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Our Curl Communities project delves into the diverse experiences of people with curly hair. The curly hair movement may have grown in recent years, but brands are still regularly misunderstanding the challenges different people face in their individual curly hair journeys. Despite a renewed focus on curly hair, the world still views beauty through a Eurocentric lens. That's why we've created the project. What Curl Communities offers: ➡ It puts the voices of those with curly hair at the centre, exploring what having curly hair really means to them and recognising the diversity of experience. ➡ An understanding of the relationship between hair and identity, and the role of family and friends in the curl journey. ➡ Uncovers the challenges they face and what today's brands are missing. ➡ Provides an in-depth understanding of how brands can create a more inclusive environment for the myriad of curly hair types and experiences. To find out more, contact us here https://lnkd.in/dQPVePHq #curlyhairmovement #curlcommunities #haircare

Happy #HairCareFriday, friends! ✂️❤️ Today we want to tackle navigating kid's haircut choices. We've all been there – when your kiddo wants a haircut that doesn't quite match your vision. Here are some tips on how to handle it with grace: 🤝Listen & Compromise: This is a great chance for an open conversation! Listen to why they want the haircut they do. While it might not align with your idea, finding a middle ground can lead to a style that makes both of you happy. 💬Explore Options Together: Explore different styles together. Browse hair inspiration online or in magazines as a team. This can help your child understand various options while allowing you to express your preferences too. Teaching Decision-Making: Use this as a chance to teach decision-making. Discuss the pros and cons of different styles, length, and maintenance needs. Encourage them to weigh these factors, helping them make a choice they might appreciate later! Remember, hair grows back and this is a valuable opportunity for growth, compromise, and mutual understanding. Cheers to embracing their individuality while nurturing your bond!✨ #tips #parenting #kidssalon #haircare #childrenssalon #shearmadness

A big part of wash day—usually on a #SelfCareSunday—is finding products that not only care for our beautiful tresses but also keep our scalp happy. Although the haircare industry has experienced a rise in representation and inclusivity in recent years, there remains a gap in products, especially for Black and Brown children with developing textured hair. For example, why are baby aisles in mass retailers filled with so many 2-in-1 and all-in-one options like Body Wash + Shampoo or Shampoo + Conditioner? Find out how PROUDLY • for melanated babies is shaking up the baby haircare industry with products that nourish our babies' developing curls, coils, and waves. https://lnkd.in/emY58hkS #BrownStyleMagazine #SoulfulSoftLife #haircare #haircareproducts #blackhair

Driving Innovation in Organic Hair Care for Type 4 Hair. As a passionate advocate for the Type 4 hair community, I find great joy in sharing my expertise in design thinking with the community. Throughout my preparation for this presentation, I couldn't help but reflect on the potential for design thinking to drive growth within the organic hair care industry, specifically tailored to meet the needs of Type 4 hair. The Type 4 textured hair type presents unique complexities, and I'm committed to leveraging my skills as a certified organic hair care formulator and brand strategist to empower small businesses in catering to this underserved market. My vision is to assist small hair care businesses in formulating products that address the intricate requirements of Type 4 hair, such as porosity, texture, and scalp health while considering the impact of diverse weather conditions. By embracing design thinking principles, we can gain a deeper understanding of the experiences, needs, and desires of the Type 4 hair community, ultimately crafting products that truly work for them. Join me on this journey to unlock the untapped potential of the Type 4 hair market through thoughtful design and innovation. #OrganicHairCare #DesignThinking #Type4HairCommunity 💁🏾♀️

Happy Crown Day! 🎉👑 Today, we celebrate the beauty, strength, and diversity of natural hair. It's more than just a day; it's a movement that underscores the importance of embracing and honoring our natural hair textures and styles. As we recognize this special day, it's essential to highlight the need for equitable access to hair care products, especially in healthcare settings. Providing the right hair care products for all hair types isn't just about convenience—it's about dignity, respect, and inclusive care. When patients feel seen and valued, their engagement and satisfaction with their care improve significantly. The role of the supply chain in procuring diverse hair care products cannot be overstated. By ensuring a variety of hair care products are readily available, supply chain professionals play a critical part in fostering an inclusive environment and increasing patient experience. This not only supports patient well-being but also demonstrates a commitment to equity and respect for all individuals. Let's continue to advocate for and implement inclusive practices that ensure everyone, regardless of hair type, feels their best. Happy Crown Day to all! 🌟 #CrownDay #Inclusivity #SupplyChain #SupplierDiversity #PatientExperience #HealthEquity #NaturalHair #TEG #TheExeterGroup

