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Self-care is necessary for everybody; however, men are often left out of mainstream conversations about the importance of self-care and grooming. Carlton Rose is working to change that through content creation.
“I started making content to share my journey and help other guys who might be struggling with their hair care,” Rose said. “It’s been awesome to see so many men embracing their curls because of it.”
Rose’s social media content about hair care and grooming for men has helped him gain nearly 185K followers on his Instagram and TikTok platforms. After learning to care for his hair by trial and error, Rose realized there was a lack of resources for men with curls and decided to bridge the gap.
“I always joke with my community — I watched all the lady’s hair tutorials on YouTube, so you don’t have to,” Rose said.
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His decision to embrace his curls and show curly-haired men that they don’t have to subscribe to traditional grooming standards has helped create a safe space for men to experiment with different hairstyles and grooming practices.
Making self-care a habitual part of life is daunting for anybody when they first start. Here’s a deep dive into why and how men can start their grooming journey from Carlton Rose:
Why is it important for men to practice self-care?
It’s important for men to practice self-care because it helps with both physical and mental health. Self-care isn’t just for women; it’s crucial for everyone. When men take care of themselves, they can handle stress better, feel more focused, and stay healthier overall.
Can you explain why grooming is an important part of self-care for men?
Grooming is an important part of self-care because it’s a way to take care of yourself and feel good. It’s not just about looking good, but also about boosting your confidence. Taking time to groom yourself also gives you a chance to slow down and focus on yourself.
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In your opinion, what does implementing a grooming routine look like for the modern man? What are some core steps men should consider?
A grooming routine should be simple and consistent. It doesn’t have to be complicated. Key steps include cleansing, moisturizing, and protecting your skin and hair. For hair, that means regular washing, conditioning, and using products that suit your hair type. For skin, it’s about finding a good cleanser, moisturizing daily, and using SPF during the day. The main thing is to stick with it—consistency makes the difference.
What does your typical wash day look like? Describe your current hair care regimen.
On wash day, I start with a sulfate-free shampoo to clean my hair without drying it out. Then, I use a deep conditioner and leave it in for about 20-30 minutes to make my curls soft and hydrated. After rinsing, I apply a mousse or hair cream to define my curls and keep them moisturized. I finish with a gel to smooth everything in and eliminate frizz. I like to let my hair air dry, but I’ll use a diffuser on low heat if I’m short on time.
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What are some of your go-to tools and products to use when styling your hair? (Name at least 3)
1. Twist Gimmie It All: This product is amazing. It leaves my hair super conditioned and moisturized, which really helps my curls to pop and look more defined.
2. Mousse & Hair Gel: These help to hold my curls in place while still keeping them soft. They give me that definition and hold. The key is you need to find the right gel without the crunch!
3. Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer: I use this with the diffuser attachment to dry my hair quickly and evenly without causing frizz. It’s perfect for getting my curls to look their best in a short amount of time.
How do you manage product build-up in your curls as an on-the-go creative?
Managing product build-up can be tough, especially when you’re busy. I use a clarifying shampoo once a month to eliminate any build-up. It helps clean my hair without stripping it of natural oils. If I need to reapply products throughout the week, I’ll stick with lighter ones. Sprays and mists to refresh my curls.
What is one hair care tool or product you couldn’t live without? Why?
The one product I can’t live without is Twist Gimme It All. I’m telling you, this stuff is amazing! It can untangle the toughest knots and keep my hair super hydrated. It works great for curly and coily hair textures. It’s my go-to product, and I recommend it to anyone with curls like mine.
Aside from your haircare, how else do you practice self-care as a creator?
Outside of hair and skin, self-care also includes staying active. I make time for exercise, whether that’s going to the gym or just doing some push-ups in my living room. It helps clear my mind and gives me more energy. I try my best to get enough sleep and stay hydrated—those are key to feeling good.
What three tips would you give men trying to start their self-care journey?
1. Start Small. Don’t feel like you have to do everything at once; there’s no need for an overhaul. Start with simple things like drinking more water or setting up a basic skincare & hair care routine.
2. Be Consistent. The most important thing is to be consistent. Even small habits can make a big difference if you stick with them.
3. Know Yourself. Pay attention to what works for you. Everyone’s different, so find what makes you feel your best and go with that.
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Summer is the season of renewed possibility and new hairstyle trends.
Although it is common to wear curls and kinks in protective styles for vacations or pool days, there are other ways to upgrade the typical summer style.
