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28 August 2024
What It’s Like To…Run an African Hair Salon in New York City
The major U.S. city is known for attracting a myriad of cultures from across the world, offering aspirational immigrants a chance to serve their communities.
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Fashion + Beauty
11 May 2023
A Regional Walk Through The History of African Hair Braiding
From West African Fulani braids to Southern Africa’s Bantu Knots, we explore Africa’s rich history and connection to hair braiding.
Arts + Culture
26 June 2017
This Ivorian Artist is Creating Stunning Sculptures With Her Hair
Meet Laetitia Ky—the 21-year-old artist who makes stunning hair sculptures on her head.
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14 June 2017
8 of the Best Hair Braiding Salons in NYC
Looking to get your braids popping for the summer? Check out our list of eight of the best hair braiding salons in New York.
Fashion + Beauty
18 May 2017
Beauty Review: Oyin Handmade's 'Frank Juice' Natural Hair Tonic
OkayAfrica's editorial team gives you the inside scoop on some of the most buzzed about black beauty products.
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24 March 2016
The Hidden World Of Harlem’s African Braiders
For many of Harlem's African braiders, being an entrepreneur is their only source of income.
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21 August 2014
'Ruka (to braid/to knit/to weave)' Explores The African Hair Braiding Salon
Nontsikelelo Mutiti explores African hair braiding salons in her recent 'Ruka (to braid/to knit/to weave)' at Recess in SoHo.
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