl paradise, seriously 💚

It was my 2nd year attending and it’s a 10/10!

🔖SAVE THIS & make sure you attend next year. Did I mention this event is 100% FREE and open to the public? 🤏🏽

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I’m traveling to enjoy my life, not stress myself out ✈️ Which one are you not falling for? 👀

PS: I know I lost some of you at “checked bags”😂😭

#travelessentials #travelnoire #softlife #intentionaltravel #travelstyle

#LTKTravel

What’s your love language? ❤️ Mine involves a passport, a boarding pass and some time out of town! Iykyk ✈️

Anyone else?

#travelstyle #travelnoire #lifestylegoals #wellnesswednesday #passportlife

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Burgundy / Oxblood / Wine… whatever you want to call it, really is THAT GIRL!!! 🥀♥️🍷 #CultureCon

#LTKBeauty #LTKdayinmylife #LTKootd

Some days call for a bold red lip💄 Other days… a soft brown gloss combo just hits different!🤎 SWIPE to see lip combo in motion!

Cognac Lip Pencil + Mocha Shimmer Cool Gloss (plumping + minty!) by Jones Road Beauty gives hydrated, slightly shimmery, effortless everyday glam!

Are you a bold lip girly or is neutral gloss your go-to? 💋

#cleanbeauty #everydayglam #beautyroutine #lipcombo #beautytip

#LTKselfcare #LTKgrwm #LTKBeauty

SAVE THIS 🔖 I got to explore so many clean beauty brands, got 2 bags full of free full-size products & samples (stay tuned for the haul & giveaways).

I tagged some of the products I got here below.👇🏽

Plus, I got color matched by @wellpeople founder, Shirley (like how?!)! She is so beautiful & sweet! 🫶🏽

A Clean beauty girl paradise, seriously 💚

It was my 2nd year attending and it’s a 10/10!

🔖SAVE THIS & make sure you attend next year. Did I mention this event is 100% FREE and open to the public? 🤏🏽

Check out EWG Verified to tap in!

#LTKBeauty #LTKselfcare #LTKvlog

Osea Daytime & Nighttime Starter Kit 💚 Use my code: CONSCIOUSNCHIC10 for 10% off

If I was starting my clean beauty journey over, I would definitely include these Osea skincare products in my routine.

I’ve been using them for years and they’ve helped me get to my best skin without any harsh actives or toxins.

They’re:
➕ Clean
➕ Vegan
➕ Seaweed-infused
➕ Cruelty-free
➕ Women-owned

I would also add the Ocean Cleanser and Atmosphere Protection Cream (not pictured)!

#LTKmorningroutine #LTKselfcare #LTKBeauty

MJ MUSICAL on Broadway 🔥🔥🔥 SWIPE for a lil’ sneak peek!

This show was phenomenal! So many hits, incredible performances, and they did a great job telling Michael Jackson’s nuanced life story while still letting his artistry shine! No wonder the show won 4 Tony Awards. Well deserved! 👏👏👏

I didn’t even know I was going to the show (thank you to my man for the surprise)… but somehow still managed to show up completely on theme! ❤️

That’s called discernment! 😏

Outfit details:
➕ Thrifted blazer which I somehow also wore to see HELL’S KITCHEN on Broadway
➕ Harness belt by Haute Cuir
➕Earring from THE MET Museum

💄 Black-Owned makeup look shared in a previous video and products are tagged below!

What’s your favorite Michael Jackson song?

#LTKootd #LTKBeauty #LTKdayinmylife

Some days call for a bold red lip💄 Other days… a soft brown gloss combo just hits different!🤎 SWIPE to see lip combo in motion!

Cognac Lip Pencil + Mocha Shimmer Cool Gloss (plumping + minty!) by Jones Road Beauty gives hydrated, slightly shimmery, effortless everyday glam!

Are you a bold lip girly or is neutral gloss your go-to? 💋

#cleanbeauty #everydayglam #beautyroutine #lipcombo #beautytip

#LTKgrwm #LTKselfcare #LTKBeauty

Where’s the lie?! NYC is alive right now and we deserve it!!! 🙌

Living in NYC is understanding that this is fake spring… AND we’re still gonna enjoy it! A win is a win!!!

Yes, next week will be in the 20-30 degrees …but for now we’re living our best lives!

#LTKdayinmylife #LTKootd

Matcha spot in Midtown you should know about 🍵💚

I’ve been coming to this café for a while now and never misses! Beautiful space, great atmosphere, friendly staff, and consistently good matcha. Perfect for a remote work day.

📍 WatchHouse

🔖 SAVE this for your next remote work day in NYC

Do you have a favorite café to work from in NYC?

#MatchaMonday

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Same girl. Different font. Still cute though. ❤️ Should I share a tutorial or gate keep this look?

