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Came across this article this morning & thought it was a fantastic idea to share. The natural black hair movement has been growing exponentially in the past few years and people are beginning to share their opinions on the topic in newer and more fascinating ways. Here, filmmaker Zina Saro-Wiwa presents a documentary on black women’s
decision to embrace their naturally kinky hair, rather than use chemical
straighteners.
Click here to check out the video:
Here’s a snippet from the article:
“There are as many “natural hair journeys” as there are transitioning
women. What I find remarkable about the movement is the way it is
spreading through black women in America. Many are transitioning
silently, without much fanfare. Some are inspired by friends and family
members who have already made the switch. As Anu Prestonia, the owner of
Khamit Kinks, a natural hair salon in Brooklyn, told me, “There’s been
an evolutionary process that has turned into a revolution.” It is not an
angry movement. Women aren’t saying their motivation is to combat
Eurocentric ideals of beauty. Rather, this is a movement characterized
by self-discovery and health.”
What are your thoughts, beauties? Do you think this natural hair transitioning movement is more so inspired by self discovery and health or more about combating Eurocentric ideals of beauty?
Source: NY Times
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