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PHOTO: Zahara's Blue 'Do

Huffington Post | Julee Wilson | Posted 05.12.2012 | Black Voices

Zahara Jolie-Pitt is showing off her colorful side with a brand new 'do. Brad and Angelina's 7-year-old little girl was spotted with bright blue h...

A Night to Remember

Anthony Dickey | Posted 05.05.2012 | Black Voices
Anthony Dickey

I have had the privilege of helping many women transition from relaxing their hair to going natural, and I can tell you what an emotional experience it is. For many, it is the first time in years that they have seen their real hair.

PHOTOS: Tracee Ellis Ross Covers Uptown 'Hollywood' Issue

Huffington Post | Julee Wilson | Posted 05.01.2012 | Black Voices

Oh, how we love Tracee Ellis Ross! Her voluminous hair, her sensational style, her superb acting, her big heart...we could go on and on. Our major...

Thandie Goes Au Natural For Her Daughters (PHOTOS)

Huffington Post | Julee Wilson | Posted 03.15.2012 | Black Voices

Thanks to Viola Davis' bold and beautiful natural 'do at the Oscars, the media is now on curl patrol--scoping out any and all curly-topped actress of ...

The Transition Decision

Latham Thomas | Posted 04.16.2012 | Black Voices
Latham Thomas

As a wellness and lifestyle expert, my main function is to help clients embrace a healthy lifestyle. I notice that even your hairstyle can have an adverse effect on your overall heath.

PHOTO: Viola Davis' High Fashion Shoot

Huffington Post | Julee Wilson | Posted 04.07.2012 | Black Voices

Viola Davis looks stunning in her short natural hair decked out in elegant designer ensembles for the current issue of L.A. Times Magazine. Althou...

Are Hair Extensions Deadly?

Huffington Post | Julee Wilson | Posted 04.03.2012 | Black Voices

Can hair extensions actually kill you? That's what a doctor in London is speculating after Atasha Graham, 34, died from a possible allergic reactio...

WATCH: 'In Our Heads About Our Hair' Trailer

Huffington Post | Julee Wilson | Posted 03.26.2012 | Black Voices

Our hair never fails to spark conversation, comedy and sometimes controversy. Chris Rock's film "Good Hair" was a entertaining look at the issues ...

The Roots Of Beauty: Peggy Dillard Toone

Karim Orange | Posted 03.25.2012 | Style
Karim Orange

Peggy Dillard Toone consumes you with a robust grace the moment you hear her voice. Her voice is soft and delicate, but her spirit is sturdy and strong.

WATCH: "Sh-t Relaxed Girls Say To Natural Girls"

Huffington Post | Julee Wilson | Posted 01.10.2012 | Black Voices

These "shit-so-and-so-say-to-so-and-so" videos just keep coming and so do the laughs! This one is by CharyJay a popular natural hair YouTuber who...

Natural Hair Numbers Growing!

Huffington Post | Julee Wilson | Posted 02.29.2012 | Black Voices

Whether we like it or not, African-American hair is still a hot topic. The fascination, debate, discussion (or whatever you'd like to call it) aro...

PHOTOS: Zahara Jolie-Pitt Gets Hair Extensions?

Huffington Post | Julee Wilson | Posted 12.19.2011 | Black Voices

Zahara Jolie-Pitt is growing up before our eyes and so is her hair. Brad and Angelina's adorable daughter is now sporting braided extensions. Acco...

Hair Me Out: The Road to Growing an Afro

Karim Orange | Posted 02.14.2012 | Black Voices
Karim Orange

I decided to let my hair grow out until next summer. My goal was to maximize growth and minimize dryness and breakage while growing my afro. Before I get started, I took the time to discuss my options with three different trusted hair specialists and here is the advice I received.

A Headwrap Tutorial with Busayo

Franchesca Ramsey | Posted 02.07.2012 | Black Voices
Franchesca Ramsey

Designer Busayo and I have done a series of hair wrap tutorials together using some of her fabrics to show women how to fuse traditional Ankara patterns and wraps with their own personal style.

WATCH: Dr. Drew Talks Natural Hair (VIDEO)

Huffington Post | Julee Wilson | Posted 11.19.2011 | Black Voices

The "good hair" debate has reached a new level--national television. It's one thing to hear the issue discussed on BET (or even from the Old Spice guy...

The Hair Chronicles: 30 Days of LJ (Week 4)

Huffington Post | Julee Wilson | Posted 12.10.2011 | Black Voices

We'd like to introduce you to the fabulous Ms. Lucette Jefferson (aka LJ), HuffPost BlackVoices' blog editor and community manager. Aside from bein...

Rebecca Carroll

When Little Girl's Hair Goes Wrong At Hands Of Dad

HuffingtonPost.com | Rebecca Carroll | Posted 11.22.2011 | Black Voices

It's an idealized image that'll get you every time: a dad and a daughter sitting on the stoop of a brownstone -- daughter on the lower step, dad on th...

WATCH: Guinness Finds The Largest Afro In The World!

Gene Demby | Posted 11.22.2011 | Black Voices

Lots of women with natural hair lament the upkeep involved to keep their hair looking fly. But the logistics of their haircare ain't got nothing on Ae...

Why Pi Nappa Kappa Isn't Necessary

Bené Viera | Posted 11.09.2011 | Black Voices
Bené Viera

While I respect the commitment to serving the women in the natural hair community, Pi Nappa Kappa may have missed the mark as a sorority.

4 Fabulous Hairdo How-To's (VIDEO)

Posted 11.02.2011 | Black Voices

Labor Day is deemed the unofficial end of summer, but Fall marks the official season of change and renewal. This is the perfect time to breakout of an...

Julee Wilson

Will You Pledge Pi Nappa Kappa? (POLL)

HuffingtonPost.com | Julee Wilson | Posted 10.30.2011 | Black Voices

If the sorority Pi Nappa Kappa doesn't sound familiar to you, you're not alone. The group was founded earlier this summer by Leola Anifowoshe, the...

Julee Wilson

Split Ends: A "Naturals" vs. "The Relaxers" Roundtable (VIDEO)

HuffingtonPost.com | Julee Wilson | Posted 10.19.2011 | Black Voices

Black hair has always been a point of discussion and contention. Blogs are abuzz. Even the TSA is giving black hair extra scrutiny. It seems a lin...

Esperanza Spalding On The Cover Of 'T' Magazine

T Magazine | Posted 10.18.2011 | Black Voices

The Grammy Award-winning jazz bassist and singer talks to T magazine about her low-key life and making music after winning a Grammy. ...

Again, 'Please Don't Pet Me'

xoJane.com | Posted 10.17.2011 | Black Voices

"As fluffy and fun and fabulous as my hair might appear to be (and it is all of those things), I’m not a poodle." By Patrice Grell Yursik ...

Why I'm Glad My Mother Didn't Relax My Hair

Baze Mpinja | Posted 10.15.2011 | Black Voices
Baze Mpinja

I've flip-flopped between processing my hair and letting it be because I've never viewed one style as being better than the other -- they're just different. And if I ever have a daughter of my own someday, that's exactly what I'll teach her.