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In 1966, Pat Evans became the first model (of any race) to shave her head, subverting an unquestioned standard of beauty for both black and white women and sending shockwaves through the modeling industry.



source: "12 Movers and Shakers in Black Hair History" Feb 18'

Annie Turnbo Malone was born in 1869 and is credited with launching the black hair care industry at the turn of the 20th century. She created an entire line of hair and beauty products for black women. Denied access to product distribution channels as a black woman, she popularized her products by giving door-to-door demonstrations in St. Louis. She was a noted philanthropist and gave away most of her money to charity.



source: "12 Movers and Shakers in Black Hair History" Feb 18'

In 1963 Actress Cicely Tyson became the first African American star of a TV drama with her role in East Side/West Side, and wore cornrows on set. She won three Emmy Awards and one Tony Award throughout her acting career, and was inducted into the Black Filmmakers Hall of Fame in 1977. She was also awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2016.

Cicely Tyson, the Hollywood legend who won Emmy and Tony awards during a 70-year career that spanned television, film, and theater, died in January 2021. She was 96.



source: "12 Movers and Shakers in Black Hair History" Feb 18'

Solange Knowles did the Big Chop in 2009, starting fresh with natural hair. By no means the first Black woman to do so, she brought a public audience to her natural hair choice and inspired many women to do the same.



source: "12 Movers and Shakers in Black Hair History" Feb 18'

It's 2.22.22
Hair that is as magical as today's date.
Soft waves and curls on short hair. 🖤

In 1988, Spike Lee exposed and explored the good hair/bad hair schism in Black America in his movie School Daze.

GORGEOUS custom VIVID COLOR ‼️ It took consistency to become a great colorist‼️

Consistency is a SUPER POWER 💥

If you want to change some things in your life, apply the RIGHT activity, CONSISTENTLY ‼️

Right now personal and professional development is something I am investing into and being heavily consistent! And it's paying off ‼️

Name ONE thing in the comments that you are committed to being more consistent with.

Janet Jackson appeared rocking long box braids in Poetic Justice in 1993, popularizing the versatile protective style that dates as far back as 3500 B.C.!

Spreading the love of VIVIDS! Happy Valentine's Day! 💗💗

Blends & Vivids‼️ 💛🧡❤️
There are some people who look at the PROCESS and say, "seems like a lot, I'm not doing all of that," and there are others who look at that same process and think, "seems like a lot but it MUST be done." Which person are you?

Our professionals in the Color Values Master Course have been rocking it out! They chose the path of what must be done.

Color Values Master Course 2 coming soon...👀

It's !

Prayer is not a substitute for discipline. (Ouch)! 🥴

You've BEEN praying on it. You've received sign after sign. God has ALREADY told you what to do. Don't keep putting your procrastination on Him. HE TOLD YOU‼️

Now, it's time to do some work - consistently - over a period of time - without quitting - without taking a break. It's time to invest in your next level! 🏆

If this spoke to you, comment ➡️DISCIPLINE below.

📌Visit the link in our bio to sign up for our "Color Values: Vivid Color 2" Starting in March 2022. Get it now while the investment is only $597! Our goal is to help urban stylist make an additional $1,000 per month! And increasing your color service can help you raise your tax bracket ‼️ With lifetime access this is an amazing investment.

Let's transform your business & level up‼️

Skin glowing, body banging, face on pretty! And the HAIR: natural with a silk press and deep color. It’s totally possible to have it all and Tif is the proof. 🥰

Previously we used ’s in 1NW Permanent Color on , and over 6 weeks later, it’s still giving rich aunty vibes with no color fade!

Our first BHM spotlight is to the iconic Madam C.J. Walker.
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Madam C.J. Walker was an African American entrepreneur, philanthropist, and political and social activist.

Madam C.J. Walker created specialized hair products for African American hair care is recorded as the first female self-made millionaire in America in the Guinness Book of World Records

Bringing some VIVID to your winter blues this morning!

How do you keep going when it seems like something isn't working? Mindset.
How do you keep believing when it appears impossible? Mindset.
How do you push through when it hurts? Mindset.

Here's one of my favorite books that I use to keep my mindset healthy and growing.
“Think & Grow Rich” by Napoleon Hill

Personal & professional development are two of my continuous goals at every level.

What are you doing to keep your mindset right? Let me know in the comments.

This hair moment will probably be one of my favs.

Platinum Pixie on ❤️

Am I the only one who has an album on my phone specifically for screenshots of inspirational hairstyles?

No…. you do it too?!! 📸

Welcome to Black History Month!

This month we will be highlighting those that have helped move the needle of the culture.

Our favorite is:
"I'm just rooting for everyone black!" -Issa Rae

What is your favorite quote for BHM? Let us know in the comments.

SAVE THIS POST!! 📍

A great way to confidently try different blonde tones on deep brown skin is to mix warms and neutrals to tie in your clients complexion.

Adding dimension to blonde on brownskin girls makes it more fun visually, and makes the grow out appear more seamless.

nailed this pic! 🥰

Giving VIVIDS all January ‼️

There are TWO types of goals:
SHOULD GOALS and MUST GOALS.

