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5 Black Women-Owned Businesses To Support In Honor Of National Black Business Month

Black-owned businesses deserve support every month, but why not go all out in celebration this August?

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Aug 20, 2020

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5 Black Women-Owned Businesses To Support In Honor Of National Black Business Month

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There have always been thriving Black businesses. However, the support hasn't always been there. The month of August was chosen to highlight the beauty and excellence in support of Black entrepreneurship.

It is equally important to highlight women who are pursuing their dreams in a male-dominated field. Here is a list of 5 Black, women-owned businesses that you should look into supporting.

Mented Cosmetics

@mentedcosmetics

Mented Cosmetics was founded by Amanda E. Johnson and KJ Miller. These professional Black businesswomen fell in love with cosmetics but weren't able to fully express their creativity within the workplace through their makeup.

On a search to find the perfect nude lipstick, they struggled to find one that matched both of their skin tones. In the "Our Story" section of their website, the two explained that the line sparked after they realized the need for diversity and created their own line of cosmetics!

Hanifa

@anifam

Hanifa is a luxury fashion brand that was created by Anifa Mvuemba in 2012. Mvuemba created the brand after deciding to leave Morgan State University, where she was pursuing a degree in fashion. In her own words she describes the brand as being:

"Inspired by a woman's journey to a life without limits, Hanifa was created. Utilizing captivating designs, bold colors and unique textures, our feminine designs illuminate natural curves. Featuring Ready-To-Wear collections for women sizes 0-20. We hold true to providing luxurious pieces for all women, at every turn of her lifestyle." If you're interested in purchasing high-quality luxury clothing I would definitely recommend supporting this brand.

Forvr Mood

@forvrmood

Forvr Mood is a lifestyle brand created by Jackie Aina. Aina is a Nigerian-American YouTube sensation, social media influencer, makeup artist, and veteran. Forvr Mood came into existence when Aina decided to create her own self-care products after she had been promoting and creating content for other self-care businesses on her platform.

The brand is described as being a "bougie-on-a-budget haven." If you're in the mood for some new candles, or other self-care products, check out Forvr Mood today!

Beauty And Brains Apparel

@beautyandbrainswithbrelynn

Beauty and Brains Apparel was created by Brelynn Hunt. Hunt is well known for her YouTube channel, BeautyandBrains5, where she creates lifestyle content that focuses on her journey to medical school and her other interests, including pageantry.

Hunt is an HBCU grad as she earned her bachelor's degree from Spelman College. She recently graduated with her master's in physiology from North Carolina State University. The apparel brand represents the meaning behind Hunt's endeavours in inspiring women to showcase their inner and outer beauty while striving for academic excellence.

Black Girl Sunscreen

@shontay_lundy

Black Girl Sunscreen was created in 2016 in Miami, Florida. The founder, Shontay Lunday, created sunscreen specifically for women of color because it doesn't leave a white cast on the skin.

Melanin-rich people often struggle with finding cosmetics, sunscreens, and many other everyday products because they don't agree with our bodies or skin types.

Lunday recognized this problem and took the initiative to create a solution. You can purchase the sunscreen on their website or in your local Target.

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25 Beatles Lyrics: Your Go-To Guide for Every Situation

The Best Lines from the Fab Four

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For as long as I can remember, I have been listening to The Beatles. Every year, my mom would appropriately blast “Birthday” on anyone’s birthday. I knew all of the words to “Back In The U.S.S.R” by the time I was 5 (Even though I had no idea what or where the U.S.S.R was). I grew up with John, Paul, George, and Ringo instead Justin, JC, Joey, Chris and Lance (I had to google N*SYNC to remember their names). The highlight of my short life was Paul McCartney in concert twice. I’m not someone to “fangirl” but those days I fangirled hard. The music of The Beatles has gotten me through everything. Their songs have brought me more joy, peace, and comfort. I can listen to them in any situation and find what I need. Here are the best lyrics from The Beatles for every and any occasion.

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Waitlisted for a College Class? Here's What to Do!

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

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Course registration at college can be a big hassle and is almost never talked about. Classes you want to take fill up before you get a chance to register. You might change your mind about a class you want to take and must struggle to find another class to fit in the same time period. You also have to make sure no classes clash by time. Like I said, it's a big hassle.

This semester, I was waitlisted for two classes. Most people in this situation, especially first years, freak out because they don't know what to do. Here is what you should do when this happens.

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The Best Lines from the Fab Four

And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

Obviously the best superpower.

There have been many lessons learned.

1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Don't freak out

Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

Have a backup plan

Remember that everything works out at the end

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