HAIR TREND ALERT: The rise of radical texture
By Zenoyise John:
A new wave is crashing through beauty aisles and social feeds alike - and it is unapologetically textured. From perfectly defined twist-outs to slick braided ponies, Black hair is no longer being hidden, tamed, or silenced. Instead, curls, coils, and kinks are commanding the spotlight with a power that feels downright revolutionary.
It’s a trend that goes far beyond aesthetics. Gen Z is rewriting the language of hair altogether, refusing to compromise on health, identity, or versatility. Their hair must do it all: bend, twist, protect, shine, and still bounce back with its integrity intact.
Chemical relaxers? Yesterday’s news. Harsh sulfates? Cancelled. This generation is obsessed with transparency, multi-tasking formulas, and styling freedom that h...