SHOULD goals are goals that you are “doing the best you can” to achieve.

MUST goals are goals that you are “doing whatever it takes” to achieve.

When it comes to your behind the chair goals, do you have SHOULD goals or MUST goals? 🤯

Purchase your Six Figure Slay E-guide at Pranaforhair.com to get some action steps to leveling up your income for 2022.

Our VIVID color course is also still available for a limited time. ➡️ Link in Bio

Happy 39th Birthday to me!! 🎊🥳🎉😘🎁 I’m filled with so much GRATITUDE for life and all it’s abundance. Now if you REALLY know me, you know I’m playing Lil Boosie’s classic hit, “Wipe Me Down!” All day! 😂😂 $OluchiZelda on the cash app to buy me a non liquid sativa flavored “drink” 😉!

There is something about VIVID COLORED 💜 hair the just does it for me! The creativity, artistry, and confidence is truly an art form. Today is week 1 day 1 of our Color Values: Vivid Color Mastery Course!

This course was designed to teach urban stylist how to elevate their income 💰by adding on additional color services and increasing their average client ticket. And of course to achieve vibrant and vivid colored hair.

Have you invested in your business? 🤔There are a few slots left for this round of the Vivid Color Mastery Course. Snag yours today!

Link in Bio | ➡️ Color Values: Vivid Color Mastery Course

We are going live TONIGHT! Hope to see you there at 9:45pm

We also have some new year specials for you! Prana Oil currently undergoing packaging rebranding so we are offering a buy 2 get 1 free promotion! The oil is great for growing and styling.

Clients: Rub a few drops into your scalp daily for hair growth.
Stylist: Use a few drop prior to styling hair.

Visit Pranaforhair.com Promo Code: NEWYEAROIL

Happy New Year! We are about to really bring some manifestations to life in 2022!

We are rescheduling tonights Monday Night Live til tomorrow. We will be talking about the importance of goal setting and taking the actions toward your next level.

Stylist have you strategized how you will earn a multi six figure year yet?
Click the link in my bio and grab your 6 figure slay e-guide.

Hey babe, Tell me one “hidden blessing” you found during this panoramic 🥴🙄….

I’ll go first.

Before the pandemic, I’d never taught anything virtually. But, with the world changing, it’s given me the opportunity to share salon education with stylist all around on a national level.

You can literally be in pajamas learning a skill that will help take you to the next level in your career.

January 17, 2022 is the start of my 6 Week Color Values, Vivid color course.

It’s beginner friendly, and designed to help you comprehend color and execute amazing hair color techniques that KEEP YOU BOOKED!

Originally priced at $597, on sale now for $237 until December 31st!

Don’t leave any money on the table in 2022! Link in bio to reserve your spot or go to PranaForHair.com

My calendar might be booked, but you can still get salon quality curls by tapping into this gem.

My secret to a seamless silk press is just one click away. 💻

My & are the tools to silky finishes and natural shine.

Why stress when you can take your DIY skills up a notch? ✨ These tools have done wonders for me.

Head to pranaforhair.com to purchase both & see what they can do for you!

Sometimes a simple post is a reminder for your clients that it’s time to book!

Good Morning Everyone. ✨

It’s beginning to feel a lot like….

💥🤣

Good Morning Everybody!

Today is the day of my Six Figure Slay Virtual Course & I can’t wait to get on here and give you guys the gems on how to make 6 Figures BEHIND the chair and AWAY from the chair. 💎

What better way to share the vibe than to share the most important part of your hair business: LOYAL IDEAL CUSTOMERS ✨

is a long time customer of mine that has always been open to a good switch up & a fun color. She represents my ideal customer.

In today’s course we’ll get into everything from how to create a service that attracts your ideal customer to how to create an experience that retains them. 🙌🏾

& also, it’s not too late to sign up if you haven’t already. I still have a few spots left! 💻

Your hair IS THE STYLE ladies! When your hairstyle or finished look falls, where is the shape? This is why I stress the importance of a good cut. Spend more on your cut and I promise you’ll actually be in the salon less.

Thank you Miss Mabel! ❤️❤️

pranaforhair.com => booking, Prana Growth Oil, FlatIrons, courses and ebooks.

-Zelda

What if I told you COLOR could increase the quality of your waves AND make your quick weaves appear more blended?

HAIR GEM : Use color mixes 1 and 1B in alternating rows.

It softens the look and bends the reflection of light better. ✨

Color isn’t JUST about bright, bold transformation— when you master color, you take your style skills on a brand new journey!! 😍 You have NO idea 😫

Who’s ready for more hair gems?!?

Hey Sis..

Your clients want to transform this year...

Are you up for the task?

to see the difference.

1️⃣ How She Left

2️⃣ How She Came

Our model really gave us Switch Up with this look. Blonde was the perfect way to brighten up her glow.

If you’re ready to learn the keys on how to master color behind the chair, join my 6 Week Color Values Course 💻