People with melanin-rich hair used different hairstyles to show who they were and where they came from. Braids, twists, and locs were more than just styles—they told stories about family, culture, and even special celebrations. Knowing this helps us understand that our hair is special and connects us to our ancestors, making it a big part of our personal story.

People with melanin-rich hair were made to feel like their natural hair wasn’t good enough. People were told to straighten their hair to look like others, even though their natural hair was beautiful and strong. Learning about this helps us understand why it’s so important to love our natural hair today.

Melanin-rich hair, especially curly and coily hair, was designed by nature to protect us. A long time ago, in hot places, curly hair helped protect our heads from the sun by keeping it cool. This shows that our hair is strong and meant to help us survive in different environments.