Hey guys!
I have a question tied to an observation.
I noticed there are quite a few models of natural hair that are lighter skinned when I was playing around on my tumblr page.
Furthermore, I noticed more people take to the lighter skinned models than the darker skinned ones. I feel this is because on dark skinned women natural hair is considered more acceptable when it is curly rather than ethnically textured. For example (*cough* this could also be due to popularity, or lack of clothing *cough*):
This was liked 15 times
Versus this image which was liked 101 times
What happened to dark skinned sisters modelling afros!?
For me the problem is not the skin color but how others perceive black natural hair differently on women of a lighter skin tone. To me, men are more accepting of natural hair on a light skinned chick since light skin is still associated with attractiveness and is generally more coveted. But, to me natural hair is beautiful on women of all skin tones! Why should light skin chicks get a thumbs up while dark skinned chicks get a thumbs down for being too ethnic.
Does it matter or am I being paranoid?
I preach tolerance and equality but I'm the type of person who notices dichotomies, inequality, and glaring differences... I guess it's due to my background as a Psychology and English dual major. But this is something that has caught my eye. Much love to all my women out there doing what they're doing!
~.^ I'll be back! Much love! ^.~
