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A new cut and color can turn you into the most unexpected character. This week, actress Taraji P. Henson proved just that, channeling her latest role as business woman and mistress “Vivian Thomas” with an asymmetrical orange pixie cut at the premiere of Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist in New York.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – SEPTEMBER 04: Taraji P. Henson attends Peacock’s “Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist” World Premiere at Jazz at Lincoln Center on September 04, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Theo Wargo/WireImage)
Her hairdo––next to a flipped ‘70s blowout on Terrence Howard––featured short, natural-toned sides and back, maintaining the shape of her normal cut (see: her look on the Tonight Show). However, self-proclaimed “hair minister” and hairstylist Tym Wallace dragged an impulsive bright orange through the lengths of her hair, adding an experimental “just dyed in the bathroom sink” >Henson told ESSENCE on the black carpet. And, her punk hairdo speaks volumes, just as her message says. Soaked in hair grease like Heath Ledger in The Joker, strands of hair crash into each other as they hang into her face.
Taraji P. Henson at the premiere of Peacock’s “Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist” held at Jazz at Lincoln Center on September 4, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by John Nacion/Variety via Getty Images)
To pair with the look, makeup artist Saisha Beecham went with more innocent light pink tones on her cheeks and lips to counteract the badassery she had going on, which also translated onto her pale stiletto nails (à la Temeka Jackson.) Now, in a full-fledged Vivian Thomas moment, we get an inside look on what to expect from Henson from now on––the unexpected.
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A new cut and color can turn you into the most unexpected character. This week, actress Taraji P. Henson proved just that, channeling her latest role as business woman and mistress “Vivian Thomas” with an asymmetrical orange pixie cut at the premiere of Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist in New York.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – SEPTEMBER 04: Taraji P. Henson attends Peacock’s “Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist” World Premiere at Jazz at Lincoln Center on September 04, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Theo Wargo/WireImage) Her hairdo––next to a flipped ‘70s blowout on Terrence Howard––featured short, natural-toned sides and back, maintaining the shape of her normal cut (see: her look on the Tonight Show). However, self-proclaimed “hair minister” and hairstylist Tym Wallace dragged an impulsive bright orange through the lengths of her hair, adding an experimental “just dyed in the bathroom sink” >Henson told ESSENCE on the black carpet. And, her punk hairdo speaks volumes, just as her message says. Soaked in hair grease like Heath Ledger in The Joker, strands of hair crash into each other as they hang into her face.
Taraji P. Henson at the premiere of Peacock’s “Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist” held at Jazz at Lincoln Center on September 4, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by John Nacion/Variety via Getty Images) To pair with the look, makeup artist Saisha Beecham went with more innocent light pink tones on her cheeks and lips to counteract the badassery she had going on, which also translated onto her pale stiletto nails (à la Temeka Jackson.) Now, in a full-fledged Vivian Thomas moment, we get an inside look on what to expect from Henson from now on––the unexpected.
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How to Get Away With Murder’s Aja Naomi King loves being a brand ambassador for L’Oréal Paris. And not just because of their stellar products—like L’Oréal Paris True Match Lumi Glotion Natural Glow Enhancer and L’Oréal Paris Voluminous Lash Paradise Mascara— but also because of their Women of Worth foundation.
Founded in 2006 with the mission statement, “Because You’re Worth It,” the brand searches nationwide to select 10 non-profit leaders to be named Women of Worth honorees. King has been a brand ambassador since 2017, and she empowers and advocates for Black women who are making a positive change in the world. This year, the brand is selecting non-profit leaders to receive $25,000 to support their charitable cause, mentorship from other leaders, and the ability to use the L’Oréal Paris network to share their stories.
“I had no idea that L’Oréal did so much on just the philanthropic side,” King tells ESSENCE. “They pick ten women each year to honor and highlight the incredible work women do in their communities.” Although, as King says about Black women, “resilience is in our blood,” having support from major brands like this is essential.
Because of this partnership, King is excited to continue diversifying L’Oréal Paris’ portfolio and reminding other Black women they’re worthy and beautiful, too. “L’Oréal Paris is about owning the fact that you are worth it simply because you are here, alive, and deserving,” says King. “I love that I get to be one of the many beautiful, diverse faces of L’Oreal Paris, saying that message and knowing the impact globally that we are having all over the world for everyone.”
When it comes to her favorite products, she reaches for L’Oréal Paris Hyaluronic Acid Serum, L’Oréal Paris Telescopic Intense Lash Length Original Mascara, and L’Oréal Paris Makeup Infallible Never Fail Eyeliner. Afterall, “Knowing you look good makes you feel good,” she says. “When you find your favorites, they become irreplaceable.”
As for her beauty inspirations, she often turns to her mother. “I remember my mom would take lipstick and use that on her cheeks to create her blush,” says King. “She loves to play and experiment with makeup,” King adds. “She reminds me that feeling beautiful is all about keeping it fun and fresh for yourself.”
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