Black beauty salons have been a source of political activism, economic growth, and relaxation for Black women for generations, with many owners and patrons using the space to mobilize for voter registration, citizenship education, and anti-lynching movements.
Category: Complexity of Coils
Our ongoing series explores the beauty, politics,culture and business of Black hair. From the fight against hair discrimination and the impact of the CROWN Act to the success of Black haircare brands, dive into stories that celebrate, govern, and challenge the narrative of Black hair.”
Posted inWellness
Women report more hair loss than men at every age: New study highlights stress factor
Women report more hair loss than men at every age, according to a 2025 Hers study, and stress is a potential contributing factor, with women experiencing more stress and burnout than men.
Posted inComplexity of Coils, EQUITY, Fitness, Jillian, Take Care Sis
FDA missed its deadline to propose a ban on hair relaxers
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has proposed banning formaldehyde in hair relaxers, but the deadline has been missed. Research has shown that these chemicals have been linked to fibroids, early puberty, gestational high blood pressure, and uterine cancer. The FDA has not…
Posted inCOMMENTARY & OPINION, Complexity of Coils, EQUITY
Commentary: The CROWN Act: A Noble Effort, But Needs Real Reform – Insights from a Local Stylist
A local stylist shares insights on the fight to protect natural hairstyles in schools and workplaces. Discover the challenges and potential solutions in our latest editorial. Part of our Complexity of Coils series
Posted inComplexity of Coils, EQUITY, Terricha Phillips
CROWN Act in Ohio?
The Crown Act which would ban hair discrimination has been introduced in local and state government. Find out where Ohio stands with this legislation.
Posted inComplexity of Coils, EQUITY, Terricha Phillips
Natural Hair Q&A with cosmetologist Ladosha Wright
Thinking about cutting it off? Terricha speaks with a local cosmetologist about…
Posted inComplexity of Coils, EQUITY, Mental Health, Tabitha Jennings
‘Hair Depression?’ Societal Pressures and Personal Identity Are Intertwine for Black Women
Is hair depression real? We’re kicking off a new series about Black women and our hair called Complexity of Coils…
Posted inComplexity of Coils, EQUITY, Terricha Phillips
What’s your reason for getting a Big Chop? I took it back to the good old days and my hair is better off.
Ever want to cut off your hair and start over? Terricha shares her experience with ‘“the big chop.” Part of our Complexity of Coils series
Posted inEQUITY
Bill banning discrimination of natural hair in K-12 schools passes in Ohio House
A new vote on the bill that would ban discrimination against natural hair in Ohio’s K-12 schools…
Posted inColumbus & Statehouse-, Complexity of Coils, EQUITY, GOVERNMENT
The Crown Act was voted out of the Ohio House Civil Justice Committee
House Bill 178 has moved one step closer on the road to becoming an Ohio law