What I would do if I was Beyonce.. Beyonce has officially become a beauty founder, dipping her fingers into the haircare space. Surely she can sell anything — she's BEYONCE! However, there's just one slight problem.. over the past 2 decades or so, Beyonce has been an advocate for wearing showbiz wigs and extensions. To suddenly drop a haircare line was not only a shock, but also somewhat questionable to many consumers speculating the star's genuine passion for hair care. After all, isn't this an A-list celeb who wears four-figure hair extensions? Due to the backlash of her track record for wearing wigs & extensions, Beyonce took it upon herself to publish an IG video of her natural locks to prove to everyone that her hair IS natural, long, and healthy. The star also mentioned that she and her hairdresser mother, Tina, have been working on the brand, Cecred, for the past few years perfecting the formula. So, where did Beyonce go wrong? She began her natural hair campaign far too late. Her audiences weren't aware of her hair health, hence why there was absolutely no demand for her to drop a haircare line. If the brand has been in formulation for the past few years, Beyonce should've been dropping hair-related content AGES ago, showcasing her haircare routine and giving insight into her beauty regime on a regular basis to the point where we were GAGGING for her beauty secrets and waiting on her to bring something out. These days, consumers can tell the difference between celebrity owned brands and smaller brands with a story, and consumers are choosing smaller brands every time. The issue with celebs always dropping beauty brands is: They have too much money, therefore waste too much money. They aren't well connected enough with their consumers. What are your thoughts? #beautyindustry #beauty #haircare #beyonce #branding

You can’t argue with a 3 year old. At lunch today, as my daughter was finishing up her sandwich, I reminded her that she still had her crusts left. I’m sure you can all guess what (little white lie) was said as a result.  ‘Did you know that if you eat your crusts, your hair will grow curly?' To which she responds, ‘Mum, I don’t want curly hair, curly hair is not my brand'. 😳 What a solid argument from a toddler! She made an excellent point, I was dumbfounded and impressed. (Yes this is true, yes she is 3 and yes the crusts ended up in the bin) In the world of brand, whether that be business or personal, we should always be clear on who we are and what we're not. ❌ Don't try to be for everyone or look like someone you're not. ✔ Own your skills and be clear on what you do/can offer. #branding #personalbranding #branddesign #brandidentitydesign

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Through my work, I’ve had the opportunity to dig deeper into issues that impact many women – myself included – with the goal of finding ways to support one another.  Changing beauty norms and ideals is so important but at the same time, so hard to do. It's a constant 'chipping away' at things that were so deeply engrained in us from an early age. Recent Dove research uncovered that 9 in 10 women feel pressure to style their hair according to society's expectations. Sounds crazy, but it's believable. I know firsthand what that pressure feels like and have heard women of many backgrounds discuss their hair in ways that reflect this statistic and an impulse to conform, as well. As a community with diverse hair profiles, this pressure is deeply felt among Latinas, who have been responding by using their voices to champion hair self-expression – especially on social media. To celebrate these efforts and continue to drive the conversation, Dove has launched #MyHairAMiModo. #MyHairAMiModo is all about embracing the power of hair self-expression and celebrating hair diversity. To elevate this message, last week, Dove hosted its very first #MyHairAMiModo Masterclass in partnership with Christine Gutierrez, a prominent self-esteem expert, and Ona Diaz-Santin, a renowned hairstylist and a pioneer in elevating the conversation surrounding hair self-expression within the community.  The masterclass was a beautiful way to kick off our initiative before going live with an exciting partnership that is central to our campaign – one that will help our message go farther and wider. Dove teamed up with Li Saumet from Bomba Estéreo to re-record their viral hit “Soy Yo” with updated verses that speak directly to hair positivity, with a new music video that truly captures what #MyHairAMiModo is all about.  Join us in celebrating the beauty of all hair. Together, let’s say “no” to limiting societal expectations so we can say “yes” to #MyHairAMiModo. Visit Dove.com/myhairamimodo and follow along on TikTok!    #MyHairAMiModo #Dove #LetsChangeBeauty #Unilever #Haircare #UniquelyUnilever     Campaign Strategy & Creative: Media.Monks  PR & Earned: Edelman  Influencer: Collectively  Paid Media: Mindshare 

More hair = More babymaking! In 2020, I let my hair grow out. My wife really liked it... and then in 2021 we had our first baby! So naturally, I drew a chart and built a forecasting formula as you can see in the graphic. But the problem is that the hair had nothing to do with having the baby. That's a spurious correlation. Anyone who has kids knows that there's a whole lot more to it than that... most of the time anyway! ;) Statisticians explain this by saying: "Correlation does not equal causation"... but I like to think of it in more applied terms: "More hair does not necessarily mean more babies!" The best way to avoid this kind of mistake is to make sure you've got a good BS meter or check-in with an expert in your modeling. Next time you hear "correlation does not equal causation", remember this more practical phrase instead. "more hair does not necessarily mean more babies" You can thank me later! (yes, we had kids quite late in life) www.BetterForecasting.com #forecasting #covidhair #badforecasting