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| Melanie Fiona Sparks Backlash with Comments on Mixed Heritage and Hair Growth |
“Good hair” is a loaded phrase in the black community, as it often excludes kinkier textures and tighter coils in preference of straight locks or loose curls. It’s a sensitive topic, and the firestorm surrounding Melanie Fiona’s comments to Sophisticate’s Black Hair Styles and Care Guide shows that the wounds are still fresh.
Here’s an excerpt from Fiona’s feature in the June/July 2012 issue:
SBH: What’s the secret to your gorgeous long hair?
Melanie Fiona: I was born with a full head of hair, and my mom wouldn’t let me cut it until I was 12! I’m mixed – my mom is Black and Portuguese and my dad is Indian so I have a good mix for growth.
I'm not exactly sure what the problem is with the above comment. Haven't read the rest of the story but still,
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