People who are interested in using their curls to try new trends have many to choose from. This season has been notably softer than past years allowing most women to channel their inner muse by incorporating feminine accessories like bows or floral accessories.
Here are 18 flowered hairstyles to try this summer:
1. Flowered Braided Baldie
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This season’s trendiest style keeps getting more chic. Women ready to try the risque braided baldie hairdo can soften the style with a braided flower design complimented by decorative flowers for extra added flare.
2. Rose Barrell Cornrows
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Traditional cornrows are known to provide protection for kinks and curls, but rose barrel ends take this style to new heights. This pretty and protective style is sure to turn heads.
3. Cleo’s Cornrows
These versatile cornrows are able to be styled in a fishtail braid or a bun and complemented by blossoming flowers for an extra feminine touch.
4. Space Buns in Bloom
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Stitch braid space buns are the best style to wear during the heat. Dressing these braids with flower accessories allows any woman wearing this style to embody the vacation aesthetic perfect for summer.
5. Blossoming Bubble Ponytail
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Stylists can upgrade their bubble ponytails by adding flowers to create an ethereal aesthetic. Women with 4C hair can frolic through the summer season with their trendy ponytails in the wind.
6. Pineapple + Flowers
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Loose naturals aiming to enhance their up-do’s with floral accessories can try styling their curls in a pineapple puff. A pineapple gives women the ability to hide flower stems, both real and fake, leaving the appearance of a built-in flower crown.
7. Flower Stem Singles
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Women interested in taking their ‘green thumb’ and love for nature to the next level will love these Flower Stem SIngles. These dark green braids are a subtle and elegant way to incorporate a cute color change that transitions into a beautiful bouquet.
8. Bantu Knot Flower Crown
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Creating flower crowns with natural hair is simple with Bantu knots. Women who want to protect their edges from humidity can style their afros in a cute half-afro, half-bantu-knot flower crown.
9. Aromatic Afros
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Kinky-haired women have the perfect texture to secure flowers in any style, and an afro is no exception. Minimal styling is involved, and maximum beauty is achieved.
10. Rose Tower Top Knot
Skai Jackson’s avant-garde Rose Tower Top Knot is a flawless example of a flower-inspired hairstyle. This simple yet elegant hairdo is exactly what the trendiest woman needs for her next photoshoot.
11. Double Flower Claw Clip on Box Braids
The hibiscus flower claw clip going viral is exactly what happens when two trends collide. Women obsessed with wearing claw clips and want to participate in this season’s floral trend can try these pastel claw clips on loose curls or box braids.
12. Half-up Half Down
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Braid lovers and use bold flowers to accentuate a simple half-up, half-down style.
13. Daisy Dutch Braids
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Turn classic Dutch braids into daisy Dutch braids this season. Stylists can incorporate flowers and other greenery in this quick and easy style to keep up with this summer’s floral trends.
14. Messy Loc Bun with Flowers
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Who says a messy bun can’t be trendy? Ladies can style their locs in a messy bun with faux bangs and accessorize with their favorite flower for this lazy day upgrade.
15. Garden of Knots
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Locs will always create the most voluminous bantu knots. Women who innovate the style with flowers or trendy floral accessories to this style will look like they stepped straight out of the garden of Eden and onto the streets — ready to own their ethereal light.
16. Botanical High-Bun
This elegant high bun is perfect for any formal occasion.
17. Majestic Mohawks
Mohawks looks voluminous regardless of texture, this simple style looks amazing with floral accessories. Perfect for 4c hair.
18. Low-down daisy ponytail
Slick-back buns have never looked better until they were decorated in flowers. Decorating your ponytail with flowers is the quickest way to jazz up the style.
Flowers and floral-inspired accessories will complement any style regardless of texture. People searching for soft and trendy accessories this summer can finally stop and smell the roses because flowers are everywhere.
Try one of these flowered hair-dos to find your new favorite summer style!
When Monteria Johnson, also known as Tookie, posted her innovative Braided Baldie hairstyle, she did not expect it to go viral.
Summer is always the perfect time for stylists to premiere their best-braided designs, such as tribal braids and other protective styles like Bantu knots. Johnson has definitely left her mark this season by creating a viral hairdo that is now infiltrating salon suites everywhere.
Johnson didn’t even expect to become a hairstylist during her formative years of learning how to become a master braider many would come to know her as. Growing up in old-school style salons inspired her first business — Natural Hair Flows.
