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The Top 7 Holiday Gifts from Black-Owned Businesses — All Available in the Amazon Store

This season, it’s easier than ever to shop and support incredible Black-owned businesses in Amazon’s store!

By

Arielle Dachille

Published

December 20, 2023
Culture, Culture

Why ‘Slim Black Woman With a Bad Wig’ Is Trending on TikTok

The Hard Wig=Soft Life theory has TikTokers pondering why some Black women always seem to bag white millionaires.

By

Angela Johnson

Published

December 12, 2023
Education, News

What? Black Texas High School Student Suspended… Again Over Hairstyle

Darryl George has missed more than 80% of his regular classes due to being suspended most of the year.

By

Noah A. McGee

Published

December 6, 2023
Entertainment, Hot Tea

Miss Tina Claps Back at ‘Bozos’ Alleging Beyonce Is Bleaching Her Skin, ‘Trying to Be White’

The online vitriol was prompted by Bey's look at the Renaissance Film premiere, in which she sported platinum blonde hair and a silver dress.

By

Shanelle Genai

Published

November 28, 2023
News, Race Matters

Exclusive: The F.D.A Is Taking Major Action To Protect Against Harmful Chemicals In Hair Products

After an inquiry from Reps. Ayanna Pressley and Shontel Brown, the Food and Drug Administration proposed a new rule to ban harmful chemicals in relaxers.

By

Jessica Washington

Published

October 6, 2023
Education, News

Black Texas Student Suspended for a Second Time Because He Refuses To Cut His Hair

This Black student was suspended despite the CROWN Act, a law that prohibits race-based hair discrimination, going into effect earlier this month.

By

Noah A. McGee

Published

September 20, 2023
Beauty + Style, Black Hair

I Asked an Expert: Tips For Making the Most of Your Natural Hair

I caught up with Abbott Elementary hairstylist Moira Frazier to get her expert wash day advice

By

Angela Johnson

Published

August 30, 2023
Beauty + Style, Black Hair

This NC Barber Charges Almost $100 Per cut, But These Jaw-Dropping Transformations Are Worth It

Men drive from far and wide to sit in his chair, but others love to debate the cost.

By

Amira Castilla

Published

August 24, 2023
Black Business, Culture

Lisa Price Is Still the Heartbeat of Carol’s Daughter

The Root spoke with the natural hair care pioneer about her devotion to the brand she started in her Brooklyn kitchen.

By

Angela Johnson

Published

August 22, 2023
Beauty + Style, Black Hair

The Hidden Costs of Hair Braiding

You may be annoyed with your stylists for making you wash your own hair. But according to experts, there's a really good reason behind it.

By

Angela Johnson

Published

August 13, 2023