BLACK WOMEN BEAUTY SUPPLY FAITH

Jun 03 2026LIFESTYLE

Black Beauty Hubs in Baton Rouge Create Safe Spaces

Macie Smith, a senior at Southern University, opened two hair supply shops in Baton Rouge to give Black women a welcoming place for beauty care. She began by saving money and learning Mandarin phrases to talk with her Chinese supplier, but a rough meeting taught her the importance of respect and

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