Long Island bea Black Since the start of the decade, the number of business owners increased by 30% correlating with an increase of the Black population. However, self-employed Black business owners are only a third of what the white self-employed demographic is. Men are also more likely to be self-employed rather than women. According to …
A Few Black Long Island Beauty Brands to Support Read More »
On Sept. 3, actress, singer and producer, Selena Gomez launched her cosmetic brand, Rare Beauty, which is exclusive only on the brand’s website and Sephora. The brand’s mission statement promotes uniqueness and supporting customers of all ages, backgrounds, sexual orientations and more. The brand also advocates for mental health with its “Rare Impact” which has …
Long Island Makeup Artists of Color Speak Up About Inclusivity in the Beauty Industry Read More »
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