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

"The smell wouldn't go away even after washing my hair multiple times," she said. She removed the braids after just a week and a half - which is unusual, as Black women tend to wear styles for several ...

Braided hairstyles have always been a statement of beauty, culture, and personal expression among Black women. Across ...

A new study found that many popular synthetic hair brands have cancer-causing toxins in them. These products are marketing to ...

Spring is the perfect time to switch it up! With its blooming flowers and sunkissed selfies, you’re gonna need some ...

A recent investigation by Consumer Reports has raised concerns about the safety of synthetic braiding hair, a product widely ...

Additionally, rising prices impact accessibility to protective styles. Braids, traditionally a go-to option for low-maintenance hair care, are becoming less affordable, forcing many to either learn ...

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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 ...

Black hair comes in a diverse range of styles ... For Kevin, one of the only people who touches his braids is his hairdresser: “My hair is one of my safe spaces. I talk to the woman who re ...