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This is the story of Black hair
Author Emma Dabiri says the stigma around Afro-textured hair is a construct. Here s where the myth comes from. AMP Beauty LA, Walmart, Mented, Getty Images
As we close out Black History Month, it s paramount to highlight and celebrate significant contributions made by African Americans across all categories.
One area that hasn t always been illuminated in textbooks is the number of revolutionary beauty inventions, innovations and businesses from people of color.
Personal care, grooming and beauty are big business markets and statistics continue to show how willing consumers of color are to buy products that fit their specific needs.