For many Black women, braiding hair isn’t just a protective style—it’s a cultural tradition, a form of self-expression, and ...

Ten synthetic braiding hair products were found to contain dangerous chemicals in them in an investigation. Here's what to do when considering braids.

With every part, twist, braid and loc, hairstylists in Southeast Texas are preserving culture and self expression.

Lordina Nancy, a little girl from Ghana, has caused a stir on the internet with her impeccable plaiting skills. She said they ...

Although significant progress has been made, the Black experience in America has always been limited - and the options for ...

According to Consumer Reports, synthetic hair products widely used especially among women of African descent, are linked to ...

Tested synthetic braiding hair brands such as Sensationnel, Sassy Collection and Magic Fingers all contained multiple ...

Ingredients that can cause cancer were found in 10 synthetic hair products marketed to Black women, according to Consumer Reports. Nine of the products also contained lead.

Explore the cultural significance of braids for Black women and the rising costs of this protective hairstyle, which has become a luxury item.

Some popular synthetic hair products used for braids, twists and extensions may contain cancer-causing chemicals and high ...

Health is wealth' says the owner of Plumbhunneez, a beauty salon specializing in natural hair services open for over 20 years ...

This void in the market is unacceptable, especially with Black consumers representing 70 percent of the hair extension industry, according to market data. We use braids as forms of self-expression ...