When she was not wearing braids as a young girl, Jordan Emanuel pampered her thick, long hair with a roller set and blowout. It was her go-to style at the hair salon. Leaving her hair to the professionals was Emanuel’s way of keeping her hair healthy, strong, and, most importantly, done. Frequent trips to the… Continue reading ‘Summer House: Martha’s Vineyard’ Star Jordan Emanuel Talks Her On-Screen Alopecia Battle
Category: Hair
Black Women Share Their Hair Horror Stories
Black women have a deep connection to their hair. Regardless of the style, a Black woman’s hair is an essential component to showcasing her true personality. For that reason, the beauty salon has become a safe haven and self-care ritual, allowing Black women to entrust one of their most valuable features to another. In the… Continue reading Black Women Share Their Hair Horror Stories
The Advancements of Hair Extensions
The landscape of hair extensions has grown tremendously from when they first came on the scene. Now, there are many hair extension options that are seamless and blend with the natural design of your own hair. With all of the advancements, however, the choices can seem limitless. From clip-ins to tape-ins, weaves to fusion, the… Continue reading The Advancements of Hair Extensions
21Ninety Approved: Mother’s Day Gift Guide 2024
As Mother’s Day approaches, it’s easy to feel that shopping for your mom or mother figure is a daunting task. The idea of gifting her the same old robe, slippers, and flowers is becoming repetitive. The mother figure in your life, presumably, is someone who is selfless, supportive, and giving, so why not return the… Continue reading 21Ninety Approved: Mother’s Day Gift Guide 2024
Vice President Kamala Harris Shares Hair Journey
The list of Black women whose hair is always on point ranges from names like Queen Latifah to Beyoncé. Somewhere on that list lands Vice President Kamala Harris, whose hair is always laid. She never has a bad hair day, despite being number two in line to run the country. In a new interview with… Continue reading Vice President Kamala Harris Shares Hair Journey
Uncle Nearest Founder Calls Out Corporate America for Hair Discrimination
In a bold move, Fawn Weaver, the founder of Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey, took to social media to address hair discrimination against Black women in corporate America. Weaver, a trailblazer in her own right, minced no words as she underscored the absurdity of such biases in 2024. View this post on Instagram A post shared… Continue reading Uncle Nearest Founder Calls Out Corporate America for Hair Discrimination
How The New Pattern Beauty Curling Iron Reduces Heat Damage
Pattern Beauty, a Black-owned hair care brand, disrupted the industry standard when it first launched in 2019. Founded by actress and TV producer Tracee Ellis Ross, Pattern Beauty lives up to its mission of providing healthy hair care products and tools for people with textured hair. The brand continues to carve its path in the… Continue reading How The New Pattern Beauty Curling Iron Reduces Heat Damage
Dark & Lovely Went to Gag City to Play in Color
In the heart of Brooklyn, Dark & Lovely set the stage for a night to remember. The brand recently ushered in its latest hair color collection, Fade Resist Immersive Bolds and naturally, had to celebrate. What better way to do so than at the iconic Barclays Center, for Nicki Minaj’s Pink Friday 2 World Tour?… Continue reading Dark & Lovely Went to Gag City to Play in Color
Doja Cat Having to Address Her 4C Hair Shouldn’t Even Be a Thing
Doja Cat recently set the internet abuzz with the announcement of her latest single, “MASC.” She took to social media to share a zoomed in image of her blonde hair in its natural, curly state, which she explained was the cover art for the single. However, amidst the excitement, there’s a disheartening undertone: the unnecessary… Continue reading Doja Cat Having to Address Her 4C Hair Shouldn’t Even Be a Thing
Is Your Child Too Young for a Weave?
The age-old debate over when it’s appropriate for young girls to wear hair extensions has sparked conversation once again. Recently, Monique Ingram, founder of Go Sleek Hair Salon, stirred the pot by sharing her experience installing a weave on her 10-year-old niece. “Before you condemn and start to tussle in the comments,” she wrote in… Continue reading Is Your Child Too Young for a Weave?