As a black woman and men, we are always looking for businesses that are owned by people who look like us. We want to support our community and put my money back into the pockets of black people. Here are 2 main reasons why you should support a black-owned nail salon today!
One reason to support black-owned businesses is that they are often overlooked. Big corporations dominate the market and it can be difficult for small businesses to get noticed. When you shop at a black-owned business, you are helping to level the playing field for economic reasons.
Another reason to support black-owned businesses is that they typically offer products and services that cater to the needs of the black community. For example, black woman love getting there nails done but can have a hard time finding salons that cater to the specific needs of a black woman.
When discussing the celebration of culture in a black-owned nail salon, it is important to consider the historical context of nails and nail care in America. For many years, the nail industry has been dominated by asian or white-owned businesses, which often resulted in black women feeling unwelcome and uncomfortable in these spaces. In recent years, however, there has been a shift towards inclusion and diversity in the nail industry, with more black-owned businesses popping up across the country and ours being 1 of only 4% of nail salons black-owned.
In a world where black-owned businesses are often overlooked, Cilverbow Botanicals is working to change the narrative. Nail therapy is more than just a luxury, it’s a form of self-care that should be accessible to everyone.
That’s why owner Christina Hand decided to open her own black-owned nail salon. For Christina, building community is at the heart of her business model. “When you come here, you’re not just getting your nails done, you’re becoming part of a family,” she says.
Christina wants her salon to be a safe space for women of color to relax and feel pampered. She hires mostly black women and offers services that cater to different nail textures and skin tones.
So far, business has been booming and Christina has even bigger plans for the future in her community.
Economic Empowerment For Cilverbow Botanicals
In a rapidly gentrifying Downtown Miami, Cilverbow Botanicals Nail Salon is fighting to keep its community together—by giving back.
Cilverbow Botanicals is a black-owned nail salon that has been serving the Downtown Miami neighborhood for over 1 year. But owner Christina Hand isn't just in the business of doing nails. She's in the business of economic empowerment.
"I really want to change the narrative of what it means to be a black-owned business," she says. "I want to show that we can be successful and give back to our community." - Christina Hand.
And she's doing just that. In addition to providing quality services at an affordable price, Cilverbow Botanicals will be offering free monthly workshops on topics like financial literacy and entrepreneurship for future black nail technicians. (Check our events to keep posted)
In conclusion, it is important to support black-owned businesses, like nail salons, to help promote entrepreneurship and equality. By showing your support, you are not only helping the business owner, but also the community as a whole. So next time you need a manicure or pedicure, consider going to a black-owned nail salon in your area.
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