In a recent interview with Elle, influencer Sofia Richie delved into her relationship with her hair, shedding light on a journey shaped by familial influence and personal experimentation.
Richie, whose mother, Diane Alexander, instilled a strong emphasis on haircare during her upbringing, recounted fond memories of accompanying her mother to regular salon visits for deep conditioning treatments. “My mom is Greek, so she has very, very long hair and has always been very anti-hair dye – she’s all about conditioning treatments and masks,” Richie shared.
Throughout her childhood, Richie developed a deep appreciation for maintaining hair health and length, a sentiment reinforced by her mother’s guidance. “I was very pro-health for your hair and all about having long hair. I used to cry when I would get haircuts,” she reminisced.
However, as Richie entered her teenage years, the allure of experimentation with various cuts, colors, and styles became irresistible. “Then, when I hit my teen years, I was so deprived of doing anything to my hair. I had girlfriends getting highlights and haircuts,” she recalled. Despite her enthusiasm for exploration, Richie acknowledged her limited understanding of the potential harm certain hair treatments could inflict.
In hindsight, Richie recognized the valuable lessons gleaned from her adolescent ventures into hair experimentation. “So I definitely learned a lot in my teen years, experimented and played around, which has brought me to where I am now,” she admitted.
In recent years, Lionel Richie’s daughter has returned to her roots, prioritizing the health and well-being of her hair. Drawing upon her mother’s sage advice and her own accumulated wisdom, Richie has embarked on a dedicated journey toward optimal hair care.
“I’ve been on such a serious health journey with my hair for the past five to six years, definitely leaning back on my mom’s (tips) and everything I learned as a child,” Richie affirmed.
As she continues to evolve both personally and professionally, Richie’s reflections serve as a testament to the transformative power of self-discovery and the enduring influence of familial wisdom.
