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NAPPYWOOD

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NAPPYWOOD 2013 - 2024

Experience the magic of Nappywood®! Home to Nappywood® Experiences, Waves and Curls Beach Festival, Black Sundays and the Los Angeles Natural Hair & Lifestyle Expo, founded in 2013. Inspired by an award-winning documentary, My Nappy ROOTS: A Journey through Black Hairitage, as an ode to our roots. Join us as we continue to create dialogue of

self-love, cultural expressions and celebration of our Nappy Hair. We,Thank You for a Decade of support as we celebrate the Legacy and Liberation of this great industry.

NAPPYWOOD® is a one-of-a-kind conference for hair & beauty professionals and natural enthusiast that celebrates the legacy, culture and history of Afro hair care. The impact of early Black hair care liberated communities of color and evolved to a multi billion dollar industry worldwide. Our mission is to provide a platform for all professionals; Locticians, Braiders, Barbers and Licensed Cosmetologist who work with texture hair to unite, network and learn about the latest industry trends and changing laws. Together, we can make a difference and help our community stay informed and empowered.

EXPERIENCE

NAPPYWOOD®
CELEBRATING
10 YEARS

In 2023 NAPPYWOOD® held it's 10 YEAR Celebration at the Ontario Convention Center.

NAPPYWOOD® also known as the Los Angeles Natural hair and Lifestyle Expo, has been a platform for innovation, creativity, and education in all aspects of textured hair for Natural Hair Stylists, Locticians, Cosmetologists, Barbers and Students since 2013. Over the years we have assisted in creating successful careers, business ventures, product development and inspiration through countless connections.

Past activations include: Black Sundays, CEO Bootcamp, Waves and Curls Beach Takeover, State of the Natural Union. Expo activities range from Barber & Hair Competitions, workshops, hair demos and tips to panel discussions or Think tanks, all are aimed to inspire and empower our attendees in all areas of their life because we are a Holistic people.

Welcome to Texture + Beauty, where we celebrate the beauty of textured hair and promote natural lifestyles. Our mission is to educate both professionals and enthusiasts about the importance of healthy hair and beauty practices. We strive to create a safe and inclusive space for everyone to come together and share their experiences. Join in our journey towards a healthier and more beautiful world. A new era in Black hair.