Metro Detroit Salon Owner Releases Natural Hair Dictionary - Power 98 FM - Dictionary

Black hair is a testament to ever-changing styles and unique expressions. From elegant twists and protective braids to timeless afros and natural curls, each hairstyle carries cultural significance and personal narrative. In Metro Detroit, a stylist and salon owner has created the “world’s first-ever” Natural Hair Dictionary, celebrating these styles and affirming the beauty of every individual’s hair journey.

Mo Williams, founder of Such a Natural, a Black-owned hair salon in Metro Detroit, has authored and published the “world’s first-ever” Natural Hair Dictionary, a new book that defines exactly what natural hair and hairstyles are.

What to expect from the Natural Hair Dictionary

The Natural Hair Dictionary’s: Natural Hair Style List includes titles, descriptions, and more than 60 original photographs defining natural hairstyles.

“The NATURAL HAIR DICTIONARY® is taking the steps necessary to become a global resource, not only to the novice but also as a tool for those already in the natural hair industry to help educate clients, prospects, family and friends,” said the website.

According to the website, they’re also working on more editions that will expand on other types of hairstyles including protective styles and extensions.

Since its release, the book has received some good reviews. “Excellent book! Very informative,” said Kimberly Allen, Michigan Board of Cosmetology and cosmetology instructor. “The book is a true gift, it explains the intricacies of everything from braided updos to micro twists. A must-have for anyone interested in natural hair,” Journalist Kahn Santori Davison said about the natural hair dictionary.

The creator of the book will be holding a book talk at the Detroit Public Library Jefferson branch located at 12350 E. Outer Dr. on June 24. The all-ages events will take place from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

The Natural Hair Dictionary’s: Natural Hair Style List is available for purchase locally in the Detroit, Michigan area at The Van Dyke and 27th Letter Bookstores. Don’t worry if you’re nowhere near Detroit, it’s also available on Amazon and NaturalHairDictionary.com.

Similar hair books to check out

A personal blog I follow, Kink & Coil has a similar hair dictionary. It covers the classification of hair types, hair care methods, kinds of styles, hair slang and abbreviations, and more. There are also children’s books available like My Natural Hair Dictionary on Amazon that encourage kids of color to discover the meaning of natural hair terms.

“From afros to wash and go’s, young readers will traverse the alphabet, encountering various natural hairstyles, hair-care products, and tools. With the help of bright, brilliant illustrations depicting life, family, and nature, kids will also learn about parts of speech and pronunciation,” according to the book’s description.

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