Kameese Davis, Founder and CEO of natural hair care brand, shines the light on an often neglected topic by sharing her personal story.
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Central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia (CCCA) primarily affects women of African descent, with prevalence ranging from 2.7% to 5.7%.
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Kameese Davis, Founder and CEO of Nylah’s, personally battled CCCA. During her struggle, she realized how overlooked the needs of Black women were in the hair restoration market.
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This personal experience inspired Kameese Davis to focus on hair loss and holistically treat hair health as a vital part of overall well-being.
Since Black History Month has begun, Kameese Davis, Founder and CEO of Nylah’s, is turning the spotlight on a critical issue that uniquely affects Black women: central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia (CCCA). This condition disproportionately impacts women of African descent, with prevalence rates between 2.7% and 5.7%. This year, Davis is raising awareness about CCCA and announcing a new direction for her hair care brand, focusing on this often-overlooked issue.
Davis’s personal battle with CCCA has deeply influenced her mission to support women experiencing hair loss. Confronted with the challenges of CCCA firsthand, she quickly recognized the lack of representation and resources available for Black women in the hair restoration market. Drawing from her extensive knowledge of Afro-textured hair, Davis restored her own hair health, which further deepened her commitment to addressing this gap.
“Through my own struggle with CCCA, I realized just how much the industry was failing Black women,” said Davis. “Our hair is more than just a style—it’s a crucial part of our identity, culture and self-expression. Yet, the beauty and wellness industries have consistently overlooked our experiences. Nylah’s is committed to changing this by ensuring Black women are at the forefront of the conversation around hair loss solutions.”
Nylah’s has always been committed to offering quality products for Afro-textured hair, but Davis’s new initiative is set to take the brand even further. By introducing a concept focused on treating hair loss and promoting scalp health, Davis is shifting the narrative to highlight the connection between hair and overall well-being. This holistic approach will provide women with solutions rooted in natural, nourishing ingredients and evidence-based practices, addressing concerns such as hair thinning, breakage and scalp issues.
“Our hair is fundamental to who we are, deeply intertwined with our cultural identity,” Davis continued. “Historically, our hair has been a symbol of resilience, resistance and pride—woven into the very fabric of our heritage. From traditional African hairstyles that carried deep cultural meanings to the natural hair movement that reclaims our beauty standards, our hair is not just about style, but a reflection of our strength, history and identity. Over the centuries, Black hair has been politicized, stigmatized and even weaponized against us, yet it remains a powerful form of self-expression and cultural preservation. Through Nylah’s, I aim to not only provide products that nurture and protect our hair but also honor the cultural significance it holds. By focusing on hair health and wellness, we are preserving a key part of our heritage and empowering Black women to embrace their natural beauty unapologetically.”
Kameese Davis is not just a successful entrepreneur; she is a leader and an influential voice within the Black female community. Through Nylah’s, Davis offers more than hair care products; she creates a space where Black women feel seen, valued and empowered. Her dedication to addressing the specific needs of Afro-textured hair goes beyond beauty; it’s about challenging industry norms and setting new standards. In doing so, Davis is reshaping the beauty industry and paving the way for the next generation of Black female entrepreneurs, showing them what it truly means to succeed while lifting others up.
The new Nylah’s hair loss initiative will launch early in 2025.
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