Black influencers and advocators leading the way for change
These advocators have made significant contributions to the global natural hair movement through their information, tips, workshops and tutorials. By using their platforms they continue to dispel negative misconceptions regarding natural hair. They are constantly raising awareness, overcoming discrimination and are great role models for the movement.
Let’s start.
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie - Nigerian author and feminist who has spoken extensively about embracing natural hair as a form of cultural identity and resistance against societal norms that seek to marginalize Black individuals.
Felicia Leatherwood - Celebrity stylist and natural hair advocate who has worked with high-profile clients such as Issa Rae and Ava DuVernay, and has used her platform to promote natural hair care and styling techniques.
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Tracee Ellis Ross - Actress and producer who has been a vocal advocate for natural hair, often wearing her own natural hair on and off screen, and using her social media presence to promote natural hair positivity.
Nikki Walton - Blogger and author of "Better Than Good Hair," which provides advice and inspiration for Black women transitioning to natural hair.
Taren Guy - YouTube personality and natural hair influencer who has shared her own hair journey and provided tips and advice for natural hair care and styling.
Naptural85 (Whitney White) - YouTube personality and natural hair influencer who has amassed a large following for her tutorials and advice on natural hair care and styling.
Muhga Eltigani - Founder of NaturAll Club, a natural hair care brand that uses all-natural ingredients to promote healthy hair.
Lisa Price - Founder of Carol's Daughter, a natural hair care brand that focuses on creating products for a range of hair textures and styles.
Patrice Grell Yursik - Founder of Afrobella, a natural hair and beauty blog that highlights the beauty and diversity of natural hair.
Lulu Pierre - Founder of Coiled Crown, a natural hair salon in Brooklyn that specializes in healthy hair care and styling for all hair textures.
Angela Simmons – the co-founder of Foofi and Bella, a natural hair care line, and the host of the popular YouTube channel, “Natural Hair Tutorials with Angela Simmons.”
Curly Nikki – the founder of the popular natural hair blog and YouTube channel, “Curly Nikki.”
Nia Jervier – the actress, model, and natural hair advocate known for her work in the film “Dear White People” and her YouTube channel, “Nia Jervier.”
A.A.Daughters – the influential natural hair and lifestyle blog run by sisters Adanna and Adaeze, dedicated to celebrating the beauty of natural hair.
Amelianna Lovelace – the founder of the blog and YouTube channel, “Kinky Curly Coily Me,” dedicated to helping women with natural hair.
Although this is not a comprehensive list, each of these influencers have played a significant role in promoting natural hair as a form of cultural pride and self-expression. Their voice has helped to shift societal attitudes towards greater acceptance and inclusivity for all hair types.
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