Mondays
5:30 – 6:30
Weekly
African American hair is incredibly diverse and beautiful. It comes in a variety of textures, from tightly coiled to loosely curled, and can be styled in countless ways. The versatility of African American hair allows for a wide range of creative expression, from intricate braids and twists to bold colors and natural afros. It’s also important to recognize the cultural significance of hairstyles within the African American community, which often carry deep historical and personal meanings. Overall, African American hair celebrates the richness of diversity and individuality.
We embrace different hairstyles commonly worn by African Americans:

• Afro: The afro is a natural hairstyle characterized by voluminous, rounded hair that is often worn in a rounded shape. It celebrates the natural texture and volume of African American hair.
• Braids: Braids are a versatile hairstyle that can be styled in various patterns and sizes. Popular braid styles include box braids, cornrows, Ghana braids, and Senegalese twists. These styles can be worn long or short and offer protective benefits for the hair.
• Twists: Similar to braids, twists involve twisting sections of hair together to create a textured look. Two-strand twists, three-strand twists, and flat twists are common variations that can be worn in different styles.
• Locs (Dreadlocks): Locs are formed by allowing the hair to naturally matte and lock together over time. They can be styled in various lengths and thicknesses, and are often adorned with beads, shells, or other decorative elements.
• Weaves and Extensions: Many African Americans opt for weaves or extensions to add length, volume, or color to their hair. These can be sewn in, glued, or clipped onto natural hair to achieve different looks.

Natural curls: Embracing natural curls is a popular trend among African Americans. This includes wearing the hair in its natural, curly state without manipulation or heat styling.

Bantu knots: Bantu knots are small, coiled sections of hair twisted into knots. They can be worn all over the head or in specific patterns, creating a unique and stylish look.

Fauxhawks and Mohawks: These styles involve creating a strip of raised hair down the center of the head, either by braiding, twisting, or styling the hair upward to mimic the look of a mohawk.

Puffs and ponytails: Simple yet stylish, puffs and ponytails involve gathering the hair into a high or low ponytail or puff, often accessorized with hair ties, scarves, or clips.

Wigs and wig units: Wigs are a convenient way to change up hairstyles without altering natural hair. Many African Americans wear wigs or wig units for versatility and style versatility.

These are just a few examples, and there are countless variations and combinations of hairstyles