Mane event

MANILA, Philippines - Tonight at 9 in Q-11’s DoQmentaries, Pia Arcangel discovers the significance of hair for a woman’s health, age, style, social persona, culture, sexuality and psychology.

She meets various women whose distinct hair styles have become outward expressions of their personalities. They share their own stories behind the strands on their heads.

Hair can be a reflection of women’s spiritual beliefs. Devout Rizalistas keep their locks long and straight — just like the way Rizal’s heroine Maria Clara wore her hair. Why, despite modern times, do they adhere to these practices? What does the next generation of Rizalistas think about this tradition?

Hair can be life-changing. Women undergoing chemotherapy go through huge emotional upheavals because of the effect of the treatment on their hair. Be part of Pia’s big surprise for these women.