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

Braids have been an iconic hairstyle for Black women for centuries. Over time, braiding has evolved into countless styles, ...

Celebrity stylist Kim Kimble previously told Bazaar that, ultimately, the best braiding hair to use is one that seamlessly ...

CR tested 10 of the most popular synthetic braiding hair products for heavy metals and VOCs. We found carcinogens and more in ...

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 ...

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

For as long as they have been around, braid extensions have been marketed as a “protective style”, allowing wearers an escape ...

Because protective styles like braids and locs are often worn for weeks at a time ... This new report adds to growing ...