Essynce Underwood

A curated collection of beautiful, brilliant, unforgettable books written by Black women. These stories hold softness, power, truth, joy, heartbreak, and healing — all in different ways. Whether you're rediscovering your love for reading or joining Monolith (my book club) for the first time, these are the books that stay with you long after the last page.

Your 20s can feel chaotic — building routines, finding your groove, juggling work, school, and a social life. This list is a curated set of cozy essentials, wellness tools, and small luxuries to help you create a life that feels calm, elevated, and intentional because soft life is less about perfection and more about peace.

A curated collection of makeup picks that actually work for sensitive combination skin: lightweight, breathable, non-comedogenic, and gentle enough for daily wear. From skin prep to foundation, lip products to primers — everything I use to keep my skin balanced while still giving me that soft, polished glow.