It’s hard not to stop and stare when you see a wild mane of curly hair bounce by. It’s a showstopper and a statement-maker, but, as anyone with curly or kinky hair can attest, it’s not all glamorous.

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Growing up, my relationship with my hair was anything but simple. I was raised in a Dominican household where curly hair wasn't seen as beautiful; it was seen as something to fix, smooth out, and ...