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Yahoo Life'Pretty Shouldn't Hurt': New film explains how hair loss for Black women results in physical and emotional pain
Many Black women wear protective hairstyles such as box braids and cornrows to take a "break" from daily maintenance. But excessive pulling at the scalp without proper technique and care can lead to breakage, or even worse, hair loss.
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'You should always take up space with your hair': Teen author teaches kids confidence with read-aloud book series that celebrates diversity
"It’s not only an opportunity to really make sure that parents and kids have the resources that they need, but also for these authors to be celebrated and recognized," says Marley Dias.
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What is CROWN Day? Anti-hair-discrimination legislation marks 1st anniversary with celebration of Black natural hair
The CROWN Coalition celebrates inaugural signing of legislation to protect students and professionals from hair discrimination.
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Why Black TV reporters are now embracing their natural hair on-air: 'It's more important than ever to be seen and heard'
Black women in television news are wearing their natural hair as conversations around representation heighten.
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How black dolls can help teach kids about race, identity and self-esteem: 'It’s important to give black children childhood'
The founder of Healthy Roots Dolls and a mental health expert explain the importance of black dolls.
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7 natural hair care dos and don’ts to get the hair of your dreams
Growing natural hair requires consistent effort. These pro tips and product recommendations will help you get the hair of your dreams.
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Artists pay tribute to little girl who called herself 'ugly' in viral video
Artists created beautiful artwork to inspire this little girl after she called herself "ugly."
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'I'm not coming here to conform': Black women on why wearing their natural hair at work matters
"Work is hard, and so I don’t want to have to work on myself and do the job. So being authentic is really the easiest place to be,” says marketing strategist Trenesa Stanford-Danuser.
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Former Miss America Nia Franklin says she faced criticism for not embracing natural hair: 'It's my choice'
Miss America 2019 Nia Franklin talks about the criticism she faced for not wearing her hair natural during her reign.
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Tyra Banks lost her first Victoria’s Secret job because of her natural hair: ‘The hairdresser did not know what to do’
Tyra Banks opens up about discrimination that she faced in her early career. Now, she's creating opportunities for everybody to experience the glamorous side of modeling.
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'Pose' star Angelica Ross praised for rocking her natural hair in Louis Vuitton ad: 'Breaking down all the barriers at once'
The actress caused quite a stir on social media with her powerful photo.
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8-year-old barred from school picture day because of 'extreme hairstyle' gets an empowering photo shoot
Marian Scott, 8, was barred from getting her photo taken on school picture day because her hairstyle was deemed "extreme." Then a professional photographer stepped in to boost her confidence.
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Black TV reporter reveals natural hair on-air: 'I had to build up the courage’
Brianna Hamblin, a reporter at CBS19, says it took courage to wear her natural hair on television.
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Photo of mom breastfeeding baby as barber finishes her buzz cut goes viral
“This photo addresses two things that women are constantly criticized for, cutting their hair off and breastfeeding," wrote barber Adrian Fanus on Facebook. "It is time that we embrace what is beautiful and natural."
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10-year-old girl's motivational video about embracing her natural hair goes viral: ‘Don’t allow anyone to steal your joy’
A 10-year-old girl in Nashville got made fun of for wearing her natural hair to school. The next day, she filmed an inspiring video about how she would embrace it anyway.
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Ava DuVernay speaks out after photo of woman cutting off black man's dreadlocks goes viral: 'Lets replace those images'
Ava DuVernay is responding to viral photos of a white woman cutting a young black boy's locs with a social media campaign encouraging people to embrace their natural locs.
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Teen denied Six Flags job because of 'extreme hairstyle' gets scouted by modeling agency
Nearly three months after being denied a summer job because of his natural hair, this teen is building a modeling portfolio to be recruited by IMG Models.
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New black Barbie doll wears natural hair, uses a wheelchair: 'Representation like this is so important'
The new doll is black, wears natural hair and comes with a wheelchair — complete with real rolling wheels — and a ramp.
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'Be yourself, the world will adjust': Television reporter wears braids on-air in break from 'industry standard'
“That industry standard makes no sense to me, I think the focus should be more directed on a journalist’s ability to tell a fair and balanced story than what’s on their head," said the anchor.
- Elle
Why Miss Teen USA Kaliegh Garris Says "I'll Always Compete With My Natural Hair"
For the first time ever, all three major pageant crowns are held by black women.
- Allure
Ciara Is "So Proud" of Growing Out Her Hair After Relaxer Damage
She swears she'll share her hair secrets soon.
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Television reporter debuts natural hair to teach her daughter self-acceptance
“I can’t imagine wearing a wig again," says Florida news anchor Melanie Lawson.
- Allure
This Woman Has Started a Petition to Get Unicode to Release an Afro Emoji
And she’s named it in honor of Solange Knowles.
- Fashionista
The 32 Best Beauty Street Style Looks From Paris Fashion Week
Natural hair was especially popular and inspiring.
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Reporter celebrates wearing braids for the first time on-air: 'We are still professionals even if our hair is different'
"The freedom to wear my hair in a style that is a part of my culture and a skill handed down to me from my mother gives me a stronger sense of self-esteem, self-worth, and confidence as a person and as a woman," says television news reporter AJ Walker.