📍 Birthday Look

Wearing:
✨ Reb wool blazer
✨ Black leather harness belt by
✨ Gold earrings by THE MET

#LTKBeauty #LTKgrwm #LTKootd

Am I lying? 😂

You haven’t lived in New York until you’ve walked 10 blocks because I t’s “just faster”. Iykyk

Wearing:
✨ Hat is vintage
✨ Sunglasses by LeSpecs
✨ Turtleneck by Ninety Percent
✨ Trench Coat is thrifted
✨ YSL large bag

#LTKspringtrends #LTKdayinmylife #LTKootd

Nighttime lately 💜

OSEA just dropped their new Dream Lip Mask, so I had to try the full Dreams nighttime lineup together and it’s giving hydration + renewal, actives without irritation.

Basically: wake up looking rested & refreshed 😌

✨ NEW Dream Lip Mask: the star of the show today. Thick but comfortable, smooths overnight, and somehow still there when you wake up. 💋

✨ Dream Night Serum: lightweight, smoothing, bio-retinol + hyaluronic acid + peptides without irritation.

✨ Dream Night Cream: seals everything in so skin feels soft and balanced by morning. Vegan collagen lavender + hydration. Chef’s kiss!

✨ Dream Body Serum: bio-retinol + algae + niacinamide because your body needs care too! 💜

OSEA is known for their seaweed-powered, vegan formulas, so this routine feels more nourishing than stripping which my skin loves.

Use code CONSCIOUSNCHIC10 for an EXTRA 10% off sitewide OseaMalibu.com 😘

Are you doing a full nighttime routine or keeping it lowkey these days?

#OSEApartner #nightroutine #cleanbeauty #skincaretips #beautytips

A soft glam perfect for everyday with just the right amount of glow, thanks to:

✨ Well People multistick (Pomegranate)
✨ Winky Luxe highlighter (Pink Opal)
✨ Merit Beauty lipstick (Baby)

What do you think?

#LTKBeauty #LTKgrwm #LTKselfcare

Matcha Monday 🍵 A cozy spot that’s perfect when you need a quick reset in the middle of the city. Easy to pop into for a meeting, a short work session, or just to recharge, both yourself and your devices (yes, outlets 👏🏾). Good nutty matcha, calm vibes, and convenient if you’re already in the area. They also sell coffee beans, cute merch, even greeting cards, if you want to grab a little something.

Have you been there yet?

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📍Bird & Branch, Hell’s Kitchen

Wearing:
➕ Long Olive green puffer winter jacket
➕ Tan chunky knit cardigan sweater by Tradlands
➕ White Tee
➕ Wide leg dark blue jeans
➕ Leopard print booties by ABLE
➕ Beige Leather crossbody bag by ABLE

See you next Matcha Monday!

xoKE

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There’s just something about a deep plum lip that makes you feel instantly put together but with a little edge. I love this Westman Atelier lipstick in the Lou Lou shade. It’s deep, dark but flattering, feels comfortable on the lips and lasts all day. Paired with a plum blush, Saie in shade Grazie makes for the perfect combo. 💋

Wearing:
➕ Saie Blush (Grazie)
➕ Haus Labs Highlighter (Sunstone)
➕ Westman Atelier lipstick (Lou Lou)

#LTKmorningroutine #LTKBeauty #LTKgrwm

Are you allowing yourself to rest, this weekend?

Happy self care Sunday! 🤍

This is your reminder that resting is productive.. So slowdown, take a dep breath, enjoy your day and don't you dare feel guilty about it.

AFFIRM: "I give myself permission to rest and recharge when needed."

Wearing:
✨Aviator sunglasses by Paradigm Eyewear
✨Vintage tee by Anna Sui
✨Brown leather jacket by ABLE Clothing

#LTKootd #LTKdayinmylife #LTKselfcare

ICYMI | Ending Black History Month with this ICONIC exhibit 🖤

SUPERFINE: Tailoring Black Style in 60 Seconds

We can’t glaze over this historic moment in fashion especially during Black History Month!

A few months ago, the Metropolitan Museum of Art closed this phenomenal exhibit. It debuted at the Met Gala and I’m still not over it.

Three hundred years of Black style. Through the lens of dandyism. The tailoring? Impeccable. The details? Intentional. The message? Dignity, power, self-definition… on full display.

It was so good I went twice. And yes, I absolutely dressed the part in a 3-piece denim suit and lace blouse.

If you didn’t get to see it before it closed, I squeezed in as many highlights as I could in under a minute… but trust me, there was so much more.

Bravo to the brilliant team who made this vision a reality. A masterclass in Black style. 🖤

Did you see this exhibit?

