When Rihanna became a mother, she knew right away that she wanted braid her kids’ hair. “This is a form of protection by our ancestors. … [It] makes us realize where we’ve come from ...

She addressed how her children could be shaped by different world views when they get older, as hairstyles like braids have been a part of Rihanna and her partner’s culture. “In fact ...

Announcing the launch on Instagram, Rihanna wrote ... I’ve had almost every texture, colour, length, from weaves to braids to natural – so I am launching a flexible line of products ...