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The Craziest Black Beauty Myths Debunked Once and For All  

The Craziest Black Beauty Myths Debunked Once and For All
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By Siraad Dirshe · Updated October 23, 2020

If we can be truly honest, there are a number of Black beauty myths that need to be debunked once and for all.

You know, those things our grandmas, aunties and mamas have told us about hair and skin care and we didn’t really question; such as ‘Black don’t crack.’ Thankfully at this year’s ESSENCE Fest, we (finally!) set the record straight on several of these myths.  

Dermatologist Dr. Candrice Heath and Tahira Wright, founder of digital movement The Cut Life, sat down to discuss the proper way to maintain our skin and hair. Their real-life advice is invaluable and will have you flourishing all summer long. 

Watch the full video below. 

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Let us know, did any of this advice surprise you?