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Black Hair Reimagined: The New Era of Beauty
Julez Smith walks the runway for Jawara Wauchope hair show.
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Solange Cheers on Son Julez Smith at 'Black Hair Reimagined' Show
The cutest mother-son duo.
By Ashleigh Carter
Should You Trust a “Social Media” Hairstylist?
Content creators and professional stylists share their thoughts.
By Maria Santa Poggi
Puerto Rico’s Governor Signs Law Against Discrimination Based on Hairstyles
Similarly to the CROWN Act, the new law bans discrimination against people with Afros, locs, twists, and more.
By Kara Nesvig
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Our Editors Love Sleeping With These Silk Bonnets
Wake up with less frizz and tangles.
By Shauna Beni-Haynes
FINA's Ban on Swim Caps Designed for Black Hair Is Under Review
After facing criticism, FINA is reconsidering its decision to ban Soul Cap from international swimming competitions.
By Shama Nasinde
This New Exhibit Is a Nostalgic Celebration for Black Women
Where you can pose with hot combs and play in a hair roller pit!
By Asia Milia Ware
Why Is Black Hair Still an Afterthought in Hollywood?
Arriving on set hair-ready shouldn’t be a typical experience.
By Shama Nasinde
The CROWN Act Is Painfully Close to Becoming a Nationwide Law
Here’s what you can do to help.
By Nicola Dall'Asen
Marsai Martin and Keke Palmer Shed Light on Hair Discrimination
“My hair has a purpose greater than myself.”
By Asia Milia Ware
Jamaica’s High Court Gives Kingston School Right to Ban Locs
“I will not be cutting my daughter’s hair.”
By Jameelah Nasheed
Kim Kardashian West is Being Called Out for Wearing Braids (Again)
“Just because Black History Month is over doesn’t mean you can culturally appropriate.”
By Kara K. Nesvig
Hair Love Scores a Major Win for Representation at the Oscars
"We wanted to normalize black hair."
By Kara K. Nesvig
DeAndre Arnold, the Texas Student Who Refused to Cut His Locs to Walk Graduation, Just Got a $20,000 Scholarship
Courtesy of Ellen DeGeneres and Alicia Keys.
By Braden Bjella
A Black Texas Teen Was Told He Couldn't Walk at Graduation Unless He Cut His Locs
Deandre Arnold was told his locs did not comply with the school's dress code.
By Jameelah Nasheed
8 Times Fashion Designers Have Appropriated Black Hairstyles
Whether it's CDG or Alexander McQueen, when will designers do better?
By Gianluca Russo
Hair Stories
Black Hair Has Been Tangled Up in Politics for Years
Here is a brief history of the politics of black hair.
By Jameelah Nasheed
For Black Women, the Hair Salon and Beauty Supply Store Are Sacred Spaces
Black Girl Church explores the relationship of Black women to the beauty supply store and why being there can sometimes feel like being in a sanctuary
By Shammara Lawrence