Chocolate Films documentary, Afro Saxons blows the lid on Afro-hair competitions in the UK Mark Currie and Rachel Wang, the young principals of London based Chocolate Films, have produced and directed a sharp and funny observational documentary that follows four hair salons as they prepare for the biggest Afro-hair competition in the UK. The film […]
Hair and Beauty
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Hair Loss? Why not try a lace wig?
Studies show that hair loss amongst black women is on the increase. Whilst hair loss can occur due to medical reasons (hereditary, diffused, chemotherapy), the most common reasons for hair loss amongst black women is due to chemical processing or traction damage. A number of scientific studies have shown that women are more likely than […]
Want to grow a Fro?
Your questions answered How do I start to grow an Afro – do I need my haircut in a certain style beforehand? If your are starting to grow your Afro from a short haircut you must make sure you have a defined hair line – this can be done with clippers, you will need to […]
Celebrating the Afro the style
Celebrating the Afro the style that defined an era Have you ever wanted to have an Afro but wasn’t sure it was cool enough… think again! Celebrating the Afro the style that defined an era conjuring up images of Blaxploitation films, disco and funk. Today the ‘Fro’ can be seen on men , women, young […]
INTERVIEW: Taniqu Bennett Sleek Cosmetics
Taniqua Bennett, International Marketing Manager for Sleek Cosmetics talks about the All New Cosmetics Range from Sleek… You’re looking gorgeous, what make up are you wearing or do I even need to ask? (laughter) Sleek of course! – The All New Cosmetic Range. I am wearing our Perfect Match Stick Foundation in shade Terracotta, Translucent […]