How does Trayvon Martin end up on trial for his own murder? Because Ms. Millie was in the jury box. Want more from an Afro State of Mind? Check out my book: Afro State Of Mind: Memories of A Nappy Headed Black Girl available on Amazon.com! Follow me on Twitter @LurieDFavors and like my page at Facebook.com/AfroStateOfMind … [Read more...]
Type 4 “Wash n Go” Maintenance
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As I previously discussed here (check the link for written discussion along with video), for Black women with hair described as kinky, coily, nappy or Type 4 (pick an adjective – any adjective!), the Wash n Go can be a bit controversial. For one thing there’s the fact that for this type of hair – it’s more of a “Wash n Go…and Comb Out Later.” Otherwise you can end … [Read more...]
Wash n Go? Or Wash n NO? Maybe both?
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Recently there's been a lot of discussion about whether or not women with Type 4 (i.e. kinky, nappy, coily) hair should wear "Wash n Go" styles. Wash n Go (or "WNG") is the type of style where you get in the shower, wet your hair, get out the shower, towel dry and then...just go. As in no real combing, a bit of styling but basically...shaking your hair out and hitting the … [Read more...]
Kickin’ It With the Kinks: Documentary Screening & Panel Discussion!
Ladies I am TOO excited to tell you about this event! Please see the official trailer for "Kickin' It With The Kinks" and the press release below! I am honored to be among the panelists for this event - join us and spread the word! “KICKIN’ IT WITH THE KINKS” NYC Premiere Screening of UK Documentary Nu Ade Enterprises in collaboration with … [Read more...]
It’s Bigger than India Arie’s Album Cover…
The controversy surrounding India Arie is bigger than her lighter skin on an album cover and her own personal choices. It says a lot more about where we are as a community - and where we are not. … [Read more...]