Making Space

ep. 15: “beauty is pain” (African hair braiders, natural hair, and internalized racism)


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My good friends Destny and Damilola are back on the podcast to rant about our hair struggles. We share our negative experiences with African hair braiders and dissect the rules and unrealistic beauty standards surrounding black hair. We also talk about learning to take care of our natural hair and confront the unhealthy social standards that women face.

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I’d love to hear what you think about our conversation! Let me know your thoughts on Instagram or reach out via email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]


Previous episodes:

ep. 01: natural hair and the struggle of being a black girl in the American school system (ft. Damilola)

ep. 03: a beginner's guide to cultivating a joyful life (ft. Destny)

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Making SpaceBy Danielle Nwosa