EXCLUSIVE: Maryam Moma Takes Us Inside Yamerra Beauty
USA – If there’s one thing Maryam Moma understands it is discipline. The former model turned entrepreneur applies it daily as the founder of organic beauty brand, Yamerra. From early morning meetings, to testing product, to meeting with editors, Moma and her small staff are hard at work to transform their hand made beauty products [...]
The multitudes of Black women that have been embracing their natural curls, doesn’t extend to African women it seems. A recent article in The Guardian points to the growing trend in Nigeria of wearing weaves and extensions. Long straight hair is a signifier of beauty, but also class and money, the article says. One girl [...]
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Diaspora – Nigerian raised Maryam Moma is a striking beauty. Born to Nigerian and Tanzanian parents, the entrepreneur traveled extensively while modeling before fully transitioning to her passion: skin care. Moma launched, Yamerra, an organic line of products for hair, face and body. In the five years since it’s inception, the line has grown [...]
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“Iman Cosmetics “hot” new Fall ad campaign “Smoke & Mirrors” is all set to hit an aisle near you!”
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In Diaspora. Former Miss Universe contestant (and the first African Miss World), Agbani Darego covers Mania Magazine‘s travel issue! Agbani opens up about her life since appearing in the international beauty pageant and several other personal and professional endeavors. Along with being the brand ambassador for Nature’s Gentle Touch, she has just signed on to [...]
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Diaspora (Nigeria). Nigerian beauty-queen and businesswomen, Nike Oshinowo is launching her own signature scent, aptly titled “Asabi” (which is her middle name). One of Nigeria’s style icons, she is no stranger to the beauty world. Having owned a successful beauty spa for several years, she also represented her country in numerous beauty competitions, and has [...]
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FASHION & BEAUTY Top models Oluchi Onweagba and Agbani Darego talk about being brand ambassadors for Nature’s Gentle Touch. Find out why they choose to represent the Nigerian hair care brand. ART & FILM An exhibit in the United Arab Emirates showcases art based on the snapshots of South African kids in Lesotho. The pieces were [...]
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Diaspora (Nigeria). The stunning Agbani Darego joins Nature’s Gentle Touch as their new Brand Ambassador. A former Miss World contestant and model, she will the join the ranks of the fabulous Oluchi Onweagba as the face of the Nigerian hair care company. I am proud to join Recare and Nature’s Gentle Touch in their celebration [...]
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Diaspora (South Africa). Mercia Marshall was featured in the April 24th issue of Jet Magazine (1952) in what is most likely their famous “Beauty of the Week” column. She was named “Africa’s Gorgeous Golden Girl” in a beauty contest sponsored by Zonk South African magazine (see inset in photo). In addition to the title, she [...]
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Diapora (United Kingdom). Claudia Aderotimi who was 20 years old at the time of her death last month was a British University student desperate for fame. She seemed to be specifically drawn to the world of hip-hop and her goal was to make a name for herself as a video vixen. The only thing standing [...]
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