Her mission of joining the California Make-U and Hairstylist Guild led her on a journey of rebranding Natural Hair Flows into her current brand, Tookie Did It.
The Braided Baldies Goes Viral
Although Johnson’s brand was already popular, she only expected her viewers to see the Braided Baldie style and think it was up to par with her other works. However, the viral response she received helped her reflect on how she enjoys using social media as a tool to find inspiration and help inspire other stylists.
“We all get inspiration from somewhere,” Johnson said. “ If I can inspire other people to be more creative, then it’s just making the world better.”
Johnson’s first attempt at the style came after a client from Chicago requested freestyle design braids. During the pairs search for inspiration, they came across a beehive braid pattern, which is typically used for sew-ins. From there, Johnson’s creativity began to sore.
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“I was just thinking about the old school aspect of it and then also thinking about [creating] something new because everybody is wearing all the same styles,” Johnson said.
The following day, one of her regulars who saw the first attempt requested the same style with the addition of a heart design. Johnson agreed and committed to creating one continuous braid full of design. Her second attempt at the style is ultimately what went viral and thus the ‘Braided Baldie’ was born.
Her first two Braided Baldhead videos garnered over 4 million views on TikTok and over 200K likes on Instagram combined.
“I wasn’t trying to invent anything because the style, in my opinion, had already been done multiple times,” Johnson said. “ I just put my spin on it.”
Those interested in trying the Braided Baldie style can expect their tresses to be tucked away into one continuous braid that curves and contorts into hearts, crosses, stars, zig-zags or all of those designs all at once. The end of the braid is usually tucked into another, creating a ‘bald’ appearance.
How to Wear The Braided Baldie
Johnson wants people who are apprehensive about trying this style to remember that confidence is key. She believes if you have confidence anything can look good and this one key factor is what contributes to a lot of styles becoming “trendy.”
“It’s because of the energy and the vibe. That’s why I believe it’s really just your attitude and confidence that give you the ability to rock anything,” Johnson said.
She believes this same confidence is what played a role in propelling the Braided Baldie style to viral heights. In her video, Johnson can be heard hyping her design and sending positive affirmations into the universe, claiming that this style would be the style of the summer.
“I definitely feel like this is going to be this summer’s hairstyle,” Johnson said in her viral TikTok video. “This is 2024, all summer, it doesn’t matter how you get it braided, but the braided bald head needs to be the style for the summer.”
The design savvy stylist asserts hair is a means of expression and Black women everywhere should be able to turn heads in this style if they choose. Johnson also wants to challenge other stylist to be creative and set new trends so they don’t get bored in their craft.
“You can take what I’ve done, recreate it and make it your own,” Johnson said.
Tookie’s Tips for Stylists
Here are Tookie’s four guiding principles for stylist who want to add the Braided Baldie to their services:
- Start the creative process early — ask clients questions about designs they like and dislike
- Draw or visualize designs before braiding — having a reference point will help stylist determine where braids will begin or end
- Be intentional with your design — there should be no straight lines. Usually when braids start on one side of the head, it will end on the other.
- Consistency is crucial — keep the same thickness throughout all braids.
Braids are more than a stylistic expression. Before slaves braid rice into cornrows for those seeking freedom and refuge, their African ancestors used braids to identify tribes, social statuses, and even ages.
Fulani braids, created by the West African Fula Tribe, are a tribal braid style that has been widely popularized in recent years. They are characterized by their unique cornrow patterns in the front, which usually include a few forward-facing braids and individual box braids or corn rows in the back. Lately, many stylists have also been innovating the style by using curly hair to create bohemian-inspired Fulani braids. However, Fulani braids are not the only type of tribal braid.
Here is a round-up of 18 tribal braid styles to show braiders when trying new summer styles:
1. Cross-over Fulani Braids, With Curly Afro
This style provides a youthful take on the Fulani braid, with bob-length criss-cross braids in the front and an afro in the back. This afro-textured hair can be substituted with bundles or crochet hair of any texture.
2. Fulani Stitch Braided Bun
Women looking for versatility in their summer braids can try this style. The stitch braids curve to create an elegant pattern, complete with box braids in the back. This style can be worn in a bun, straight down or half-up half-down.
3. Bohemian Flip-over Fulani braids
The triangle design takes the trendy flip over to new heights. Women stuck on the classic Fulani braid style can expect compliments on this innovative tribal pattern.
