Many of us grew up getting our hair pressed or chemically relaxed. These methods allowed the hair to become more manageable during the hair care and styling process. But do remember your mother sitting down with you and having the talk? No, I’m not talking about the birds and the bees but the importance of […]
Should your natural hair feel dry? Yes and No. Over the past few weeks I’ve received numerous ASK COLE questions relating to “dry hair”. But ladies before I go any further we must understand that our natural hair will not feel silky and smooth as it did during our relaxed days. By default black textured […]
In the beginning of your natural hair journey the #1 goal is to grow long hair. At one point everyone on YouTube was talking about length check. Length check list: – Eyebrow – Nose – Ear – Lip – Chin – Bra strap – Knee “ok knee length may be a bit extreme, ha!” It’s […]
Jacque Reid goes Inside Her Story with celebrity stylist and star of WeTV’s Cutting It In The ATL, Mushiya Tshikuka, about the restrictions of natural hair in the military and the case of Jessica Sims, who was honorably discharged for not trimming her locs. “Women have been wearing natural hair for a really long time. […]
Are you confused when you hear the words sulfate, clarifying, or cowash? Do you know when to use a shampoo or cowash on your natural hair? Below I’ll explain the difference between sulfate, clarifying, and cowash. Sulfate Shampoos are known to strip the hair of its natural oils and moisture. This is not necessarily the […]
When a controversy erupted over Black female Marine’s hairstyles last year, some observers thought Black women in the military were asking for special treatment. But the argument was this – that Black women in the military were prohibited from wearing many of the natural styles including locs and cornrows that might make it easier for them to […]
Screw the rules of discrimination. And to hell with the rules of accountability.
Screw the rules of discrimination. And to hell with the rules of accountability. One employer is ignoring both at once by rescinding a job offer he made to a recent university graduate using her hairstyle as the reason why she can’t work at the company; and blaming that reason on what “clients” want or, in […]
Toronto, CA principal, Tracey Barnes is accused of forcing a 13-year-old student to tame her natural hair.
Victoria’s Secret celebrated 20 years of their ultra sexy fashion show during a taped runway show set to air on December 8 on CBS. The show was met with some controversy with Rihanna pulling out as a performer at the last minute. Many believe the cancellation was due to her bestie Jourdan Dunn reportedly being replaced by […]
The strength, look and feel of “healthy hair” can define not only your overall look, but also, how you feel. While there are literally thousands of…
“To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.” Jurnee Smollett, an actress whose occupation is…
