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  2. Afro - Wikipedia

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    As the 1960s progressed towards the 1970s, popular hairstyles, both within and outside of the African-American community, became longer and longer. [1] As a result, the late 1960s/early 1970s saw an expansion in the overall size of afros. [ 1 ]

  3. African-American hair - Wikipedia

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    African-American hair or Black hair refers to hair types, textures, and styles that are linked to African-American culture, often drawing inspiration from African hair culture. It plays a major role in the identity and politics of Black culture in the United States and across the diaspora . [ 1 ]

  4. Conk - Wikipedia

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    Conk hairstyle. The conk was a hairstyle popular among African-American men from the 1920s up to the early-to-mid 1960s. [1] This hairstyle called for a man with naturally "kinky" hair to have it chemically straightened using a relaxer called congolene, an initially homemade hair straightener gel made from the extremely corrosive chemical lye which was often mixed with eggs and potatoes.

  5. Category:African-American hair - Wikipedia

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    Pages in category "African-American hair" The following 34 pages are in this category, out of 34 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. ...

  6. Dreadlocks - Wikipedia

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    As a result, some White people joined the Rastafarian movement. Dreadlocks were not a common hairstyle in the United States, but by the 1970s, some White Americans were inspired by reggae music, the Rastafarian movement, and African-American hair culture and started wearing dreadlocks.

  7. The 20 Best ‘70s Hairstyles to Try in 2024 - AOL

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    4. Sleek and Straight. The disco era also featured plenty of sleek, straight locks. Also known as ‘Cher Hair,’ this is one of the '70s hairstyles for long hair you need to try out.

  8. 1970s in fashion - Wikipedia

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    The early and mid 1970s generally featured longer hair on men, as way of rebelling against the social norms of years past. [420] Sideburns were also worn around the same time. Some of the most popular hairstyles for men include "Long and Luscious" hairstyle, mod haircut, and the "buzzcut" hairstyle popularised by action heroes like Steve McQueen.

  9. Black women are making mullets their own. Here's why it ... - AOL

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    When Briia Johnson recently came across a video of a Black woman getting her hair cut and styled into a mullet, she felt instantly inspired to start rocking one of her own. "I had a mullet in the ...