Hair Weave
Weave Today
Interesting Dates
In 1990 essence magazines declares makes the statement that "Sisters love the weave." As well more styles become accepted
Questions
In 1619 slaves brought their culture to Jamestown but hair grooming began to disappear.
In the year 1444 Europeans trade on the west coast of Africa and with this people began wearing elaborate hairstyles, such as locks plaits, and twist.
In 2000 Lil Kim wears a platinum blonde wig while the singer Macy Gray sports a new school afro.
What is hair weave?
According to the documentary 'Good Hair' 30-35% of African American women buy the hair products that are out to purchase.
Where did it come from?
In the 18oo's African Americans started to rely on bacon grease because, butter, and kerosene as a form of conditioner
What other races use weave/extensions?
The hot comb was made in 1845 and in the 1900's Madame C.J. Walker invited a bunch of products for black women such as the press-and curl- (perm/relaxer)
What are interesting facts about hair weave that people just don't know?
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