Do Black Women Who Wear Wigs Want to Be White?

Wigs, weaves, braids, and whatever else are all popular hairstyles, but is wearing anything BUT our natural hair a signal that we hate ourselves?

Hair has always been a deeply personal subject for the Black community. Some people believe that wearing wigs, weaves, or braids = self-hate or a desire to conform to European beauty standards. Others see these styles as protective and just a stylistic choice. But is it really that simple?

A History of Black Hair

Black hair is more than just hair—it’s a c…