A Black Man’s Perspective On A Black Woman’s Natural Hair

A Black Man’s Perspective On A Black Woman’s Natural Hair

Once again we are here to take a peek ‘through the looking glass’ of the minds of A Black Man’s Perspective On A Black Woman’s Natural Hair by examining their thoughts through their interviews. We will be talking with two Black men and their views about the ‘natural sista’. As with the last interview of this kind, I have not done a major poll but it is my plan to further research this subject.

So, let’s take a look at the minds of our ‘brothers’. Both men are married to black women with natural hair.

Interview #1

Our first guest is a Jamaican man married to a Jamaican woman with natural black hair. He has chosen to remain anonymous and will use initials for this interview.

 

Question #1

What is the ethnicity of your wife or significant other?

JJ

My wife is a beautiful black woman from Jamaica.

Question #2

How would you describe her hair?

JJ

She has natural textured hair – she does not use any chemicals.

Question #3

How do you like it? Do you have a preference in terms of style, cut, color, texture?

JJ

I like it as long as it’s taken care of. As far as preference goes, I think with her natural hair, she has the option to do different styles. The texture is fine since she uses natural oils to keep it soft.

Question #4

Is your prior hair experience with a black woman with natural hair or another ethnicity? And how do you rate the hair in terms of beauty, texture, touchability – tactile effect?

JJ

Surprisingly no, as they all had their hair chemically treated.

Question #5

Which state of her hair do you prefer and why? Meaning – chemically treated, naturally cared for, no hair (bald)?

JJ

Definitely not bald for sure. Not really fussy about either as long as it’s taken care of on a regular basis.

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Interview#2

The guest for this interview is also a Jamaican man married to an American woman with natural hair styled in ‘dreadlocks’. He will be identified using initials.

Question #1

What is the ethnicity of your wife or significant other?

JG

My wife is of American descent.

Question#2

How would you describe her hair?

JG

Well, she wears ‘locks’ and I love it. She has been wearing locks for more than 20 years.

Question #3

How do you like it? Do you have a preference in terms of style, cut, color, texture?

JG

Well, after being with her for so long, I love it! She wears it well. She has cut it once, but she wears it usually long in a ponytail. The texture is hard to describe. How can you describe or say ‘matted’ without conjuring up a ‘knotted mess’ for a picture? I will just say ‘twisted’.

Question #4

Is your prior hair experience with a black woman with natural hair or another ethnicity? And how do you rate the hair in terms of beauty, texture, touchability – tactile effect?

JG

Yes, I have had black women with natural and chemically treated hair. I think that black women should wear their hair in its natural state – it is just so beautiful! I like touching my wife’s locks.

Question #5

Which state of her hair do you prefer and why? Meaning – chemically treated, naturally cared for, no hair (bald)?

JG

I prefer it natural – just the way it is now. It is her God-given beauty! As long as she continues to take care of it, I will continue to enjoy it with her.

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So, ladies and gentlemen, I thanked both men for sharing their opinions about black natural hair women. I invite you to share your opinions as well. It is not an uncommon sight to see interracial couples and it is always interesting to hear the viewpoints of A Black Man’s Perspective On A Black Woman’s Natural Hair.

Also, please let me know if you would be willing to participate in a survey or discussion concerning natural hair.

Thank you for visiting.

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