Braids have always been more than just a hairstyle for Black women and girls. They’re a significant component to one’s ...

Braided hairstyles have always been a statement of beauty, culture, and personal expression among Black women. Across generations, these styles have evolved, offering a blend of tradition, creativity, ...

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

Dosso Beauty CEO, Kadija Dosso, shares that the brand's braiding hair is toxin free following a Consumer Reports study.

There are no existing federal limits on lead in synthetic braiding hair. Magic Fingers told Consumer Reports that customers ...

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

Hair braiding is a beauty rite of passage for many people of color, including me. I’ve been wearing braids in my 4A hair since before I can remember, as well as adding extensions to them since ...

A new Consumer Reports study found carcinogens in 10 of the most popular synthetic hair product brands that are used commonly ...

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 ...

Some of the most popular synthetic braiding products — marketed to Black women — may be putting Black communities at risk, ...

Braided hairstyles offer convenience for mostly African American girls and women who add human hair or synthetic fiber ...