Essence Gant

Essence Gant Beauty, lifestyle, and pop culture from a socially-conscious lens.

Essence Gant is a leading fashion, beauty and culture expert, journalist and Creative who has built a brand around thoughtful, authentic commentary and content, exploring lifestyle and entertainment from a socially-conscious lens. In addition to her work as talent, Essence also works as a Creative Director and Consultant, bringing to life creative partnerships with household brands like Target, Macy’s, L’Oreal, State Farm, FireBall, Starz and more. With over a decade of experience in media and entertainment, including a stint as Beauty Director at BuzzFeed, and a Masters degree in Social Work, Essence is passionate about the intersection of beauty, culture, and diversity, inclusion and equity.

04/18/2026

Imagine the dating pool if more men were raised by self-first moms! Also this is not an Emma Grede stan acct (or is it?!), but the backlash she’s gotten for saying things that men say every day has been interesting, to say the least.

04/17/2026

Emma never said you weren’t ambitious or that you were lazy. But for some of us, she told a truth that we weren’t yet ready to admit to ourselves. The conversation is definitely very nuanced, and can’t be simplified to just one take. This is just part of it. Also no BW slander in my comments bc I block and report 💕

Cardi B's hair care line officially launches in two days! Here's a flashback to the story I wrote two months ago for Ess...
04/14/2026

Cardi B's hair care line officially launches in two days! Here's a flashback to the story I wrote two months ago for Essence mag about why the celebrity beauty brand is a refreshing standout from your cliche celeb-backed brands. Can't wait to try !

Cardi B's Grow-Good is not just another celeb launch. Her years of sharing empowering hair care tips have this editor actually excited.

One of my fave times of year is here again! Let’s go to the Masters ⛳️
04/07/2026

One of my fave times of year is here again! Let’s go to the Masters ⛳️

03/31/2026

The Amanda-West betrayal is disappointing but not shocking. Ciara’s loyalty and care were never reciprocated fr prior to Mia & KJ joining the show. Were y’all genuinely surprised or not really?

03/31/2026

Natural twist set on my type 4 hair by in Augusta, GA ➰. Also, my first official appt w. my niece 🥹😭💕

Auntie Essy luh da kids 🥹🩷. I had a BLAST hanging with the sweetest kids at Morgan Rd’s career fair! Thank you, Mrs.  an...
03/23/2026

Auntie Essy luh da kids 🥹🩷. I had a BLAST hanging with the sweetest kids at Morgan Rd’s career fair! Thank you, Mrs. and team, for having me, and Mr. Walden for introducing me to the students, faculty, and staff.

03/17/2026

Jessi deserved better from MomTok regarding the whole Mayci v.s. Unwell/Call Her Daddy tour situation. Why wouldn’t you want your friend to take a major opportunity to amplify her brand, especially when there are other girls in the group who can host the book event? I’m fully aware that I’m very Capricorn about work things 😂😂😂. I’d want my friend to do the Unwell tour though. What do y’all think?

02/17/2026

I actually don’t believe Angel is colorist, but her comment was. Had a white Housewife said that to Angel, we’d hear the racist undertones. Idk if it was editing or if she was really that dismissive abt it, but based on what we saw, her apology lacked real accountability and sincerity.

02/16/2026

Intentional or not, Angel’s comment was anti-Black & colorist.

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