4. Classic Fulani Braids
Fulani braids will never go out of style. Braiders can add curly hair to achieve the bohemian look or use more cross-over braids for a more intricate design.
5. Nubian Micro Feed-in’s
Despite what most people think, cornrows also originated in ancient African civilizations. These detailed tribal patterned braids are a perfect example of simple yet stylish tribal braids.
6. Side Swoop Fulani braids
Side-swoop Fulani braids have been the trendiest style this summer.
7. Freestyle Tribal Cornrows
Freestyle fulani cornrows offer clients a chance to stunt in a tribal design for half the time. It includes zig-zag braids, bohemian-style hair, and dramatic edges to complete the look.
8. Allante Braids
Smedium Allante braids are a gorgeous alternative to regular sitch braid cornrows. These braids feature a traditional Fulani pattern in the front with cross-over braids and parallel zig-zag braids in the back.
9. Fulani Stitch Braids with Small Knotless
These Fulani braids have a defined middle part, with two braids to compliment the face on either side. This style fits any woman trying tribal braids for the first time.
10. Zig-Zag Tribal Cornrows
The twists and turns in these braids are perfect for any woman with an experimental taste. Beaded to aesthetic perfection fit for an ethereal queen, these braids incorporate zig-zags, swirls and cross-over braids.
11. Nubian Cornrows
Women searching for the perfect vacation hairstyle should consider trying these Nubian Cornrows. These braids offer a sleek look with a simple design that is guaranteed to turn heads.
12. ‘One Tribe Fits All’ Braids
These bohemian Fulani braids are perfect for the simple yet stylish woman.
13. Alicia Keys Inspired Tribal Braids
Alicia Keys-inspired tribal braids will curve a woman’s curls in the right direction. This curvy pattern will definitely compliment gorgeous girls with round faces.
14. Ghana Braids
Ghana braids are known for their large size, and these bohemian-style goddess braids are no exception. This style is for girls who love a quick jumbo braid style.
15. Tribal Pin Curls and Braided Top Knot
Tribal pin curls add an extra layer of extravagance to this hairdo, perfect for a formal occasion. Who said tribal braids were just for vacation?
16. Triangle Tribal Twists
This is a cute alternative for women who prefer twists instead of braids.
17. Goddess Tribal Braids
Traditional tribal braids with a bohemian flare.
18. Crossover Fishbone Cornrows
It is a complicated yet cute tribal style for all the women ready to pop out in braid art that most probably hasn’t seen yet.
Which tribal style would you try this season? Post a picture and tag us @NaturallyCurly so we can see how you stunt in the summer heat!
Hair care is not just for women. Summer is in full swing, and changing your hair is equally important as finding the perfect outfit—no matter the occasion.
Luckily for men with bouncy curls, long tresses, or luscious locks, they can try a wide variety of styles throughout the summer to stay fly while protecting their hair from the harsh humidity.
Men looking for new ways to style their hair are in luck; here are 28 hairstyles to try this summer season:
Braided Styles
1. Stitch Braids
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Stitch parting, complimented by a snake design, offers a fresh look for a hairdo that will never go out of style.
2. Tribal Cornrows
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Sleek tribal cornrows long enough to fit into a ponytail are perfect for men with long tresses on top and fades on the sides.
3. Diamond Part Pop Smoke Braids
These diamond-parted pop smoke braids provide clients with an innovative take on a New York classic.
4. Kaimikaze Braids
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Men searching for intricate designs will love the kamikaze braid design because it creates an explosive pattern of braids; this style can also be done in a twist.
5. Versace Braids
Versace braids put the ‘style’ in hairstyle, these braids are inspired by the luxury brand fit for any man equip with a fresh outfit for the night.
6. Fishbone Braids
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Long-lasting fishbone braids create an elaborate pattern, woven into as many cornrows as desired.
7. Jumbo Plaits
Jumbo plaits are the epitome of a quick and simple style, with luscious curls parted into juicy plaits that are perfect for any texture in any season.
8. French Braids
French braids is a must-try style for the summer season, this easy hairdo looks sleek regardless of hair texture and is bound to frame the face nicely.
9. Reverse cornrows
These trendy braids are sure to gather compliments; reverse cornrows are good for keeping hair off the neck during the summer heat.
Twist Styles
10. Triangle Part Two Strand Twist
Triangle Two Strand Twist is a dynamically stylish twist on stereotypical box parts.
