# Black Beauty & Hair — The UK's No. 1 black magazine

> UK's leading black hair and beauty magazine for women of color. (iPhone/iPad app by Jellyfish Connect Limited.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/black-beauty-and-hair/id511326569 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Jellyfish Connect Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/373521339)
- Category: Lifestyle, Magazines & Newspapers
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 9 App Store ratings · 20 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 33 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-03-26
- Data updated: 2026-09-01
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/black-beauty-and-hair/id511326569/reviews.md

## What is Black Beauty & Hair?

Black Beauty and Hair is the leading hair and beauty magazine for women of colour throughout the UK and Europe. It is an exciting mix of hair, beauty and lifestyle with stunning reader make-overs and in-depth features on skincare and hair maintenance. The cutting edge hairstyles are the creation of award winning stylists from across the UK, Europe and the US and are beautifully photographed and presented. The magazine addresses the diverse hairstyling and beauty needs of Black women, which you won't find anywhere else. There are regular articles on haircare, celebrity features and product reviews. The stunning make-overs and step-by-steps, show just how easy it is to transform your look. Each issue carries a supplement that focuses on a specific area such as bridal, hair colouring or weaves. Articles are thoroughly researched to provide the latest development in ethnic hair and beauty. Black Beauty and Hair enjoys a worldwide reputation for editorial excellence and stylish presentation. It reflects the confidence of young Black women who are at the forefront of hair, fashion and street style. 

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This is a free app download. Within the app users can purchase the current issue and back issues.

Subscriptions are also available within the application. A subscription will start from the latest regular issue at the time of purchase.

-The subscription will renew automatically unless cancelled more than 24 hours before the end of the current period. You will be charged for renewal within 24 hours of the end of the current period, for the same duration and at the current subscription rate for the product.
-You may turn off the auto-renewal of subscriptions through your Account Settings, however you are not able to cancel the current subscription during its active period.
-Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase and any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when a subscription to that publication is purchased.
-If a subscription offers a free trial, at the end of the trial period, you will be charged the full price of the subscription. You may cancel a subscription during its free trial period via the subscription settings on your iTunes account. This must be done 24 hours before the end of the subscription period to avoid being charged.

Users can register for/ login to a pocketmags account in-app. This will protect their issues in the case of a lost device and allow browsing of purchases on multiple platforms. Existing pocketmags users can retrieve their purchases by logging into their account.

We recommend loading the app for the first time in a wi-fi area so that all issue data is retrieved.
If your app will not load past the splash page after a first install or an update, please delete and reinstall the app from the App Store

Help and frequently asked questions can be accessed in-app and on pocketmags.

If you have any problems at all please do not hesitate to contact us: help@pocketmags.com

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You can find our privacy policy here:
http://www.pocketmags.com/privacy.aspx

You can find our terms and conditions here:
http://www.pocketmags.com/terms.aspx

## Key features

- Hair and beauty features for women of color
- Reader makeovers and step-by-step guides
- In-depth skincare and hair maintenance articles
- Award-winning stylist showcases
- Specialized supplements (bridal, coloring, weaves)
- Product reviews and celebrity features

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Black Beauty & Hair Auto-Renewable Subscriptions | $8.99 | per 6 months |
| Black Beauty & Hair Auto-Renewable Subscriptions | $16.99 | per year |
| Black Beauty & Hair Auto-Renewable Subscriptions | $2.99 | per 2 months |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| AugustSeptember... (id:405324) | $3.99 | one-time |
| October-Novembe... (id:405327) | $3.99 | one-time |
| February-March ... (id:374876) | $3.99 | one-time |
| December-Januar... (id:368867) | $3.99 | one-time |
| August - Septem... (id:374461) | $3.99 | one-time |
| June-July 2013 NEW (id:370194) | $3.99 | one-time |
| April-May 2013 (id:372946) | $3.99 | one-time |
| August/Sept 2015 (id:370176) | $3.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 20)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/black-beauty-and-hair/id511326569/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Black Beauty & Hair

*2019-09-28*

Didn’t download and took my money

### 5/5 — Love it!!

*2016-01-24*

I'm glad they have a digital magazine app!

### 5/5 — 👍

*2015-05-13*

Love the magazine, keeps me updated and it's easier... Cos I have an iPad.

### 5/5 — Giving it a try

*2014-03-07*

I love the natural look and it will be a real help to get some new ideas.

### 5/5 — I love it!

*2013-08-21*

I'm American and this magazine is sooooo expensive in the book store! The app lets me purchase the mags at the regular price. It works just fine for me.

### 1/5 — Waste of $$

*2013-08-20*

Please do not subscribe to this magazine. I purchased a 6 month subscription and I still cannot view it. Unacceptable!!

### 5/5 — Great

*2013-08-11*

It's great I love this mag because I'm a woman of colour so l love it

### 1/5 — Disappointed

*2013-07-23*

Take FOREVER for the pages to download.

### 1/5 — Total waste

*2013-02-12*

I waited 30 minutes for the magazine to download and when it finally does dont show. The problems with this app are endless . Waste of time and money .

### 1/5 — DO NOT BUY THIS APP

*2013-01-04*

This is a terrible app. The app has taken my money and I am unable to read the magazine I have just purchased..DO NOT BUY

## Frequently asked questions about Black Beauty & Hair

### What is Black Beauty & Hair?

Black Beauty & Hair is the UK's premier magazine focused on hair, beauty, and lifestyle for women of color. It features expert advice, reader transformations, and trend-setting styles.

### Does Black Beauty & Hair have ads?

Yes, this app contains advertisements. Users can purchase issues and subscriptions within the app.

### How can I purchase issues of Black Beauty & Hair?

You can purchase the current issue and back issues directly within the app. Subscriptions are also available for ongoing access.

### What are the subscription options for Black Beauty & Hair?

Subscription plans include 2-month ($2.99), 6-month ($8.99), and 1-year ($16.99) options. The 1-year plan offers a 1-month free trial.

### How do I manage my Black Beauty & Hair subscription?

Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled more than 24 hours before the current period ends. You can manage auto-renewal in your Account Settings, but current subscriptions cannot be canceled during their active period.

### Can I access my Black Beauty & Hair purchases on multiple devices?

Yes, by registering for or logging into a pocketmags account in-app, you can protect your issues and browse purchases across multiple platforms.

### What is the age rating for Black Beauty & Hair?

The app has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### How often is Black Beauty & Hair updated?

The app was last updated on July 10, 2025, with version 7.4.7. This indicates regular updates to content and functionality.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 7.4.7 — 2025-07-10

NEW - Article Audio available on selected issues
Improved app and reader stability

We always love to hear from you - please don’t hesitate to contact us at info@pocketmags.com with any feedback or if you require assistance

### 7.2.4 — 2024-01-16

New and improved app homepage
New subscription page
My Account controls
Numerous bug fixes and improvements

We're here to help! Please contact help@pocketmags.com with any questions or feedback.

### 6.0.0 — 2018-06-04

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Improved reading experience
iPhone X support
Bug fixes and other improvements

**We always love to hear your feedback. If you have any comments or queries please contact us at help@pocketmags.com**

### 4.9.88 — 2015-12-01

Fix for issue download problem on iOS9
New iPhone layout
Bug fixes and performance improvements

**Please note that once you update to iOS9 the Newsstand folder will turn into a standard app folder. You will now be able to move your magazine apps out of Newsstand, for example on to your homescreen.**

### 4.9.59 — 2014-08-08

-New iOS7 look and feel 
-New iPhone homepage and issue details 
-Restore purchases fix 
 
As always, if you have any problems at all, please contact us at info@pocketmags.com

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