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Miss Ivory Coast Pageant Bans Wigs, Sparks Controversy

4/6/2025

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The Miss Ivory Coast pageant has taken a bold step by banning wigs and hair extensions in preliminary rounds, championing natural beauty and celebrating African identity. This decision has ignited passionate discussions among contestants and hairdressers, with some welcoming the change while others worry about the potential economic fallout on the $300 million hair industry.

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Story summary

The Miss Ivory Coast pageant has taken a bold step by banning wigs and hair extensions in preliminary rounds, championing natural beauty and celebrating African identity. This decision has ignited passionate discussions among contestants and hairdressers, with some welcoming the change while others worry about the potential economic fallout on the $300 million hair industry.