📍 The MET, NYC

#LTKootd #LTKvlog #LTKdayinmylife

Use code: CONSCIOUSNCHIC10 for 10% off! oseamalibu.com

This is one of my favorite shower routines for smooth, nourished and glowing skin year-round!

OSEA’s products are clean, vegan, seaweed-infused, and cruelty-free. They also smell so good! It’s the perfect way to pamper yourself and infuse selfcare into your everyday life 10/10 would recommend!

Use code: CONSCIOUSNCHIC10 for 10% off! oseamalibu.com

#OSEApartner

Another post featuring this shirt dress as a top to add a lil’ drama to this look through proportions. See previous post for another styling option! 😘

Wearing:
✨ Black Cropped Blazer by Storets
✨ White Shirtdress by Carve Designs
✨ Dark Blue Wide Leg Jeans
✨ Black & White Booties by Alohas
✨ Black Mini Bag by Dooney & Burke

📍 Art Show in New York

#LTKdayinmylife #LTKgrwm #LTKootd

Did you see this coming?!? 😩😂

Wearing:
✨ Black Leather Jacket by ABLE
✨ White Shirtdress by Carved Designs
✨ Blue & Silver Textured Sweater by Anna Sui
✨ Blue Jeans by ABLE
✨ Black Booties by ABLE
✨ Black Large Tote by YSL
✨ Black Rimmed Hat

PRO TIP: Summer ➡️ Fall/ Winter

10/10 would recommend wearing a shirt dress as a top to add dimension to your look. Instant chic!

#LTKgrwm #LTKootd #LTKdayinmylife

✨ FEB. 25TH ✨ Made it to another birthday! Thank you, God! 🙏 Another 365. More life. 🎉
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#Godisfaithful #birthdaygirl #morelife #Godsplan #grateful

When the world feels heavy and like it’s falling apart, finding things to be grateful for (big & small) is so important for your mental health. 🤍 Anyone else grateful for life and all the good things you get to enjoy?

Wearing:
✨ Cream Cropped V-neck Sweater by DISSH
✨ Black Cat Eye Sunglasses by Paradigm Eyewear
✨ Highlight Concealer by Ami Colé (Medium 2)
✨ Contour Stick by LYS Beauty (Strength)
I also like Ami Colé’s foundation in shade 120 for contouring.

#LTKootd #LTKBeauty #LTKselfcare

Matcha Monday 💚 This place is cozy, no frills and the matcha is really good! I got their jasmine matcha latte and it gave what it was supposed to give! 🍵 Check it out next time you’re in Midtown.

📍 Bibble & Sip, Theater District in NYC

#LTKselfcare #LTKdayinmylife #LTKvlog

Use code: CONSCIOUSNCHIC10 for 10% off! oseamalibu.com

This is one of my favorite shower routines for smooth, nourished and glowing skin year-round!

OSEA’s products are clean, vegan, seaweed-infused, and cruelty-free. They also smell so good! It’s the perfect way to pamper yourself and infuse selfcare into your everyday life 10/10 would recommend!

Use code: CONSCIOUSNCHIC10 for 10% off! oseamalibu.com

#OSEApartner

#LTKgrwm #LTKBeauty #LTKselfcare

Sometimes you just gotta get in there and bleeeeend that concealer! Am I lying?! 😂😅 Can anyone else relate?

#LTKBeauty #LTKootd #LTKgrwm

PRO TIP: Blueish reds make your teeth look whiter. You welcome! 😘

I’m wearing GXVE by Gwen Stefani lipstick in the shade Original Recipe and I love it!

Here are a few of my favorite red lipsticks! 💋💄

What’s your go-to lip color?

#LTKBeauty #LTKootd #LTKgrwm

Fulani braids eat down every single time! … and this edge control is my favorite of the moment! Spring, summer, fall and winter, it hasn’t failed me yet! 🤏🤏🤏

#hairinspiration #naturalhaistyle

#LTKBeauty #LTKselfcare #LTKgrwm

I KNOW. I KNOW… You’re not supposed to try new skincare on vacation. But let’s be real… vacation is such a fun time to play with new products! Am I lying?

Here’s how I make it work:
I bring a mix of holy grail products & fun goodies to try out!

What I don’t play about:
✖️ retinoids
✖️ harsh exfoliants
✖️ stuff I’ve never used in the sun
✖️ anything that could freak my skin out

What I do test:
✔️ hydrating products
✔️ makeup
✔️ lippies
✔️ gentle, easy formulas
✔️ SPF (obvi)

That way we can still have fun with newness but… responsibly!

What about you? Do you stick to your beauty routine or experiment on vacation?

📍Beauty world

PS: I only travel with a carryon and yes, everything fits! 😏

#skincareessentials #travelbeauty #beautyhaul #travelstyle #makeuphaul

#LTKTravel #LTKBeauty #LTKselfcare