The "Essence" Beauty Book

Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

The 'Essence Beauty Book' celebrates beauty both on the inside and the outside, and provides step-by-step advice on the best hair, skin and make-up for women of African descent.

Table of contents provided by Syndetics

• Introduction (p. 8)
• Loving Your Hair (p. 10)
• Hair Facts to Know (p. 12)
• Assess Your Tresses (p. 12)
• Your Hair Hook-Up Guide (p. 16)
• Basic Hair Care (p. 18)
• Styling: Drying Your Hair (p. 21)
• Curl Power (p. 22)
• Getting Straight: Relaxed-Hair Care (p. 31)
• Do It Yourself: Relaxers (p. 38)
• The Transition: Going From Relaxed to Natural Hair (p. 46)
• Natural Wonder: Caring For Your Natural Hair (p. 50)
• Braids and Twists (p. 54)
• Lock Star (p. 61)
• Hair Extending (p. 65)
• Wigging Out (p. 69)
• Coloring Your Hair (p. 72)
• Climate Control (p. 80)
• Distressed Tresses: Save Your Strands and Scalp (p. 80)
• Healthy Skin (p. 82)
• Basically Speaking (p. 86)
• What's Your Type? (p. 89)
• Skin-Enhancing Vitamins (p. 90)
• Healthy Skin at Every Age (p. 92)
• A Guide to Powerhouse Ingredients (p. 96)
• Everything about Facials & Masks (p. 101)
• Making Faces (p. 104)
• Foundation: Choosing the Right One (p. 106)
• Ace Your Base (p. 111)
• Powder: The Finishing Touch (p. 112)
• Concealer: Hide and Sleek (p. 112)
• Blush: A Hint of Color (p. 115)
• Get That Glow (p. 116)
• Contouring: Sculpting Your Look (p. 119)
• Eyebrows: How to Achieve the Perfect Shape (p. 120)
• Eyes: Glamorize Your Gaze (p. 123)
• Lips: Your Pretty Pout (p. 125)
• Finding Your Look (p. 130)
• Your Best Body (p. 132)
• Pay Attention to Nutrition (p. 134)
• Body Beauty Basics (p. 137)
• A Whiter, Brighter Smile (p. 138)
• A Winning Hand (p. 141)
• Back to It (p. 144)
• Elbows and Knees (p. 144)
• Get a Leg Up! (p. 144)
• Toe to Toe (p. 147)
• Go Bare: A Guide to Hair Removal (p. 148)
• Prepare to Pamper (p. 151)
• Massage (p. 153)
• At-Home Spa Care (p. 157)
• Photography Credits (p. 158)