Introduction

Scammers are targeting clients looking to get their hair braided by using real stylists’ work and creating fake social media pages.

Reports of Scams

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is receiving reports of scams targeting individuals wanting braids. Scammers take pictures from legitimate stylists and post them on fake social media pages.

Modus Operandi

Potential clients find the fake pages and book appointments, often making small deposits. Clients realize they have been scammed when they do not hear back from the supposed stylist on the appointment day.

Impact on Legitimate Businesses

Real stylists like Porsche Hensley, who has been braiding hair for over 10 years and owns Divine Innovation 615 in Nashville, are affected. Hensley reported instances where clients arrived for appointments, only to find out they were scammed.

Precautions to Avoid Scams

BBB advises not to pay for the service in full before the appointment. Visit the stylist’s location before booking. Verify the stylist’s work by searching for them online and including the word “scam” after their name. Ask for the stylist’s license number and verify it.

Continuing the Business

Despite the scams, stylists like Porsche Hensley remain undeterred and continue their work.

Conclusion

Scammers exploiting the popularity of hair braiding are causing issues for both clients and legitimate stylists. Clients are advised to take precautions to ensure they are booking authentic services.

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Tuesday, May 13, 2025

24KGOLDN CONQUERS THE #1 SPOT ON SPOTIFY’S GLOBAL TOP 50 CHART

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24KGOLDN CONQUERS THE #1 SPOT ON SPOTIFY’S GLOBAL TOP 50 CHART

Rapper/singer/songwriter and RECORDS/Columbia Records artist 24kGoldn has blasted his way to #1 on Spotify’s Global Top 50 chart with his massive hit, “Mood” ft. Iann Dior. Surpassing Megan Thee Stallion and Cardi B’s “WAP” and clocking nearly 6.4 million daily streams on the platform, the Gold-certified single has also rapidly ascended to #6 on the Billboard Hot 100. “Mood” has also achieved Top 5 status on Amazon and Apple Music charts.
 
The track has accumulated an incredible 250 million worldwide audio streams and over 30 million combined video views since release just eight weeks ago. The genre-busting song has claimed the #1 spot on Spotify’s Top 50 chart in a growing list of other countries as well, including Canada (certified Platinum), Ireland (certified Platinum), UK, Germany, Sweden, Norway, Austria, Switzerland, Portugal, & Benelux. “Mood” also currently occupies the #1 seat on the singles chart in seven countries and #2 in six countries, including the UK and Australia (certified Gold). “Mood” was also the #1 gainer at Pop radio last week, currently sitting in the Top 15 and rapidly rising.
 
These incredible successes are just the beginning for these two fresh-faced artists and their undeniable worldwide hit. Stay tuned for more from 24kGoldn, who is currently at work on his debut album.

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