Voices Behind the Crown: A Celebration of Black Hair

Voices Behind the Crown celebrates and uplifts the beauty, history, and culture of Black hair as part of Weave’s “Beautiful Hair Without the Scare” campaign.

About This Series

We launched this series during Black History Month 2026 to celebrate the beauty, diversity, and cultural significance of Black hair while challenging stigma and outdated narratives. By amplifying these stories, we aim to redefine how Black hair is seen and valued, confront societal pressures rooted in Eurocentric beauty standards, and champion a future where self-expression thrives free from harmful ingredients like formaldehyde. 

Share Your Story

Every crown has a story. People across the Black diaspora are invited to share their experiences, reflections, and hair journeys. Each story shared challenges harmful norms and helps shape a healthier future.

Watch the Stories 

Hear directly from the voices behind the crown. These stories reflect culture, identity, self-expression, and the many ways Black hair is styled and experienced.  

Watch Imani’s Story

Watch Jayla’s Story

 Watch Zari’s Story

            Watch Keianna’s Story

  Read Kemi’s Story

   Watch Deven’s Story

Voices Behind the Crown Blog

Read the written stories of the voices behind the crown. 

Voices Behind the Crown: A Guest Blog by Kemi Ajayi

Voices Behind the Crown: A Celebration of Black Hair By: Kemi Ajayi, Guest Blogger For Weave's Voices Behind the Crown: A Celebration of Black Hair series, we asked Kemi Ajayi to share her hair journey.    Are there any memories or experiences that shaped how you...