During Women’s History Month, We Celebrate our “Crowning Glory.”It’s called “crowning glory” for a reason. Black hair has been an integral feature of black history. As African American women, we’ve been shamed into thinking our hair had to be one way and not embrace how versatile it actually is.Early African hairstyles could indicate a person’s family background, tribe, and social status. “Just about everything about a person’s identity could be learned by looking at their hair,” Unfortunately, the slave trade robbed us of our heritage. It not only took our freedom but our customs of hair care as well. As slave women, we were forced to hide our hair with wraps and scarves.The end of slavery led many to adjust their hair to smoothen it out to fit society better. One positive outcome was entrepreneur Madame CJ Walker, who became the first self-made millionaire selling sold hair growth products, shampoos, and ointments aimed at the African American market.The 60’s ushered in the afro hairstyle, which emerged as a symbol of rebellion, pride, and empowerment during the civil rights movement.
“Nothing can dim the light that shines from within” – Maya Angelou
During Women’s History Month, We Celebrate our “Crowning Glory.”
