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“Black women are the furthest thing from a monolith,” writes Blake Newby. “However, there’s no denying the paralleled experiences that come with learning, embracing, and experimenting with our hair — no matter where we are in the world.”

Bustle spoke with eight women around the globe about what it’s like to care for natural hair in different cities. From Dallas to Lagos, Nigeria, Paris, and Mexico City (and more), they shared their go-to styling methods and what their local natural hair communities are like. It’s clear that, regardless of where they’re from, all are bound by the common thread of natural hair and a love for protective styling.

Chloe Kim became a household name after becoming the youngest woman (she was 17!) to win the gold medal in the snowboarding half-pipe at the 2018 Pyeongchang Olympics.

Beyond her professional pursuits, Kim is also candid about the importance of dedicating time and attention to her overall well-being. She recently announced that she was taking a step back from this snowboarding season. “I just wanted to give myself a year to do whatever and relax,” Kim tells Bustle. “Each Olympic cycle is quite stressful, and I always feel the need to unwind a bit afterwards.”