Kelly Rowland partnered with Dove to produce the hair anthem "Crown," which empowers girls to celebrate the diverse beauty of hair.
In a February 2019 interview with Marie Claire, the singer talked about how her insecurities with her hair started when she was a child,
"I don't think my mom did it intentionally, but I was given a chemical perm to straighten my curly hair at the age of five. That's when I thought maybe my hair wasn't okay," she said. "My mom had super-thick and beautiful hair, but it was hard for her to deal with on her own. Maybe she thought it was too much for me to manage, which is why she gave me a perm."
She also revealed that she's been straightening her hair less often, embracing textures, and learning her natural hair.
"I have fun with my natural hair," she told them. "I wake up and condition my hair, detangle, add oils for extra hydration, and let it do its own thing. I love taking my hair down and wearing my fro — it feels amazing. When you're in the mirror, take advantage of that quality time with your natural hair. Tell yourself you're beautiful. It should be a part of the experience."