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Black Women on Their Complicated Relationship with Relaxer
As the FDA calls to ban its dangerous chemicals in the U.S., we ask Brits how they feel about the latest research.
The Best Shampoos and Conditioners for Everyone, According to Our Fave Stylists
Hair fine as silk, thick as a lion's mane, or curly as a fry? Three top hair experts share the products they use on themselves and their celeb clients.
Ketanji Brown Jackson’s Sisterlocks Are Sending a Powerful Message
Ketanji Brown Jackson’s hairstyle speaks volumes to Black visibility in politics and mainstream American culture.
Discriminating Against Black Hair Could Become Illegal in the US
The House of Representatives passed the “Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair,” or CROWN Act, Friday.
Black Hair in Video Games Is Terrible. These 3D Artists Are Changing That.
The Open Source Afro Hair Library, slated to launch on Juneteenth 2023, will be the gaming world’s first free database of 3D-modeled Black hairstyles.
Black Man Lost Job Offer After Refusing to Cut His Locs, Lawsuit Says
A former employee's lawsuit against Encore Global will be the first test of California’s CROWN Act, which bans companies from restricting Black hairstyles.
Learn How to Cut Black Hair or No Job for You, Louisiana Tells New Stylists
The state’s board of cosmetology passed a resolution that requires all aspiring stylists to learn how to cut Black hair—or they won't get licensed.
A Biracial YouTube Star Disparaged Black Women’s Hair. Now She’s Getting Canceled
Briana Monique said she was “blessed” not to have tighter curls and it sparked discourse about Black representation in beauty.
The Best Protective Hairstyles for Black Women to Have Sex In
Though it’s entirely possible to fuck in a wig, mine was ruined after two hookups, so I wanted to find other good alternatives.
Natural Hair Is Protected In California, But the Bias Is Far From Gone
One in five Black women feel social pressure to straighten their hair for work—beyond explicit policies requiring it.
This South London Cafe Wants to Showcase the Work of Black Chefs
Mae J’s, named after NASA astronaut Dr. Mae Jemison, is part of The Palms, a new Black hair and beauty hub for Peckham's Afro-Caribbean community.