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

Black women’s metaphorical pledge of allegiance to braids dates back thousands of years. In the 60s, advancements in polymer ...

A new study finds synthetic hair, commonly used for protective styles, is reportedly costing consumers their livelihood and ...

Protective braided hairstyles are a core part of the Black experience, especially for Black women. It also incorporates extra ...

A recent report about cancerous synthetic hair extensions has sparked a heated conversation around Black beauty and health.

Despite the reports of harmful synthetic braiding hair, Dosso Beauty is separating itself from the pack with proven clinical ...

For many, braids are more than just a hairstyle—they are a cultural statement and a convenient, low-maintenance beauty choice ...

New testing from Consumer Reports reveals that the synthetic braiding hair products they tested contained harmful chemicals ...

Have you ever experienced a rash or skin irritation after using synthetic hair for braids? Was your scalp itchy to the point ...

A new Consumer Reports investigation is raising concerns about synthetic braiding hair -- something used by countless people, especially Black people, including children.

For many Black women, braiding hair isn’t just a protective ... In some cases, the very products meant to protect our hair are doing more damage than good. But here’s the good news: safer ...