To claim your free subscription, fill out the form on the Mercury Magazines website and answer some basic questions about your job (select "Other" or "Homemaker" if not employed). The subscription includes 12 print issues of ESSENCE, a lifestyle, fashion, and beauty magazine aimed at African-American women. Allow 6 to 8 weeks for delivery of the first issue. 

ESSENCE Magazine is a premier lifestyle publication dedicated to celebrating the beauty, resilience, and achievements of Black women. Founded in 1970, ESSENCE has grown to become a trusted source of inspiration and information, focusing on the unique experiences and perspectives of Black women.