11. Invisible Locs
This style is perfect for men wanting to try locs without the commitment.
12. Two Strand Twist with Stitch Braids
A taper and line-up, complimented by sleek stitch braids, are perfect for pulling the hair back into a head full of breathable mini twists.
13. Flat Twist
Simple flat twists are a quick protective style and can be innovated with dynamic parting for men with thick hair.
14. Bantu Knots
Curly kings will love styling their hair in Bantu Knots to keep their hair off their necks during the summer heat; the knots can be taken down to reveal voluminous curls afterward.
15. Box twist with extensions
Box twist styled into barrels showcases the versatility of twist and is another alternative for men wanting to try loc-inspired hairstyles.
Loc Styles
16. Barrel Twist
Men with locs can pull their hair back and show their face in the summer sun with a classic barrel twist.
17. Top Knot
Up-do’s are a summertime must, and locs of any length will look fashionable in a loc top knot ponytail.
18. Fishtail Ponytail
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Fishtail ponytails provide an elegant and intricate take on a low ponytail, making it an ideal style for a night out this season.
19. Three Strand Twist with Barrel Ends
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Those rocking medium length locs can never go wrong with three strand twist, the combination helps make their scalp more breathable complimented by stylish barrel knot ends.
20. Jumbo Ropes with Broom Tips
Risk takers will love this edgy take on jumbo twist, broom tip spiked ends are sure to be a head turner.
21. Loc Spirals
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These bold loc spirals create a breathable, dynamic design without invoking the typical twist and ponytail style bases.
22. Loc Bun
Keeping locs out of sight and out of mind during summer heat waves is easy to achieve with a low bun.
23. Plaited Half-up, Half-down
The classic half-up, half-down style will never disappoint and can be achieve through locs, plaits as well as twist.
Loose Natural Styles
24. Finger Coils
Finger coils are the ultimate wash day style, quickly achievable through the leave-in, oil and cream method. This easy hairdo is ideal for men on the go.
25. High-top Comb Coils
Comb coils take finger coils to new heights. Men with thick tresses will enjoy these corkscrew curls, regardless of texture.
26. Slicked Back Low Ponytail
This classic, sleek style is suitable for any occasion.
27. Messy bun with a taper fade
Men with fresh line-ups and no motivation to style their curls are in luck, messy buns will never go out of fashion.
28. Head wrap
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Turban headwraps are perfect for those summer days when styling bouncy curls or kinky coils is simply too much.
Contrary to popular belief, men can try the same variety of hairstyles as women. When was the last time a man in your life tried a different hairstyle?
Try one of the featured styles, post a picture, and tag @naturallycurly on Instagram to show us your new summer style!
To be queer in the Black hair care industry is to be a trendsetter. Modern icons such as Billy Porter, Lavern Cox, Lena Waithe and Ru Paul helped normalize what it means to embrace the beauty in Black queerness despite industry standards traditionally favoring stereotypical white beauty.
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Hair care is one of the few ways queer people can openly express their sexuality through their style, aside from clothing. However, they have historically faced ridicule in spaces where they’ve dared to be open.
Many queer people have been refused service, discriminated against, or treated poorly in beauty spaces that are supposed to be designed to help them feel like the best version of themselves.
As the beauty industry has become more accepting, it has become increasingly important to ensure there are inclusive places where queer people can receive hair care without judgment because they deserve to feel just as beautiful as their heterosexual cis-gendered counterparts — no questions asked.
Here are 12 BIPOC-owned queer-friendly salons and barbershops aiming to create safe places for LGBTQIA+ individuals in the beauty industry:
1. Alternativee Hair — London, UK
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Not only is Lois, the salon stylist behind Alternativee Hair, known for going viral on Tik Tok; she’s also known for specializing in queer hair care and beauty. Lois specializes in creating alternative designs and creative color work for curls of every texture. Alternative Hair also provides other natural hair care services such as silk presses, loc maintenance, Bantu knots, and more.
2. Benders Collective — Long Beach, California
Benders Collective, previously known as Salon Bender, is a curated experience fit for people seeking hair care and holistic wellness. The Hispanic woman-owned queer-friendly salon was created by Jessie Santiago, a hair artist with over 20 years in the beauty industry. Benders Collective offers ritualistic hair cuts, hair color, scalp care, meditation, somatic therapy, and other wellness services.
