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Home • Black History Month

Black Hair-story: How Hair Grease Became A Beauty Staple

There's no better time than Black History Month to celebrate the hairstyles and products that helped shape our perceptions of beauty. Today, we're looking back at the rich history of our favorite beauty staple: hair grease! Press play as Maria Antoinette, licensed cosmetologist and Global Stylist for Cantu, details its evolution. 
By Essence · Updated December 6, 2020
TOPICS:  African American Hair