The CROWN Act protects Black Minnesotans from hair discrimination. But stylists say it’s also a call to affirm the beauty, identity, and resilience that’s always been there.
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Taylor’d Cosmetology School
Taylor’d Cosmetology School, Inc. was founded in 2023 to provide beauty education tailored to Black hair, skin and nails, with plans to expand to nail and hair programs in the future.
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FDA’s plan to ban hair relaxer chemical called too little, too
The FDA is considering a ban on formaldehyde in hair-straightening products, in response to rising concerns about the health effects of the chemicals.
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FDA’s plan to ban hair relaxer chemical called too little, too late
The FDA is considering a ban on formaldehyde in hair-straightening products, in response to rising concerns about the health effects of the chemicals.
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Black student faces disciplinary action over dreadlocks at Texas High School
The crux of the issue revolves around the school district’s policy regarding male students’ hair length.
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Not just skin deep: Twin Cities Natural Hair & Beauty Expo offers holistic empowerment
This year’s event, which took place on August 13, at the Courtyard Marriott in downtown Minneapolis, had the theme of “Rise: The Evolution of Black Hollywood.”
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Minnesota Senate passes CROWN Act legislation
‘The CROWN Act will ensure that no Minnesotan now or in the future can be discriminated against because of their natural hair.’
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House passes CROWN Act prohibiting discrimination based on hair
‘The purpose of the bill is to allow more people to show up as their authentic selves in school or in the workplace’
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Many states have outlawed hair discrimination—Minnesota should be next
We applaud the Minnesota House of Representatives for discussing and voting on the CROWN Act this week and are looking forward to the Senate doing the same in the coming weeks.
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Marsha Ambrosius’ Black hair magic
We caught up with Marsha Ambrosius for a quick chat about her journey and love for hair.
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Hair braiding bill represents ‘new narrative’ at legislature
Leaders like Rep. Rena Moran have hit the ground running with legislation that addresses the needs of people of color.
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When a wrestler’s haircut is really about a race
Peace, goodwill, and good tidings this holiday season were interrupted by the outrageous violation and public humiliation of a Black New Jersey high school wrestler.
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Sisters turn family roots into healthy hair care business
The two sisters used to get their hair done every week by their mother who used ingredients pulled straight from their South Carolina farm.
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Discovering my curl power
This week: Nicole Pillow shares how she learned to embrace her curls. While growing up as a biracial child in the ’70s here in Minnesota, my head of natural curls was in no way celebrated — in fact, my hair became a seed of insecurity planted at a young age. Many of my peers had […]
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Lessons learned at the beauty shop
National Hair Stylist Appreciation Day is April 30. In honor of the occasion, see Sheletta Brundidge’s contribution below, and look for more “hair stories” in coming days on the MSR. There is nothing I love more than being in a Black beauty shop with my sisters. The fresh smell of perm and conditioner coupled with honest […]
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Personal hair journey powers local playwright’s ‘Kinks’
Few things, on the face of it, are more innocuous than the hair on one’s head. However, so far as social issues go, the hair on a Black woman’s head is far from an idle consideration. Indeed, reaction thereto can be subtle, yet far-reaching discrimination. All one needs to verify this is to note that there […]
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African American hair: tips to make it look healthy and beautiful
Let’s face it — hair can often be a part of our personal and cultural identity. The number of hair styles, processes, and hair care treatments are as varied as we are as a people. Additionally, we must constantly keep in mind factors like weather, travel, and athletic activities that can affect our chosen style. […]
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PHOTOS | Sister Spokesman “Loving Your Hair” Show
On July 11, over 200 Sister Spokesman attendees gathered for Sister Spokesman: “Loving Your Hair” at The Minnesota History Center in St. Paul. The event showcased the diverse styling and care expertise from local hair stylists with a hair show, a Q&A, games and prizes, and a special performance by local singing sensation Ashley DuBose. See colorful photo highlights by photographer Steve Floyd.