Essence Magazine Best in black beauty awards 2026

Description

A tight beauty close-up features a Black woman turned slightly in profile against a bright white seamless background for Essence Magazine's Best in Black Beauty Awards. Photographed by Brendan Wixted with hair styling by Jawara and styling by Dione Davis, the shot emphasizes sleek finger waves and sculpted short dark hair. The makeup focuses on defined brows, glowing skin highlights, and high-shine ombré lips contoured in black with a vibrant red center. A small silver curved earring catches the studio light at the lower edge of the frame.

Style

Editorial, Vertical, Glossy, Polished

Techniques

Beauty Light

Industries

Cosmetics

Color

Background

White Seamless

Context

Editorial