African American hair

[Lady of Pearl]

I think most models and entertainers wear wigs and weaves and it is not just unique to African Americans. There are just as many White entertainers and models who wear them as well. Unfortunately there is a standard in this country which believes that straight hair is somehow more acceptable than natural or curly hair be it worn on a Black person or White person. I have freed myself from chemicals which break the hair off and refuse to pay over 50 dollars to a stylist who is only interested in doing heads to make money. Therefore I afford myself the versatility of wearing my hair natural or straightened. I do it myself-- for I know my hair better than some stylist who isn't a personal friend of mine; only schedules appointments when its convenient for them, and who only wants to make a quick buck off of me.

[Honeykiss1974]

Originally Posted by Lady of Pearl

I think most models and entertainers wear wigs and weaves and it is not just unique to African Americans. There are just as many White entertainers and models who wear them as well. .

So true. This weekend I was watching QVC and they were selling the Jessica Simpson line of extentions. They were going like hotcakes at a $100 a pop.

I think many will be suprised by many causcasian females who wear wigs who are not in the entertaimment business. Be it for appearance, medical or personal reasons.