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, ...
CR tested 10 of the most popular synthetic braiding hair products for heavy metals and VOCs. We found carcinogens and more in ...
For many Black women, braiding hair isn’t just a protective style—it’s a cultural tradition, a form of self-expression, and ...
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 ...
Thanks to an eye-opening consumer report, Black women everywhere are thinking twice about what they put on their head.
For as long as they have been around, braid extensions have been marketed as a “protective style”, allowing wearers an escape ...