I must say a good sew-in weave is one of my go-tos for protective styling! I love the versatility that they provide--I can go long, short, or anything in between. But do you know who we have to thank for introducing this ground-breaking concept of hair styling to the masses? Allow
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Meet Septima Poinsette Clark, Champion for Citizenship Education
Meet unsung hero Septima Poinsette Clark, a pioneer in grassroots citizenship education! Clark was born May 3, 1898 in Charleston, SC, the daughter of a former slave and laundry woman. She graduated from secondary school in 1916, passed her teacher's exam, and taught at a black school on Johns Island outside of
Toni Morrison is 85 Today!
Happy 85th Birthday to the phenomenal Toni Morrison! Toni Morrison is one of the most celebrated contemporary novelist. Known for her vivid story telling and intricate themes, Morrison's various works have received critical acclaim. Her best known novels are The Bluest Eye (1970), Sula (1973), Song of Solomon (1977), and Beloved
Before Madame C.J. Walker There Was Annie Turnbo Malone
Meet Jean-Baptiste Pointe DuSable: Founder of Chicago
Meet Robert Sengstacke Abbott, Founder of the “Chicago Defender”
Robert S. Abbott was born in St. Simons Island, Georgia in 1870 to parents of former slaves. He studied the printer's trade at Hampton Institute (now Hampton University) form 1892-1896. Met with discrimination in the industry, Abbott studied law at Kent College in Chicago where he settled. However, once again
Beautable Online Beauty Portal Is Live!!!
www.Beautable.com Is scheduled to officially launch on January 18, 2016! The online retail store will feature a wide selection of hair and beauty products geared towards people of color. A number of notable beauty brands will be accessible on the site including, ORS, Design Essentials, Sheamoisture, and Milani. In addition,
Black-owned Businesses to Support
Have you pledged to support Black businesses this holiday season and beyond? Not only is Beautable a Black owned business, we proudly highlight products from Black owned companies on our store. Scotch Porter Brand With men’s grooming taking center stage, Scotch Porter’s line of facial hair products for men is right