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Wellness


Self-Care Without the Guilt: A New Approach to Caring for Black Women
For Black women, being strong, dependable, and available for others can sometimes come with an unspoken expectation to simply keep going even when we are tired, overwhelmed, or in need of support ourselves. Writer, Self-Care Strategist, entrepreneur, and founder of NaKeesa Marie Enterprises™, NaKeesa Frazier-Jennings is encouraging Black women to look at self-care differently. Through her writing, workshops, advocacy, and The Self-Care Engineer™ Podcast, Frazier-Jennings prom
Aug 102 min read


Where Wellness Meets Self-Care: Inside NailCandy1122
Healthy feet are often overlooked, but at NailCandy1122, foot care is viewed as an essential part of overall wellness. Located in Perry Hall, Maryland, this Black woman-owned wellness nail studio specializes in waterless pedicures and medical-focused foot care, creating a safe, hygienic, and elevated experience for every client. Under the leadership of Certified Master Pedicurist and Certified Medical Pedicurist Tarsha Johns-Avent, NailCandy1122 serves clients of all ages, in
Aug 41 min read


Grace The Collection: Elevating Everyday Living Through the Art of Scent
Home should be more than a place, it should be a sanctuary. That’s the philosophy behind Grace The Collection, a luxury home fragrance brand dedicated to creating moments of rest, ritual, and renewal through the power of scent. Featuring handcrafted candles, room and linen spritzes, and thoughtfully curated fragrance experiences, Grace The Collection transforms everyday routines into intentional moments of comfort and calm. Each product is designed to help create beautiful sp
Jul 101 min read


Scentify Essence: Turning Grief Into a Fragrance of Hope
Some of the most meaningful brands are born from deeply personal stories. Scentify Essence is one of them. Founded by DeeDee Tealer after the heartbreaking loss of her mother to lung cancer, Scentify Essence was created as a way to transform grief into something beautiful. What began as a personal journey of healing has grown into a luxury home fragrance brand dedicated to bringing peace, comfort, and warmth into the homes of others. Each handcrafted candle and home fragrance
Jul 101 min read
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