About Nzuri Noire
Nzuri means beautiful, in Swahili. Noire means black. Nzuri Noire is a media platform created to serve, inspire, affirm and delight Black women through thoughtfully curated content. Launched in 2021 by founder Jessica R. Simmons, Nzuri Noire was intended to be a safe haven for Black women. Nzuri Noire was also intended to be a space that focuses on and caters to Black women’s needs. “Our issues and needs are so unique they can”t be addressed from a one size fits all approach,” says Simmons. “I didn’t see enough platforms that were seriously addressing our needs so I created one. We’re so much more than just hair and celebrity news.
The Benefits of No’s and Closed Doors
There are so many benefits of no’s and closed doors. We get so caught up in what we want and trying to make things happen that we miss the benefits of our failed plans. Now, I know what you’re probably thinking, “What good can come from me not getting what I want?!” A...
5 Ways to Boost Your Mood
Here are five ways to boost your mood that are not only simple, but also free99. We probably can all agree the last year and a half has been difficult. So whenever we have an opportunity to experience joy and have a good time, we should take it. Now, without further...
5 Black Owned Non-Toxic Nail Polish Brands
Here are five Black owned non-toxic nail polish brands you should know. Just like with our feminine hygiene, many of us don’t tend to think about the toxic ingredients that could be lurking in our makeup. Thankfully, there are a number of brands out there that care...
How to Handle a Toxic Work Environment
How to handle a toxic work environment can be very tricky because there are so many things to consider. Above all else, to best protect yourself, you have to make sure you handle things properly. Since we spend most of our waking hours at work, it’s in our best...
The Downside of Hustle Culture
Our society glorifies hustle culture, so we seldom think of the downside of hustle culture. Yes, hustle culture has a downside. “I’ll sleep when I’m dead,” “team no sleep” and “I’m on my grind” may sound all fine and dandy, but they’re more harmful than you might...
What Makes a Great Scented Candle
If you’re a scented candle lover like myself, you’ve probably pondered on what makes a great scented candle. No, not all scented candles are created equal. There are definitely levels to it. Scented candles are great because they have a way of elevating any space. For...
Why You Shouldn’t Work for Free
Aside from volunteer work or doing a friend a favor, you shouldn’t work for free. Why you shouldn’t may seem like a no brainer, but that’s not always the case. People who want to benefit from your shine for free99 aren’t always transparent and obvious. In a society...
5 Keys to Self-Love
These five keys to self-love are my hope and love letter to every Black woman reading them. When you’ve been conditioned, through media, society and a number of other sources, to hate yourself, self-love is a revolutionary act. So, what are five keys to self-love?...
The Benefits of Breath Work
The benefits of breath work are numerous. So, what exactly is breath work? Breath work is a variety of breathing practices and techniques used to improve physical and mental well-being. If you’re looking to take your self-care to the next level, consider including...
The Benefits of Lemon Water
The benefits of lemon water are numerous. Not only is it tasty and refreshing, but drinking lemon water is also an easy way to do something good for your body. So, what are the benefits of lemon water? Here are a few: Detox Lemon water helps detox the body by...
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