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Black-Owned CBD Companies to Shop and Support
Dr. Ellana

Black-Owned CBD Companies to Shop and Support

A round-up of trailblazing brands you need to know about.  In 2020, it was estimated that only 4.3% of cannabis businesses are Black-owned. For far too long, there’s been a major lack...

Dr. Ellana

Black-Owned CBD Companies to Shop and Support

A round-up of trailblazing brands you need to know about.  In 2020, it was estimated that only 4.3% of cannabis businesses are Black-owned. For far too long, there’s been a major lack...

The Legalization of CBD
Dr. Ellana

The Legalization of CBD

An explainer on hemp-derived CBD laws, policies and the future of legalization. _____ In 2018, the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (aka the “Farm Bill”) was signed into law, removing hemp from...

Dr. Ellana

The Legalization of CBD

An explainer on hemp-derived CBD laws, policies and the future of legalization. _____ In 2018, the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (aka the “Farm Bill”) was signed into law, removing hemp from...

What is the CROWN Act?
Dr. Ellana

What is the CROWN Act?

  There have been multiple instances in recent years of students being suspended or otherwise disciplined for their natural or protective styles. It was this fact that prompted a coalition of...

Dr. Ellana

What is the CROWN Act?

  There have been multiple instances in recent years of students being suspended or otherwise disciplined for their natural or protective styles. It was this fact that prompted a coalition of...

The history of hair: Black history month
Dr. Ellana

The history of hair: Black history month

What is the history of African American hair? Since it is Black History month, let's explore and embrace our roots. In early African civilizations, hairstyles could indicate a person's family...

Dr. Ellana

The history of hair: Black history month

What is the history of African American hair? Since it is Black History month, let's explore and embrace our roots. In early African civilizations, hairstyles could indicate a person's family...

Safo’s Roots
Dr. Ellana

Safo’s Roots

From the Beginning Ellana, CEO and Founder of Safo Hair, has 10-plus years of experience providing medical care and medical expertise to improving quality of care for underserved communities, including global...

Dr. Ellana

Safo’s Roots

From the Beginning Ellana, CEO and Founder of Safo Hair, has 10-plus years of experience providing medical care and medical expertise to improving quality of care for underserved communities, including global...

Black is Beautiful!
Dr. Ellana

Black is Beautiful!

Black hair has come a long way as many people are now embracing their heritage. Masses are moving from weaves and chemicals to natural hair and organic hair products. For...

Dr. Ellana

Black is Beautiful!

Black hair has come a long way as many people are now embracing their heritage. Masses are moving from weaves and chemicals to natural hair and organic hair products. For...