Solange Knowles: much-deserved Woman of the Year award
One of the most inspiring and visible personalities of the year, Solange Knowles, has been honoured at the…
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Six top tips for removing your makeup
At the end of a long day, for many of us, removing our makeup is a ritual that…
Dish of the week: Sweet & Sour Pork with Ginger
We bring you a delicious recipe for a quick and easy midweek supper. As usual, the recipe is…
How to start a business by Tori KBD
Photographer and all-round creative, Tori Taiwo (aka #FlyGirlTori) took the plunge to become self-employed in 2013 and launched…
Natural hair movement drives sales of shampoo skyward
The recent launch of Rihanna’s makeup brand Fenty Beauty delivered a masterclass in how to celebrate and cater…
What to watch at this year’s BFI London Film Festival
The 61st BFI London Film Festival is in full swing showcasing a whopping 243 films scheduled to appear…
Why you need to know about Black Seed Oil
We live in an age of superfoods; almost every day a new wonder food is discovered that promises…
15 beauty products to support Breast Cancer Awareness month
The arrival of October signifies many things, notably, the realisation that we are well and truly in autumn,…
Dish of the week: Korean Kimchi potato slaw on sourdough toast
In honour of World Vegetarian Day on 1 October, we bring you a tasty meat-free dish to enjoy…
Upcoming movies to look out for this autumn/winter!
We’re pretty big movie buffs here at Melanmag Towers and with the weather turning decidedly cooler, there’s nothing…
Netflix must watch: Strong Island/Def Comedy Jam 25
Strong Island In this 2017 documentary, filmmaker Yance Ford focuses on the murder of a young black man…
Dish of the week: Baked flour tortillas with spicy Welsh beef mince
Many of us lead busy lives and so there’s nothing we like more than being able to rustle…
Why we need a World Afro Day!
The natural hair movement is stronger than ever. It’s wonderful to see the increasing popularity and appreciation for…