Blacks own more beauty stores than blacks. Although African Americans buy nine times more beauty and beauty products than other ethnic groups, we only account for about 1% of the market share of beauty stores.

Since I last saw this figure two years ago, these figures may still be growing, but if not, I wouldn't be surprised.

In addition, a video leaked a few years ago showed that a Korean shopkeeper in Charlotte, North Carolina grabbed the neck of an African American woman on suspicion of stealing a pair of false eyelashes. A $2 deal led the man to kick her and strangle her, while another worker helped arrest the so-called thief.

Although more videos surfaced, insisting that the customer was stealing, at least the whole incident was disturbing. The Charlotte community immediately began to boycott the store. If the above two situations are not enough to support our beauty store, I don't know what else I need to convince you.

A few days later, I saw a post on Facebook discussing why some black women don't choose to shop in beauty stores owned by other blacks. Rising prices and increasing product categories are the main reasons. The most obvious reason is not surprise.

So here are four reasons why you should start supporting black owned beauty stores and where you can find them in your state.

Four reasons to support black owned beauty stores

1. Better customer experience

There's nothing better than walking into a store and talking to someone who knows your needs. Specifically, in terms of hair care, it's a great feeling to be able to talk to people who understand your hair problems and recommend products to you based on personal experience.

2. Other black owned beauty brands and springboards for small businesses

Black owned beauty stores also support a large number of other small businesses. Several natural hair care brands were launched in small black owned beauty stores before entering the shelves of Sally's, Wal mart or target.

3. More competitive price

The number one complaint I heard from women about black beauty stores was that they were too expensive. "ABC beauty supply" sells the same product on the street corner at a price of one dollar. Why do you come here? Yes, I see. Everyone is counting their coins.

4. Help support the expansion of other stores

If you want to see more black owned beauty stores in your area, start by supporting existing stores. We all know that there is no shortage of women who want to buy hair and beauty products; However, expansion to other stores can only be carried out with initial support.