3. Cabello Hair Studio — Portland, Oregon
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Portland’s Cabello Studio Hair Salon is a Hispanic queer-owned plant-based sustainable hair salon. The owner of Cabello, Jonathan Bermudez, works with two other licensed professionals to create hair colors and haircuts customized for every client.
In addition to tailor-made experiences for every client, Bermudez has created the Cabello Foil, “ a unique brand of foils with a message of love in a variety of custom prints and color combinations.”
4. Camera Ready Kutz — Brooklyn, New York
Brooklyn-based Camera Ready Kutz is a queer-focused, Black woman-owned barbershop that wants to rewrite the history of LGBTQIA+ individuals who fear for their safety and receive less-than-satisfactory grooming treatment in the hair care space.
After Khane Kutzwell experienced her beauty salon peers being discriminatory to her clientele, she created Camera Ready Kutz in 2007. Camera Ready Kutz offers many barbershop services, such as tappers, line-up loc maintenance, twist and braid sets, big chops, and facials.
5. Coastal Curls — Oakland, California
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Those with textured hair can expect nothing less than the best from salon stylists at Oakland’s Coastal Curl salon, regardless of where they are in their natural hair journey. The Black and queer-owned holistic hair care oasis prides itself on being a multicultural community where hair care and healing happen simultaneously.
In addition to focusing on making clients feel like the best version of themselves, Coastal Curl is also concerned with supporting small, local, and BIPOC businesses that create organic, sustainable products in the United States.
6. Good Hair — Austin, Texas
Good Hair Company is a queer Black-owned multi-texture salon located in Austin, Texas. Since it was founded in 2017, Good Hair Co. has been dedicated to providing holistic hair care by creating a socially conscious and inclusive space. Salon specialties include curly cuts, textured styles, custom colors, and various treatments.
Customers can also expect their stylists to use sustainable vegan products to minimize the negative impacts of hair care on the planet. “All hair textured are welcomed and cherished” at Austin’s Good Hair Company.
7. Kindred Kuts — Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Kindred Kuts is the only queer barbershop in Amsterdam, Netherlands — and it’s Black-owned. The European-based barbershop’s mission “is to disrupt the traditional hetero-male barber industry by creating a space that is gender non-conforming and accepting of trans, enby and non-binary [people], especially Black and POC queer persons.” All textures and lengths are welcome, but Kindred Kuts barbers specialize in short hair.
8. The Grain Midtown — Atlanta, Georgia
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When Perry Meeks opened Atlanta’s first openly queer barbershop, it was bound to be a hit. With services fit for celebrities and the everyday person a like, all LGBTQIA+ people will have their hair care needs taken care of while feeling comfortable at The Grain Midtown. According to the salon’s Instagram page, The Grain is a full-service salon that offers standard barbershop services, loc maintenance, natural hair services such as braids, wig installs, and nail services.
9. The Lady Clipper — Washington, D.C
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The Lady Clipper is an all-inclusive black-woman-owned and operated salon in Washington, D.C. All six women barbers working at the D.C.-based shop have separate specialties; however, there is a stylist to meet every need imaginable. The Lady Clipper offers natural hair, creative color, tight fades, and crisp lines—clients are guaranteed to leave the salon confident.
10. The Tall Poppy Hair Studio — Cincinnati, Ohio
Owner Lyly Weekes and co-stylist Jessica Turkawski created The Tall Poppy Hair Studio and Gallery in Cincinnati for queer individuals to relax and heal through hair care. Weekes has over 14 years of experience and specializes in precision cuts and color. Turkawski provides vivid color services for brow and haircut transformations.
11. SheKenKut NYC — Brooklyn, New York
SheKenKut, a Black-owned queer barbershop, started at a mobile salon and grew into a space where queer people can come together over fresh cuts and community events. Queer individuals looking for a quality cut or color work done in Brooklyn will feel at home at the SheKenKut barbershop.
12. United Grooming — Oakland, California
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Queer individuals in Oakland can visit United Grooming for all their barbershop needs. United Grooming’s Salon Bill of Rights ensures clients will be respected and comfortable while receiving high-quality services. This concrete commitment asserts there is no room for racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, ableism, or any form of hatefulness at the barbershop. All haircuts are customized to fit each client’s preferred style, face shape, hair texture, and hair density.
Think about what inclusion in hair really means. Supporting hair salons and barbershops that aim to curate inclusive experiences helps combat harmful behavior against LGBTQIA+ individuals seen in the beauty space. Queer people should be able to feel pride in their looks all year long — not just during June.
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