Hair Salons: Hijab-Clad Women

hair salons: That's not true, said Jenan, according to CBC. In fact, a growing number of hair salons in the city and across the nation are offering the privacy required for hijab-clad women to receive services without worrying about male employees or clients catching a glimpse of what's underneath. Do you shower in it Do you sleep in it Do you get hot in the summertime One misconception that's especially striking for the London, Ont., women is when some people think they never remove their head scarves, or care for their hair. The step toward inclusivity is helping to break down the misconceptions related to the Islamic dress ultimately empowering the women underneath it. Hala Ghonaim/CBC A woman who chooses to wear the hijab is required to cover her hair and most of her body from men outside of her immediate and extended family circles. Women don Muslim headscares at 'Hijab for a Day' event How it works Lamees Ammoury represents three salons in London including the Cut Above and Sami and Naji. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.