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 ...

Braids have been an essential part of Black hair traditions across cultures for centuries. From ancient African civilizations ...

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

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Thanks to an eye-opening consumer report, Black women everywhere are thinking twice about what they put on their head.

Credit: Photo courtesy of The Right Hairstyles.com The braided hairstyles many Black women and children wear are popular for their beauty and ease of maintenance. But a consumer watchdog’s ...

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

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

Braiding is a staple hairstyle for Black women, but new studies show cancer-causing chemicals found in hair extensions. Here, we examine the issue.