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2. African-American hair - Wikipedia

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   African-American hair or Black hair refers to hair types, textures, and styles that are linked to African-American culture, often drawing inspiration from African hair culture. It plays a major role in the identity and politics of Black culture in the United States and across the diaspora . [ 1 ]

3. Cornrows - Wikipedia

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   African-American, Afro-Latino and Caribbean folklore also relates multiple stories of cornrows being used to communicate or provide maps for slaves across the "New World". [8] [45] Today, such styles retain their link with Black self-expression and creativity, and may also serve as a form of political expression. [9] [46] [47]

4. Braid (hairstyle) - Wikipedia

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   Tribal Braids: Braids that are often distinguished by intricate patterns and designs, reflecting the heritage of various African tribes. Boho Knotless Braids: A combination of the Bohemian and Knotless braiding techniques, offering a free-flowing and less tensioned style. Bubble Braids: A style where hair is sectioned into ponytails, with each ...

5. Senate Republicans block CROWN legislation again. But ... - AOL

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   Research from Duke University shows that Black women with natural hairstyles like braids, locs and afros are considered less professional than Black women with straight hair.

6. Box braids - Wikipedia

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   Box braids are a type of hair-braiding style that is predominantly popular among African people and the African diaspora. This type of hairstyle is a "protective style" (a style which can be worn for a long period of time to let natural hair grow and protect the ends of the hair) and is "boxy", consisting of square-shaped hair divisions.

7. Protective hairstyle - Wikipedia

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   Protective styles such as wigs, braids, twists, and updos with scarves offer practical solutions for these challenges, combining adaptability, ease of maintenance, and style. Wigs provide versatility, braids like box braids and cornrows protect natural hair from the elements, twists offer chic styling options, and scarves in updos add both ...