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Why hair oil from Morocco costs a small fortune

Oct 29, 2014
Used to be we wanted to remove any trace of oil from our bodies. Not anymore.

Will Jupiter align with Mars?

Apr 28, 2014
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No cuts, no color, just blow-outs.

Dec 10, 2013
A simple idea that finds success in the world of affordable luxury.

African-American hair salons spur 'creative commerce'

Jul 24, 2013
Bootstrap entrepreneurs sell their goods wherever they can, including hair salons and barber shops.

Hi-top fade haircut: It's all business

Jun 25, 2013
The iconic '80s hairstyle, the hi-top fade, is making a comeback. Part of the reason: It's good for business.
NBA players like Iman Shumpert have helped bring back the hi-top fade.
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Thieves bypass the cash register to steal hair weaves

Jun 12, 2012
As the price of hair extensions rises, so does theft of those goods. Bandits have started to smash into beauty salon storefronts to steal hair.