My mom tells the story of how more than 40 years ago, when she arrived for college in Topeka, Kansas about the challenge she faced…

From: Huffington Post New York – For most women of color, being asked “Can I touch your hair?” (or the sensation of an uninvited hand already in her tresses) is irritating and uncomfortable, to say the least. However, on Thursday afternoon in New York City’s Union Square, Antonia Opiah, founder of Un’ruly, extended an open invitation to […]

I’ve always been obsessed with the story of Rapunzel. I coveted her long, illustrious locks that made her prince slay a giant in order to…

Black women and our natural hair is a sticky topic of discussion. There are full documentaries, TV shows and panels all around the U.S. dedicated…

Whether you rock braids, your natural curls or an updo, your natural hair journey doesn’t have to leave you  broke. Some budget friendly tips for scouting out the best natural hair products 1. Cruise the clearance section Often times, you’ll be surprised at what you find. Pricey products can find themselves on the clearance endcaps […]

You may remember Kim Coles as Sinclaire on the hit show “Living Single.” If you miss seeing her on the small screen no worries, the actress is still on the move. She spoke with TJMS’ own Jacque Reid this morning  about The Nappiology Convention for natural hair which is happening Nov 2, 2012. She also revealed the […]

After two months of becoming acquainted with my natural hair, I realize that several notions about natural hair and its care just aren’t true. Before…

Oprah Winfrey and Viola Davis aren’t the only stars ready, willing and able to show off their natural hair to the world. Grammy award-winning singer Jill Scott is proudly rocking her TWA (teeny weeny afro) on the cover of the October issue of Essence. In fact, Jill demanded that her au naturale coiffe be captured for the feature. She […]

Love to see Black women taking a stand and Jill Scott has never been any different. When asked if she would grace the cover of Essence  magazine, she’d love to be a cover girl… under one condition. That her natural hair be shown. The “A Long Walk” singer is fresh off Jay-Z’s Made in America show and […]

I’ve worn weaves and wigs for the last five years. And through those years I developed a love/hate relationship with the million and one different…

COLUMBUS-Candace McBride, who is a member of a African-American natural-hair group in Columbus, Ohio has made her own African American Barbies with natural Black hair in an Afro style. McBride plans to give away the Barbies to girls in the Booker T. Washington Apartment in Columbus. The Root reports: Candace McBride, a member of the […]