As we continue to celebrate the giants of American music during Black Music Month, it’s no secret how their natural…
One of the more obvious portrayals of the intersection between commerce and social issues is how companies have handled the…
Almost half of Black women experience some form of hair loss, traction alopecia the most common among them. However, few…
In spite of how it is naturally pre-determined by the amount of melanin in our bodies, skin color is often…
When California dermatologist Dr. Laura Scott, MD, was a resident, she met with a new patient who sought medical advice…
Bursting with vibrant, colorful heritage and tradition, African fashion is as rich and innovative as the continent itself. The avant-garde…
Celebrated nationally, tomorrow marks the 109th celebration of Mother’s Day. Officially recognized as a national holiday by the U.S. government…
For many people of color, hair is something of a wonderful showpiece – a beautiful tool we use to express…
In 2020, when the United States was in the midst of an overwhelming moment in history, white and corporate America…
If you’ve been experiencing hair thinning – and you aren’t in the throes of a major medical situation – chances…
For some, a bodega is just a small-scale grocery store. But for many of us New York City dwellers, it…
Just like a shadow, America’s debates on Black women’s hair cannot be escaped…and the military is no exception. In 1940,…