Ivory Coast Bans Wigs & Weaves from National Beauty Pageant

The Ivory Coast’s national beauty pageant, Miss Côte d’Ivoire 2025, has made history by banning wigs, weaves, and all hair extensions during the competition’s preselection stages. This groundbreaking move aims to celebrate natural African beauty and authenticity, but it’s also sparked a lively debate across the pageant world. A Bold New Rule For the first…

Bysimone clarkeApril 16, 20250Comments

Fashion Hair

9 Bomb Hair Moments From Chloe and Halle

Chloe and Halle have always served us black girl magic from their angelic voices to their hair inspo. They show the true versatility of natural hair, especially locs. From changes in color, to texture, they make the hair game look easy and we can all take some tips from them. Here are just a few…

ByFelicia KebreauSeptember 19, 20220Comments

Business Lifestyle

What’s On Your Block: 10 Black-Owned Businesses You Have to Visit In Dallas!

Calling all Dallas natives and visitors. Dallas is a beautiful city in the south packed with many black-owned businesses. From beauty, food, and shopping here are 10 Black-owned businesses in Dallas you should check out! Pressed Roots Looking to get your natural hair done? Pressed Roots is the place to get your hair laid! Experience…

ByEvaline GachiiJune 1, 20220Comments

Fashion Hair

5 Black Women-Owned Hair Brands to Try Right Now

Hair is an important part of Black culture whether it be natural hair, braids, wigs, or sew-ins. It can be overwhelming trying to find brands that cater to Black hair needs. In honor of Women's History Month, MEFeater is highlighting Black woman-owned hair brands that cater to our hair needs. Rebundle “Rebundle" is the first…

ByEvaline GachiiMarch 23, 20220Comments

Breaking News Fashion

How H&M’s Recent Campaign Exposed the Natural Hair Hypocrisy in the Black Community

H&M is receiving backlash yet again for featuring a young brown-skinned girl on their website with her appearance looking less than perfect. The recent campaign, which showed the girl with her natural hair pulled into a ponytail that had not been brushed or gelled down, has caused a major uproar on social media. Reactions to…

ByKiara ManningSeptember 26, 20191Comment

Hair

8 Hairstyles Every Naturalista Should Try This Spring

It's spring and if you (and your hair) despise winter as much as me then you're rejoicing. Now that the winter winds and temperatures have settled down it's time to let your hair free. Below are several of our favorite tutorials for some spring style inspiration. So, put away your satin or silk lined hats…

ByNyankaApril 26, 20180Comments

Entertainment

Everyone Has Something To Say About Michelle Obama’s Natural Hair

The appearance of the First Lady has long fascinated the American public. Speculation of fashion choices and beauty routines is a constant. This scrutiny still continues for Michelle Obama, although she is out of office. But this week, Twitter users rejoiced at a photo circulating the internet. It shows a side of Michelle Obama never…

ByMelinda FakuadeApril 5, 20170Comments

Hair Lifestyle

8 Natural Hair Youtube Channels You Should Subscribe To Now!

The natural hair movement has gained momentum over the years, Youtube has become a go to for people with natural hair or who desires to make the life changing decision. Yes! Life changing the Big Chop is that serious. Although they’re other alternatives to going natural not just the big chop. Youtube comes in handy to…

ByKaidian GordonMarch 2, 20170Comments

Hair

Protective Style Lay and Slay!

For centuries, black women have undergone harsh criticism when it comes to hair. We’ve gone through hot combs, relaxer, wigs and weaves for years. But finally, black women are embracing all their natural elements, and our curls are all the rage. Black hair comes in many different textures. Whether it is loose curls or tight coils, we have…

ByKiana McleishFebruary 21, 20170Comments

Fashion Hair

Gabrielle Union Starts New Haircare Line for Women With Textured Hair

Actress, and now entrepreneur Gabrielle Union is launching a new project of hers, hair products for women with textured hair types. Partnering up with the company that brought us Macadamia Natural Oil, Union’s new line ‘Flawless’ will début March 1 online on the brand’s website as well as in stores at Ulta Beauty chains nationwide…