Afrocks Hair and Business Consultant Simone, shares the inspiration behind the ‘Take a Seat’ poem. It may be hard to believe but self care is a new concept to many black women.

Photo credit @William Stitt Following a challenging few months at afrocks HQ, we have had a look at how we look after ourselves, not just in business, but in life - full stop.  Over the next few weeks our Head Afro hair and Business, Simone will be sharing her thoughts on self care. Although aimed at stylists and entrepreneurs, the content of this 4 part series can apply to anyone. Enjoy part 1. From us to you

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Festive season is just around the corner - you can feel it in the air (and TV ads) but you are desperately in need of inspiration for your christmas presents. Afraid not! We’ve done all the work for you and picked awesome gifts from black owned brands that will definitely impress friends and family.

Finding a good afro hair professional can be a tedious and sometimes stressful process in London for many Black women with natural hair. We have all heard or experienced dreadful salon stories, right? Well, if you live in London and are looking for reliable, skilled natural hair stylists, locticians or braiders, say no more! You will find below some of the best afro hairdressers in London - the good news is you can also book them on Afrocks. C'est parti!

Pretty sure you guys have seen Tola's BBC interview being shared on social media. She was discussing the harmful effects that hair products cause in black woman health and the importance of being more ingredient conscious. In a study, published in April 2018 by researchers from the Silent Spring Institute and Battelle Memorial Institute in the USA it was found that 80% of black hair products contain endocrine disrupting and asthma causing chemicals. Tola is now launching a crowdfunding campaign to finance a documentary called ‘My Haircare Nightmare’. The documentary will creatively explain the science behind the research and delve deeper into the societal and cultural pressures that lead black women to use these products. They will speak to real women and hear their hair stories.  The documentary will also provide expert advice and practical approaches to help Black women reduce their level of exposure to EDCs and asthma causing chemicals. We met with Tola for a quick, yet insightful chat.

 

Wheeeennnnnn I decided I was going to become a 'serious' stylist, I faced so many challenges and the biggest one (as I have only come to realise) was myself. I was and continue to be my biggest challenge and having spoken to a fellow stylist I know I am not the only one. When I wrote my first blog for Afrocks I did not sleep the night before publication. People, the doubt that plagued me that night...even bush tea couldn't help me.

  We caught up with Klerissa McDonald, CEO and founder of award winning UK brand Curly By Nature to discuss damages caused by use of chemicals, Curly By Nature products and much more. 

  There are many benefits to using Afrocks. From getting the inspiration for your future hairdo to book and pay online and be styled from the comfort of your own home, we make you save  time and money. If you're still on the fence, or just don't believe us, here are the ... reasons why taking to Instagram or Facebook for your hair pampering sessions may be a hassle.

I had been feeling quite down for a while, but emotionally it all hit me one night, at around 1.42am as I was staring at my laptop screen, completely drained. The past few weeks had been quite challenging, to say the least, and looking at the numbers, the upcoming weeks would be equally tough.

We caught up with Naomi ahead of her UK tour screening her latest short film 'Future First'

When Afrocks meet with Afrocenchix founders Rachael and Joycelyn, it's always to ask cool questions. Sometimes. Anyway, we discuss Crowdfunding, beauty products and chicken wings...yes!

 

Our Co-Founder and CRO Regis shares his experience on becoming an entrepreneur against the odds after being turned down in a job interview for wearing his locs.