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For decades, beauty schools across America have failed to teach students how to properly care for and style textured hair. This blatant oversight has left generations of Black and Brown clients feeling overlooked
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Textured Hair Education is Now Law: A Bold Step Toward True Inclusion in Cosmetology

For decades, beauty schools across America have failed to teach students how to properly care for and style textured hair. This blatant oversight has left generations of Black and Brown clients feeling overlooked, disrespected, and forced to search tirelessly for stylists who can provide the basic standard of care everyone deserves. States Taking A Stand Now, eight states have taken a stand, passing laws that … Continue reading Textured Hair Education is Now Law: A Bold Step Toward True Inclusion in Cosmetology

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It’s Not Just About What’s on Our Heads, But What’s Going in Our Bodies
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It’s Not Just About What’s on Our Heads, But What’s Going in Our Bodies

Salon and Barbershop Conversations: In countless salon conversations, I’ve heard Black women say, “I’m natural now,” or “I stopped using relaxers because they cause cancer.” And while I completely respect the journey to embracing natural hair—and the empowerment that comes with it—I believe it’s time we expand the conversation beyond just what we’re putting on our heads. We’ve become cautious about topical products like relaxers, … Continue reading It’s Not Just About What’s on Our Heads, But What’s Going in Our Bodies

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Hair Weave and Wigs: The Damage It’s Causing

The Impact Hair Weave Has On Black Women Head2Toe Magazine delves into the profound impact of hair weave and wigs on Black women and the Black community. There is a mounting concern that black women may be developing a dependency on hair weave, similar to a substance addiction. This trend has not only led to a widespread epidemic of hair loss among black women, but … Continue reading Hair Weave and Wigs: The Damage It’s Causing

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students in New York State required to learn how to style textured hair

Long Overdue The recognition and formal training requirements for natural hair styling are considered long overdue for several reasons. Historically, beauty and cosmetology standards have often centered around Eurocentric ideals, leading to a lack of acknowledgment and education regarding the unique needs of diverse hair textures, particularly natural and textured hair common in Black and other communities. This oversight has perpetuated a gap in training, … Continue reading students in New York State required to learn how to style textured hair

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