Dark & Lovely Taps Bozoma Saint John for 'The Hairapist' Campaign

The campaign, which features media personality Scottie Beam as a distressed client, positions the brand’s Fade Resist line as a remedy for the unpredictability of salon appointments. Directed by Myesha Evon Gardner, the hero film depicts a frantic last-minute booking crisis resolved by a DIY application of the brand’s Brown Cinnamon shade. By framing at-home coloring as a rite of passage, the brand aims to shift the narrative from salon-dependent maintenance to personal self-reliance.

Keyanna Thompson, Marketing Director at Dark & Lovely, emphasizes that the initiative is about more than just color; it is about reclaiming time and financial autonomy. The Fade Resist collection currently features over 21 shades, priced at an SRP of $8.49. The vegan-friendly formula incorporates shea butter, sunflower oil, and vitamin E to ensure moisture retention and full grey coverage. Developed by the Black-woman-owned agency Kitchen Table, the marketing rollout will prioritize social platforms including TikTok and Meta, alongside an interactive 'Hair-apy Lounge' installation at the upcoming CurlFest.