Health and Fitness Health and Fitness
Sun, February 16, 2025
[ Sun, Feb 16th ] - NDTV
7 Yoga Asanas For Beginners
Sat, February 15, 2025
Fri, February 14, 2025
[ Fri, Feb 14th ] - Forbes
Does Medicare Cover Ozempic?
Thu, February 13, 2025
Wed, February 12, 2025
Tue, February 11, 2025
[ Tue, Feb 11th ] - Yahoo
Samsung Galaxy Fit3
Mon, February 10, 2025
Sun, February 9, 2025

Black women's hair: A story of culture, health, and empowerment


//health-fitness.news-articles.net/content/2025/ .. r-a-story-of-culture-health-and-empowerment.html
Published in Health and Fitness on Wednesday, February 12th 2025 at 21:03 GMT by MSN   Print publication without navigation

  • TV and Black Girl Rising, Inc. convened a roundtable of Black women to discuss the complex relationship between hair, culture, and health.

The video segment from MSN titled "Black Women's Hair: A Story of Culture, Health, and Empowerment" explores the deep cultural significance and health implications of hair for Black women. It discusses how hair has been a symbol of identity, pride, and resistance against societal norms that often dictate beauty standards. The narrative touches on the historical context of hair in African American culture, including the era of slavery where hair was used as a form of expression and communication. It also addresses contemporary issues like the health concerns related to hair care practices, such as the use of chemical relaxers which can lead to scalp damage and other health issues. The segment highlights movements towards natural hair acceptance, promoting self-love and empowerment, and how these shifts are influencing broader societal views on beauty and health. Additionally, it covers the economic aspect, with Black women's hair care being a significant market, and how this industry has evolved to cater to natural hair care products, reflecting a broader cultural shift towards embracing natural beauty.

Read the Full MSN Article at:
[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/wellness/black-women-s-hair-a-story-of-culture-health-and-empowerment/vi-AA1yVOYM ]

Publication Contributing Sources